Peg Kemler

Peg serves as the Deputy Director and Public Assistance & Recovery Programs Team lead for Michael Baker International’s MER3 (Mitigation, Environmental, Response, Recovery & Resiliency) business vertical, which unites Tidal Basin Group, MLU Services, and Michael Baker’s EMR (Emergency Management & Response) team. With a background in leadership and risk management, she brings extensive disaster response and recovery skills. With 30 years of experience in emergency management and known as a trailblazer in her field, Peg is recognized for her innovative strategies that enhance recovery efforts and provide crucial assistance to communities in need. 

Peg’s project experience is unparalleled, particularly her role in overseeing the closeouts of large and small projects in coordination with a FEMA Closeout Specialist. Her expertise in compliance and coordination between local government and FEMA has led to successful disaster recovery efforts, especially those following the hurricanes of 2004 and 2005. Peg has experience developing and implementing tracking procedures for documenting costs, and she is also committed to empowering local governments through extensive training and cultivating an understanding of proper documentation for FEMA reimbursement. 

In her role, Peg manages recovery operations, strengthening our team dynamics and continually enhancing our disaster response strategies.