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Sign In — Free (10 views/day)The Oceanography Society, founded in 1988, is a small nonprofit that reported $583K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue fell 30% from the prior year — a significant decline worth monitoring. Expenses of $553K left a modest 5% surplus.
The Oceanography Societys mission is to build the capacity of its diverse global membership; catalyze interdisciplinary ocean research, technology, policy, and education; and promote equitable access to opportunities for all.
Publication of Oceanography magazine which contains peer-reviewed articles that chronicle all aspects of ocean science and its applications. It is published in March, June, September, and December in...
Publication of Oceanography magazine which contains peer-reviewed articles that chronicle all aspects of ocean science and its applications. It is published in March, June, September, and December in online and paper format. Additionally, extra copies of any article will be produced upon request. Membership fees entitle members to the quarterly publications as well as certain other benefits.
TOS sponsors meetings and conferences to disseminate knowledge and promote communication among oceanographers.
TOS manages seven award programs. The Jerlov Award is given in recognition of contributions made to the advancement of our knowledge of the nature and consequences of light in the ocean. The Walter...
TOS manages seven award programs. The Jerlov Award is given in recognition of contributions made to the advancement of our knowledge of the nature and consequences of light in the ocean. The Walter Munk Medal is awarded biennially by The Oceanography Society to an individual ocean scientist for extraordinary accomplishments and novel insights in the area of physical oceanography, ocean acoustics, or marine geophysics. The Fellows program recognizes individuals who have attained eminence in oceanography through their outstanding contributions to the field of oceanography or its application during a substantial period of years. The Broecker Medal is given for sustained innovative, and impactful contributions to original research in the areas of marine geoscience, chemical oceanography, or paleoceanography, along with outstanding contributions to education and mentorship in the field. The Early Career Award is presented biennially to up to three TOS members for having demonstrated extraordinary scientific excellent and potential to shape the future of oceanography. The Mentoring Award is given biennially to an individual ocean scientist for excellence and/or innovation in mentoring the next generation of ocean scientists. The Mary Sears Medal is given biennially to an individual ocean scientist who has made sustained, innovative, and impactful contributions to original research in the areas in the areas of biological oceanography, marine biology, or marine ecology, along with outstanding contributions to education and mentorship in the field.
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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)
Sign In — Free (10 views/day)| 2024 | 2023 | Change | |
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| Revenue | $582,517 | $830,295 | -0.3% |
| Expenses | $552,757 | $903,433 | -0.4% |
| Net Income | $29,760 | $-73,138 | -1.4% |
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Sign In| Name | Title | Hours/Week | Role | Reportable Comp | Other Comp | Total |
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| Jennifer Ramarui | Executive Director | 35.00 |
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$143,824 | $0 | $143,824 |
| Paula Bontempi | President | 2.00 |
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$0 | $0 | $0 |
| Heidi Dierssen | President-Elect | 2.00 |
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| Deborah Bronk | Past President | 2.00 |
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| Leilani Arthurs | Council | 2.00 |
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| Mona Behl | Council | 2.00 |
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| Laura Guertin | Council | 2.00 |
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| Andone Lavery | Council | 2.00 |
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| Moronke Harris | Council | 2.00 |
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| Emily Lemagie | Council | 2.00 |
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| Jon Lewis | Council | 2.00 |
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| Josette McLean | Council | 2.00 |
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| Anna Michel | Council | 2.00 |
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| Jun Nishioka | Council | 2.00 |
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| Leonard Pace | Council | 2.00 |
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| Hilary Palevsky | Council | 2.00 |
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| Grace Saba | Council | 2.00 |
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| Eric Wade | Council | 2.00 |
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| Jeremy Werdell | Council | 2.00 |
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| Sheri White | Council | 2.00 |
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| Susan Banahan | Treasurer | 2.00 |
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| Allison Miller | Secretary | 2.00 |
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| Ellen Kappel | Director of Publications | 2.00 |
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| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Net Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $582,517 | $552,757 | $468,184 | $29,760 |
| 2024 | $830,295 | $903,433 | $681,309 | $-73,138 |
| 2023 | $339,662 | $605,275 | $528,712 | $-265,613 |
| 2022 | $937,961 | $590,674 | $792,831 | $347,287 |
| 2021 | $389,175 | $520,289 | $447,209 | $-131,114 |
| 2020 | $596,473 | $601,599 | $557,220 | $-5,126 |
| 2019 | $671,348 | $784,388 | $591,135 | $-113,040 |
| 2018 | $714,419 | $543,077 | $849,016 | $171,342 |
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