NEW ORLEANS – Today, the City of New Orleans will continue to host a series of panel discussions at the Katrina 10 Media Center in the Sheraton Hotel, 500 Canal St., highlighting the stories of resiliency and rebuilding from individuals, community leaders and government officials who experienced Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath.
These panel discussions are open to the general public and the media.
Please note that the New Orleans City Council event set for 10:00 a.m. has been canceled and that the Racial Reconciliation: The Welcome Table New Orleans session has been moved from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
All events are free to attend and open to the public and the media.
For general registration information click here. For media registration click here.
A listing of today's panels are listed below and a full list of events can be found here.
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Kids & Young Professionals Post-Katrina: Rebuilding for the Next Generation
Young people – from elementary and high school students to college volunteers to a burgeoning young professionals class – have played important roles in the rebirth and revitalization of New Orleans. Hear first-person perspectives from professional organization leaders about the role that youth has had in shaping the city today and their vision for the future of New Orleans.
8:00 a.m. – 8:50 a.m.
Rhythms I
Moderated by: Curry Smith, Executive Director, Young Leadership Council
Panelists include: Ricardo Thomas: President, Urban League of Greater New Orleans Youth | Jessica Shahien: Executive Director, 504ward | LaVonzell Nicholson: Co-Founder and Director of Operations, PLALYNOLA Sports | Karen Marshall: Executive Director, Kids Rethink New Orleans Schools
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100 Resilient Cities: Adapting to Shocks and Stresses around the Globe
100 Resilient Cities (100RC) pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation, helps cities around the world become more resilient to the physical, social, and economic challenges that are a growing part of the 21st century. To achieve this mission 100RC creates the role of Chief Resilience Officer (CRO) in each of their cities. A CRO is a top-level advisor that reports directly to the city mayor. They establish a compelling resilience vision for his or her city, working across departments and with the local community to maximize innovation and minimize the impact of unforeseen events. Hear from CROs from around the globe as they discuss the shocks and stresses their cities face and what they're doing to address them.
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Moderated by: Bryna Lipper: Vice President for Relations, 100 Resilient Cities
Panelists include: Christine Morris: Chief Resilient Officer, City of Norfolk | Arnoldo Matus Kramer: Chief Resilient Officer, Mexico City | Toby Kent: Chief Resilient Officer, Melbourne | Jeff Hebert: Chief Resilient Officer, City of New Orleans/100 Resilient Cities
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In the Classroom: Philanthropy & Charter Management Organizations
In 2003, the state created the Louisiana Recovery School District (RSD) to take over the operations of chronically failing schools and give oversight to the state Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE). After Hurricane Katrina, the legislature moved to give the RSD control of more than 100 public schools. The tragic events of Hurricane Katrina offered the City a unique opportunity to transform its approach to education. These Panelists include will address the role of philanthropy and public charter schools in that transformation.
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.
Rhythms II
Moderated by: Kira Orange-Jones: Executive Director, Louisiana Board of Elementary & Secondary Education
Panelists include: Sarah Usdin: Member of District 3 Orleans Parish School Board | Jamar McKneely: Co-Founder & CEO, Inspire NOLA | Benjamin Marcovitz: CEO, Collegiate Academies
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Housing Affordability & Quality: Making New Orleans Affordable for All
Today, the housing market in New Orleans is strong. Both housing prices and sales are up, the U.S. Census recently noted that New Orleans has been one of America’s fastest growing cities, and for the first time since Katrina, the city of New Orleans is among the nation’s 50 most populous cities. But those rising housing costs create pressures of their own. Quality affordable housing remains a challenge, with an estimated 63% of renters paying over 30% of their incomes on rent, leaving little money to meet their other needs. Panelists include will explore what is being done to improve the quality and affordability of housing in New Orleans today.
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.
Rhythms III
Moderated by: Robert McClendon: Staff Reporter, Nola.com | Times-Picayune
Panelists include: Ellen Lee: Director, Housing Policy & Community Development | Cashuana Hill: Executive Director, Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Action | Nicole Heyman: Vice President & Director, Center for Community Progress | Gregg Fortner: Executive Director, Housing Authority of New Orleans | Flozell Daniels, Jr.: President & CEO, Foundation for Louisiana
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Racial Reconciliation: The Welcome Table New Orleans
Since May 2014, citizens from across the city have been participating in The Welcome Table New Orleans, a citywide initiative that focuses on race, reconciliation and community building. Funded generously by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Welcome Table New Orleans brings together people of different ethnicities and backgrounds to work collectively on projects that will make New Orleans better and stronger. Hear from those who have been an integral part of moving this initiative forward.
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Moderated by: Judy Reese-Morse: Deputy Mayor for Citywide Initiatives, City of New Orleans
Panelists include: Susan Glisson: Executive Director, Winter Institute | Carolyn Carter: Founder, The Metamorphosis Project & The Human Element
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Idea Village Press Conference: The NOLA100 Revealed: Meet One of New Orleans' Fastest Growing Companies Dedicated to the Future of the City
Just 10 years after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans is emerging as the hub of entrepreneurship in the South. Entrepreneurial activity in the Crescent City is currently 64 percent above the national average (The Data Center). We've been called America's No. 1 Biggest Brain Magnet (Forbes), the No. 2 Best City for Women in Technology (SmartAsset.com), one of the 20 Hottest Startup Hubs in America (The Kauffman Foundation), No. 7 on the Most Inspiring City in the World list (GOOD Magazine) and the "Coolest Startup City in America" (Inc.com). During this press conference leading local entrepreneur Matt Wisdom, along with organizations driving New Orleans’ entrepreneurial ecosystem, will unveil the inaugural members of the NOLA100, a group of startups that have gained significant traction, all having surpassed $1 million in sales, and have made a lasting impact on the local entrepreneurship movement, as a few of them share their stories and their visions for the future of New Orleans.
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Rhythms 1
Participants include: Matt Wisdom: Founder, TurboSquid | Jen Medbery: Founder & CEO, Kickboard | Sarah Mack: President & CEO, Tierra Resources | Kirk Coco: Founder, NOLA Brewery | Tim Williamson: Co-founder & CEO, The Idea Village | Patrick Comer: Founder, Federated Sample | Stirling Barrett: Founder, KREWE du optic | Brian Bordainick: CEO, Dinner Lab
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Mardi Gras: From Parading in 2006 to the Massive Growth of the Last Decade
In the aftermath of Katrina, there was a large debate about whether Mardi Gras should be staged in the spring of 2006. In the years since, the city's most recognizable celebration has grown not only in terms of visitors and economic impact but also in the number of new parading krewes. Representatives from some of the most well-known krewes will talk about the massive growth of Mardi Gras over the last decade.
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Rhythms II
Moderated by: Arthur Hardy: Owner, Arthur Hardy Publishing
Panelists include: Virginia Saussy: Consultant, Virginia Saussy Consulting | Andrew "Pete" Sanchez, Jr.: Reigning King, Zulu | Sonny Borey: Special Projects/Protocol, Mayor's Office City of New Orleans
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Fresh Food Retailers Initiative: A Catalyst for Neighborhood Revitalization
The City of New Orleans’ $14 million Fresh Food Retailers Initiative (FFRI) program increases access to fresh foods in traditionally underserved neighborhoods in addition to providing quality employment opportunities and serving as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization. The program provides direct financial assistance to retail businesses by awarding forgivable and/or low-interest loans to supermarkets, grocery stores, and other fresh food retailers. Learn from those who have been an integral part in the success and growth of the program.
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
Rhythms III
Moderated by: Aimee Quirk: Former Senior Advisor, Economic Development Chief, City of New Orleans
Panelists include: Jeffery Schwartz: Executive Director, Board of Community Connections | William Bynum: CEO, HOPE (Hope Enterprise Corporation/Hope Credit Union), | Brooke Boudreaux: Director of Marketing and Business Development, Circle Foods Store
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Urban Revolutionaries: The Rockefeller Foundation CUREx Fellows and the Revitalization of New Orleans
In 2007, The Rockefeller Foundation funded the Center for Urban Redevelopment Excellence at University of Pennsylvania's School of Design to create fellowships to serve in New Orleans-based organizations and advance the redevelopment post-Katrina. The mid-career development professionals from around the country were placed as project managers in New Orleans-based organizations. The CUREx Rockefeller Fellows and Scholars, as they became known, collectively have been a part of some of the most impactful revitalization projects in the city, including low-income and middle class housing development, economic development, public education, and the technology sector. Hear from fellows who are still working on the ground today.
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Moderated by: Judith Rodin: President, The Rockefeller Foundation
Panelists include: Rosalind Ross: Sr. Project Manager, Providence Community Housing | Jonathan Leit: Director, Alembic Community Development, New Orleans Office | Melissa Ehlinger: Senior Vice President for Strategy & Business Development, New Orleans Business Alliance (NOLABA) | Annie Clark Cambria: Director of Strategic Finance, Recovery School District (RSD) | Damon Burns: Founder & CEO, Munivestor
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Inclusive Entrepreneurship Ecosystem: An Agent of Change and Innovation
New Orleans has a thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem, with entrepreneurship activity equating 56 percent above the national average. Fueled by an engaged community, strong financial incentives, and an unmatched culture, New Orleans has become one of the fastest growing startup hubs in the nation, with startups spanning across a variety of industries. Learn from leaders who are propelling economic development and entrepreneurship in New Orleans.
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.
Rhythms I
Moderated by: Jaquetta White: Reporter, The Advocate
Panelists include: Tim Williamson: Co-Founder & CEO, The Idea Village | Earl Robinson: President, PowerMoves NOLA | Andrea Chen: Co-Founder, Executive Director, Propeller | Phyllis Cassidy: Executive Director & Founder, Good Work Network
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Community of Faith: The Faith-Based Community's Role in the Aftermath of Disaster
New Orleans is a melting pot of diverse faiths. In the immediate aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, it was clear that faith-based organizations, which were operating emergency shelters, food distribution centers, medical facilities and more could be places of refuge for many people who were seeking hope and guidance. Hear from faith leaders who have served on the front line over the past 10 years.
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.
Rhythms II
Moderated by: Vincent Sylvain: Publisher, The New Orleans Agenda
Panelists include: Ravi Tripptrapp: Executive Director, Malteser International Americas | Tronn Moller: Faith Based Coordinator & Liaison, City of New Orleans. | Alfred Hughes: Archbishop-Emeritus, New Orleans | Charles Heim: Executive Director, The Catholic Foundation, Archdiocese of New Orleans
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Government's Role in Preparedness: Horizontal & Vertical Coordination
Are we better prepared that we were before Katrina and how do we respond? Because of lessons learned from Katrina, new legislation has enhanced FEMA’s preparedness, response and recovery capabilities, in addition to major initiatives at the state and local level that create stronger, better prepared and more resilient communities overall. During this panel, you will learn from federal, state and local leaders about the government's role in preparedness and how they are managing coordination across complex constituencies.
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.
Rhythms III
Moderated by: Paul Verkuil: Chairman, Administrative Conference of the United States (ACUS)
Panelists include: Mike Womack: Director, FEMA – Louisiana Recovery Office | Andy Kopplin: First Deputy Mayor/Chief Administrative Officer, City of New Orleans | Cedric Grant: Executive Director, Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans | Kevin Davis: Director, Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
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The Future of Public Education in New Orleans
With major improvements in student achievement, graduation rates and in the physical infrastructure, the future for the youth of New Orleans looks brighter. Yet many challenges still remain. The superintendents of the Recovery School District and Orleans Parish School Board will explore the direction of public education in New Orleans.
12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Panelists include: Henderson Lewis, Jr.: Superintendent, Orleans Parish School Board | Patrick Dobard: Superintendent, Recovery School District
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Expanding Fun & Healthy Spaces for Recreation
The future of New Orleans will be decided in schools and in playgrounds across the city. That is why the City has prioritized creating safe places for kids to exercise and take part in health safe activity. Part of this effort includes expanding public-private partnerships to increase high quality play space and programming. These Panelists include will explore the success of public-private partnerships in creating fun spaces for recreation.
12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m.
Rhythms I
Moderated by: Annie LaRock: Executive Director, New Orleans Recreation Development Foundation
Panelists include: Victor Richard: CEO, NORDC | Lavonzell Nicholson: Co-Founder and Director of Operations, PLAYNOLA Sports | Leah Brown: Chevron Gulf of Mexico | Darell Hammond: Founder & CEO, KaBoom!
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The New Orleans Index at Ten: Latinos in Metro New Orleans: Progress, Problems, and Potential
Hurricane Katrina and the flooding caused by the levee failure on August 29, 2005 precipitated the arrival of new Latino immigrants in New Orleans. These immigrants sought opportunities in New Orleans and provided labor needed to clean and rebuild the damaged city. Panelists include will discuss the progress, problems and potential associated with the influx of Latinos in Metro New Orleans.
12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m.
Rhythms II
Moderated by: Allison Plyer: Executive Director and Chief Demographer, The Data Center
Panelists include: Elizabeth Fussell: Associate Professor of Population Studies (Research), Brown University | Lucas Diaz: Doctoral Fellow, Tulane University-CCC Program
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Changing Course: Restoring America's Wetlands
The Mississippi River Delta is a precious landscape that supports America’s economy, wildlife, and cultural heritage, but due to decades of abuse and narrowly defined management, the Delta is rapidly disappearing into the Gulf of Mexico. Every hour, a football field–sized swath of land drowns in the Gulf’s advancing tides. To halt this future catastrophe, we must continue to take comprehensive steps to restore the Mississippi River’s natural deltaic functions. Changing Course is a design competition to reimagine a more sustainable Lower Mississippi River Delta, bringing teams together from around the world to work in parallel with Louisiana's official master planning effort to create innovative visions for one of America’s greatest natural resources. During this discussion, Panelists include will explore the changing course approach to restoring America's wetlands.
12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m.
Rhythms III
Moderated by: Sam Carter: Associate Director, Rockefeller Foundation
Panelists include: Rob Nairn: Director, Baird & Associates | John Hoal: Founding Principal, Studio Misi-Ziibi | Jonathan Hird: Business Unit Leader and Associate Vice President, Moffatt and Nichol | Jeff Hebert: CRO/Executive Director of NORA, City of New Orleans/100 Resilient Cities | Steve Cochran: Director, Mississippi River Delta Restoration for the Environmental Defense Fund | Nancy Kete, Managing Director, The Rockefeller Foundation
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Living with Water: (Un)paving the Way for a Resilient Future
The Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, developed by local, national and international, including Dutch, experts, outlines a brighter future for New Orleans and the surrounding region through implementation of innovative integrated water management practices. The project addresses three basic issues: flooding caused by heavy rainfall, subsidence related to the pumping of stormwater, and wasted water assets. This set of leaders in water management and resilience will discuss new developments and progress on the Urban Water Plan's implementation; how the Urban water plan is influencing national resilience efforts; and how a new industry sector in Louisiana is creating new jobs and exportable innovations.
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Moderated by: Jeff Hebert: Chief Resilience Officer, New Orleans
Panelists include: Rick Luettich: Sewell Family Term Distinguished Professor, Marine Sciences | David Waggonner: President, Waggonner & Ball Architects | Dale Morris: Senior Economist, Royal Netherlands Embassy | Mary Landrieu: Former Senator of Louisiana, U.S. Senate | Robin Barnes: Executive Vice President & COO, Greater New Orleans, Inc.
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The Rebirth of NOLA's Museums
New Orleans has long attracted visitors from around the world to experience its unique history, music, food and culture. With the city once again welcoming more than 9 million visitors per year, New Orleans has even more to offer than before, including new and improved museums. The National WWII Museum is now New Orleans’ largest ticketed tourist attraction and hosts 600,000 visitors each year. The Ogden houses arguably one of the finest collections of southern art in the U.S. These panelist will offer insight into the rebirth of museums in post-Katrina New Orleans.
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
Rhythms I
Moderated by: Scott Hutcheson: Senior Advisor for Cultural Economy, City of New Orleans
Panelists include: Stephen Watson: Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, WWII Museum | Susan Taylor: Montine McDaniel Freeman Director, New Orleans Museum of Art | Julia Bland: Chief Executive Officer, Louisiana Children's Museum | Carol Bebelle: Co-Founder & Executive Director, Efforts of Grace, Inc. | William Andrews: Director, Ogden Museum of Southern Art
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Silicon Bayou: An Innovation and Technology Hub
The region’s economy has not only rebounded from its darkest days following Hurricane Katrina, but has also proven resilient and innovative in the face of devastation. New Orleans has worked to diversify its economy and, in doing so, become a major hub for digital technology, film, and innovation. Panelists include will address economic development and entrepreneurship in New Orleans and the efforts that have led to the term, Silicon Bayou.
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
Rhythms II
Moderated by: Michael Hecht: President & CEO, Greater New Orleans, Inc.
Panelists include: Matt Wisdom: CEO, TurboSquid | Abhay Patel: Vice President of Business Development, New Orleans Business Alliance | Lamar Gardere: Director of Information, Technology, Innovation, City of New Orleans | Mike DeBoer: Chief Information Officer, GE Capital Technology Center
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National Service and Volunteerism's Role in Rebuilding New Orleans
The impact of volunteerism is visible inside communities, classrooms and non profit organizations. Many of the brightest adults from around the country visit and live in New Orleans with with the goal of helping others and meeting critical needs in the community. The leaders on this panel will talk about the role of national service and volunteerism and its profound impact on rebuilding New Orleans.
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
Rhythms III
Moderated by: Brooke Smith: Chief of Staff, City of New Orleans
Panelists include: Wendy Spencer: CEO, Corporation for National and Community Service | Agnieszka Nance: Executive Director, Center for Public Service at Tulane | Peggy Mendoza: Executive Director, City Year New Orleans | Judd Jeansonne: Executive Director, Volunteer Louisiana Commission
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Stronger Together: Cooperation in the Greater New Orleans Region
Cooperation across the Greater New Orleans Region was of paramount importance in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Cohesive partnerships have been and will continue to be a fundamental part of ensuring that the region grows stronger. During this panel, leaders from surrounding parishes will talk about lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina and the government reform that has come about as a result.
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Moderated by: Michael Hecht: President & CEO, Greater New Orleans, Inc.
Panelists include: John Young: President, Jefferson Parish | Dorris Voitier: Superintendent, St. Bernard Parish Public Schools | Billy Nungesser: Former President, Plaquemines Parish
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Public Housing: Stronger Communities Through Mixed Income Neighborhoods
After Katrina, much of the public housing stock was damaged. In partnership with HUD and HANO, the City took a deliberate and strategic approach to improving upon the public housing model by enhancing developments into mixed-income communities. Today, the massive redevelopment program to demolish and recreate the four main public housing sites: Lafitte, St. Bernard, B.W. Cooper and C.J. Peete, known by many as “the Big Four," is nearly complete.
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.
Rhythms I
Moderated by: Katy Reckdahl: Reporter, Freelance
Panelists include: Michelle Whetten: Vice President & Gulf Coast Director, Enterprise Community Partners | JT Hannan: Director of Public & Governmental Affairs, Bayo District Foundation | Gregg Fortner: Executive Director, Housing Authority of New Orleans | Claudette Ashford: Resident, Columbia Parc
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Sustainability and Environmental Initiatives in Post-Katrina New Orleans
The value of Louisiana’s coast to both our state and nation cannot be overstated. Major threats exist from coastal erosion and subsidence. Between 1932 and 2010, the New Orleans region lost 948 square miles of coastal wetlands, which is nearly 30 percent of the wetlands that buffer the region from hurricane storm surges. Panelists include from various "green" organizations will explore efforts to help create resilient and sustainable communities.
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.
Rhythms III
Moderated by: Charles Allen: Former Advisor for Coastal and Environmental Affairs, City of New Orleans
Panelists include: Connie Uddo: Executive Director, Hike for KaTREEna and the St. Paul's Homecoming Center | Jeff Supak: Community Resiliency Program Associate, Global Green USA | Mike Kantor: Development Director, Grow Dat Farm | Arthur Johnson: Chief Executive Officer, Sustain The Nine | Beth Galante: Vice President of Business Development and Government Relations, PosiGen | Tom Darden: Executive Director, Make it Right
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Reducing Blight in Post Katrina New Orleans: A Model for Urban America
The City of New Orleans is leading the country with its aggressive action to reduce blight and vacant property with a focus on strong code enforcement around schools, parks, and playgrounds. The City has reduced blight faster than anywhere in the country–13,000 properties in 4 years. Today, the housing market in New Orleans is strong. Both housing prices and sales are up, the U.S. Census recently noted that New Orleans remains one of America’s fastest growing cities, and for the first time since Katrina, the city of New Orleans is among the nation’s 50 most populous cities. Panelists include will explore lessons learned and best practices for reducing blight in post-Katrina New Orleans.
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Moderated by: Jaquetta White: Reporter, The Advocate
Panelists include: Oliver Wise: Director of the Office of Performance & Accountability, City of New Orleans | Andy Kopplin: First Deputy Mayor/Chief Administrative Officer, City of New Orleans | Nicole Heyman: Vice President and Director of Louisiana Initiatives, Center for Community Progress | Jeff Hebert: Chief Resilience Officer, City of New Orleans
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Improving the Community: Building a Culture of Health
A broad spectrum of partners from across the community are working together to improve population health by making healthy choices easier, creating environments that promote health, and addressing factors that impact health outcomes. Panelists include will talk about some of the initiatives that are helping to build a culture of health in their respective areas.
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.
Rhythms I
Moderated by: Rebecca Catalanello: Journalist, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune
Panelists include: Charlotte Parent: Director of Health, New Orleans Health Department | Joseph Kimbrell: CEO, Louisiana Public Health Institute (LPHI) | Corey Hebert: Physician, Journalist, Educator, New Orleans, Louisiana
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BioMedical Corridor: A Cluster Approach to Prosperity
Billions of dollars have been invested in the development of New Orleans’ Biomedical Corridor, fostering enhanced research, healthcare delivery and the development of stable, high-paying jobs for healthcare professionals. This panel of federal, state and local medical professionals will talk about the future expansion of biosciences jobs across the region.
4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Moderated by: Michael Hecht: President & CEO, Greater New Orleans, Inc.
Panelists include: Warner Thomas: President & CEO, Ochsner Health System | Fernando Rivera: Medical Center Director, Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System | Aaron Miscenich: President & CEO, New Orleans BioInnovation Center | Quentin Messer, Jr.: President & CEO, New Orleans Business Alliance | Larry Hollier: Chancellor, LSUHSC – New Orleans | Nicole B. Honoree, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Economic Development and Strategic Initiatives, LSUHSC
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Nonprofit Sector Contribution to Recovery & Relief
The non-profit sector in New Orleans was stretched in terms of meeting the basic needs of residents following Hurricane Katrina. In the last decade nonprofits have had well over 150,000 volunteers come to help and raised several hundred million dollars to help rebuild lives and communities. Panelists include will discuss the significant contribution of the nonprofit sector to the New Orleans recovery.
4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.
Rhythms I
Moderated by: Brooke Smith: Chief of Staff, City of New Orleans
Panelists include: Michael Williamson: CEO, United Way of Southeast Louisiana | Charles Beasley: President & CEO, Baptist Community Ministries (BCM)
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City-Assisted Evacuation & Evacuspots: Lessons Learned from Hurricane Katrina
The City reinvented evacuation plans and created a City-Assisted Evacuation Plan to provide transportation to residents and tourists who are unable to self-evacuate during a mandatory evacuation. In 2013, the City of New Orleans and evacuteer.org unveiled new artwork to mark the 17 designated City evacuation pick-up points where citizens may go during a mandatory evacuation. City Assisted Evacuation provides transportation from designated City evacuation pick-up points to a central facility for outbound evacuation to State or Federal shelters. Panelists include will explore some of the lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina and improvements to the city-assisted evacuation.
4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m.
Rhythms III
Moderated by: Michael Berkowitz: CEO, 100 Resilient Cities
Panelists include: Charlotte Parent: Director of Health, New Orleans Health Department | Aaron Miller: Deputy Director, Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness | Robert Fogarty: Co-Founder and Board President, Evacuteer | Justin Augustine: RTA General Manager, Vice President of Transdev Services
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Mental Health Services in Post Katrina New Orleans
With only three of the nine hospitals remaining open after the storm, local officials and hospitals saw an opportunity to rebuild a stronger infrastructure and transform the way healthcare services are delivered. The New Orleans area now boasts world-class clinical care through new and refurbished hospital facilities and expanded access through a network of neighborhood-based community health centers. Panelists include will explore improvements across the mental healthcare system in New Orleans.
5:00 p.m. – 5:50 p.m.
Waterbury Ballroom
Moderated by: Charlotte Parent: Director of Health, New Orleans Health Department
Panelists include: Howard Osofsky: Chair, Department of Psychiatry at LSU Health Sciences Center | Calvin Johnson: Retired Chief Judge, Orleans Parish Criminal District Court | Paulette Carter: President & CEO, Children's Bureau of New Orleans
