13 - Coast Week in D.C. with Nicole Elko & Emily Patrolia

In this episode of Going Coastal, co-hosts Jon Miller and Deb Fernandes are joined by Dr. Nicole Elko, Executive Director of ASBPA and Co-Executive Director of the U.S. Coastal Research Program, and Emily Patrolia, founder of ESP Advisors. Together, they unpack what really happens during Coast Week in Washington, D.C.!

We talk about:

- How coastlines are showing up on Capitol Hill- Practical tips for introverts navigating policy events- Why your voice matters — even as a student or early-career professional

If you’ve ever wondered how science meets policy, or how YOU can get involved in shaping the future of our coasts, this one’s for you.

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