PUBLIC SERVICE
Warren D. Miller Is Focused on Strengthening Disaster Recovery
T he 115th Elder Watson Diggs Awardee Warren D. Miller’s (Kappa Iota 1982) service as a Senior Advisor in the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Office of Disaster
assistance, financial literacy, and disaster assistance for survivors within historically underserved communities. His commitment to inclu- sion and outreach amplified the impact of SBA’s pro- grams, ensuring that critical resources reached those who needed them most. Miller’s approach to public service was guided by a steadfast commitment to putting people first. He viewed public service as a noble profession of the highest calling and dedicated himself to strengthening resilience nationwide. While his chap- ter at the SBA has come to a close, his dedication to disaster recovery and com- munity resilience remains unwavering. Expressing gratitude for the relationships and experiences gained during his tenure, Miller remains committed to supporting national efforts in disaster resilience. His enduring passion for public service continues to drive his mis- sion to build stronger, more prepared communities. Here’s to Brother Miller! ♦
Recovery & Resilience under the Biden-Har- ris Administration was
marked by dedication and transformation. As a Pres- idential Appointee, Miller approached his role not as a mere job, but as a mission— to fortify local communities so small businesses could prosper, economies could thrive, and neighborhoods could withstand future disasters. Upon joining the SBA, Miller played a pivotal role in the most compre- hensive transformation of the agency’s disaster recovery efforts. Under his leadership, the SBA became better equipped to assist survivors in recov- ering from a wide range of disasters, from wildfires and hurricanes to floods, tornadoes, bridge collapses, mass shootings, and acts of terrorism. His responsibili- ties encompassed planning,
From left: 31st Grand Polemarch Dwayne M. Murray, Esq., 27th South- western Province Polemarch William A. Puder, 34th Grand Polemarch Reuben A. Shelton III, Esq., Miller (kneeling), and 89th Elder Watson Diggs Awardee Dr. Chuck Carr Brown.
developing, implementing, and evaluating disaster response and recovery efforts to ensure timely, affordable, and accessible financial assistance for small businesses, home- owners, renters, and private non-profits affected by disasters. One of the highlights of Miller’s tenure was his role as the agency’s lead repre- sentative in implementing the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention and response system, ensuring that SBA played an active role in mitigating
and responding to crises linked to gun violence. His expertise and commitment ensured that survivors of tragedies received the nec- essary resources to rebuild and recover. As an active member of Kappa Alpha Psi® Miller championed initiatives that fostered collaboration with Divine 9 organiza- tions under a Strategic Alliance Memorandum (SAM) agreement. This partnership focused on expanding access to capital, government contracting opportunities, technical
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