# Event Details - **Event Name**: Building a Resilient Florida Summit by News Service of Florida - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am – Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Advancing Resilience, Readiness and Recovery in FloridaAbout this EventFlorida is strengthening emergency preparedness, disaster response, data security, and infrastructure protection. The Building a Resilient Florida Summit addresses how the state is improving early warnings, evacuation planning, and public awareness for natural disasters, while securing critical systems like power, water, transportation, and communications. Working with federal, local, and private partners, these efforts aim to build a more resilient and secure state.8:30 AM Doors Open + Check-in + Networking9:30 AM Emcee Welcome9:35 AM Keynote Remarks Eddy Bouza, Chief Resilience Officer, State of Florida10:00 AM Resilient Infrastructure & Environmental ProtectionFlorida’s priorities include coastal resilience, disaster preparedness, water management, and environmental conservation. Discussions focus on how Florida is strengthening infrastructure against extreme weather, drawing lessons from Hurricane Ian. Speakers will explore flood control systems, storm-resistant construction, and the role of natural barriers such as the Everglades. The conversation also touches on protecting ecosystems while adapting to climate pressures.Jessica Beach, Chief Resilience Officer, City of St. AugustineCarley Fitzgerald, GIS Manager, Highlands County Board of County CommissionersCara Woods Serra, Planning Director/Deputy Executive Director, Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council11:00 AM Policy Priorities for Smart Growth, Transportation & Infrastructure InvestmentPanelists will explore strategies to align land use with transportation, reduce congestion, and invest in resilient infrastructure that can withstand environmental challenges. The conversation will highlight policy priorities, funding approaches, and collaborative efforts shaping Florida’s development, with an emphasis on transportation systems, smart city technology, and building modernization. The session also addresses funding strategies, policy decisions, and public-private partnerships that enable large-scale projects.Corey F. Knight, Director of Public Works, City of OrlandoBach McClure, Stormwater Program Administrator, Brevard County Natural Resources Management Department12:00PM Sessions ConcludesRefund PolicyAll cancellation requests must be made in writing and sent via email to events@newsserviceflorida.com before the event date.Cancellations received in writing more than 14 days before the event date are entitled to a full refund, minus a $20 processing fee per canceled ticket. All refunds will be issued to the original method of payment.Cancellations (early bird, standard, special group registrations) received in writing 13 days or less before the event date will not be eligible for a refund.Substitutions (i.e. ticket transfers) are allowed by individuals within the same organization, before the event or onsite. Badge swapping/sharing is strictly prohibited.Refunds are not eligible for registrants who do not attend the event (“no show”) and do not provide a written cancellation in advance of the event date.If an event is canceled or postponed, refunds will offered for the entire purchaseEventbrite fees or any fees associated with a third party registration system, may not be available for a refund. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/orlando/building-a-resilient-florida-summit-by-news-service-of-florida/100001990999282450 - **Event Categories**: business, art, fine-arts, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: The Celeste Hotel, Orlando, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 30.37, max: 87.2, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Orlando - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: The Celeste Hotel, Orlando, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel - **lat**: 28.5991185 - **long**: -81.2070288 - **full address**: The Celeste Hotel, Orlando, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Building a Resilient Florida Summit by News Service of Florida - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/6cef58de85d4dd76fcc1cd993a8a54699a4b724fb12893181fd0ffb037bac889-rimg-w1200-h550-dce6a665-gmir.png?v=1780810805 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Building a Resilient Florida Summit by News Service of Florida being held? - **A:** Building a Resilient Florida Summit by News Service of Florida takes place on Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am to Thu, 17 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm at The Celeste Hotel, Orlando, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Building a Resilient Florida Summit by News Service of Florida? - **A:** Building a Resilient Florida Summit by News Service of Florida is organized by City & State FL. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Building a Resilient Florida Summit by News Service of Florida is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Orlando, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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