54th Governor’s Homeland Security and Emergency

Management Conference February 12-14, 2019

DAY 1 - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 7 A.M. Registration Desk Opens 8 A.M. Welcome Joe KELLY, Director Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Homeland Security and Emergency Management Director Kelly will facilitate a discussion on the National Flood Insurance Program.

9 A.M. BREAK 9:30 A.M. Keynote Address Resiliency And Event Management Peri ROGOWSKI, State Planning Director Indiana Department of Homeland Security

Home to the Indianapolis 500, Indiana knows how to put on a successful and safe event. Rogowski will discuss Indiana’s focus on partnerships, best practices and situational awareness as they relate to resiliency and event management. She will also discuss the SEAR methodology and working with other agencies to account for SEAR events.

10:30 A.M. BREAK: VENDOR QUEST 10:45 A.M. General Session Fentanyl and Carfentanyl in Minnesota Brian MARQUART, Statewide Gang and Drug Coordinator Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Office of Justice Programs

Drug trends are shifting in Minnesota and that means responses are changing as well. Fentanyl and carfentanyl (along with other drug trends) have transformed the way we do our jobs. Brian Marquart will discuss the impact they have on responders. We’ll review the proper procedures, talk best practices, examine the “what ifs”, and discuss future drug trends in Minnesota and nationwide that could have emergency managers revising their all-hazards emergency response plans.

12 P.M. LUNCHEON BREAKOUT SESSIONS

1 - 2 P.M. U.S. Drug Epidemic: A Poison Center’s Perspective

This session will identify the drug of abuse problem nationally and in Minnesota. We will also discuss how Poison Control can be a resource for preparedness, response & epidemiology of this problem. Presenter: Kirk HUGHES, Poison Specialist Hennepin County Medical Center, Poison Center

Engaging Our Diverse Communities

This session will provide an update on demographics of new as well as established refugee and immigrant communities in Minnesota—including a look at numbers, languages, etc. Participants will also learn how to reach immigrants and refugees through their media-overview and strategies This session will include a discussion with media partners serving specific immigrant/refugee communities Presenters:

Danushka WANDURAGALA, International Health Coordinator Mimi MOHAMUD, International Health Communications and Engagement Planner Minnesota Department of Health Planning for Animal Issues in Disasters

Whether it is convenient for us as emergency managers or not, many incidents have animal issues that complicate our response activities. We will discuss how some of these can be addressed ahead of time. Presenter: Ty VANNIEUWENHOVEN, Consultant, Trainer and Chief of Plans and Engagement US Army Reserve

Developing Effective Presentations For Emergency Management Operations

This course will help participants learn how to create and deliver effective presentations. We’ll identify audience needs and how to best meet those needs while creating a presentation that will be memorable for all the RIGHT reasons. It will cover how people learn, what visual elements to use or avoid, and how to effectively deliver a message that makes a lasting impression. Going beyond what needs to change and diving into why making those changes will benefit the retention rate of those in the audience. Tips will also be given for presenting in front of formal groups like elected officials, as well as speaking to the media.

Presenter: Becki WHITE, Assistant Fire Chief Eden Prairie Fire Department

Rock On! Interdisciplinary Teams Protecting Nachos At A Concert Near You

Go team! Rock On! Each year, sporting events and large entertainment events generate $40 billion. Thousands of celebrations and festivals are held in our hometowns. These events may serve as an attractive target due to the large crowds and iconic venue or event visibility. Food is often a signature aspect of these events and something event goers look forward to. This session will present an overview of food defense history, how public health incorporates food defense and safety into their preparedness, where and how law enforcement gets involved, and share lessons from exercising and responses to food adulteration in large venues. Presenters: Amy KIRCHER, Director Food Protection and Defense Institute Daniel HUFF, Director of Environmental Health Minneapolis Health Department Fred STEPHENS, WMD Special Agent Federal Bureau of Investigation Jillian BAGLEY, Exercise and Training Planner Minnesota Department of Health, Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response

Diving Into The World Of Threat Assessment: What Does This Mean To Emergency Managers?

It is hard to go by a week without news about an act of violence that is perpetrated in a school or workplace. Because of these acts, there is a great deal of energy focusing on a board range of models designed to react to these events and some to prevent the acts of violence. Much of the focus has been on physical security and hostile event responses to mitigate injury and death. An essential element of violence prevention that is not typically discussed and misunderstood is the powerful tool of Behavioral Threat Assessment. Our session will engage in understanding the vast world of threat assessment and how it applies to a multi-discipline, collaborative approach to threat mitigation and response. Where the focus is stopping violence before it happens and in many cases getting people the help they desperately need. Emergency managers, governmental entities, schools, private sector and local public safety partners will enrich their understanding of critical partnership in the process of understanding threat and violence prevention collaboration strategies. Presenter:

Jonathan BUNDT, Founder and CEO Masa Consulting

Safety and Crisis Planning For Schools And Communities Without Local Law Enforcement

School safety is a complex and critically important duty requiring a multi-faceted balanced approach. It necessitates the engagement of the school and extended community. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from Minnesota agencies and schools who are implementing creative multi-discipline approaches and initiatives related to school safety and student success.

Presenters: Randy BRUER, Superintendent Win-E-Mac Public Schools James TADMAN, Chief Deputy Polk County Sheriff’s Office Tara BESCH, Health Educator Koochiching County Public Health Willi KOSTIUK, Emergency Management Coordinator Koochiching County Sheriff’s Office Mike KLUN, Network Administrator Chisago Lakes School District

Top 20 Thinking: How Our Thinking Governs Our Experience

This session focuses on becoming aware of our thinking so we know when it is working and when it is not working. It explores (1) the conditions that come up in our life that invite us to Bottom 80 thinking, (2) indicators telling us when our thinking is not working in our best interest, (3) how to handle Bottom 80 thinking experiences with more grace and dignity and (4) how to trampoline back to Top 20 thinking. Presenter:

Paul BERNABEI, Director Top 20 Training Public Safety Communication Technology For Emergency And Disaster Response

When a large-scale emergency or disaster impacts your community, it can be extremely challenging to provide accurate and timely alert and warning information to the public and ensure that emergency responders from different disciplines, agencies, and jurisdictions are able to communicate effectively. This session will provide participants with an overview of the public safety communications technology (voice and data) that is available to support emergency and disaster response efforts. The discussion will also include a review of the public safety communication governance structure at the state and regional levels as well as recommendations and best practices for incorporating the use of this technology into a jurisdiction’s emergency operations plan and training and exercise program. Presenters:

Marcus BRUNING, Regional Interoperability Coordinator Steve TAIT, Regional Interoperability Coordinator Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Emergency Communication Networks

Meeker McLeod Bus Crash Exercise: Lessons Learned

On September 25, 2018, a full scale exercise was conducted that involved three vehicles, involving two school buses. This exercise was coordinated by Meeker County Emergency Management, McLeod County Emergency Management, and the Litchfield Rescue Squad. There were over 100 responders that attended to the 40 “victims” and involved over 20 participating agencies. This exercise involved not only the two counties, but two different state patrol districts, and two different radio regions. This full scale exercise was preceded by a tabletop exercise in February 2018. A planning team was formed early on and meetings took place over the year prior to the full scale exercise taking place. Presenters: Kevin MATTHEWS, Emergency Management Director McLeod County Emergency Management Stephanie JOHNSON, Emergency Management Deputy Director Meeker County Emergency Management Jess JENSRUD, Litchfield Rescue Squad

2 - 2:15 P.M. BREAK: VENDOR QUEST BREAKOUT SESSIONS 2:15 - 3:15 P.M. HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response: Comfort In Times Of Crisis

HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response canines are working dogs that have been specially trained to work with a wide variety of public and private agencies and to provide comfort and encouragement to individuals affected by crises and disasters. The teams work closely to support crisis response teams and respond to a wide variety of incidents: school deaths, MARCs, EOCs, ICPs, disaster shelters, and any other post-traumatic situation where they can support the ongoing recovery process. Presenter:

Laura ROBERTS FRUCI, Minnesota State Coordinator HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response Engaging Our Diverse Communities

This session will provide an update on demographics of new as well as established refugee and immigrant communities in Minnesota—including a look at numbers, languages, etc. Participants will also learn how to reach immigrants and refugees through their media-overview and strategies This session will include a discussion with media partners serving specific immigrant/refugee communities Presenters:

Danushka WANDURAGALA, International Health Coordinator Mimi MOHAMUD, International Health Communications and Engagement Planner Minnesota Department of Health

Planning for Animal Issues in Disasters

Whether it is convenient for us as emergency managers or not, many incidents have animal issues that complicate our response activities. We will discuss how some of these can be addressed ahead of time. Presenter: Ty VANNIEUWENHOVEN, Consultant, Trainer and Chief of Plans and Engagement US Army Reserve

Comprehensive LTE Public Safety Interoperability

A description of comprehensive LTE Public Safety interoperability. Speakers will provide a brief history of the FirstNet legislative process and Verizon's commitment to supporting Public Safety broadband communications. Presenters:

Robert LeGRANDE, CEO/Founder Col. Kenneth MORCKEL (Ret.), Director and TDD Public Safety Team The Digital Decision Rock On! Interdisciplinary Teams Protecting Nachos At A Concert Near You

Go team! Rock On! Each year, sporting events and large entertainment events generate $40 billion. Additionally, thousands of celebrations and festivals are held in our hometowns. These events may serve as an attractive target due to the large crowds and iconic venue or event visibility. Food is often a signature aspect of these events and something event goers look forward to. To protect the food supply from intentional adulteration in our entertainment venues, we need to ensure we are collectively prepared and trained across disciplines. This session will present an overview of food defense history, how public health incorporates food defense and safety into their preparedness, where and how law enforcement gets involved, and share lessons from exercising and responses to food adulteration in large venues. Presenters: Amy KIRCHER, Director Food Protection and Defense Institute Daniel HUFF, Director of Environmental Health Minneapolis Health Department Fred STEPHENS, WMD Special Agent Federal Bureau of Investigation Jillian BAGLEY, Exercise and Training Planner Minnesota Department of Health, Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response

FBI Victim Assistance

The Victim Services Division (VSD) is responsible for ensuring that victims of crimes investigated by the FBI are afforded the opportunity to receive the services and notification as required by federal law and the Attorney General Guidelines on Victim and Witness Assistance. The VSD is responsible for providing training and information that helps to equip FBI agents and other FBI personnel to work effectively with victims. The Terrorism and Special Jurisdictions program provides emergency assistance to injured victims and families of victims murdered in terrorist attacks within the U.S. and outside the country and serves as a permanent point-of-contact for terrorism victims within the FBI. Presenters: Lauren SCHMITZ, Victim Specialist Lisa SMITH, Victim Specialist

Federal Bureau of Investigations- Minneapolis Safety and Crisis Planning For Schools And Communities Without Local Law Enforcement

School safety is a complex and critically important duty requiring a multi-faceted balanced approach. It necessitates the engagement of the school and extended community. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from Minnesota agencies and schools who are implementing creative multi-discipline approaches and initiatives related to school safety and student success.

Presenters: Randy BRUER, Superintendent Win-E-Mac Public Schools James TADMAN, Chief Deputy Polk County Sheriff’s Office Tara BESCH, Health Educator Koochiching County Public Health Willi KOSTIUK, Emergency Management Coordinator Koochiching County Sheriff’s Office Mike KLUN, Network Administrator Chisago Lakes School District

Knowing How To See Things Differently: The Frame

The Frame helps us understand why we are getting the results we are getting out of life. The session examines (1) the tendency we have to blame others when we are not getting the results we desire, (2) how our 'need to be right' activates blame, (3) how curiosity helps us to get better results, and (4) what we can do to see more or differently. Presenter:

Paul BERNABEI, Director Top 20 Training

Meeker McLeod Bus Crash Exercise: Lessons Learned

On September 25, 2018, a full scale exercise was conducted that involved three vehicles, involving two school buses. This exercise was coordinated by Meeker County Emergency Management, McLeod County Emergency Management, and the Litchfield Rescue Squad. There were over 100 responders that attended to the 40 “victims” and involved over 20 participating agencies. This exercise involved not only the two counties, but two different state patrol districts, and two different radio regions. This full scale exercise was preceded by a tabletop exercise in February 2018. A planning team was formed early on and meetings took place over the year prior to the full scale exercise taking place. Presenters: Kevin MATTHEWS, Emergency Management Director McLeod County Emergency Management Stephanie JOHNSON, Emergency Management Deputy Director Meeker County Emergency Management Jess JENSRUD, Litchfield Rescue Squad

Partnering To Expand Property Damage Reporting In A Disaster

Connecting people in need with local resources is a critical part of the United Way mission. This session will focus on leverage that existing call center infrastructure to back up your local disaster response. HSEM and United Way 2-1-1 have developed a partnership to expand your local capacity and share information efficiently. Learn how your jurisdiction can benefit from this program. Presenter:

Julie OGUNLEYE, Program Officer Greater Twin Cities United Way

3:15 - 3:45 P.M. BREAK: VENDOR QUEST BREAKOUT SESSIONS 3:45 - 4:45 P.M. HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response: Comfort In Times Of Crisis

HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response canines are working dogs that have been specially trained to work with a wide variety of public and private agencies and to provide comfort and encouragement to individuals affected by crises and disasters. The teams work closely to support crisis response teams and respond to a wide variety of incidents: school deaths, MARCs, EOCs, ICPs, disaster shelters, and any other post-traumatic situation where they can support the ongoing recovery process. Presenter:

Laura ROBERTS FRUCI, Minnesota State Coordinator HOPE Animal-Assisted Crisis Response

Understanding Autism And Practice Strategies For Communicating Expectations

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex, lifelong developmental disability that affects essential human behaviors such as social interaction, the ability to communicate ideas and feelings, imagination, self-regulation, and the ability to establish relationships with others. Presenter: Lucas SCOTT, Education Specialist Autism Society of Minnesota

EMAC Deployments: Lessons Learned

Responders will share lessons learned and best practices for when out of jurisdiction resources are supporting your incident. Speakers will included deployed personnel from the East Zone rift lava flow event in Hawaii and the Merrimack Valley gas explosion in Massachusetts. Jacob will be joined by several other presenters who can share best practices following their EMAC missions in 2018.

Presenter:

Jacob BEAUREGARD, Logistics and EMAC Coordinator Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Comprehensive LTE Public Safety Interoperability

A description of comprehensive LTE Public Safety interoperability. Speakers will provide a brief history of the FirstNet legislative process and Verizon's commitment to supporting Public Safety broadband communications. Presenters:

Robert LeGRANDE, CEO/Founder Col. Kenneth MORCKEL (Ret.), Director and TDD Public Safety Team The Digital Decision GETS And WPA: Why You Need It!

Got GETS and WPA? If you don't have this...let me tell you why YOU need it. These Department of Homeland Security services allow you to communicate on your landline or cellular device when nobody else can. If you need to communicate by phone with your agency personnel during a disaster, then this service is something you will need. Presenter: Brad WINGER, Communications and State Warning Officer Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Homeland Security and Emergency Management

FBI Victim Assistance

The Victim Services Division (VSD) is responsible for ensuring that victims of crimes investigated by the FBI are afforded the opportunity to receive the services and notification as required by federal law and the Attorney General Guidelines on Victim and Witness Assistance. The VSD is responsible for providing training and information that helps to equip FBI agents and other FBI personnel to work effectively with victims. The Terrorism and Special Jurisdictions program provides emergency assistance to injured victims and families of victims murdered in terrorist attacks within the U.S. and outside the country and serves as a permanent point-of-contact for terrorism victims within the FBI. Presenters: Lauren SCHMITZ, Victim Specialist Lisa SMITH, Victim Specialist

Federal Bureau of Investigations- Minneapolis Hazmat: The First Hour

This course provides the participant the basic knowledge, understanding and safety precautions when responding to a hazardous materials incident. In the course we will also discuss the “white powder” (e.g.: fentanyl and carfentanyl) and chemically assisted suicide safety precautions. The course will discuss MN State teams (chemical assessment teams, emergency response teams, task force 1, Bomb squads, and 55th civil support team) and the process to request a team. Presenters: John KREUSER, Hazardous Materials Response Planner Rick LUTH, State Emergency Response Teams Coordinator Bob BERG, Hazardous Materials Responder Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Creating An Effective And Healthy Workplace Culture

The workplace culture has a major impact on the potential of people who work together. This session presents four components of a Top 20 culture that create safety and trust and explode the group’s potential: (1) help others succeed, (2) communicate ‘you matter,’ (3) honor the absent, and (4) see the problem, own the problem. It also presents a tool for assessing the degree to which these components exist in a culture.

Presenter:

Paul BERNABEI, Director Top 20 Training Regional Transportation Management Center And Its Role In Emergencies

Located in Roseville, the Regional Transportation Management Center (RTMC) is where State Patrol, MnDOT Maintenance, and MnDOT Freeway Operations work together to quickly detect, respond to and remove incidents off of our freeway systems. This work is essential to maximize the efficiency of our roads. This presentation highlights the role the RTMC would play in an emergency or disaster. Presenter:

Brian KARY, Director of Traffic Operations Minnesota Department of Transportation, Regional Transportation Management Center

Partnering To Expand Property Damage Reporting In A Disaster

Connecting people in need with local resources is a critical part of the United Way mission. This session will focus on leverage that existing call center infrastructure to back up your local disaster response. HSEM and United Way 2-1-1 have developed a partnership to expand your local capacity and share information efficiently. Learn how your jurisdiction can benefit from this program. Presenter:

Julie OGUNLEYE, Program Officer Greater Twin Cities United Way

DAY 2 – WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 7 A.M. Registration Desk Opens 8 A.M. General Address Director Joe KELLY, Homeland Security and Emergency Management Commissioner John HARRINGTON, Minnesota Department of Public Safety Administrator James JOSEPH, FEMA Region V

9:30 A.M. BREAK: VENDOR QUEST

10 A.M. Keynote Address Team Health Sue HAWKES, Author, Certified Coach and Keynote Speaker Say YESS!

You’ve read it many times before: Successful companies are built by great teams who create strong cultures of excellence. But if teamwork is so important, then why are there so many average and dysfunctional teams? Great teams don’t just happen. They're built on strengthening relationships between team members – one day, one interaction at a time. Explore five common team dysfunctions and ways to effectively resolve them. Sue will identify the five components of healthy teams, and share practices that participants can use immediately with their own teams to build team health. The components are:

1. Trust 2. Healthy Conflict 3. Commitment 4. Accountability 5. Attention to Results

Sue shares how each component is built on the previous and how to strengthen them to create an unstoppable team.

11:30 A.M. BREAK: VENDOR QUEST 12 – 1 P.M. LUNCHEON 12 – 1 P.M. DIRECTOR’S FORUM (LUNCH IN GARDEN CITY)

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

1:15 – 2:15 P.M. Working With Faith Based Communities

This session will be an overarching perspective on how faith based organizations have found the need to collaborate with local emergency managers and law enforcement to develop and share plans and response activities. Ideas and examples will be shared on how to create this teamwork approach and how to establish and maintain open lines of communication. Students will learn about the various faith based organizations that have experienced higher levels of threats. Students will learn how to create solid relationships with faith based organizations. Students will be given examples and ideas on programs and services that could be offered to or taken from faith based organizations. Presenters: Dan PLEKKENPOL, Director of Community Security Anthony SUSSMAN, Director of Communications Jewish Community Relations Council

GETS And WPA: Why You Need It!

Got GETS and WPA? If you don't have this...let me tell you why YOU need it. These Department of Homeland Security services allow you to communicate on your landline or cellular device when nobody else can. If you need to communicate by phone with your agency personnel during a disaster, then this service is something you will need. Presenter: Brad WINGER, Communications and State Warning Officer Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Mentoring Women In The Workplace

As the workforce continues to change and more women are becoming a part of our workforce and leadership teams, the way of doing business also needs to change. This includes how women are mentored and how employees interact with and work together. In this workshop, Sue shares how to:

1. Build trust within teams by sharing experiences and perspectives in a vulnerable way. 2. Tools to make sure all voices and perspectives are heard during meetings and decision-

making. 3. Learn the unique roles and pressures women face in the workforce, so that male

colleagues can learn and assist in creating change. 4. How to create a mentorship relationship that is beneficial to both the mentor and mentee,

especially when they are not the same gender. 5. Tools for retaining female employees and keeping them engaged.

Presenter: Sue HAWKES, Author, Certified Coach and Keynote Speaker Say YESS!

Medical Examiners During A Disaster

Learn about the role of the Medical Examiner during a disaster. Presenters: Shawn J. WILSON, Medical Examiner Operations Manager Hennepin County Medical Examiner Chad OSTLUND, Business Continuity Coordinator Minnesota Department of Health

Family Assistance Centers And Self Care For Responders

Effective family assistance centers can speed the recovery process for those affected by a disaster. The family assistance centers provide resources and direct communication with those who have been impacted by the event but can also be taxing for staff. This session will cover things to consider when setting up a family assistance center including how to care for the needs of those staffing the center. Presenter: Jennifer KOEHN, Senior Planning Analyst Hennepin County Public Health

Family Assistance Centers 101: Not My Plan, But It Is YOUR Problem

Family Assistance Centers (FAC) tend to be a jurisdictions "hot potato," often getting passed from department to department with no one quite sure who the lead agency is during a response. If a FAC opens in your jurisdiction it is everyone's problem. This session will share real world examples of mistakes not to make in a response and how to better prepare your community. Presenter: Angela EASTMAN, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Washington County

Responding To The Unthinkable: Leadership Lessons Learned During And After The Recovery Of A School Explosion

On August 2nd, 2017, a gas explosion at Minnehaha Academy's Upper school destroyed the building and claimed the lives of two Minnehaha staff members. One month later the Upper school opened its doors and welcomed students to a temporary facility that required a design/build process and a lot of good people making quick decisions. Upper school Principal Jason Wenschlag will share lessons learned from the initial recovery and transition, as well as what has transpired since that time. Presenter: Jason WENSCHLAG, Upper School Principal Minnehaha Academy

Social Media Workshop: Putting Tactics To Practice

This workshop is designed for participants who have previously attended a "Social Media Strategy in an Emergency Management World" breakout session. However, those with an adequate working knowledge of social media are also welcome. You've already learned that social media is the quickest way to reach a large audience in an emergency. You've been introduced to different platforms and strategies. We've talked about what works and what doesn't. Now let's put it all to practice! Using hypothetical emergency scenarios, participants will work in small groups to determine the best social media strategies and tactics to use to get the right information to the right people at the right time. This workshop is a learning lab. Active engagement is required. Presenter: Amber SCHINDELDECKER, Public Information Officer Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Office of Communications

After The Storm: A Recovery Exercise

This session is an overview of Operation Fairfield, a full-scale recovery exercise held in Scott County in 2018. The session will cover methodology in choosing the scenario, the footwork of putting the planning team together, securing an exercise location, obtaining resources, and giving a full-scale exercise involving debris management, damage assessment, and pet sheltering. Presenter: Ron HOLBECK, Deputy Emergency Management Director Scott County Sheriff’s Office

2:15 – 2:30 P.M. BREAK: VENDOR QUEST 2:30 – 3 P.M. Governor Tim Walz Governor Tim WALZ, State of Minnesota BREAKOUT SESSIONS

3 – 4 P.M. Working With Faith Based Communities

This session will be an overarching perspective on how faith based organizations have found the need to collaborate with local emergency managers and law enforcement to develop and share plans and response activities. Ideas and examples will be shared on how to create this teamwork approach and how to establish and maintain open lines of communication. Students will learn about the various faith based organizations that have experienced higher levels of threats. Students will learn how to create solid relationships with faith based organizations. Students will be given examples and ideas on programs and services that could be offered to or taken from faith based organizations. Presenters: Dan PLEKKENPOL, Director of Community Security Anthony SUSSMAN, Director of Communications Jewish Community Relations Council

Minnesota Climate Change Projection Profiles For Hazard Mitigation

Minnesota is experiencing an increase in the number and strength of weather-related natural disasters. Emergency management professionals are on the front-lines of responding, but often lack access to and understanding of climate trend data to help plan for and minimize the risks of impacts from extreme weather events. As a way to help planners and decision-makers in emergency management and related fields understand regional climate trends, the Minnesota Climate & Health Program developed climate and health data profiles tailored to each of the six Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) regions across the state. During this session, participants will learn about the regional profiles and how the climate & population projection data provided can be used to help Emergency Managers and local-level communities to develop more robust hazard mitigation plans and strategic actions that support community resiliency and long-term vulnerability reduction. Presenters: Bonnie K. HUNDRIESER, Emergency Management Planning Consultant Hundrieser Consulting Brenda O. HOPPE, PhD, Research Scientist Minnesota Department of Health, Minnesota Climate Health Program

Stacey STARK, Director Geospatial Analysis Center, University of Minnesota Duluth

Effective Communication Styles 101

The difference in people’s communication style creates unintended misunderstandings, leading to unresolved conflict & compromised performance. Learn how to prevent stress and reduce conflict through effective communication. Do this by: 1. Learning about the four different communication styles and how to identify them. 2. Attendees determine their style and work in groups to discuss their strengths and areas for

improvement. 3. Facilitated dialogue between styles about how to communicate and work together more

effectively. Emphasis on concrete tools and actions that create smooth communication. 4. Attendees learn how each style prefers to communicate, and then learns how to

communicate in that preferred style. Learn how to communicate in the way your listener wants, not your default way of communicating.

Presenter: Sue HAWKES, Author, Certified Coach and Keynote Speaker Say YESS!

Medical Examiners During A Disaster

Learn about the role of the Medical Examiner during a disaster. Presenters: Shawn J. WILSON, Medical Examiner Operations Manager Hennepin County Medical Examiner Chad OSTLUND, Business Continuity Coordinator Minnesota Department of Health

Family Assistance Centers And Self Care For Responders

Effective family assistance centers can speed the recovery process for those affected by a disaster. The family assistance centers provide resources and direct communication with those who have been impacted by the event but can also be taxing for staff. This session will cover things to consider when setting up a family assistance center including how to care for the needs of those staffing the center. Presenter: Jennifer KOEHN, Senior Planning Analyst Hennepin County Public Health

Psychological First Aid At Home And In The Field

Many of us have taken Psychological First Aid (PFA) and realize how this evidence-informed approach can assist people in the immediate aftermath of a disaster. This presentation will briefly re-visit the concepts of PFA, but will make it relevant for professionals who work in the field and respond to emergencies. Concepts can be applied both at home and at work and will include take home tool kits and resources. Presenter: Angela EASTMAN, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Washington County

EMAC Deployments: Lessons Learned

Responders will share lessons learned and best practices for when out of jurisdiction resources are supporting your incident. Speakers will included deployed personnel from the East Zone rift lava flow event in Hawaii and the Merrimack Valley gas explosion in Massachusetts. Jacob will be joined by several other presenters who can share best practices following their EMAC missions in 2018.

Presenter:

Jacob BEAUREGARD, Logistics and EMAC Coordinator Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Responding To The Unthinkable: Leadership Lessons Learned During And After The Recovery Of A School Explosion

On August 2nd, 2017, a gas explosion at Minnehaha Academy's Upper school destroyed the building and claimed the lives of two Minnehaha staff members. One month later the Upper school opened its doors and welcomed students to a temporary facility that required a design/build process and a lot of good people making quick decisions. Upper school Principal Jason Wenschlag will share lessons learned from the initial recovery and transition, as well as what has transpired since that time. Presenters: Jason WENSCHLAG, Upper School Principal Minnehaha Academy

After The Storm: A Recovery Exercise

This session is an overview of Operation Fairfield, a full-scale recovery exercise held in Scott County in 2018. The session will cover methodology in choosing the scenario, the footwork of putting the planning team together, securing an exercise location, obtaining resources, and giving a full-scale exercise involving debris management, damage assessment, and pet sheltering. Presenter: Ron HOLBECK, Deputy Emergency Management Director Scott County Sheriff’s Office

Social Media Workshop: Putting Tactics To Practice

This workshop is designed for participants who have previously attended a "Social Media Strategy in an Emergency Management World" breakout session. However, those with an adequate working knowledge of social media are also welcome. You've already learned that social media is the quickest way to reach a large audience in an emergency. You've been introduced to different platforms and strategies. We've talked about what works and what doesn't. Now let's put it all to practice! Using hypothetical emergency scenarios, participants will work in small groups to determine the best social media strategies and tactics to use to get the right information to the right people at the right time. This workshop is a learning lab. Active engagement is required. Presenter: Amber SCHINDELDECKER, Public Information Officer Minnesota Department of Public Safety- Office of Communications

DAY 3 – THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14 7 A.M. Registration Desk Opens 8 A.M. AWA R DS BR EAK F AS T Director Joe KELLY, Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Emergency Management Training Certificates HSEM Awards HSEM Awards of Excellence Vendor Quest Drawing

9:15 – 9:30 A.M. BREAK 9:30 – 11 A.M. General Address

Susan BROWER, Minnesota State Demographer Barret LANE, AMEM President Update Chief Meteorologist Dan LUNA, Twin Cities National Weather Service Director Dana WAHLBERG, Emergency Communication Networks REGIONAL BEST IN SHOW

11 A.M. CLOSING REMARKS

D I RE C T I O NS T O E A R L E B R O W N H E RI T A G E C EN T ER 6155 Earle Brown Dr.

Brooklyn Center, MN 55430

From The East I-94W/I-694W to Shingle Creek Parkway. Take exit 34. Turn right at the stoplight onto Shingle Creek Parkway. Turn left onto Summit Drive N. (1 block). Turn left onto Earle Brown Drive (1 block). From The West I-94E to Shingle Creek Parkway. Take exit 34. Turn left at the stoplight onto Shingle Creek Parkway. Turn left onto Summit Drive N. (1 block). Turn left onto Earle Brown Drive (1 block).

From The North or South I-494 to I-94E or, I-35W N or S to I-94/I-694 W and follow the above directions. POST CREDITS:

Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST Board) continuing education credits approval is pending for this conference.