Some of those lessons were discussed at a special session at ICSC's Fall Conference held in Chicago during the past week, and speakers spoke with GSR Ticket before the event about strategies for dealing with such ovents.
"Last year was unprecedented for disaster," said panel moderator Julie Jones, first vice president of management, operations and capital deployment of General Growth Properties. The Chicago-based company owns Riverwalk Marketplace in New Orleans and nearby Oakwood Center. "We know the key is being well-positioned for any disaster."
Fortunately, none of the panelists lost personnel in the various storms. But transportation, communication and security were key issues, despite massive preparations by all involved that have become standard. CBL & Associates Properties even has gone to the point of wrapping rooftop HVAC units to keep panels from flying away during a storm, and has ensured that its staff has trained for any possible disaster.
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