Phil Klotzbach is a Senior Research Scientist in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University (CSU). He received his Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science from CSU in 2007 and has worked in the Department of Atmospheric Science for the past 23 years. He was co-author on the Atlantic basin hurricane forecasts with Dr. William Gray through 2005. He became first author on the seasonal hurricane forecasts in 2006. Klotzbach developed the two-week forecasts currently being issued during the peak months of the hurricane season. He has authored over 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of Climate and Weather and Forecasting.
Klotzbach graduated from Bridgewater State College with a BS degree in Geography in 1999. After receiving his Masters degree from CSU in 2002, Klotzbach thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine (2100+ miles). He has also climbed all 54 14,000-foot peaks in Colorado and has completed nine marathons and six ultra-marathons.
Wednesday, May 15, 8:30 AM | GENERAL SESSION
Preparing for Nature's Fury – Strategic Imperatives for Business and Insurance Resilience
Join us for a captivating presentation with Dr. Phil Klotzbach, a leading expert in tropical forecasting at Colorado State University. In a world of unpredictable climate, businesses are compelled to prioritize strategic preparedness for severe weather.
Gather insights on climate science and the forthcoming 2024 Atlantic hurricane season and its potential impacts on the insurance industry. Also highlighted will be the increasing vulnerability of areas prone to severe weather. From the critical role of preparedness during hurricanes, to the surprising influence of air conditioning on population distribution, this session promises a concise exploration of the nexus between severe weather, business resilience, and the evolving landscape of risk management.