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2025 Annual Meeting

From Buoys to Breakthroughs!

We look forward to sharing the latest in Great Lakes observations, information, and community engagement during the meeting, as we kick off recognition of GLOS’ 20 Years. This gathering will start the next year of reflecting on GLOS’ impact and sharing our vision for the next 20 years!

This year’s Great Lakes Observing System Annual Meeting will be held in Ann Arbor, MI, on Wednesday July 9th

Annual Meeting Details:

We invite you to join us for an evening reception, following the Annual Meeting program!

Reception Details:

Event Sponsors:

The GLOS Annual Meeting is generously supported by:

Great Lakes Sponsors

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Puddle Sponsors

Annual Meeting Agenda

Meeting from 8:30am – 5:00pm (Eastern Standard Time)

8:30 – Registration, Check in, and Breakfast

9:30 – Welcome

  • Jennifer Boehme, CEO – GLOS
  • Tom Rayburn, Board Chair – GLOS

9:40 – U.S. IOOS Program Office Update

  • Krisa Arzayus, Deputy Director – U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System

10:00 – IOOS Association Updates

  • Kristen Yarincik, Executive Director – IOOS Association

10:15 – GLOS: 2025-2045 Overview

  • Jennifer Boehme, CEO – GLOS

10:30 – Session 1: Community Engagement

11:30 – Lunch Break 

12:45 – Session 2: Observations & Technology

2:15 – Break

2:45 – Session 3: Data & Information

4:25 – GLOS 2026-2031: Partner Discussion 

  • Jennifer Boehme, CEO – GLOS

5:00 – Formal Program Ends

Session Breakdown

Meeting Speakers and Moderators

We are excited to see you there!

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