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The evolving role of emergency management: insights from California

12.05.2024 | Duration: 30:34

We discuss the evolving role of emergency management and how California is embracing tech, innovation, and a proactive approach to emergency management.

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Podcast overview

In the face of increasingly complex and frequent disasters, the role of emergency management is evolving. In this podcast, Mark Ghilarducci, former head of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and current CEO of Emergent Global Solutions, Inc., joins Ross Ashley, KPMG LLP Senior Director, for an insightful discussion on the evolving role of emergency management and California’s experiences embracing technology, innovation, and a proactive approach to emergency management.

Podcast topics

  • The evolving role of emergency management
  • Proactive emergency management
  • Standardization and a whole-of-government approach
  • Managing scope creep in emergency management
  • Strength in unity: the importance of partnership
  • Harnessing technology: California’s pioneering efforts in AI and innovation
  • Combatting mis- and disinformation

On the podcast

  • Guest: Mark Ghilarducci, former Director of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and current CEO of Emergent Global Solutions, Inc.
  • Host: Ross Ashley, Senior Director, KPMG LLP

About the KPMG Emergency Management and Disaster Recovery Dialogues podcast series

The podcast series brings together leaders from across disaster management and government for lively, candid, and engaging conversations. From the frontline to the office, we dive into their real-world experiences, stories, and perspectives. Join us to hear actionable steps and insightful takeaways that can help you and your community better prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.

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Ross Ashley
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