I am an estuarine system scientist at the NOAA National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) and adjunct associate professor at Old Dominion University. I have been working on a variety of topics within the intersection of coastal and estuarine hydrodynamics to address issues related to compound flooding and non-stationarity. My primary focus revolves around the science and application of coastal resilience. As a leading researcher, I strive to create practical solutions that can effectively address the challenges faced by coastal communities. My interdisciplinary research focuses on nature-based solutions that prioritize the recruitment of wetlands and restoration of crucial habitats, which play a vital role in enhancing coastal resilience. In my work, I investigate a comprehensive range of practices to address coastal hazards, flooding, and erosion. This includes exploring the utilization of offshore engineered structures as well as implementing onshore living shorelines to ensure the long-term resilience of coastal areas. Additionally, I develop high-precision, physics-based coastal models to investigate the impact of global sea-level rise and anthropogenic changes on inland and coastal water.