CV/BiographyWeatherwhiz was set up by Libby Greenhalgh at the beginning of 2011 after over 8 years in the weather industry, including working for the Met Office and assisting sailing at the Beijing Olympic Games in 2008 to becoming the most successful Olympic Sport. Name:Libby GreenhalghLives:Hamble, HampshireHobbies:Sailing, windsurfing, wakeboarding, hockey, tennis, the odd offroad triathlon.Qualifications:
Experience:2007 to date:Skandia Team GBR British Sailing Team Meteorologist- including Beijing Olympics 2008, check out the team here2010:Virgin Active Kite surf across the channel. Read more about it here2010:Tour Voile for Sail Oman2010:JP Morgan Asset Managemnet Round the Island Race - weather briefing brought to you with Raymarine. Check out the videos here2009:BeNumber1 Land End to John O’Groats - charity ride supporting professional atheltes of different sports2007:Nurberging 24 hour race2007-2010:Commodore’s Cup, Fastnet, RORC offshore racing series, Cowes week2004-2007:Met Office Weather forecaster
Sporting Background:Libby has sailed since the age of 4 and progressed through the RYA Junior and Youth scheme representing the UK in Numerous European and World Championships across a variety of classes For 5 year on and off Libby campaigned a 470 aiming for the Olympic Games but with a change of crew and the desire to work in the weather she joined the Met Office. Through this experience she has a great understanding of the dedication needed to compete at the top of the sport. Since then Libby has sailed on a variety of boats from cruising on Beneteau to racing a many different J-Boats, including successfully winning Black Group at Cowes Week. This has helped her identify the enjoyment and success that can be gained from having better understanding of the weather and not getting caught out whether you are competing training or just enjoying you sport. |
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