Mr. Abhilash Panda has 16yr of experience in international development, humanitarian response, climate and disaster resilience at the UN. As the Deputy Chief for Intergovernmental processes, Partnerships Branch and the Head for Infrastructure Resilience he oversees UNDRR’s engagement in the areas of risk informed investment and sustainability of infrastructure globally. He joined the UN in 2004 with the UNDP, India coordinating the national emergency communication plan and coordinating the post disaster recovery and rehabilitation following the Indian Ocean Tsunami. Since then, he has served in various capacities, in Iran, South East Asia, as the global head for Urban Risk Reduction and Resilience including the UN’s Campaign on Making Cities Resilient. Abhilash holds a Master’s in Business Administration and Bachelors in Electronics Engineering. He has authored many publications and peer reviewed articles. Abhilash also serves on the board of two ISO committee and the IJDRBE journal.