Claire Spillman (Bureau of Meteorology, Australia): Principal researcher at the Bureau of Meteorology in Australia, where she leads the Seasonal and Marine Applications team. Her current research focuses on seasonal forecasting for marine applications, including marine heatwave prediction and management of coral reefs, aquaculture, and fisheries. With over 20 years of experience in ocean and climate modeling, Claire Spillman is recognized for her innovative work on marine heatwave forecasting products, used by marine industries for operational decision-making.