From Flames to Futures: Navigating Wildfire Leadership with Hope and Resilience
After the Fire USA's 2024 Wildfire Leadership Summit took place September 10-12 at the Hanna Center in Sonoma, CA. This exclusive three-day event brought together 175 leaders to address the complex issues of preventing, responding to, and recovering from Megafires. Attendees experienced a comprehensive 360-degree view of wildfire networking, best practices, and capacity building with community leaders, cross-sector partners, and funders.
Relive the powerful discussions and inspiring keynotes shared by wildfire leaders. Whether you missed it or want to dive back in, you can watch all the sessions below and on our YouTube channel. For on-the-go listening, check out the podcast format on the How to Disaster podcast!
Day 1 Welcome: Jennifer Gray Thompson, CEO, After the Fire USA
KEYNOTE: Opening Remarks with Richard Bissen, Mayor of Maui
The Sail Plan: A Vision for Reimagining Lahaina For All with Archie Kalepa
TALK STORY: The Maui Fires and Leadership with ʻĀina at the Center
KEYNOTE: Disrupting FEMA - Innovating Service Delivery in the Era of Climate Disasters with Brock Long
KEYNOTE: The Power of Recovery Knowledge for Fire Impacted Communities with Jolie Wills
PANEL: Enduring the Crisis - Ensuring Personal Sustainability for Leaders in Disaster Management
TALK STORY with The Little Dozer with Ken Donnell and Nance Presser
KEYNOTE: Enhancing Survivor Assistance - Adapting to Unprecedented Climate Disasters with Chris Smith
TALK STORY: From Crisis to Community - Service and Integration Post-Maui Fires
KEYNOTE: Embracing Personal Responsibility and Future Thinking with Watch Duty
Day 2 Welcome: Jennifer Gray Thompson, CEO, After the Fire USA
KEYNOTE: Embracing Relentless Imperfect Progress in Disaster Recovery with Supervisor James Gore
TALK STORY: Rebuilding Stronger - Climate Resilience with Equity and Community at the Center
Keynote: Innovative Living - ICON’s Vision for 3D Printed Homes and AI-Driven Architecture
TALK STORY: From Ashes to Allies - Local Government Leaders Discuss Mutual Aid Best Practices Post-Megafires
TALK STORY: Revolutionizing Wildland Management - Integrating Technology and Wisdom for Better Mitigation
TALK STORY: From Past Lessons to Future Innovations - Climate Resilience and Land Management in the Age of Megafires
KEYNOTE: Future-Proofing Our World: Nanotech's Innovations in Climate Resilience
TALK STORY: Caring for Kids - Effective Strategies for Supporting Children After Megafires
PANEL: Business Recovery Post-Megafire - The Crucial Role of Private Sector Support
PANEL: Leading from the Frontlines - Supporting the Most Vulnerable Through Grassroots Leadership After Megafires
KEYNOTE: Ohana Means More Than Family - Maui's Response Through the Lens of Cultural Values
Day 3 Welcome and Gift Presentation from the County of Maui
WORKSHOP: Paying It Forward - Creating a Community of Practice for Long-Term Fire Recovery
TALK STORY: State-Level Perspectives - Future-Proofing Recovery
PANEL: Federal Advocacy - Championing Megafire Communities and Raising Awareness in DC
KEYNOTE: Empowering Heirs - Fannie Mae's Program for Retaining Ownership and Returning Home After Disaster
KEYNOTE: Funding Disaster Recovery Through a CDFI with Emily Nilsen
TALK STORY: IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home Program - The Road to Implementation
KEYNOTE: Aloha, Hello and Goodbye with Kuʻuleinani Maunupau
Closing Remarks with Jennifer Gray Thompson
