Org. Health Network

In an effort to sustain and improve the organizational health across our agency, the above charter establishes a network of champions to support agency-wide efforts, from the grassroots to the top levels of leadership that align with the Blueprint. This network will work together to promote and support initiatives that improve the employee experience and ensure we remain aligned around our vision of a Weather Ready Nation.  

Org. Health & Culture Lead 

Team Lead for Org. Health Network

HQ Culture Lead Rep.

Lara Pagano

Alaska Region Culture Lead

Nicole Kinsman

Central Region Culture Lead

Scott Tessmer

Eastern Region Culture Lead

Jamie Bielinski

Pacific Region Culture Lead

Ian Morrison

Southern Region Culture Lead

Todd Lericos

Western Region Culture Lead

Leslie Waite

National Center Culture Lead

Jennifer Stroozas

Alaska Region Culture Lead Asst.

Mike Ottenweller

Central Region Culture Lead Asst.

Dan Hawblitzel (MIC)

Eastern Region Culture Lead Asst.

Ryan Ellis (SOO)

Southern Region Culture Lead Asst.

Mike Cantin (MIC)


Western Region Culture Lead Asst.

Marc Austin (MIC)

Affiliated Teams

The Tiger Team Task Force and the Diversity Management Council help drive action associated with Organizational Health across the agency.

The Tiger Team Task Force is charged with implementing the remaining Tiger Team recommendations.  

POC: Lisa Schmit

A council that will support NWS Leadership in creating an environment for employees that is safe, inclusive, and conducive to the recognition, development, promotion, and utilization of all abilities, skills and knowledge.  

POC: Pat Brown