WEBINAR: Leaders in Disaster Recovery | A Virtual Panel Discussion
In celebration of Women’s History Month, IEM is pleased to convene leaders for a panel discussion on disaster recovery. Leaders – both public sector at all levels and the private sector – play critical roles in helping communities achieve an equitable and lasting recovery following a disaster or other crisis, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. How do we make communities stronger, healthier, and more prosperous following acute and chronic stressors? This panel will feature leaders helping promote and advance long-term recovery in the United States.
Featured Participants
Pam Patenaude, Moderator
IEM Senior Executive Advisor, Former HUD Deputy Secretary

Vanessa de Mari, Panelist
Chairwoman, Puerto Rico’s Builders Association

Sandra Gunner, Panelist
Special Projects Manager for Disaster Recovery and Resilience, Louisiana Office of Community Development

Elizabeth Mackay, Panelist
Chief Officer, Legal Affairs for the Division of Disaster Recovery and Mitigation at the New Jersey Department of Community Affair