Business Continuity: Expect the Unexpected

Question: How do organizations continue to function in the event of a major disruption? Answer: By executing their Business Continuity Plans. But first, you must have one.  Learn the types of disruptions that can affect an ongoing business operation and how to develop a strategy to handle these unforeseen occurrences. We will discuss Business Continuity vs. Disaster Recovery, the principles of emergency management (awareness, preparation, mitigation, response, & recovery), the components of a Business Continuity Plan and what you need to do to get started developing a plan.

 This session can also be tailored to the following industries:

• Association Management
• Building and Property Management
• Plant and Facility Management
• Credit Unions and Community Banks
• Public Relations and Crisis Communications
• Meeting and Event Management
• Conference and Meeting Facilities
• State & County Fairs and Expositions
• Houses of Worship - Churches, Synagogues, etc.
• ANY small to medium size businesses

Session participants will:

• Understand the principles of disaster management and how they apply to Business Continuity Planning and effective risk management;
• Learn the components of a Business Continuity Plan and how to develop one;
• “Be exposed” to the Threats and Hazards that can impact an organization;
• Understand the importance of creating, maintaining, and testing a Business Continuity Plan;
• Discuss lessons learned from both previously experienced disasters and future disasters that could affect their organization.

Length: 60 to 90 minutes

Audience: This session is positioned for entry-level attendees through those with some business continuity planning knowledge.