The Intersect Between Public & Private Sectors in Supply Chain Resilience

COVID-19 put a spotlight on the global supply chain showcasing several challenges. Specifically, the lack of transparency with the system due to a limited understanding of third-party vendor capacities; limited sourcing options – lack of the ability to multi-source or capacity buffer; and, finally, the glaring challenges of dependence on one geographic location for a bulk of manufacturing. However, these challenges brought new opportunities for the emergency management community by highlighting the need for mutually beneficial partnerships between the public and private sectors. This presentation will provide attendees with an understanding of the global supply chain, showcase the value-add of investing in public-private partnerships through real-life case studies, and demonstrate how to create viable information-sharing channels between the sectors.

Learning Outcomes/Objectives

• Walkaway with an understanding of the interconnectedness of the global supply chain.
• Hear tips on how to create a community-shared value proposition.
• Leave with tools to build your partnerships.

PRESENTERS

MONIKA STOEFFL

Monika is the Executive Director of the California Resiliency Alliance (CRA), a non-profit sitting at the nexus between the sectors, both public and private and industry sectors, empowering local and regional resiliency through cross-sector information sharing and partnerships across all hazards. She has over 20 years experience in the broader field of emergency management. Having a passion for finding connections in complex systems, Ms. Stoeffl brings together her diverse backgrounds and experiences in emergency management/business continuity, competitive intelligence, sciences, anthropology, psychology, and international travel for a multi-perspective cross-disciplinary approach to resiliency.

ANDREA DAVIS

Andrea is a recognized expert in the field of emergency management who has dedicated her career to bridging the silos between public and private sectors to create a united approach when it comes to disaster risk reduction. Ms. Davis has held leadership roles with NGOs (The American Red Cross, Save the Children US), the US Federal Government (FEMA, The Federal Reserve) and for Fortune 500 Companies (Walmart, Disney). With each role, Ms. Davis used her influence to lead global initiatives focused on the importance of making risk informed determinations and engaging all members of the community in the decision-making process. Currently, Ms. Davis is the President and CEO of a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), The Resiliency Initiative, which she founded out of a passion to serve the whole community before, during, and after an emergency.