Wharton Risk Management and Decision Processes Center

11:15-12:15 Introduction to Small Group Discussions: Paul Kleindorfer Howard Kunreuther Since September 11 there has been considerable discussion as to how to address extreme events by combining privatepublic partnerships. We will discuss the appropriate roles of both sectors in the context of specific problems that the Risk Center is now currently engaged in. To explore the theme of the day, and as a prelude to the Small Group Discussions, this introductory discussion will focus on Advisory Committee members’ views on the challenges associated with developing effective programs for addressing extreme events.