Michael D Brown
Former Under Secretary of Homeland Security, Director of FEMA, & Talk Show Host
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Michael Brown came to our ‘Floodfighters Conference’ in the UK and immediately engaged with the delegates on the issues that he faced during the “Hurricane Katrina" period.
This major International Conference on the strategic and tactical matters involved in flood and disaster response, at Warwick University, UK, whose audience was predominantly from the First Responder background, HM Government and senior strategic UK managers was highly challenging and eager for information on such a catastrophic event.
Mr. Brown gave a hugely honest direct presentation that delved into the facts surrounding the Hurricane Katrina disaster, which facilitated greater understanding of the events during which the audience warmed and responded to Michael’s clear presentation and style. He didn't move away from either difficult topics or challenging questions, of which there were a high number, in his presentation or answers and handled all the issues with grace, reasoned answers and great warmth and charm.
Many afterwards commented on their new found respect for Mr. Brown to have travelled so far and face such a knowledgeable and professional audience with such aplomb and dignity.
Our audience made it very clearly known that his presentation and presence had truly enriched the whole experience.
Quote: The Floodfighters Conference organisers.
London: Floodfighters Conference
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Former Under Secretary of Homeland Security Author, Deadly Indifference National Security Blog Expert, The National Journal Political Blogger, The Daily Caller Radio Talk Show Host, The Michael Brown Show Founder & Chairman, Apoklayyis, Inc.
Michael Brown served as the first Under Secretary of Homeland Security for President George W. Bush from 2003-2005, Director, Deputy Director and General Counsel, Federal Emergency Management Agency, 2001-2005. At the White House he served on the Consequence Management Committee, comprised of cabinet deputies, following the attacks of 9/11, and headed the White House transition team for Emergency Preparedness & Response, Department of Homeland Security. He also served on the National Security Councils Deputies Committee.
Michael has a unique perspective on homeland security issues, being the only Presidential appointee to have served in a legacy agency (FEMA), the transition team to create DHS, and as an Under Secretary in the newly created cabinet department. National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice and Deputy National Security Advisor Steve Hadley described Michaels participation as particularly critical.
During his tenure in the Bush Administration Michael served as a representative to NATOs Civil Emergency Planning Committee and worked on various matters in Russia, the European Union and its member countries, and Southeast Asia.
As a frequent guest on national television news programs, Michael provides insightful and unique perspectives on issues of national security, crisis management, and politics. He is a blogger on national security issues for The National Journal, and writes on politics for The Daily Caller & The Huffington Post. He has written and served as an expert for publications such as the Homeland Defense Journal, Crisis Response Journal and others.
He is the author of Deadly Indifference: The Perfect (Political) Storm in which he poignantly describes the role of politics in a risk-aversion society facing natural or manmade disasters. He has spoken around the world on issues of homeland security, crisis management and disaster response.
An Oklahoma native, he attended the University of Central Oklahoma, the Oklahoma City University School of Law, and holds a juris doctorate in law. He has taught law school at the Oklahoma City University and University of Denver on legislation, state & local government, and national security.
Michael recently founded a high tech company with several other partners, and now serves as its board chairman. In addition to other public company boards, he serves on the editorial board of Homeland Security Television.
Michael hosts The Michael Brown Show on Clear Channel Communications KOA Radio from Denver, where he is heard in 38 states, Canada, and Mexico.
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Michael Brown came to our ‘Floodfighters Conference’ in the UK and immediately engaged with the delegates on the issues that he faced during the “Hurricane Katrina" period.
This major International Conference on the strategic and tactical matters involved in flood and disaster response, at Warwick University, UK, whose audience was predominantly from the First Responder background, HM Government and senior strategic UK managers was highly challenging and eager for information on such a catastrophic event.
Mr. Brown gave a hugely honest direct presentation that delved into the facts surrounding the Hurricane Katrina disaster, which facilitated greater understanding of the events during which the audience warmed and responded to Michael’s clear presentation and style. He didn't move away from either difficult topics or challenging questions, of which there were a high number, in his presentation or answers and handled all the issues with grace, reasoned answers and great warmth and charm.
Many afterwards commented on their new found respect for Mr. Brown to have travelled so far and face such a knowledgeable and professional audience with such aplomb and dignity.
Our audience made it very clearly known that his presentation and presence had truly enriched the whole experience.
Quote: The Floodfighters Conference organisers.
London: Floodfighters Conference
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Michael Brown's presentation transcended the multiple countries, languages and delegates at this venue. He spoke from the heart and everyone was enthralled with his dedication to help people in need & the fact he was NOT the typical "former federal employee" with a supriority complex. His personality and delivery made for an exciting and robust exchange of ideas. Michael's presence encouraged the delegates to think beyond their finger tip, stretch for new ideas and be willing to learn from past mistakes. His participation in IDER 2006 is still considered THE highlight of all IDER programs. Yes, Michael Brown is a tried and true professional in his field - however he can discuss topics with head's of state and a volunteer ambulance driver and make both feel they are the most important person in the disaster arena. Michael is gifted, talented and has a fantastic message everyone in the Emergency Management field MUST hear!
2006 International Disaster and Emergency Response (IDER) Conference in Rome, Italy
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Michael Brown is a wonderfully likable, engaging and articulate speaker. He has presented in my "Rethinking Hurricane Katrina" Critical Thinking course several times over the course of the past four years. The course is taught through the Environmental Studies department at the University of Colorado, and, as you might imagine, the ideology of many of the students is quite different from that of Mr. Brown. Additionally, this is a sensitive topic, and while we spend much of the semester delving into the facts surrounding the Hurricane Katrina disaster, many students still place a good deal of blame on Mr. Brown's shoulders, particularly before he visits the class. We can't afford to pay a speaker's fee, so what does Mr. Brown gain from these presentations? I think that he is sincerely committed to education and critical thought, because year after year he says 'yes' to my requests. It's clear that he actually enjoys these interactions with students. He doesn't shy away from difficult or uncomfortable topics in his presentations, and he handles challenging questions with grace and reason. Thus, the students come away with a lot of respect for Mr. Brown and find his participation in our class to be a truly enriching experience.
Diana Nemergut
University of Colorado
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Michael, thank you so much for emceeing the Denver Lincoln Day Dinner. You were fabulous and we were thrilled. Thanks again, Michelle Lyng and the Denver GOP.
Denver Lincoln Day Dinner
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Michael Brown was a keynote speaker at one of our annual 2 day
conferences held in Newport, RI. He was one of the best received
speakers we have ever had. He knew his audience and connected with them
immediately. Michael was direct and to the point and was very candid
about lessons learned, the value of communications and the importance of
preparedness.
I would highly recommend Michael Brown top speak to any corporation or
organization.
Christine Glebus
President of the Northeast Disaster Recovery Information X-Change
(NEDRIX)
2nd Annual NEDRIX Conference, Newport, RI
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