Who we are

NorthStar Risk & Resilience is a strategic advisory firm dedicated to helping public and private sector leaders navigate complex disaster risks.

NorthStar Founder & CEO Daniel Kaniewski is a disaster risk and resilience executive with 25+ years at the intersection of government, P&C insurance, and emergency management—delivering innovative solutions that protect lives, infrastructure, and economies. Former FEMA deputy administrator, White House advisor, and U.S. Public Sector Leader at Marsh McLennan, with a proven record of scaling enterprise growth, leading large federal organizations, and shaping national policy.