Speaker
Speaker
Ms. Janelle Kellman
Founder & CEO Center for Sea Rise Solutions
Janelle Kellman is an action-oriented dynamic leader with a track record of success. She served as Mayor of Sausalito in 2022 and now sits on the Sausalito City Council. Known for her collaborative approach in handling complex, multi-stakeholder issues, she easily solves challenges spanning climate resilience, housing equity, and economic development. A global climate leader, Janelle founded the Center for Sea Rise Solutions in 2020, addressing coastal resilience, workforce development and ocean health. The nonprofit launched an international blue economy job creation program in partnership with the City and Port of Barcelona, and the World Ocean Council. Janelle holds an undergraduate degree in History from Yale, a master’s in environmental management from Oxford, and a J.D. from Stanford Law. Her impeccable public service track record, visionary leadership, and steadfast commitment to driving positive change make her an ideal candidate for broader political roles - she is currently running for Lieutenant Governor of California 2026.
Speaking at
Thu May 15
1:45 PM — 2:30 PM (GMT-07:00) Mountain Time
Shoring Up the Future: Policies and Plans Advancing Resilience in the Bay Area and Beyond
As rising sea levels and extreme weather events intensify and become more frequent, coastal communities across the U.S. face increasing pressure to adapt swiftly and turn bold ambitions into tangible action. California—home to some of the nation's most at-risk shorelines and pioneering climate policies—has become a testing ground for resilience strategies that could shape the future of coastal adaptation nationwide. Speakers will share firsthand insights from projects that are rewriting the playbook for how coastal communities adapt – including efforts to protect critical transportation networks, explore innovative nature-based solutions, and unlock new funding mechanisms for resilience. Whether you're a policymaker, planner, or practitioner, this session will provide valuable lessons and replicable strategies for building climate resilience—no matter where your coastline is.
Separate ticket required. This session is part of ULI’s Resilience Summit. Purchasing a ticket to ULI’s Resilience Summit provides access to this session and all other ULI Resilience Summit sessions