State leaders will discuss experiences from disaster response and recovery, highlighting both successes and ongoing challenges. The session will examine state-level policies, standards, and resilience planning innovations, as well as […]

Join us for a hosted lunch and informal networking.

Executives from the building, water & wastewater, energy, transportation, and telecommunications sectors will present real-world business cases, exploring successes, persistent challenges (siloed planning, cultural/organizational barriers, data-sharing gaps), and emerging tools and frameworks for coordinated planning, faster recovery, and long-term reliability.

Recap of highlights, reflections, and a preview of what’s next.

Enjoy bites and beverages while connecting with peers, speakers, and partners.

Start your experience by checking in at the registration desk. Pick up your badge, event materials, and get assistance with any questions.

Light breakfast and connection time with fellow attendees.

Cross-sector dialogue capturing practitioner, policymaker, operator, and researcher perspectives in an interactive format.

Visit the exhibit area to connect with partners and sponsors.

Lifeline infrastructure—power, water, transportation, communications, and buildings—underpins community resilience, but operators face aging assets, rising hazards, regulatory pressure, and tight budgets. This session examines the evolving business case for prioritizing resilience and how service requirements, risk mitigation, and interdependencies shape investment decisions. Experts share examples, policy frameworks, and performance metrics that translate resilience into tangible value for regulators, stakeholders, and the public.