Announcing a 3-part webinar series:

Integrating Climate Change into Strategic Planning for Public & Private Sector Organizational Leaders in Michigan

This three-part virtual training series is designed to build a foundational understanding of the risks and opportunities that climate change poses for Michigan state/local government agencies, infrastructure organizations and businesses. The program will examine the impacts of climate change upon mission, operations and constituents, as well as prospective opportunities to advance readiness and solutions grounded in economic vitality, public health and security.  Participants will hear presentations from nationally and regionally recognized experts and government officials, as well as engage in facilitated exercises and interactive discussions.

Presenters/Faculty:

• Jennifer Roberts — Former Mayor, City of Charlotte (North Carolina)

• Dick White — Former Mayor & Councilmember, City of Durango (Colorado)

• David Herring — Chief, NOAA Climate Program Office

• Daniel Kreeger — Executive Director, Association of Climate Change Officers

• Lindene Patton — Principal, Earth & Water Law Group

• Additional presenters to be announced shortly

In partnership with:

Schedule

Session 1: Nov. 23, 2020 (9:00am - 12:00pm)

Session 2: Dec. 3, 2020 (9:00am - 12:00pm)

Session 3: Dec. 9, 2020 (9:00am - 12:00pm)

All times are eastern time zone.

Who Should Register:

Suggested for:

• State agency appointees and department/agency unit leaders;

• Local government elected officials and city/county managers;

• Senior personnel and executives in infrastructure, business and other organizations; and

• Program staff working on resilience, economic development, public health and preparedness in regional planning bodies and organizations such as the Michigan Municipal League, Michigan Association of Counties & Michigan Association of Mayors.