Shaping Emergency Management: Insights from the Chair of FEMA’s National Advisory Council
An Overview of the FEMA National Advisory Council A question I get asked frequently is, “What does the National Advisory Council do?” Which is almost always followed up with, “What do you like about it? How can I become a member?” Truth be told, these have become my favorite conversations [...]
National Preparedness Month: Safeguarding Your Business Against Reputational Crises
As National Preparedness Month arrives, it’s crucial for businesses to recognize the threat of reputational crises and take proactive steps to protect their staff, stakeholders, and overall brand integrity. Reputational crises can emerge swiftly and have far-reaching consequences, impacting both the physical and financial well-being of a business. In this [...]
National Preparedness Month: Safeguarding Your Business Against Public Health Emergencies
National Preparedness Month serves as a crucial reminder for businesses to evaluate their readiness in the face of public health emergencies. Events such as pandemics or disease outbreaks can have far-reaching consequences, impacting the health and safety of staff, disrupting operations, and posing financial risks. In this blog, we’ll shed [...]
National Preparedness Month: Safeguarding Your Business Against Cybersecurity Breaches
National Preparedness Month is a valuable opportunity for businesses to recognize the ever-present threat of cybersecurity breaches and take proactive measures to protect their staff, sensitive data, and financial stability. In an increasingly digital world, cyberattacks pose significant risks that can result in physical and financial losses. In this blog, [...]
NPM 2023 | Prioritizing Mental Health: A Crisis Manager’s Guide to Self-Care
Remember to Take Care One of the last topics crisis and emergency managers want to discuss is mental health. The irony of our collective avoidance is that mental health and wellness is often the root cause of employee burnout and staff turnover. It doesn't matter if you work in the [...]
National Preparedness Month: Protecting Your Business Against Active Shooter Threats
National Preparedness Month emphasizes the importance of being prepared for potential threats, including the alarming possibility of an active shooter incident. Such incidents can have devastating physical and emotional impacts on businesses and their staff. In this blog, we’ll shed light on the threat of an active shooter to businesses [...]