Consultancy Group
Guiding Stakeholders in Flood Protection & Resilience
Flood protection is never a one-size-fits-all challenge. Every site, every community, and every building has unique vulnerabilities and needs. That’s why Dutch Water Prevention (DWP) established its Consultancy Group – to provide expert guidance and tailored strategies for clients worldwide.
Our consultancy services start with dialogue: understanding the stakeholder’s risks, constraints, and objectives. From there, we translate this knowledge into practical, science-based solutions—whether that’s selecting the right barrier for a residential property or developing a fully engineered resilience plan for a complex infrastructure site.
What we do
Our Consultancy Group delivers specialized expertise in:
Solution Selection & Feasibility – from temporary barriers to permanent defenses, we guide clients through every option.
Risk & Vulnerability Assessments – structured evaluations to identify weak points and potential failure risks.
FERP Development – tailored Flood Emergency Response Plans for large complexes and campuses along with critical infrastructure buildings and facilities.
Drainage & Water Flow Analysis – drainage plain design, runoff modeling, and site-specific water management strategies.
Mitigation Planning – integrating temporary and permanent measures into long-term resilience planning.
Our expertise
DWP Consultancy Group brings together a team of in-house specialists and globally recognized experts. Led by:
Ray Hofer
Co-Founder
Co-Founder of DWP, with extensive international project experience along with direct involvement with product testing and development. A trusted advisor to TU Delft and a primary go-to by Dutch authorities for prevention solutions globally.
Dave Swan
North America based Director
Chair of CSA technical evaluation committee, US patent holder, former chair of CSA committees for Flood Barrier Testing and Barrier Choice Guideline. Field deployment and structural repair expert.
LCM Solutions Inc.
Partner
A boutique risk consultancy built on the principles of predict, prevent, and protect. Leveraging decades of experience across the insurance, risk, and property sectors, LCM leverages its expertise to deliver technology solutions and strategies that help clients proactively reduce exposures and their reliance on insurance.Together with our broader team, we ensure clients receive comprehensive, multi-disciplinary expertise across every stage of flood resilience planning.
Why work with us?
Independent & unbiased advice – not limited to one product, but focused on the right solution.
Global expertise, local application – proven knowledge from the Netherlands, USA, and beyond.
Full-service approach – from first consultation to planning, design, and implementation support.
Best-in-class solutions – products referenced by our group have a long-proven track record and are globally recognized.
Whether you are a homeowner, municipality, or international organization, DWP Consultancy Group is here to help you make confident, informed, and effective choices in flood protection.
Contact us today to learn how our consultancy can support your flood resilience planning.
