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Florida is strengthening emergency preparedness, disaster response, data security, and infrastructure protection. The Building a Resilient Florida Summit addresses how the state is improving early warnings, evacuation planning, and public awareness for natural disasters, while securing critical systems like power, water, transportation, and communications. Working with federal, local, and private partners, these efforts aim to build a more resilient and secure state.

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Location: The Celeste Hotel Orlando

4105 N. Alafaya Trail

Orlando, FL 32826

Location: The Celeste Hotel Orlando

4105 N. Alafaya Trail

Orlando, FL 32826

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026

Time: 8:30AM - 12:00PM

Time: 8:30AM - 12:00PM

For sponsorships or ticket information please contact aphillips@govexec.com.

 

For sponsorships or ticket information please contact aphillips@govexec.com.

 

The Celeste Hotel Orlando

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Agenda

Times are subject to change.

8:30 AM EDT Thursday, September 17

9:30 AM EDT Thursday, September 17

9:35 AM EDT Thursday, September 17

Eddy Bouza
Eddy Bouza
Chief Resilience Officer
State of Florida
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10 AM EDT Thursday, September 17

Florida’s priorities include coastal resilience, disaster preparedness, water management, and environmental conservation. Discussions focus on how Florida is strengthening infrastructure against extreme weather, drawing lessons from Hurricane Ian. Speakers will explore flood control systems, storm-resistant construction, and the role of natural barriers such as the Everglades. The conversation also touches on protecting ecosystems while adapting to climate pressures.

Florida’s priorities include coastal resilience, disaster preparedness, water management, and environmental conservation. Discussions focus on how Florida is strengthening infrastructure against extreme weather, drawing lessons from Hurricane Ian. Speakers will explore flood control systems, storm-resistant construction, and the role of natural barriers such as the Everglades. The conversation also touches on protecting ecosystems while adapting to climate pressures.

Jessica Beach
Jessica Beach
Chief Resilience Officer, Deputy Director, Utilities & Public Works
City of St. Augustine
Carley Fitzgerald
Carley Fitzgerald
GIS Manager
Highlands County Board of County Commissioners
Cara Woods Serra
Cara Woods Serra
Planning Director/Deputy Executive Director
Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council
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11 AM EDT Thursday, September 17

Panelists will explore strategies to align land use with transportation, reduce congestion, and invest in resilient infrastructure that can withstand environmental challenges. The conversation will highlight policy priorities, funding approaches, and collaborative efforts shaping Florida’s development, with an emphasis on transportation systems, smart city technology, and building modernization. The session also addresses funding strategies, policy decisions, and public-private partnerships that enable large-scale projects.

Panelists will explore strategies to align land use with transportation, reduce congestion, and invest in resilient infrastructure that can withstand environmental challenges. The conversation will highlight policy priorities, funding approaches, and collaborative efforts shaping Florida’s development, with an emphasis on transportation systems, smart city technology, and building modernization. The session also addresses funding strategies, policy decisions, and public-private partnerships that enable large-scale projects.

Corey F. Knight
Corey F. Knight
Director of Public Works
City of Orlando
Bach McClure
Bach McClure
Stormwater Program Administrator
Brevard County Natural Resources Management Department
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12 PM EDT Thursday, September 17