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Welcome to the Action on Disaster Relief (ADR2020) Post-Event Report where, GRV Global would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank all those who participated in the 5th annual holding of this important forum; a series promoting discussion and solutions to regional disaster preparedness, relief and resilience efforts through public-private partnerships (PPPs). Following a hugely enjoyable and productive few days at the Wyndham Albrook Mall Hotel in Panama City, this report contains a detailed overview of the various plenary sessions, exhibition, afternoon matchmaking meetings, and social networking functions including a large selection of photographs from the event.

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foreword

GRV Global would like to pass on our sincere gratitude to the various Government, NGO, International & United Nations’ agency officials who participated in the discussions across the few days and were committed to meeting with event delegates throughout our afternoon matchmaking meeting sessions. I would like to thank Mr. Carlos Rumbo, SINAPROC Director for his Opening Address on behalf of His Excellency Mr. Laurentino Cortizo Cohen, President of the Republic of Panama, with special thanks also to the Minister of Government Mr. Carlos Romero and his team at the Regional Logistics Centre for Humanitarian Assistance (CLRAH), expertly led by Mr. Alberto Sierrra, for all their support in helping us prepare for ADR2020. GRV Global would like to express special thanks to Mr. Ronald Jackson, Executive Director of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), who once again so expertly fulfilled the role of Conference Chair across the two days, utilising his vast regional experience whilst giving engaging and thought-provoking chairmanship throughout. We are honoured to have had CDEMA’s support and chairmanship since ADR’s inception in 2016 and look forward to the ongoing outcomes ahead. The Action on Disaster Relief forum has once again proved to be a great success, bringing likeminded officials and private-sector delegates together from across the Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean; testimonials of which can be found later in this report. We welcomed 200 local and international participants to Panama City and facilitated more than 750 face-to-face matchmaking meetings. For our 5th anniversary, we were delighted to introduce a full pre-event day which featured a site visit to the now-operational CLRAH (Humanitarian Hub), the new home of logistics for SINAPROC, WFP’s UNHRD and IFRC; a table-top Hurricane Scenario Exercise hosted by IFRC and the GVF; a USAID Funding Strategies workshop hosted by Konektid; and a UN Procurement Workshop hosted by UNODC on behalf of the UN Procurement Division (UNPD) with contributions from UNOPS. We thank all these institutions for supporting the ADR series and GRV Global’s ethos of personable engagement; long-standing collaborations are sure to result and ultimately, a stronger ‘Hub’ of actors from which to support the regional community.

GRV Global would like to thank the Wyndham Albrook Mall Hotel for its fantastic support across the few days. We thank all our local partners/suppliers for helping us to produce world-class materials such as the stage set, banners, invitations and tickets, and of course the Official Event Guide; in addition to the local students who assisted with managing our registration desk and afternoon matchmaking meeting tables. Lastly and by no means least, GRV Global would truly like to thank our ADR Sponsors for their support and attendance without which, events of this magnitude and importance would simply not be possible. The support shown by our partners and sponsors was emphatic and a true testament to the potential they see for disaster response and relief across the Latin America and Caribbean region. Thank you for joining us in Panama City, we look forward to welcoming you in 2021! www.grvglobal.com

Andrew Dowell CEO | GRV Global

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Imad Malhas, CEO & Founder - IrisGuard UK Ltd ADR is a must attend for any company wanting to work in the humanitarian & emergency aid arena in Central and South America! Great value & relevant attendance.

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Scott Lansell, Vice President of International Development - GeoPoll Well organised event with a number of key implementors & donors present, allowing direct access to decision-makers via pre-set sessions.

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Conference agenda

Event statistics

ADR2020 Event report

Roundtable Profiles

attendees List

Event floorplan

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Contents

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Conference agenda Tuesday 4 February | Wyndham Panama Albrook Mall Hotel 9:00 - 19:00

ADR2020 Pre-Registration ADR2020 participants may complete registration by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass in the Wyndham Albrook Mall Hotel Lobby (business card required). CLRAH site visit attendees will require photo I.D. and must give their I.D. number to GRV in advance to gain access to the Panama Pacifico Airport site. Sponsors are asked to setup their exhibition booths from 5pm onwards once the Gran Salon Contadora Ballroom is ready. GRV Global’s registration desk will remain open all day for those attending our later workshops.

10:00 - 13:00

Site Visit - Regional Logistics Centre for Humanitarian Assistance (CLRAH) ADR2020 participants are invited to visit* the Regional Logistics Centre for Humanitarian Assistance (CLRAH); an initiative of the Government of Panama created to incorporate emergency operations of several actors into one integrated modern logistics facility. The Centre was implemented by UNOPS (opened 2019), under the direction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Government, in coordination with IFRC, UNHRD (WFP), and SINAPROC Panama. Delegates will visit the now-operational Regional Logistics Centre, be shown a presentation on the Centre before visiting the UNHRD warehouse, the IFRC warehouse and also the SINAPROC warehouse situated at the Panamá Pacífico International Airport. This is a complimentary visit with transportation provided, which will depart from and return to the Wyndham Albrook Mall Hotel Lobby. * all visitors require photo identification and closed, sturdy shoes.

13:00 - 15:30

IFRC - GVF Hurricane Exercise (Invitation Only* Colon 3 Room) 2019 saw the continuation of extremely damaging and deadly hurricanes affecting the Caribbean region. Climate change means the region will continue to be struck by very strong hurricanes with catastrophic effect. GRV Global proudly presents a workshop where the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and GVF will jointly host a table-top exercise simulating the effects of a hurricane and the challenges faced by governments, the humanitarian sector, and corporate partners during the response and recovery phases. Through this exercise, participants will understand the early challenges they will face following a real-life disaster and learn ways to overcome these challenges. Table-top exercises are a proven and effective disaster-preparedness tool and participants will be better able to respond when the inevitable disaster strikes. A buffet lunch will also be served from 13:00 to 13:30. * strictly invitation only workshop welcoming ADR speakers/guests & event sponsors; places are limited.

Daniel Arango, Disaster Management Coordinator - Caribbean IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies David Meltzer, Secretary General, GVF

15:30 - 16:00

Networking Tea & Coffee Break

16:00 - 17:00

USAID Funding Strategies (Colon 3 Room) How can your organization enter and grow in the USAID market? Learn best practices for starting and growing your work with USAID. Konektid’s team has supported more than 100 clients in their work with USAID, and are specialists in USAID funding strategies. We will share USAID partnering best practices we have learned through supporting our client’s work with USAID and USAID prime implementers. Come learn how to start building your organization’s USAID market strategy. The seminar will cover how to learn about USAID funding opportunities, the USAID procurement process, and will give you tools you can take back to your organization to build and grow your USAID work. The seminar will be led by Mike Shanley, CEO of Konektid, a U.S. consulting firm that advises clients on partnering with USAID. Please bring your questions about working with USAID!

Mike Shanley, CEO, Konektid International

17:00 - 18:00

UN Procurement Workshop (Colon 3 Room)

19:00 - 21:00

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The UN Secretariat Procurement Division (UNPD) will host an open session for all ADR2020 delegates, presenting fundamentals on doing business with the UN and discussing the UN’s Global Marketplace (UNGM) vendor registration process. This session will look at the principles of UN procurement, the UN system, areas of operation and types of goods & services, the tender process, challenges, UNGM registration, content, the UNGM website and mobile app, and the Global Compact. This UN Procurement Workshop will also detail case studies and give you an opportunity to ask any questions to aid your UN procurement efforts. Additionally, UNOPS will present their eSourcing platform, used to publish, receive and process all UNOPS tenders around the world. Sitting alongside the UNGM, users are able to view all details regarding UNOPS tenders such as solicitation method, type of requirement, description, deadlines for clarifications and to submit their offer, currency, evaluation method details and criteria, and how and where users can submit their offer. Tommaso Mussoni, Procurement Officer of UNODC, on behalf of the UN Procurement Division (UNPD) Patrick Diaz, Procurement Associate of UNOPS - UN Office for Project Services

Evening Networking Reception (Lobby Bar) Sponsored by Wave Water Works LLC An ‘ice-breaker’ opportunity, generously Sponsored by Wave Water Works LLC. ADR2020 participants may meet at the Wyndham Albrook Mall Hotel Lobby Bar, network and discuss the two days ahead in a relaxed and informal setting, whilst enjoying a range of canapés and refreshments. An ideal opportunity for Panel Chairs to also connect with their fellow panellists.

Wednesday 5 February | Gran Salón Contadora Ballroom, Wyndham Panama Albrook Mall Hotel 8:00 - 8:50

Networking Registration Event participants may complete registration by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass whilst networking and enjoying tea & coffee (business card required).

8:50 - 9:15

Opening Ceremony

CONFERENCE CHAIR

Andrew Dowell, CEO, GRV Global Ronald H. Jackson, Executive Director, CDEMA Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency

Opening keynote Address

9:15 - 10:15

Panel 1: Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Preparedness

Carlos A. Rumbo, Director General, SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama

10:05 - 10:15

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

10:15 - 10:30

Spotlight Address A Cooperative Model for Rapid Power Deployment & Pre-Emptive Long-Term Invention

10:30 - 11:00

Charles H. Keys, CEO of Wave Water Works LLC

Networking Tea & Coffee Break

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ADR2020’s opening panel will explore the challenges and opportunities in reducing vulnerability and exposure for the next generation – through protocol, training, funding and community education. Panellists will also discuss sharing responsibility through partnerships - attracting private sector reliability, expertise and support. Craig Ball, Sales Director of Butyl Products Ltd. Arq. Walter Monroy, Sub. Secretary of Risk Reduction Management of CONRED - National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction; Guatemala María Veronica Bastias Gonzalez, Regional Coordinator for LAC of GNDR - Global Network of Civil Society Organisation for Disaster Reduction Giorgia Testolin, Programme Unit Chief of WFP - UN World Food Programme Lilia Blades, Project Manager of GSC - Global Shelter Cluster

Panel Chair

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Conference agenda 11:00 - 12:00

Panel 2: Resilience & Response Looking at utilising networks and building capacity to empower the local community, panellists will discuss flexibility in assistance - listening to needs ‘information is aid’. This session will also debate regional governance and finance - managing funds/donations and a phased approach throughout the recovery process. Equally, examine resilient urban cities and ‘building back better’ including services such as energy, transport, communications, water etc.

Panel Chair

Charles H Keys, CEO, Wave Water Works LLC Walter Cotte Witingan, Americas Regional Director IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Tim Callaghan, Senior Regional Advisor, OFDA - USAID’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance David Andrew (Drew) Strobel, Surge Delegate of American Red Cross James Barry, CEO, Crossflow Energy Co Ltd Dr. Eric James, Executive Director, Field Ready

11:50 - 12:00

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

12:00 - 12:15

Keynote Address Alberto Sierra, Director of the Regional Logistics Center of Humanitarian Assistance CLRAH - Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance; Panama

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12:15 - 13:15

Panel 3: Communications - Solutions & their Impact Now seen as one of the most important aspects regarding disaster relief, panellists will deliberate capitalising on new communication technologies, much-needed collaborations and of course, local development. This session will also discuss equality across urban and rural areas, aggregating demand to pool resources and therefore reduce financials, and developing collaborations before called upon.

Panel Chair

Simon Gray, Senior VP of Humanitarian Affairs, EUTELSAT David Meltzer, Secretary General, GVF Martin Dolan, Manager - Innovation, Geeks Without Frontiers Jose Luis German, Sub. Director of Information Management COE - Emergency Operations Center; Dominican Republic Smith Barthélus, Deputy Chief of Mission Haiti Directorate of Civil Protection (DPC); Ministry of Interior

13:05 - 13:15

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

13:15 - 14:30

Networking Lunch Break

14:30 - 17:30

Disaster Relief Public-Private Sector Matchmaking Meetings Afternoon session devoted to introductory 20 minute 1-2-1 matchmaking meetings between Government, UN, Disaster Agency and NGO stakeholders, and attending local, regional and global operators. Schedules are prearranged to provide a unique opportunity to discuss disaster reduction, response and relief solutions across the Americas & Caribbean region.

19:30 - 20:00

Event Dinner - Transport For those that require it, transport is included with an ADR2020 Event Dinner ticket (please confirm at the on-site GRV Global registration desk). Transport will depart from the Wyndham Albrook Mall Hotel Lobby at 7:30pm for an 8pm start, returning back to the Hotel at approx. 10:30pm.

20:00 - 22:00

Event Dinner - Tántalo Kitchen, Casco Viejo Starting with drinks on the Tántalo Rooftop, ADR2020 participants are invited to join us in Panama’s old town for an informal Event Dinner, to experience the food, ambience and entertainment Panama City has to offer. An ideal opportunity for further networking and to discuss the day’s major talking points. For more information, please contact a member of the GRV Global team.

8:30 - 8:50

Networking Registration

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Thursday 6 February | Gran Salón Contadora, Wyndham Panama Albrook Mall Hotel If not already done so, event participants may complete registration by collecting their delegate pack & event access pass whilst networking and enjoying tea & coffee (business card required).

8:50 - 9:00 CONFERENCE CHAIR

Day Two Welcoming Remarks

Welcoming remarks and a look ahead at day two’s major talking points. Ronald H. Jackson, Executive Director, CDEMA Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency

9:00 - 9:15

Keynote Address: GCF Supporting Adaptation Initiatives in LAC. EWS Initiative in the Caribbean

Mayte Gonzalez Sanchez, Regional Advisor for Latin America, Country Programming Division GCF - Green Climate Fund

9:15 - 10:15

Panel 4: Regional International Support - Past, Present & Future

Sadly, the occurrence and in most instances, severity of natural disasters show no signs of slowing. Recent earthquakes such as those in Ponce, Puerto Rico; Oaxaca, Mexico; and Bridgetown, Barbados once again highlight the need to reflect on the strides made in achieving a coordinated response. This session will draw on personal experiences as panellists delve into lessons learnt from historical international support, current strategy gaps, and opportunities for coordinated improvement moving forward. Panel Chair Lt Col Anton Gash, Defence Attache Caribbean of UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) Radm Jean Hausermann, Commander, French Armed Forces in the West Indies COL David Strauss, Chief - Civil Affairs Planning Division J-7/9 SOUTHCOM - U.S. Southern Command Nicolas Louis, Coordinator for the Caribbean - Disaster Preparedness Expert ECHO - European Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid Operations Col Jacques O’Keefe, Canadian Defence Attaché for the West Indies Canadian Armed Forces

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

10:15 - 10:45

Networking Tea & Coffee Break

10:45 - 11:45

Panel 5: Technology & Security

11:35 - 11:45

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

Covering these fast-moving and ever more crucial sectors, panellists will analyse the capability to gather and process data effectively, resulting in more informed decisions and a better response. This session will also look at the significance of securely delivering a standardised implementation of technology across the region, including global imagery and warning systems, secure payments, monitoring, securing digital identity to ensure fraud-free aid distribution & global financial inclusion, whilst bearing in mind cost efficiencies and practical tech that enhances operations - not tech for tech sake. Panel Chair Francisco Quesada, UNHRD Manager of UNHRD - UN Humanitarian Response Depot / WFP Fabiano Franz, Response Director Venezuela, World Vision LAC Imad Malhas, CEO & Founder, IrisGuard UK Ltd Andres Castillo, Regional Sales Director (LATAM), Planet Isaac Villarreal, Hub Humanitarian Manager of SINAPROC National Civil Protection System; Panama

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10:05 - 10:15

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Spotlight Address: IOM’s Global Framework for Crisis Response – MCOF

Luz Tantaruna, Regional Emergency & Post Crisis Adviser for Americas IOM - International Organization for Migration

12:00 - 13:15

Panel 6: Health, Emergencies & Climate Change Concluding ADR2020’s discussion panels, this session will examine vulnerable groups, knowledge of their risks, and their future development. Panellists will discuss the resilience of health resources, their movement and inclusion in response planning, and where technology helps/could help, also looking at the effects on resources and supplies in a crisis. Our experts will also look at the impact of expanding populations and displacement, the many aspects of climate change, and CSR (corporate social responsibility) with regards to wide-reaching partnerships etc.

Panel Chair

Tommaso Mussoni, Procurement Officer UNODC on behalf of the UN Procurement Division (UNPD) Basile Ema Ebédé, Senior Regional Humanitarian Manager, Save the Children Francisco Quesada, UNHRD Manager UNHRD - UN Humanitarian Response Depot/WFP Eng. Dayan Lizeth Parra Astudillo, Leader - Water & Basic Sanitation UNGRD - National Unit for Disaster Risk Management; Colombia Dr. Jimmy Beaubrun, National Coordinator for ESS Haiti Ministry of Public Health & Population Claudia Estela Flores, Project Manager of Mission Central America Action Against Hunger Marie-France Bourgeois, Senior Programme Adviser of UNICEF - UN Children’s Fund

13:05 - 13:15

Audience Discussion; Question & Answer Session

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13:15 - 13:30 CONFERENCE CHAIR

recognition & thanks

Ronald H. Jackson, Executive Director, CDEMA Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency Andrew Dowell, CEO, GRV Global

13:30 - 14:30

Networking Lunch Break

14:30 - 17:30

Disaster Relief Public-Private Sector Matchmaking Meetings Afternoon session devoted to introductory 15 minute 1-2-1 matchmaking meetings between Government, UN, Disaster Agency and NGO stakeholders, and attending local, regional and global operators. Schedules are prearranged to provide a unique opportunity to discuss disaster reduction, response and relief solutions across the Americas & Caribbean region.

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2-4 February 2021 Panama City 11 Claudia Herrera Keynote Speaker Executive Secretary, CEPREDENAC - Coordination Center for the Prevention of Natural Disasters in Central America Currently serving as Executive Secretary of CEPREDENAC, Ms. Claudia Herrera has a

in Business Administration 20 years experience managing Integral Risk Action ondegree Disaster Relief offers aand very rareofopportunity forthe leading of Disasters, a field in which she became involved after the Hurricane Mitch public and Management private sector actors to share experiences and knowledge, disaster in 1998. Ms. Herrera was part of the team responsible for the harmonization of develop best practices, new technologies & services the Central Americanand Policyshowcase on Comprehensive Risk Management of Disasters within the Sendai Framework Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, coordinating the participation capable of furthering theforregion’s disaster relief and resilience efforts.

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of CEPREDENAC with the Executive Committee of the Central American Integration System (SICA), government agencies, national systems, international cooperation and strategic actors linked to Disaster Risk Reduction, until its approval at the 2017 SICA Summit of Presidents and Heads of State. Claudia also lead the process for the update REGION’S LEADING PARTNERSHIPS EFFECTIVELY REDUCING of the Regional Plan for Disaster Risk Reduction 2019-2023. Previously, she held relevant EVENT ON PREPAREDNESS & RELIEF IMPACT OFRegional DISASTERS positions with International Cooperation, including as Advisor in the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR); as a representative of European Organizations, coordinating1-2-1 Regional Projects of the General Directorate of Humanitarian Aid (DG-ECHO) DEDICATED MEETINGS REGIONAL and has led national spaces such as theSTRENGTHEN Humanitarian Network in Honduras & and the PROVIDE FOCUSSED NETWORKING National Forum of Act Alliance that is formed by a Network of European Organizations INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION FOR CREATING PARTNERSHIPS with humanitarian mandate and of social development. She has also coordinated projects financed by the Ministry of Development of the United Kingdom (DFID), and the UN Development Program (UNDP), among others.

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Chuck Keys, CEO - Wave Water Works LLC Well done â&#x20AC;&#x201C; organised, informationally relevant, met officials to work with, resource building, built new relationships etc.

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Colin Chapman, Managing Director - Mobile ATC Systems Ltd. The event helped make new contacts for the business and the 1-2-1 meetings were excellent.

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event statistics Geographical Breakdown

Canada

22%

35% North America

Europe

34% Latin America

1% Middle east

4% South

& the Caribbean

1% Australia

america

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100%

of attendees rated the event 4 and above on a scale of 1 to 5!

100%

think it is likely a partnership will result from attendance...

95%

of exhibitors found having a booth valuable!

social media coverage

#ADR2020 #DisasterRelief trending with 298 page views & 145 unique visitors on linkedin

27.1k Twitter impressions having gained 310 additional profile views

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ADR2020: Post-event report GRV Global were delighted to return to the beautiful Panama City for the 5th anniversary Action on Disaster Relief (ADR2020) taking place on 4th – 6th February 2020. In our continued efforts to facilitate growing collaboration within the region, GRV Global welcomed hundreds of participants from governments, NGO stakeholders, UN and regional disaster agencies, for a busy few days of high-level plenary sessions, keynote speeches, private afternoon 1-2-1 matchmaking meetings and a range of networking functions, to devise a planof-action for future resilience across the LAC region. ADR2020 commenced on Tuesday 4th February 2020 as the first of three informative and productive days; participants collected their welcome pack and access pass in the morning before heading off for a site visit, supported by the Ministry of Government, to

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pre-event: Tuesday 04 February

see the now-operational Regional Logistics Centre for Humanitarian Assistance (CLRAH), the first of its kind for the region! All participants were invited to visit the CLRAH ‘Humanitarian Hub’, an initiative of the Government of Panama created to incorporate emergency operations of several actors into one integrated modern logistics facility. The Centre was implemented by UNOPS (opened 2019) and hosts IFRC, UNHRD (WFP) and SINAPROC Panama. During the visit, participants were given a brief presentation on the capacity and capabilities of the hub before being taken on a private tour of the stock & tailored emergency kits which are deployed for families, including: tents, kitchenware, blankets and mattresses. Many returning participants were able to appreciate the significant transformation from the bare structure seen during the ADR2018 tour and were given the opportunity to question Heads of Department before returning to the Wyndham Albrook Mall Hotel for an afternoon of targeted workshops. ADR2020 speakers & sponsors

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were invited to an exclusive Hurricane Scenario Exercise presented by Daniel Arango, Disaster Management Coordinator of the International Federation of the Red Cross & Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the GVFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Secretary General, David Meltzer. Starting with a networking buffet lunch, the session focused on familiarising participants with some of the challenges they may face in the event of a

hurricane. During the session, delegates were able to discuss and evaluate current processes whilst building critical relationships that may serve to mitigate the future impact of such disasters. The session concluded with several observations, including the importance of obtaining timely information that can be shared with stakeholders, partners and governments to effectively prepare in emergency situations.

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Evening Networking Reception, enjoying drinks and canapes at the Wyndham Lobby Bar which was generously sponsored by Wave Water Works. The informal gathering also provided a prime opportunity for panellists to engage with their session Chairs ahead of the two ADR2020 conference.

Day 1: wednesday 05 February

ADR2020 delegates were eased into the day with tea and coffee whilst remaining participants received their welcome packs before entering the Opening Ceremony in the Gran Salón Contadora Ballroom. GRV Global CEO, Andrew Dowell, gave an inviting welcome to all participants and praised the great work taking place at the Regional Logistics Centre for Humanitarian Assistance (CLRAH), commending the pivotal role they have played in facilitating a means for collaboration. In closing, Andrew encouraged all delegates to continue the momentum built in previous years of ADR to tackle the key issues around preparedness, risk reduction, disaster relief and recovery - to reduce the devastating impact of disasters. Next to take to the stage was Conference Chair Ronald H. Jackson, Executive Director of CDEMA - Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency. Ronald touched on the prominence of the word ‘resilience’ that has driven the humanitarian industry in the wake of recent natural disasters, later commenting on the need to reduce vulnerability and exposure globally to ensure economies can sustainably grow. ADR2020 taking place against the backdrop of the recent earthquakes in Cuba and Jamaica, presented a recent case study of how to build up a seismic response that will reduce the loss of life and exposure of vulnerable persons. To close, Ronald noted that society must remain mindful of the everchanging nature of the disasters and the

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Our busy pre-event day was punctuated by a Networking Tea & Coffee Break, before the evening workshops available to all participants commenced. The first of the open sessions was led by Konektid CEO, Mike Shanley whom gave a presentation entitled ‘How can your organization enter and grow in the USAID market?’ This session focused on best practices, engagement and the USAID procurement process. Mike honed into further detail on USAID funding, criterium for approval and recent programs such as The New Partnerships Initiative (NPI) which will allow USAID to work with a more diverse range of partners and provide more entry points for organizations to work with the agency. This invaluable insight provided all in attendance with the tools needed to grow their future USAID partnerships. Closing the series of workshops was a UN Procurement session centred on Doing business with the UN and discussing the UN’s Global Marketplace (UNGM) vendor registration process. Procurement Officer of UNODC on behalf of the UN Procurement Division (UNPD), Tommaso Mussoni led the workshop as he shared guidelines on the procurement process, challenges and the objectives of the UN Organisations to promote fairness, integrity and transparency, which remains a critical part of the procurement process from sourcing to execution of a procurement contract. Additionally, Procurement Associate of UNOPS - UN Office for Project Services, Patrick Díaz presented their eSourcing platform which sits alongside the UNGM and is used to publish, receive and process all UNOPS tenders around the world. Although well acquainted from the day’s activities, ADR2020 delegates were able to relax and discuss the two days ahead at our

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uncommon challenges this presents to be better equipped. Ahead of the first panel session, was an Opening Keynote Address by Carlos A. Rumbo, Director General of SINAPROC National Civil Protection System of Panama who welcomed all ADR2020 delegates to his beautiful country. Carlos humbly noted the progress and achievements of Panama in building the first logistical centre for humanitarian response in the region. Once again, he highlighted the Humanitarian Hub’s objective of delivering goods, equipment and mobilisation throughout the LATAM region with additional developments in technology, such as mobile applications to provide lifesaving rapid responses. Ending on a light note, Carlos wished all a pleasant stay and a productive event. The first panel of ADR2020 explored Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) & Preparedness and was Chaired by Craig Ball, Sales Director of Butyl Products Ltd. Craig took an exhaustive approach to the topic, through the exploration of social, private and public action. Born from the discussion was the consensus that there was a necessity for improved coordination to

panel 1: speaker quotes Arq. Walter Monroy, Sub. Secretary of Risk Reduction Management of CONRED - National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction; Guatemala: One of

the great problems is the lack of community comprehension – it is essential to work with territorial suppliers and take the information to communities to become more dynamic.

María Veronica Bastias Gonzalez, Regional Coordinator for LAC of GNDR - Global Network of Civil Society Organisation for Disaster Reduction: There needs to be an emphasis

on long-term alliances and not just allies when there’s an emergency.

Giorgia Testolin, Programme Unit Chief of WFP - UN World Food Programme:

We try to work with social protection and civil protection and prepare for both the disaster and follow-up. Lilia Blades, Project Manager of GSC - Global Shelter Cluster: Engage more

in the process – don’t fly in and out of the disaster – contribute to resilience so that we don’t have to help the same communities two years later.

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utilise technology to address some of the regional challenges. In response, Charles Keys from Wave Water Works LLC argued that software needed to be flexible and user-friendly but more importantly the public sector needed to be more vocal with what they want, and the private sector will happily ‘jump at it’. panel 2: speaker quotes Walter Cotte Witingan, Americas Regional Director of IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies: Building back better isn’t always new

infrastructure but requires more responsibility in creating infrastructure that is inclusive, protects the rights of the people and culture.

Tim Callaghan, Senior Regional Advisor of OFDA - USAID’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance: It is important to

listen to the local communities and cultures and see what is already in country.

David Andrew (Drew) Strobel, Surge Delegate of American Red Cross: As

the humanitarian sector we need to base ourselves on what communities need and provide flexibility of assistance. James Barry, CEO of Crossflow Energy Co Ltd: Bringing anything in a disaster event is

always a logistical challenge. Renewable energy whether wave or hydro has the ability to be there all the time whilst not using fossil fuels. Dr. Eric James, Co-Founder/Director of Field Ready: We need to look at the

capacities that are already in place and the opportunities to support their own resilience in the first place.

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eliminate a duplication of efforts and ensure ‘resources go where they are needed’ with the added caveat that risk reduction programs should operate outside of the realm of everchanging governments to ensure progress is maintained. Ahead of a short Networking Tea & Coffee Break came a Spotlight Address, Charles H. Keys, CEO of Wave Water Works LLC. Charles began his address with the convicting words that ‘all of us here at the ADR conference are charged with the awesome responsibility of saving lives and creating a basic environment of survival’. With the tone set, he further stated the benefits of wave energy in being a reliable and predictable source of clean energy with enough power to supply the world’s energy demand. In closing, Charles implored all attendees to exchange short term recovery strategies for long-term conversions to green technologies. Returning from the coffee break, Charles H. Keys, CEO of Wave Water Works LLC returned to the stage to Chair Panel 2: Resilience & Response and navigated a passionate discussion on whether ‘building back better’ lacked action behind the phrase; the panellists asserted that this concept goes beyond the building of basic infrastructure but the investment in local communities to help reduce risk, be it internet access points, training so that they are more self-reliant, as well as infrastructure that utilises green renewable energy and protects its citizens. The panel ended with an interactive Q&A session, with a pointed question from audience member Steven Racuher from RapidDeploy whom enquired what the private sector can do to

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Next on the agenda was a Keynote Address from Alberto Sierra, Director of the Regional Logistics Center of Humanitarian Assistance (CLRAH). In addition to the site visit the day before, Alberto graciously gave an additional presentation on the Humanitarian Hub where he was able to expand on the details of the service that CLRAH provides. It was noted that the hub encompassed a cold storage area for shared use and external parking areas for trucks and containers with the objective of developing alliances between actors in the humanitarian logistics and assistance sector and provide warehouse infrastructure and logistics

services for humanitarian items. It’s worth noting that due to the CLRAH, a response in terms of load times and getting items on to a plane for distribution can now be achieved in just 60 minutes! Closing the first day of discussions was Panel 3: Communications - Solutions & their Impact, Chaired by Simon Gray, Senior VP of Humanitarian Affairs of EUTELSAT. The session centred on the provision of information presented simply for communities to understand and to develop facilities to decrease levels of outside dependence and build self-resilience.

panel 3: speaker quotes David Meltzer, Secretary General of GVF:

What a lot of organisation don’t invest in is people. Training occurs in one year and it is forgotten. Investing in people is a great rate of return.

Martin Dolan, Manager - Innovation of Geeks Without Frontiers: Communication

networks are not fully utilised when there isn’t an emergency. They should be used to push collaboration and resource allocation and sustainability going forward.

Jose Luis German, Sub. Director of Information Management of COE Emergency Operations Center; Dominican Republic: We have the duty and responsibility

to deliver clear, simple and useful information to communities in times of crisis. Smith Barthelus, Technical Secretary Coordinator of Haiti Directorate of Civil Protection (DPC); Ministry of Interior:

We require permanent risk reduction so that we can move forward quicker.

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In high spirits after an enjoyable evening, ADR2020 delegates enjoyed tea and coffee before returning to the Gran Salón Contadora Ballroom for a warm welcome from Conference Chair Ronald Jackson - providing a brief summary of the stimulating and challenging discussions from day one, and a look at the discussion topics to come. Without further ado, it was time to begin with the first Keynote Address of the day. Mayte Gonzalez Sanchez, Regional Advisor for Latin America in the Country Programming Division of the GCF - Green Climate Fund gave an informative Keynote Address entitled ‘GCF Supporting Adaptation Initiatives in LAC. EWS Initiative in the Caribbean.’ Mayte noted that the GCF was the world’s leading climate fund helping developing countries reduce their GHG emissions and enhance their ability to respond to climate change. She later mentioned the challenge to convert adaptation initiatives to feasible projects on the ground but the GCF remain optimistic in achieving the vision of supporting country readiness and direct access - balancing mitigation and adaptation that is

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After an informative day of discussions, delegates enjoyed a delightful Networking Lunch Break and continued discussions ahead of the afternoon 1-2-1 Disaster Relief Matchmaking Meetings. In the weeks leading up to the event, Delegates were able to identify their preferred matchmaking meetings, through GRV Global’s secure scheduling website. Pre-event, meeting schedules are finalised and confirmed to all participants in order to maximise potential outcomes of GRV Global’s personable format of 15-minute matchmaking meetings. Wednesday afternoon featured hundreds of one-to-one meetings with many organisations taking backto-back appointments throughout. Participants were quick to identify their value and praise their efficiency. GRV Global also wanted to ensure all ADR2020 delegates had the opportunity to take in the beautiful Panama City which included an Event Dinner at the Tántalo Kitchen in the picturesque Casco Viejo (Old Town). Participants were welcomed by a panoramic roof-top view of the city, a stunning location to relax in and continue their conversations from earlier in the day.

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panel 4: speaker quotes Radm Jean Hausermann, Commander of French Armed Forces in the West Indies:

Every opportunity is to be taken to network and be ready to react. COL David Strauss, Chief - Civil Affairs Planning Division J-7/9 of SOUTHCOM - U.S. Southern Command: We wait until all other

aspects have been exacerbated; when the military comes in, it is to satisfy a need.

transformative and country driven. To end, Mayte detailed the process of being endorsed by a national representative of the fund to having an idea presented before the GCF before receiving funding. The first discussion of the day launched with Panel 4: Regional International Support - Past, Present & Future and led by Lt Col Anton Gash OBE, Caribbean Defence Attaché of the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) who displayed a curated set of questions in English and Spanish to guide the session. Each panellist provided their

Nicolas Louis, Coordinator for the Caribbean - Disaster Preparedness Expert of ECHO European Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid Operations: We need to build up our networks

particularly towards civic protections for example our bank searches and risk awareness.

Col Jacques O’Keefe, Canadian Defence Attaché for the West Indies of Canadian Armed Forces:

Geography matters – you go to your neighbours first for help.

process of response in a disaster crisis from their country perspective. Generally, it appeared that the forces remained on standby to support when and where needed as a means to not impose or duplicate efforts. Delegates enjoyed a brief Networking Tea and Coffee Break before returning for the penultimate session, Panel 5: Technology & Security Chaired by Francisco Quesada, UNHRD Panama Manager of the UNHRD - UN Humanitarian Response Depot / WFP. Panellists focused on the use of technology to access information to create an

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panel 5: speaker quotes Fabiano Franz, Response Director Venezuela of World Vision LAC: If you

empower the poor they will come up with their own solutions. Imad Malhas, CEO & Founder of IrisGuard UK Ltd: Without accountability, aid distribution is

at great risk of donor fatigue.

Andres Castillo, Regional Sales Director (LATAM) of Planet: The cost of information is

how quick you can get it.

Isaac Villarreal, Hub Humanitarian Manager of SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama: With

the evolution of information technology and security in Humanitarian Assistance warehouses, inventory inspection is improved, the quality of the aid stored is verified to be correct and can lead to better rotation of entry and exit of the relief items.

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accurate evaluation of the situation. However, one critique stated that technology suppliers must consider the ease of access to such information, with the simplicity of a username and password given as an example, to remove the intimidating idea that one must be an expert to access and interpret the information. To conclude, the speakers briefly noted the far-reaching capabilities in investing in technology for securer payments and donations.

As the day slowly drew to a close, delegates were treated to one last Spotlight Address by Luz Tantaruna, Regional Emergency & Post Crisis Adviser for Americas at IOM - International Organization for Migration on ‘IOM’s Global Framework for Crisis Response – MCOF’ (Marco Operacional para Situaciones de Crisis Migratória). Luz explained that MCOF was developed due to the migration issues that arise with every crisis, which become more complex to resolve with each disaster. Supporting this assertion, she referenced the millions of migrants in the Venezuela movement last year and the millions after the 2010 Haiti disaster. To address this issue, MCOF serves as a tool that provides a complete picture of a certain crisis migration and allows for comprehensive planning and inclusiveness by analysing migratory flows and patterns and combines humanitarian and migration management for integral response. After an active 3 days of discussions, networking and meetings, it was left to the capable Tommaso Mussoni, Procurement Officer of UNODC on behalf of the UN Procurement Division (UNPD) to Chair Panel 6: Health, Emergencies & Climate Change. Considering the region, the Haiti crisis and Zika virus were central case studies on what can be done to adapt the region’s communication style and create robust networks that can support pre, during and importantly after a crisis. However, from the discussion there

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panel 6: speaker quotes Basile Ema Ebede, Regional Senior Humanitarian Manager of Save the Children: We can expect to see more epidemics

for longer times in unusual places and systems less prepared in the future.

Francisco Quesada, UNHRD Panama Manager of UNHRD - UN Humanitarian Response Depot / WFP: It is important to strengthen and negotiate

relationships with the private sector to develop risk and prevention measures. Eng. Dayan Lizeth Parra Astudillo, Leader - Water & Basic Sanitation of UNGRD - National Unit for Disaster Risk Management; Colombia: We have tried

that in a case of emergency, the government could provide support to communities and shelters and rebuild homes and handled within ministries as appropriate.

was a shared sentiment that the Caribbean, and Haiti in particular, remains vulnerable to another catastrophe. The closing of the 5th annual Action on Disaster Relief was signified by the final words of Conference Chair Mr. Ronald Jackson, whom, after several comprehensive and thoughtprovoking panels and Keynote Addresses, only had left to say a big thank you to all the participants for their commitment and willingness to challenge their ideas and form a better understanding of disaster relief and preventative measures in a collaborative manner. He further expressed his gratitude to the Panamanian

Dr. Jimmy Beaubrun, National Coordinator for ESS of Haiti Ministry of Public Health & Population: We need coordinated activities to give

the best response to those that need it; if you are overwhelmed it is the other countries that will deploy a team and help. Claudia Estela Flores, Project Manager of Mission Central America, Action Against Hunger: Profitability isn’t always economic but

sometimes permanence.

Marie-France Bourgeois, Senior Programme Adviser of UNICEF - UN Children’s Fund:

The lessons learned from Zika and Ebola taught us the need for risk communication – how do we communicate key messages rapidly to people to understand and repeat them?

government for their support and continued efforts towards resilience in the region. Finally, CEO of GRV Global, Andrew Dowell shared his sincere appreciation towards all humanitarian workers for their compassion and hard work during the most difficult of circumstances. Additionally, he expressed his thanks to the local Panamanian suppliers for all event materials, and the event Sponsors for their investment in making yet another great event worthwhile. To conclude, all participants were encouraged to continue the discussions and new-found partnerships beyond the forum, to bring forth the change suggested throughout the event and hopefully return next year with great news of the progress of their collaborations. To the sound of applause, delegates headed to a Networking Lunch Break before the final 1-2-1 matchmaking sessions. Once again, GRV Global’s structured public-private meetings format was held in high regard, with hundreds of meetings being held across the two days. Sadly, it was almost time for participants to say their goodbyes and prepare to head home however, with a newfound resolve to tackle some of the region’s biggest challenges and the knowledge of a dependable humanitarian hub, we look forward to the implementations ahead based on what we had learned… Until next year, we look forward to the advancements made across this vital sector, and to continuing the discussions and collaborations made for the region! n Presentations may be downloaded by logging into rms.grvglobal.com

Action Against Hunger It is Action Against Hungerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal to save lives by erasing hunger through prevention, detection and treatment of malnutrition, through neutrality, independence, nondiscrimination, free and direct access to people in need, professionalism and transparency. They have 5 strategic goals which are: INCREASE our impact on acute malnutrition by treating and preventing it, mainly in children under five; RESPOND to and prevent humanitarian crises, deal with vulnerability and strengthen the populationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resilience when facing a crisis; CONTINUE to develop partnerships with local, national and international actors, in order to increase the number of beneficiaries and promote their sustainability; DEVELOP our ability to guarantee an effective and efficient response to humanitarian crises; and STAND OUT in the field of political advocacy and become a benchmark in terms of hunger and malnutrition.

American Red Cross The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. Through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, the American Red Cross is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope; our communities are ready and prepared for disasters; everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products; all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives. The American Red Cross is part of a global network dedicated to relieving human suffering. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is made up from 190 individual National Societies dedicated to the Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Neutrality, Impartiality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. Around 17 million Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers play an essential role in supporting their communities throughout the world.

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Americares Americares is a health-focused relief and development organization that saves lives and improves health for people affected by poverty or disaster. Each year, Americares reaches an average of 90 countries and all 50 U.S. states with life-changing health programs, medicine and medical supplies. In addition, Americares emergency response team responds to an average of 30 natural disasters and humanitarian crises worldwide each year, establishes long-term recovery projects and brings disaster preparedness programs to vulnerable communities. Americares relief workers are among the first to respond to emergencies and stay as long as needed, helping to restore health services for survivors.

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At any given time, the Government of Canada can call upon the Canadian Armed Forces to undertake missions for the protection of Canada and Canadians and the maintenance of international peace and stability. This policy ensures the Canadian Armed Forces will be prepared to: Detect, deter and defend against threats to or attacks on Canada; Detect, deter and defend against threats to or attacks on North America in partnership with the United States, including through NORAD; Lead and/or contribute forces to NATO and coalition efforts to deter and defeat adversaries, including terrorists, to support global stability; Lead and/or contribute to international peace operations and stabilization missions with the United Nations, NATO and other multilateral partners; Engage in capacity building to support the security of other nations and their ability to contribute to security abroad; Provide assistance to civil authorities and law enforcement, including counter-terrorism, in support of national security and the security of Canadians abroad; Provide assistance to civil authorities and nongovernmental partners in responding to international and domestic disasters or major emergencies; and Conduct search and rescue operations.

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CARICHAM - Network of Caribbean Chambers of Commerce The Network of Caribbean Chambers of Commerce (CARICHAM) is a platform designed to represent the Chambers and their Members at regional and international levels in order to foster constructive partnerships at the regional and international levels, as well as through Business-to-Business exchanges. There are currently 19 Chambers in this Network. The four main pillars of engagement are: Advocacy and Membership Value Creation; Disaster Risk Reduction; Knowledge Sharing, and Best Practices; and Transportation, Trade Facilitation and Promotion.

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CDEMA - Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) is a regional intergovernmental agency for disaster management in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and comprises 18 Participating States. The Agency was established in 1991 as CDERA (Caribbean Disaster Emergency Response Agency) with primary responsibility for the coordination of emergency response and relief efforts to Participating States that require such assistance. It transitioned to CDEMA in 2009 to fully embrace the principles and practice of Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM). CDM is an integrated and proactive approach to disaster management and seeks to reduce the risk and loss associated with natural and technological hazards and the effects of climate change to enhance regional sustainable development. The CDEMA, being the regional disaster management body, serves as facilitator, driver, coordinator and motivating force for the promotion and engineering of Comprehensive Disaster Management in all Participating States.

CEPREDENAC - Coordination Center for the Prevention of Natural Disasters in Central America The Executive Secretariat of CEPREDENAC negotiates, advises and manages regional programs, implemented through national fund and international cooperation. The Programs and Projects Portfolio are constantly updated and has been established according to needs and priorities, in consultation with national authorities. CEPREDENACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coordination model is base on optimizing resources, fostering Disaster Risk Management institutionalization in all sectors.

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CLRAH - Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance; Panama The Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance (CLRAH) establishes itself as a logistics platform for humanitarian assistance enabling the facilitation of activities such as, the reception, handling, storage and the redistribution of provisions & equipment, as well as the deployment of human resources, without contravening any other related activity, for efficient humanitarian assistance management against national and international emergencies and hence, fortifying countries of the region. The CLRAH was established to strengthen the response capacities of national civil and humanitarian protection systems whilst promoting professionalism and logistical and humanitarian capabilities in the region.

COE - Emergency Operations Center; Dominican Republic

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The Dominican Republicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Emergency Operations Center (COE) sets to maintain permanent coordination among the institutions of the National System for the Prevention, Mitigation and Response to Disasters - to guarantee a timely response to emergency situations and disasters. COE provides an organized, timely and efficient response according to the needs derived from the adverse event, and ensures that actions aimed at mitigating the effects derived from the event are carried out through an adequate prioritization of response actions. COE also ensures that the process of making operational decisions is carried out based on up to date information and duly confirmed. To facilitate the tasks of attention, protection and assistance of the people affected by any event, and develop a system for collecting and processing information that allows decisions to be made according to the needs derived from the event.

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The National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction (CONRED) was created in 1996, as the entity in charge of preventing, mitigating, attending and participating in the rehabilitation and reconstruction of damages caused by the presence of disasters. Subsequently, the Executive Secretariat of the National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction (SE-CONRED) was established as the national body legally responsible for the Coordination for Disaster Risk Reduction, and has commitments and responsibilities at the national, regional and global levels. To respond to an emergency or disaster, CONRED launches: Immediate Response Teams (ERI); Emergency Operations Center (COE); Incident Command System (SCI); and Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (EDAN). The Secretary of CONRED, in view of the need to deal with the natural or provoked incidents to which we are exposed, prepares Plans, Prevention Systems and Procedures according to the common incident at a certain time of the year. 10

COPECO - Permanent Contingency Commission; Honduras COPECO based on the Law of the National Risk Management System ‘SINAGER’ has the mission of coordinating and strengthening the SINAGER, through shared public and private management, aimed at prevention and risk reduction, emergency care, the recovery and adaptation to climate change to guarantee life, the material and environmental goods of the nation.

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CONRED - National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction; Guatemala

ECHO - European Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid Operations The European Commission aims to save and preserve life, prevent and alleviate human suffering and safeguard the integrity and dignity of populations affected by natural disasters and man-made crises. EU assistance, amounting to one of the world’s largest, is enshrined in the Treaty of Lisbon and supported by EU citizens an as expression of European solidarity with any person or people in need. With its headquarters in Brussels and a global network of field offices, the Commission’s European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations department ensures rapid and effective delivery of EU relief assistance through its two main instruments: civil protection and humanitarian aid. By bringing the two together under one roof in 2010, the Commission has built up a more robust and effective European mechanism for disaster response both inside and outside the EU.

FEMA - U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency / DHS In 1979 President Jimmy Carter issued an executive order creating the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that absorbed, among others: the Federal Insurance Administration, the National Fire Prevention & Control Administration, the National Weather Service Community Preparedness Program, the Federal Preparedness Agency of the General Services Administration, and the Federal Disaster Assistance Administration activities from HUD. Civil defense responsibilities were also transferred to FEMA from the Defense Department’s Defense Civil Preparedness Agency. Since 2003, FEMA has been a part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with the responsibility of coordinating the federal government’s response to disasters. Under the National Response Framework (NRF), its scope of impact was expanded to every sector of American society, which identified responsibilities and obligations in preparing for, responding to and recovering from any disaster. FEMA is charged with providing help to local and state governments and residents both immediately following a disaster and in the longer term. It also conducts programs to help prepare for disasters.

Field Ready Field Ready brings manufacturing to challenging places. Our vision is to meet humanitarian need by transforming logistics through technology, innovative design and engaging people in new ways. We train others to solve problems locally in areas such as search and rescue, health, water and sanitation (WASH), livelihoods and protection. We work worldwide on problems related to conflict, rapid onset disasters and long-term reconstruction. The impact of this is dramatically improving efficiency in aid delivery by meeting needs that are at best only partially fulfilled at present - the results are faster, cheaper and better aid. Field Ready is a non-governmental organization with registrations in numerous countries.

French Armed Forces in the West Indies The French Armed Forces in the West Indies (Forces ArmĂŠes aux Antilles - FAA), based on the islands of Martinique & Guadeloupe, guarantee the protection of these French overseas territories and organize regional cooperation. Thanks to coordination with the French Armed Forces in Guyana (FAG), the French Forces in the West Indies represent a foremost aero-maritime-prevailing joint military structure. The Defence Base of the French West Indies, created in January 2011 and consisting of about 1,300 soldiers and 300 civilians, is responsible for the common support and general administration of the organisms, departments and operational units belonging to the French Defence Ministry that are stationed in the West Indies. The soldiers posted in the West Indies belong to the Army, Air-force and Navy.

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GCF - Green Climate Fund The Green Climate Fund (GCF) is a unique global platform to respond to climate change by investing in low-emission and climate-resilient development. GCF was established to limit or reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in developing countries, and to help vulnerable societies adapt to the unavoidable impacts of climate change. Given the urgency and seriousness of this challenge, the Fund is mandated to make an ambitious contribution to the united global response to climate change.

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Geeks Without Frontiers (Geeks) is a platform for global impact. An award-winning non-profit, Geeksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; mission is to bring the benefits of broadband connectivity -health, education, poverty reduction, gender equality and the other UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s)- to the estimated 3.5 billion people who remain unconnected. Geeks aspires to empower the unserved, including the forcibly displaced, create Smart Communities and help catalyze positive global change. It does this by leveraging the benefits of satellite, wireless and fiber connectivity-based solutions in a resilient, technologically neutral and sustainable manner; by creation of innovative regulatory and business models designed to democratize and accelerate SDG focused connectivity and through thought leadership, advocacy, public and private advisory support.

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The Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR) is the largest international network of civil society organisations (CSOs) that work to strengthen resilience and reduce disaster risks in communities worldwide. GNDR represents and convenes CSOs in international spaces with regard to the Sendai framework implementation and monitoring, making sure that the voices of its 700+ Full Member organisations, spread across 107 countries, are heard. Through its ECOSOC Special Consultative status, GNDR and its members can formally participate in all formal UN consultation processes. GNDR has a longstanding relationship and collaborates closely with UNISDR, as well as formal partnership agreements to collaborate with the EU in humanitarian and development matters. The GNDR Flagship programme â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Views from the Frontlineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; (VFL) has mobilised in the past over 500 organisations, and reached out to approximately 95,000 stakeholders in communities in 69 countries, monitoring the progress of international disaster risk reduction efforts at a local level for the past 10 years. 36

GSC - Global Shelter Cluster The Global Shelter Cluster (GSC) is an Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) coordination mechanism that supports people affected by natural disasters and internally displaced people affected by conflict with the means to live in safe, dignified and appropriate shelter. The GSC enables better coordination among all shelter actors, including local and national governments, so that people who need shelter assistance get help faster and receive the right kind of support. The GSC is a public platform cochaired by IFRC and UNHCR at the global level, it has 45 partners who participate on a regular basis. IFRC is convener of the Shelter Cluster in natural disasters while UNHCR leads the Shelter Cluster in conflict situations.

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GNDR - Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction

GVF The GVF is the global association of the satellite industry. Founded in 1997, it brings together organizations engaged in the delivery of advanced broadband and narrowband satellite services to consumers, and commercial and government enterprises worldwide. Headquartered in London, GVF is an independent non-profit organization with member companies from every region of the world. The organization represents every sector of the satellite industry, including fixed and mobile satellite operators, satellite network operators, teleports, satellite earth station manufacturers, system integrators, value added and enhanced service providers, telecom carriers, consultants, law firms, users, and now, Earth imaging companies.

Haiti Directorate of Civil Protection (DPC); Ministry of Interior Formed in 1997, within the Ministry of the Interior, the Directorate of Civil Protection (DPC) is assigned the mission of coordinating all intervention operations in disaster response and promoting risk management activities with the aim of reducing the impact of disasters.

Haiti Ministry of Public Health & Population The Ministry of Public Health and Population is the executive body responsible for formulating and implementing the National Public Health policy. Their mission is to guarantee to all citizens without distinction the right to life, to health and to provide them, in all territorial communities, with the appropriate means for the protection, maintenance and restoration of their health. The ministryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main objective is to ensure the reduction of morbidity and mortality, linked to the main identified health problems, from an adequate, efficient, accessible and universal health system.

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HIAS HIAS rescues people whose lives are in danger for being who they are. We protect the most vulnerable refugees, helping them build new lives and reuniting them with their families in safety and freedom. We advocate for the protection of refugees and assure that displaced people are treated with the dignity they deserve. Guided by our Jewish values and history, we bring more than 139 years of expertise to our work with refugees including resettlement, international protection, advocacy and legal protection, across the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa.

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The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian network, with 190 National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and around 17 million volunteers. IFRC works to strengthen and accompany National Societies, so that they may better address current and future challenges. We support coordination of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent network before, during and after disasters and crises. Together, we reach more than 160 million people with lifesaving and life-changing support annually. 26

IOM - International Organization for Migration The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the UN Migration Agency. It was established in 1951, and is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. With 172 member states, 8 states holding observer status, and Offices in over 100 countries, it works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM participates in the humanitarian responses and offers migration services in emergency and post – crisis situations to assist the needs of individuals and affected communities. It also, provides technical support to improve the conditions of populations affected by the crisis which leads to saving lives through the identification and implementation of comprehensive durable solutions to end displacement.

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Joint Task Force-Bravo; SOUTHCOM Joint Task Force-Bravo is one of two task forces under United States Southern Command. Located at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, JTF-Bravo operates a forward, all-weather day/ night C-5-capable air base, organizes multilateral exercises and supports, in cooperation with our partner nations, counter transnational organized crime, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief efforts and the development of partner capacities, to promote regional cooperation and security in Central America, South America and the Caribbean.

Konektid International Mike is the CEO and Founder of Konektid International, a consulting firm that supports clients around the world on their work with USAID. Their expertise ranges from how to monitor USAID procurements and developing your partnering strategy, to winning and manage large prime project awards from USAID. Mike regularly leads seminars on USAID partnering strategies, trends, and international development market updates, and has partnered with large global development organizations including USAID, Devex, and Bond UK. Come ready to discuss your USAID partnering questions on fundraising, project implementation, and even cost and compliance issues. Konektid’s clients have ranged from the Fortune 500 and the Ivy League, to large international development organizations and local NGOs, and we are looking forward to supporting your work with USAID!

NetHope NetHope empowers committed organizations to change the world through the power of technology. NetHope, a consortium of 50-plus leading global nonprofits, unites with technology companies and funding partners to design, fund, implement, adapt, and scale innovative approaches to solve development, humanitarian, and conservation challenges. Together, the NetHope community strives to transform the world, building a platform of hope for those who receive aid and those who deliver it.

OFDA - USAIDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance The Latin America and Caribbean regional office of the U.S. Agency for International Developmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (USAID/OFDA) is located in San Jose, Costa Rica. As part of USAIDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA), USAID/OFDA provides humanitarian assistance to save lives, alleviate human suffering, and reduce the social and economic impact of humanitarian emergencies worldwide. USAID/OFDA is responsible for facilitating and coordinating U.S. Government emergency assistance overseas. USAID/OFDA responds to all types of natural disasters, including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, cyclones, floods, droughts, fires, and pest infestations. USAID/OFDA also provides assistance when lives or livelihoods are threatened by catastrophes such as civil conflict, acts of terrorism, or industrial accidents. In addition to emergency assistance, USAID/OFDA funds mitigation activities to reduce the impact of recurrent natural hazards and provides training and technical assistance to build local capacity for disaster risk management and response.

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Save the Children Around the world, too many children still start life at a disadvantage simply because of who they are and where they are from. Present in 120 countries, Save the Children has a bold ambition: we believe in a world in which all children survive, have the chance to learn, and are protected from abuse, neglect and exploitation. In LAC, Save the Children is present in Bolivia, Haiti, El Salvador, Guatemala, Peru, Colombia, Nicaragua, with Member Offices in Mexico, Dominican Republic, and Honduras, and work with partners in several other countries in the Region. Save the Children works in humanitarian and development contexts, trying to reach the most deprived children

SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama

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The main goal of the National Civil Protection System of Panama (SINAPROC) is to plan, research, lead, supervise, and organize the policies and actions aimed at assessing the damage that can be caused by natural and anthropogenic disasters. It is responsible for executing disaster prevention, mitigation, preparedness, intervention and restoration policies and plans, and oversees all risk management actions based on territorial vulnerability. Its objectives also include: Incorporate risk management in operational & development plans; Promote citizen participation in the risk management process; Guarantee timely and effective interventions for the population in the event of emergencies or disasters; and Channel resources to support the development of risk management plans, programs and projects.

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SOUTHCOM - U.S. Southern Command U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), located in Miami, Fla., is one of ten unified Combatant Commands (COCOMs) in the Department of Defense. SOUTHCOM is responsible for providing contingency planning, operations, and security cooperation in its assigned Area of Responsibility which includes: Central America, South America, and The Caribbean (except U.S. commonwealths, territories, and possessions). The command is also responsible for the force protection of U.S. military resources at these locations. SOUTHCOM is also responsible for ensuring the defense of the Panama Canal. Under the leadership of a four-star commander, SOUTHCOM is a joint command comprised of more than 1,200 military and civilian personnel representing the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and several other federal agencies. U.S. engagement and commitment in the region reflects our enduring promise of friendship, partnership and solidarity with the Americas, and our cooperation supports a prosperous, and secure hemisphere.

UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) The UK Ministry of Defence has Defence Attaches for Latin America and the Caribbean in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Jamaica and Mexico. Several of these Attaches also have non-resident accreditation to neighbouring countries. The UK maintains a training support base in Belize, in partnership with the Belize Government, has military liaison officers at US NORTHCOM (Colorado Springs) and SOUTHCOM (Miami), and the Joint Inter-agency Task Force (South) - JIATF(S) (Key West). A permanent Navy vessel, currently the Royal Fleet Auxiliary MOUNTS BAY, is in the region, with a role in HADR support during the hurricane season and in support of JIAT(S) at other times. Reserve Defence Forces are based in Bermuda and Montserrat, and Police Marine Units are active in all British Overseas Territories (OTs). Most of the OTs are members of CDEMA, and the others are currently establishing links and associate status. With strong historical and professional links across the region the UK conducts an active programme of training and capacity-building with partner countries, using a combination of short-term training teams deployed to the region and residential courses in the UK.

UNDP - UN Development Programme UNDP works in 170+ countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results. This is a critical time for the world. At UNDP, we see this period as a huge opportunity to advance the global sustainable development agenda. UNDP is working to strengthen new frameworks for development, disaster risk reduction and climate change. UNDP focuses on helping countries build and share solutions in three main areas: Sustainable development; Democratic governance and peacebuilding; and Climate and disaster resilience. In all our activities, we encourage the protection of human rights and the empowerment of women, minorities and the poorest and most vulnerable. Across Latin America and the Caribbean, UNDP works mainly with governments, but also with civil society organisations and the private sector, developing national and local capacities and building stronger institutions that offer quality services for citizens.

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UNGRD - National Unit for Disaster Risk Management; Colombia

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The National Unit for Disaster Risk Management of Colombia (UNGRD by its initials in Spanish) is a decentralized autonomous national entity part of the Administrative Department of the Presidency of the Republic of Colombia., based in Bogotรก, D.C. The main goal of the UNGRD is to lead the implementation of the Disaster Risk Management, while responding to the national Sustainable Development policies, and to coordinate the functioning and continuous development of the National System for Disaster Risk Management. The UNGRD has as part of its main functions to coordinate, promote and strengthen capacities for risk knowledge, risk reduction and disaster management, and to propose and articulate policies, strategies, plans, programs, projects and national procedures of disaster risk management, in the frame of the National System for Disaster Risk Management.

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UNHRD is a network of depots located in Ghana, Italy, UAE, Malaysia, Spain, and Panama that procures, manages and transports emergency supplies for the humanitarian community. It is a one stop shop for partners, offering free storage, procurement, transport, handling, and technical field expertise. Recognized as a leader in prepositioning, storage and handling of emergency supplies and support equipment, the Network manages strategic emergency relief stocks. These stocks include medical kits, shelter items, ready-to-use foods, IT equipment and operational support assets, for a growing base of user organizations - all designed to strengthen and enhance organizational response efforts at the onset of an emergency. UNHRD in Panama plays a leading role in emergency preparedness and response for Latin America and the Caribbean, and is generously made available by the Government of Panama. 20

UNICEF - UN Children’s Fund UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Together with our partners, we work to translate that commitment into practical action, focusing special effort on reaching the most vulnerable and excluded children, to the benefit of all children, everywhere. The UNICEF Regional Office for Latin America and the Caribbean, guided by the SDGs and located in Panama City, coordinates and supervises the work of UNICEF in 36 countries and territories through 24 national country programs to promote the rights and well-being of all children and adolescents in the region. It also advocates to promote investment and public policies focused on children and adolescents, developing regional alliances to achieve the objectives defined in the Regional Operational Management Plan 2018-2021.

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UNHRD - UN Humanitarian Response Depot / WFP

UNOPS - UN Office for Project Services The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. UNOPS has a presence in 23 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. It concentrates its efforts in areas where we have a clear mandate and expertise: I. Sustainable Procurement II. Sustainable Infrastructure, and III. Project Management in the areas of on health, transportation, education, disaster risk reduction, water and sanitation and environmental sustainability. UNOPS has supported Partners across Latin America though the implementation of projects focusing on the design, construction and supervision of transportation and water and sanitation infrastructures as well as the design and construction of public buildings.

UNPD - UN Procurement Division The United Nations Procurement Division (UNPD) aims at providing best value for money in the timely acquisition of goods and services to enable UN Secretariat entities deliver their mandates and achieve their objectives globally. UNPDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clients range from peacekeeping and special political Missions, over Headquarters and Offices Away from Headquarters to Tribunals and other UN entities. Goods and Services include requirements in the Categories of Aviation, Transportation, Vehicles, Engineering, Food, Fuel, Financial & Professional Services, Security, Medical and IT & Communications, among others. UNPD does business with vendors from all over the world and is actively working at increasing its sources of supply from developing countries and countries with economies in transition.

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World Vision LAC World Vision is a global Christian humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by addressing the causes of poverty and injustice. Our Christian faith teaches us that children, regardless of gender, religion or race, are a precious gift to the entire world - and that their wellbeing concerns us all. We shall never rest while children suffer in situations that we can change. We bring life-saving support in times of disaster. We help poor communities to take charge of their futures. We provide small loans and training that boost family livelihoods. We work with policy makers to change the way the world works for children.

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Sachin Shah, Business Development Manager Richt International Inc Well organised, good networking, quality clients.

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Virginia Madrigal Iglesias, National Director of Risk Management - Nicaraguan Red Cross Great event of great importance. I was able to meet many disaster actors from other countries, with the aim of better resilience and saving lives.

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attendees list Access Partnership Tymoteusz Kurpeta Head of Compliance & Market Intelligence Action Against Hunger Claudia Estela Flores Project Manager Aerial Applications Jeff Brooks CMO Aerial Applications Joe Sullivan CEO AeroMD Allan Adler AeroMD Bernice Nelson Contracts Manager Air Ambulance Technology GmbH Luis Istvan Zakarias Technical Sales Engineer Air Partner Inc Gavin-jon Deeks Senior Director - Business Development Air Partner Inc Lucas Hofstra Account Manager Aitheras Aviation Group George Katsikas President & CEO American Red Cross Jorge Brito Technical Liason Officer American Red Cross Roberto Brito Regional Director for Latin America & the Caribbean

American Red Cross David Andrew (Drew) Strobel Surge Delegate Americares William Daley Associate Director

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Aquobex John Alexander Managing Director ATCO Espaciomovil Alejandro Fernandez Commercial Manager for CentralAmerica and the Caribbean Barrett Communications Diego Del Gallego Operations Manager Latin-America Butyl Products Ltd. Craig Ball Sales Director Butyl Products Ltd. Carles Gisbert Director General Butyl Products Ltd. Liliana Patricia Hernandez Aquatabs (Butyl Products Ltd.) Agustin Mariscal Medical Business Director: EAME & Asia Pacific Kersia (Butyl Products Ltd.) Loic Someil Marketing Manager / Water Treatment France Canadian Armed Forces Col Jacques Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Keefe Canadian Defence Attache for the West Indies CARICHAM - Network of Caribbean Chambers of Commerce Lizra Fabien Chairperson & Executive Director of DAIC CDEMA - Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency Ronald H. Jackson Executive Director CEPREDENAC - Coordination Center for the Prevention of Natural Disasters in Central America Claudia Herrera Executive Secretary Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. Nicholas Bailey Business Development Consultant Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. Billy Roig Federal Programs CLRAH - Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance; Panama Rafael Bonilla Cooperation Unit Officer

CLRAH - Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance; Panama Osvaldo Guerrero Operations Assistant CLRAH - Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance; Panama Melissa Sanchez Logistics Coordinator

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CLRAH - Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance; Panama Naara Caceres Logistics & Commercial Intern

CLRAH - Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance; Panama Alberto Sierra Director of the Regional Logistics Center of Humanitarian Assistance COE - Emergency Operations Center; Dominican Republic Jose Luis German Sub. Director of Information Management CONRED - National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction; Guatemala Arq. Walter Monroy Sub. Secretary of Risk Reduction Management Copa Airlines Nathalie Palacios Sales Executive COPECO - Permanent Contingency Commission; Honduras Eng. Gabriel Alfredo Rubi Secretary of State Crossflow Energy Co Ltd James Barry CEO Crossflow Energy Co Ltd Rebecca White Commercial Director Crowley Eric Topp Managing Director, BD and Capture Management Cruz Roja Hondures Carlos Colindres Gerente Nacional de Gestion de Riesgos

Disaster Relief Panama Jose A. Donderis M. General Manager ECHO - European Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid Operations Nicolas Louis Coordinator for the Caribbean - Disaster Preparedness Expert EUTELSAT Simon Gray Senior VP of Humanitarian Affairs EUTELSAT Guillermo Haller Sales Director for Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean FEMA - U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency / DHS Andrew R. Slaten Deputy Director - International Affairs Division Field Ready Dr. Eric James Co-Founder/Director French Armed Forces in the West Indies LTC Cyrille Caron Defence Attache for West Indies French Armed Forces in the West Indies Radm Jean Hausermann Commander Fugro Don Ventura Hydrographic Business Development Manager GCF - Green Climate Fund Mayte Gonzalez Sanchez Regional Advisor for Latin America Geeks Without Frontiers Martin Dolan Manager - Innovation

GENAQ Carlos Garcia CEO GeoPoll Scott Lansell Vice President of International Development Global Food Exchange Inc Richard Lackey CEO

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GENAQ Fernando Pulido Garcia CEO

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attendees list GNDR - Global Network of Civil Society Organisation for Disaster Reduction Maria Veronica Bastias Gonzalez Regional Coordinator for LAC GRV Global Andrew Dowell CEO GRV Global Elliott Kayser Operations Director GRV Global Antoinette Orr Event Planner GRV Global Graham Stoner Project Director GRV Global Ian Whitty Head of Event Program GSC - Global Shelter Cluster Lilia Blades Project Manager GVF David Meltzer Secretary General Haiti Directorate of Civil Protection (DPC); Ministry of Interior Smith Barthelus Technical Secretary Coordinator Haiti Ministry of Public Health & Population Dr. Jimmy Beaubrun National Coordinator for ESS HIAS Enrique Torrella Raymond Regional Director for LAC

Humanitarian Suppliers Milena Acevedo Operations Manager Humanitarian Suppliers Lincoln Garcia President

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Humanitarian Suppliers Maria Victoria Perez Sales IFPE Alvaro Ochoa Profesor IFPE Heber Silva Professor IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Gabriela Acosta Procurement Officer IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Daniel Arango Disaster Management Coordinator - Caribbean IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Gonzalo Atxaerandio Disaster Manager IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Mauricio Bustamante Head, Regional Logistics Unit (CLRAH) IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Walter Cotte Witingan Americas Regional Director IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Rebeca Isabel Munoz Arosemena Disaster Law Officer IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Stephany Murillo Logistics Manager IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Nadia Ortega Disaster Risk Management Senior Officer IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Stefano Riera Operational Procurement Senior Officer

IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Sophie Teyssier Disaster Law & Legislative Advocacy Coordinator for the Americas IMRES Erwin van Boven Strategic Account Manager

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IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Juliette Sandoval Procurement

IOM - International Organization for Migration Luz Tantaruna Regional Emergency & Post Crisis Adviser for Americas IrisGuard UK Ltd Imad Malhas CEO & Founder IrisGuard UK Ltd Kevin Noone Senior Consultant Joint Task Force-Bravo; SOUTHCOM MAJ Brendan de Brun Deputy Director of Operations (Deputy J3) Joint Task Force-Bravo; SOUTHCOM MAJ Douglas Kuhn Medical Planner Kestrel Global Logistics Steven Keats VP Konektid International Mike Shanley Founder/CEO Leonardo DRS Phillip Hassell Business Development Leonardo DRS Semaj Smith Research Analyst Mauve Group Roger Ferrer Business Development & Project Management Consultant

MinXray, Inc. Joel Koplos Vice President of Global Business Development Mobile ATC Systems Ltd Colin Chapman Managing Director Momentum Logistics Stephen Arbib CEO Momentum Logistics Vito Morriello Vice President Business Development NeedsList Amanda Levinson Co-founder and COO NetHope Dagbjartur (Dag) Brynjarsson Response Coordinator NexCom USA - American Business Nexos Comerciales Lic. Axel Lopez VP -International Business Director Nicaraguan Red Cross Arch. Virginia Amalia Madrigal Iglesias National Director of Risk Management Nissan Trading Andres Cabrera Section Manager Normrock Jimmy Grant Executive Vice President Normrock Norman Grant President CEO OFDA - USAIDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance Tim Callaghan Senior Regional Advisor

Omni Air International Daniel Boehler Supervisor Oracle Dwight Mendez Database and Technology Sales Oracle Luis Montano Applications Territory Manager

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OFDA - USAIDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance Eduardo Gutierrez Gaslin Sub Regional Manager for CAM

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attendees list Oracle (CEGBU) Olga Cardenas Sales Person OsMotiquin Moises Rodriguez Garcia President Partnership for Supply Chain management Nora Quesada Planet Debora Barahona Sales Engineer Planet Andres Castillo Regional Sales Director (LATAM) Planet Mike Gurican Strategic Accounts Manager - United Nations Radiant Global Logistics Inc Jason Dennis Director of Government Services Radiant Global Logistics Inc Michael Klasing ADCOM Worldwide SAT/MFE Owner, a Radiant Logistics Company Radiant Global Logistics Inc Wiley Knight Director Humanitarian Aid RapidDeploy Todd Komanetsky Director of Platform Partnerships RapidDeploy Steven Raucher CEO RedRose Julissa Marina Guner RedRose Tech Support

Richt International Inc/ Toyop Relief Private Limited Aryan Shah Export Manager Richt International Inc/ Toyop Relief Private Limited Sachin Shah CEO

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Rocayol Safety Panama Joel Espinosa Gerente de Desarrollo de Negocios Save the Children Basile Ema Ebede Regional Senior Humanitarian Manager SES Amber Ledgerwood Senior Manager, Humanitarian and Disaster Response SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama Yasser Del Cid Ortega SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama Diana Nereyda Gonzalez General Manager SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama Juan Carlos Rivas Chief International Technical Cooperation Officer SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama Carlos Vasquez Rodriguez SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama Lourdes Romero Assistant SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama Carlos A. Rumbo Director General SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama Isaac Villarreal Hub Humanitarian Manager SOUTHCOM - U.S. Southern Command MAJ David Smith Civil Affairs Planner SOUTHCOM - U.S. Southern Command COL David Strauss Chief - Civil Affairs Planning Division J-7/9 Steelbro John Bensusan Business Development Executive Toilets for People Jason Kass President UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) Lt Col Anton Gash Defence Attache Caribbean

Ukrainian Helicopters PJSC Oleg Rud Commercial Director UNDP - UN Development Programme Alfonso Buxens Regional Procurement Advisor, Latin America & Caribbean

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Ukrainian Helicopters PJSC Dmytro Pyvovarov Marketing & Business Development

UNGRD - National Unit for Disaster Risk Management; Colombia Eng. Dayan Lizeth Parra Astudillo Leader - Water & Basic Sanitation UNHRD - UN Humanitarian Response Depot / WFP Francisco Quesada UNHRD Manager UNICEF - UN Children’s Fund Marie-France Bourgeois Senior Programme Adviser UNICEF - UN Children’s Fund Ignacio Cristobal Emergency Specialist UNICEF - UN Children’s Fund Leon Cases Gonzalez UNODC on behalf of the UN Procurement Division (UNPD) Tommaso Mussoni Procurement Officer UNOPS - UN Office for Project Services Laura Carles Procurement Officer UNOPS - UN Office for Project Services Patrick Diaz Procurement Associate Viasat Glenn Canales Business Development Watergen Zvi Pinczowski Sales and Business Development Manager

Wave Water Works LLC Charles H. Keys CEO Wave Water Works LLC Eric Maude Production Manager Wave Water Works LLC Hugo Pimentel Director of Research and Development Western Global Murray Leflaive Key Account Manager Western Shelter Systems Jorge Ortiz Regional Sales Manager WFP - UN World Food Programme Giorgia Testolin Programme Unit Chief Wings for Aid Eelko Brouwer Lead Operations World Fuels Services Brian McMurry Senior Director World Vision LAC Jose Nelson Chavez Rosales HEA Sub-regional Advisor World Vision LAC Fabiano Franz Response Director Venezuela

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COL David A. Strauss, Chief - Civil Affairs Planning Division J-7/9 - U.S. Southern Command Good to meet with potential partners as well as see what capabilities are available in the field.

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Carlos Colindres, National Risk Management Manager Honduras Red Cross A very important event, especially to see the progress made in disaster management.

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exhibition booths: 1. Normrock 2. Planet 3. Wave Water Works LLC 4. Ukrainian Helicopters PJSC 5. Western Global 6. Humanitarian Suppliers 7. Mobile ATC Systems Ltd 8. IrisGuard UK Ltd 9. Barrett Communications 10. MinXray, Inc. ROUNDTABLES: 1. CDEMA - Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency 2. CEPREDENAC - Coordination Center for the Prevention of Natural Disasters in Central America 3. SINAPROC - National Civil Protection System; Panama 4. CLRAH - Regional Logistics Center for Humanitarian Assistance; Panama 5. UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) 6. French Armed Forces in the West Indies 7. American Red Cross 8. FEMA - U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency / DHS 9. CONRED - National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction; Guatemala 10. COPECO - Permanent Contingency Commission; Honduras 11. COE - Emergency Operations Center; Dominican Republic 12. Canadian Armed Forces 13. IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies 14. ECHO - European Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid Operations 15. SOUTHCOM - U.S. Southern Command 16. Joint Task Force-Bravo; SOUTHCOM 17. UNDP - UN Development Programme 18. UNGRD - National Unit for Disaster Risk Management; Colombia

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Kestrel Global Logistics / Steelbro Air Partner Radiant Global Logistics Inc Western Shelter Systems Toyop Relief Private Limited Crossflow Energy Co Ltd Rocayol Safety Panama Butyl Products Ltd. Young Generation Ghana Leonardo DRS

19. UNHRD - UN Humanitarian Response Depot / WFP 20. UNICEF - UN Children’s Fund 21. UNPD - UN Procurement Division 22. Americares 23. OFDA - USAID’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance 24. Konektid International 25. UNOPS - UN Office for Project Services 26. IOM - International Organization for Migration 27. Save the Children 28. World Vision LAC 29. Action Against Hunger 30. HIAS 31. NetHope 32. GVF 33. Haiti Directorate of Civil Protection (DPC); Ministry of Interior 34. Haiti Ministry of Public Health & Population 35. GNDR - Global Network of Civil Society Organisation for Disaster Reduction 36. GSC - Global Shelter Cluster 37. Field Ready 38. GCF - Green Climate Fund 39. CARICHAM - Network of Caribbean Chambers of Commerce 40. Geeks Without Frontiers

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