Strategic advice where disaster risk, public policy, and insurance converge
Northstar helps corporate and public sector leaders turn complex disaster risks into practical strategies, stronger market positions, and more resilient solutions.
Led by former FEMA Deputy Administrator and P&C insurance executive Daniel Kaniewski.
EXPERIENCE FROM THE CABINET TO THE C-SUITE
FORMER FEMA DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR
National leadership in resilience and emergency management.
FORMER MARSH U.S. PUBLIC SECTOR LEADER
Risk, insurance, and public sector advisory experience.
PRESIDENTIAL ADVISOR
White House policy and executive-branch experience.
25+ YEARS
Across government, P&C insurance, and emergency management.
How we help
We help organizations develop resilience solutions, navigate public policy, sharpen corporate strategy, and communicate complex risk with clarity. Every engagement is tailored to the decision, opportunity, or challenge at hand.
Northstar in the news
Kaniewski draws on FEMA and Marsh experience to launch disaster resilience advisory firm
The Insurer, April 13, 2026
Drawing on his experience at both FEMA and Marsh, Daniel Kaniewski has launched Northstar Risk & Resilience, an advisory firm dedicated to helping public and private sector leaders navigate complex disaster risks.
