Construction based Community Education and Outreach

Five years experience as a disaster relief reservist for the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Provided public education regarding new construction and reconstruction practices in disaster areas. Provided information about flood insurance and flood mitigation practices, including construction/mitigation methods associated with other natural hazards like earthquake, wildfire, and tornado. Worked with municipal level government officials to promote the Federal 406 Mitigation program for public and municipal structures.