A photo mosaic comprising a large NOAA logo with ocean and mountains near Port Orford, Oregon, in the distance.(Image credit:Susan Ruffo, a demonstrated leader on ocean and climate issues internationally, has been appointed as NOAA’s deputy assistant secretary for International Affairs.
“Susan’s extensive conservation leadership makes her an invaluable addition to NOAA at this critical time when ocean and climate issues are at the forefront of national and international conversations,” said NOAA Administrator Rick Spinrad, Ph.D. “I look forward to working with her to strengthen and advance NOAA’s activities and partnerships globally.”