In this episode of Her Way Climate, we speak with Allison Wolff, the co-founder of Vibrant Planet, a tech platform specializing in advanced analytics for climate hazards including wildfires, floods, and droughts. Allison discusses how Vibrant Planet uses sophisticated machine learning models to provide real-time data for improving ecosystem health and community risk management. She shares her journey from Silicon Valley tech roles at eBay, Google, and Meta to founding Vibrant Planet, driven by a passion to modernize risk mitigation and planning. Allison details how her platform facilitates collaboration across diverse stakeholders and explains the impact of recent policy changes on wildfire resilience efforts. She emphasizes the importance of sustainable forest management and the potential benefits of recent executive orders. Lastly, Allison offers advice to aspiring young women, encouraging them to trust their instincts and stand firm in their convictions.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:12 Founding Vibrant Planet: Mission and Technology
04:40 Transition from Corporate to Conservation
06:38 Leadership and Collaboration Strategies
09:34 Impact of Political Landscape on Wildfire Management
17:08 Future Goals and Policy Changes
23:04 Advice for Young Women