What’s PSEMA?
Private Sector Emergency Management is:
Our Vision
The Association envisions a completely integrated preparedness, risk reduction, and response reality between businesses, industry stakeholders, nongovernmental organizations, and public sector agencies across the United States.
Our Mission
The mission of the Association is to support the private sector before, during, and after times of major disruption or disaster by providing business resilience education, raising awareness of limitations impacting business, and rapidly identifying and marshaling available resources to bolster business continuity and community recovery.
Homeland Defense and Research
Advancing Research & Homeland Defense Partnerships
PSEMA participated in a research project conducted by the Homeland Defense Institute (HDI), engaging with national security infrastructure to advance research that benefits both private-sector members and government partners. The project produced two papers, Private-Sector Lifelines in the Arctic: Predicting and Assessing Risk to Critical Infrastructure and Continuity of Society in the North: Multi-Modal Resiliency in the Arctic, examining the intersection of supply chain resilience, critical infrastructure, community resiliency, and national preparedness.
Building on these findings, PSEMA will host Arctic Lifelines: From Findings to Coordination, a webinar series launching later this year that translates the research into discussion and coordination for the private sector. Once the papers are cleared for distribution, they will be available on the PSEMA website.
For our members, this means actionable intelligence on emerging preparedness challenges, translated from research into tools, frameworks, and situational awareness you can use.
Facilitating Cross-Sector Communication
The Association facilitates business-to-business conversations and coordination related to the homeland security and emergency management enterprises.
PSEMA coordinates cross-sector communication so that businesses can help businesses get back to work when a disaster strikes. PSEMA provides a conduit between the private sector and government agencies to prevent and lessen any negative effects when major emergencies and disasters occur.
The Private Sector Emergency Management Association (PSEMA) is incorporated in the State of Texas and is a 501(c)(6) organization as defined by the Internal Revenue Service.
Business & Industry Resilience Lifelines
PSEMA is excited to introduce our newly developed Business Resilience Lifelines, a comprehensive framework designed to enhance private-sector preparedness and response capabilities. By focusing on these essential components, PSEMA aims to provide tailored resources and support to help businesses effectively navigate disruptions and maintain operational continuity during crises.
1. Employee Safety and Security: Updates on workplace security, emergency protocols, and employee safety measures during incidents.
2. Supply Chain & Logistics Stability: Insights on procurement, shipping, and logistics to help maintain smooth operations.
3. Data Integrity and Cybersecurity: Access to real-time cybersecurity updates and protective measures.
4. Power and Fuel: Information on fuel and energy continuity, backup options, and resources for operational resilience.
5. Communication Infrastructure: Crisis communication tools for staying connected with employees, partners, and customers.
6. Facility Operations and Transportation: Insights on facility access, transportation routes, and fleet management.
7. Hazardous Materials & Environmental Safety: Guidance on handling hazardous materials and compliance during emergencies.
8. Water and Sanitation:Resources for ensuring operational water access and sanitation continuity.
