Podcasts about crisis preparedness

In Episode 145 of the PreparedEx podcast, host Rob Burton interviews Dominic Bowen, a leading European risk management expert. Dominic shares insights on building organizational resilience, discussing practical strategies for businesses to prepare for crises and rebound stronger. Learn how to safeguard your organization against emerging threats.

In this week's edition of our Prioritizing Equity series, we will discuss the AMA's “Embedding Equity in Crisis Preparedness and Response in Health Systems Guide,” which was released earlier this year. This guide was created in partnership with national health equity and racial justice leaders, organizations and physicians. Partners came together during the COVID-19 pandemic to develop the guide to support health care organizations in ensuring equity and racial justice lens guides those preparing and responding to crises. Panelists Mitch Stripling, MPA, Director, NYC Pandemic response Institute Columbia University. @mitchstripling Christa-Marie Singleton, MD, MPH, FACPM, Chief Medical Officer, Healthcare and Insurance, U.S. Office of Personnel Management  Moderator Fernando De Maio, PhD, Health Equity Data and Research, American Medical Association Center for Health Equity 

In this episode of the PreparedEx podcast, we delve into the critical role of tabletop exercises (TTXs) in boosting organizational crisis preparedness. Our guest, a seasoned expert in crisis management, discusses how to design and implement highly realistic TTXs that go beyond the basics to truly test and improve an organization’s response strategies. We explore […] The post Enhancing Crisis Preparedness with Realistic Tabletop Exercises appeared first on PreparedEx.

This week our host Brandi Starr is joined by John David, a renowned expert in crisis communications and online reputation management. John David is the go-to resource for companies navigating high-stakes public relations challenges. As the author of "How to Protect or Destroy Your Reputation Online" and with deep experience advising organizations of all sizes, he brings unparalleled insight to the art and science of crisis management in the digital age. From handling community opposition to real estate projects to combating media pressure during legal controversies, John has seen it all. He's guided major corporations like Delta through turbulent times and helped countless small businesses weather reputational storms. In this episode of Revenue Rehab, Brandi and John delve into the fundamentals of effective crisis communication. They discuss how CMOs and marketing leaders can prepare for the unexpected, balance transparency with reputation protection, and harness the power of strategic messaging to emerge from crises stronger than ever. Tune in for John's top tips on developing a robust crisis plan and preserving your hard-earned reputation when it matters most. Bullet Points of Key Topics + Chapter Markers: Topic #1 Navigating Crisis Communication [08:15] "The first thing is to gather the facts, develop a messaging strategy, reach out to your employees, reach out to your customers, and then handle media inquiries," John David emphasizes. "You need to have a spokesperson, you need to have a communication team, and you need to have a media policy in place. Then it's a matter of triaging the situation and managing communication through various channels." Topic #2 Balancing Transparency and Reputation [14:42] Brandi Starr asks, "How do you balance being transparent and sharing information with protecting the company's image?" John David responds, "It's a challenge. You want to be as transparent as possible, but you also need to protect the company's reputation. It's a bit like the TV show 'Scandal' where they're always trying to control the narrative. You need to be strategic about what information you release and when." Topic #3 Crisis Preparedness for Small Businesses [19:57] "Small businesses are more vulnerable to reputational damage because negative incidents can quickly spread on social media," John David highlights. "It's important to be prepared for various crisis scenarios, including natural disasters, cyber outages, embezzlement, workplace violence, and succession issues." Brandi agrees, expanding the definition of crisis to include unexpected events or leadership changes that can impact a business's reputation. So, What's the One Thing You Can Do Today? John David's 'One Thing' is to proactively prepare for potential crises by creating a media policy and establishing centralized communication within the company. "Create a media policy, because most companies don't have them. Figure out who's going to speak for the company in a crisis. Don't let it be your receptionist. Don't let it be someone who doesn't have the facts. Figure out what that chain of communication is and stick to it. Have one voice, one message. Buzzword Banishment: John David's buzzwords to banish are "facilitate" and "empower". He wants to eliminate these overused terms because, as he puts it, "Every time I hear facilitate, I think of someone who can't make a decision." Regarding "empower," John David humorously remarks, "You're going to empower someone to screw up." Links: Get in touch with Holly on: LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Amazon Subscribe, listen, and rate/review Revenue Rehab Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts , Amazon Music, or iHeart Radio and find more episodes on our website RevenueRehab.live

250 Crisis Preparedness for Business with ‘Disaster' Patrick Hardy, Founder Reverse Disaster; Sacramento, CA, USA Patrick Hardy is a renowned expert in the field of emergency response challenges, boasting an impressive background which includes founding reversedisaster.com and accumulating hands-on experience from real-life emergency scenarios. This is why he is known in the industry as ‘Disaster Patrick'. Patrick has developed a perspective on emergency response that emphasizes proactive preparation and planning. His clients have covered everything from standard offices to alligator farms. Believing strongly in turning a disaster into an opportunity for growth and resilience, he promotes a culture of preparedness in both personal and professional settings. His unique approach to emergency readiness along with his wide ranging experiences have enriched his insights, making him a valuable source of guidance and expertise in the realm of emergency response. Patrick shares insights from his book Design any Disaster and touches on: - His journey from a single letter launching his career in emergency response, to founding his company, to stepping out as Disaster Patrick taking the culture of preparedness to the masses. - He explains the chronology of an incident and what you need to know about command, communicate, and carry out. - He uses the example of the chaotic aftermath of the false missile alert in Hawaii highlighted to demonstrate the cracks in a top down approach to disaster preparedness and the importance of empowering individuals at all levels to understand the proper emergency response plans. - He shares how he is now taking on ‘disaster challenges' where he is receiving challenges to go into scenarios with little knowledge and design and carry out an emergency response plan. Such as evacuating 300 cats from a cat sanctuary in a timed situation. - He explains how launching emergency response scenarios is something every business leader should do to educate teams and eliminating dependencies on there must be ‘a boss around to tell us what to do' thinking. This is crucial for business resilience and disaster prevention. Patrick is a graduate of FEMA's Advanced Academy and has also gone on to gain numerous certifications including FEMA's Master of Exercise, Certified Emergency Manager, Certified Risk Manager, and Master Business Continuity Professional. Drawing from his wealth of experience in disaster preparedness and response, Patrick equips audiences with practical strategies to break the Crisis Creation Chain and teaches them to eliminate disasters by turning disruptions into opportunities. His first book: Design Any Disaster: The Revolutionary Blueprint to Master Your Next Crisis or Emergency was released in late Spring of 2023. Connect with Patrick: Website: https://disasterpatrick.com/ and https://reversedisaster.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/disasterpatrick/ Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web and it is ranked the number 10 CEO podcast to listen to in 2024! https://podcasts.feedspot.com/ceo_podcasts/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/ Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/ Twitter: @DisruptiveCEO #digitalmarketing #branding #CEO #startup #startupstory #founder #business #businesspodcast #podcast #disasterpr #crisismanagement #publicrelations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Mark Ledlow engages in a deep conversation with Daniel Weil, delving into the intricacies of executive protection and security amidst global challenges. From the evolution of communication technologies to the critical importance of advance work, Daniel shares invaluable insights gained from his extensive experience in the field..Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.KEY TAKEAWAYSAdaptability in Adversity: Daniel highlights the necessity of adaptability when facing adversity, emphasizing the importance of staying informed and proactive in navigating challenging situations.Strategic Communication: The discussion explores the nuances of communication technologies, from satellite phones to encrypted messaging apps, underscoring the need for security professionals to stay updated on advancements and select solutions based on context.Protective Intelligence: While acknowledging the value of protective intelligence as a tool, Daniel emphasizes that it cannot replace traditional executive protection but rather serves as a force multiplier in identifying specific risks and enhancing overall security measures.Ethical Considerations: Mark and Daniel touch upon ethical dilemmas in security operations, urging professionals to prioritize integrity and accountability in their practices, especially amidst budget constraints and evolving industry trends.QUOTES"Don't tolerate ignorance; confront challenges with informed decision-making and proactive measures.""Security is more than just technology; it's about understanding people and appreciating the nuances of human interaction.""In an ever-changing world, adaptability and continuous learning are the cornerstones of effective executive protection."Get to know more about Daniel Weil:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-weil-111b10128/To hear more episodes of The Fearless Mindset podcast, you can go to https://the-fearless-mindset.simplecast.com/ or listen to major podcasting platforms such as Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, etc. You can also subscribe to the Fearless Mindset YouTube Channel to watch episodes on video.

In this episode, Amber recaps Matt and Micah's conversation about being prepared for emergencies and disasters in both personal and professional life and the illusion of knowing what to do in a crisis. It's important to prepare for emergencies in your practice, such as employee turnover or loss of clients. In addition, she recaps Jamie's tips for preparedness, the importance of having a disaster recovery plan, and why you need to be cautious about taking advice from people without knowledge or experience in a given situation. Resources in today's episode: - Episode Website - No One Will Fix It For You - Sinking Ships

Sign up for Dr. Erika Wichro's crisis management and resilience masterclasses and equip your organization with the tools it needs to handle crises effectively! Visit https://www.drerikawichro.com/ today! Dr. Erika Wichro City: Vienna Address: 15 Fuchsröhrenstraße Website https://drerikawichro.com Phone +43-664-9718148 Email office@drerikawichro.com

Season 5 - TCD Podcast - Episode 111In the current media landscape, managing media relations and crisis management for law enforcement agencies can be challenging. However, experts like Julie Parker, former ABC News reporter and current CEO of Julie Parker Communications, are helping to decode this complex terrain. In this podcast episode, Parker shared her journey from reporting the news to shaping narratives for police departments. Her experience has illuminated the power of proactive storytelling in shaping public perception of law enforcement and highlighted the importance of controlling narratives.We delved into how law enforcement agencies can harness the power of social media to share their information, interact with the public, and shape public perception. Parker emphasized the importance of law enforcement agencies controlling their own narrative and the role of the media in disseminating their stories. Moreover, she provided insights on how agencies, even those with tighter budgets, can strategically use social media, considering the sensitivity of circumstances. She emphasized the importance of having a communications officer closely aligned with the head of the organization, suggesting that a shared resources model can work in smaller departments.The podcast interview also underscored the significance of preparedness for crisis communications. Authenticity and genuineness in communication were also highlighted as key elements in building public trust. The power of community meetings was discussed as a valuable platform for practicing messaging and preparing for media interactions. The podcast served as a reminder that effective communication strategies are crucial for law enforcement agencies in an era of heightened media exposure. As the media landscape continues to evolve, so too must the strategies used by law enforcement agencies to engage with the public and manage crises. Mastering media relations and crisis management in law enforcement requires a deep understanding of the media landscape, a proactive approach to storytelling, strategic use of social media, and preparedness for crisis situations. With these tools, law enforcement agencies can effectively navigate the media landscape, manage crises, and foster a positive relationship with the public.Contact us: copdoc.podcast@gmail.com Website: www.copdocpodcast.comIf you'd like to arrange for facilitated training, or consulting, or talk about steps you might take to improve your leadership and help in your quest for promotion, contact Steve at stephen.morreale@gmail.com

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If a natural or man-made disaster were to hit you and your family, would you have the resources necessary to survive it? SurvivalGen's new report on the best prepping gear and survival supplies teaches you everything you'll need to know for such situations. Visit https://survivalgen.com/long-lasting-prepping-gear-and-survival-supplies/ SurvivalGen 2150 New Jersey 35, Sea Girt, NJ 08750, United States Website https://survivalgen.com/ Email prc.pressagency@gmail.com

Dr. Erika Wichro's masterclasses on resilience coaching and crisis preparedness are a must for any organization. Book a free consultation at https://drerikawichro.com today! Dr. Erika Wichro 15 Fuchsröhrenstraße Top 8, 1st floor, Vienna, Vienna 1110, Austria Website https://drerikawichro.com Email office@drerikawichro.com

Think you've planned ahead enough for potential crises and disasters? Think again—emergencies frequently throw curveballs at organizations, so your crisis communication plan needs to be ready to pivot, says Mike Bailey in this episode of the SM Highlights podcast with host Brendan Howard. Then, once you've planned, it's time to test. The ASIS Crisis Management and Business Continuity community chair Rob Currie outlines best practices for designing more robust and useful exercises. Also in this episode, hear from the incoming 2023 ASIS President, Tim McCreight, CPP, about the professional and personal value of volunteering and how he makes time in his busy schedule to give back. Interested in the topics discussed in this podcast? Learn more at the links below. More from Michael Bailey, CPP, on crisis communications: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2023/01/taking-the-lead-on-communication-before-during-and-after-a-crisis/ More on recent attacks on U.S. substations: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/latest-news/today-in-security/2022/december/Gunshots-Damage-Two-North-Carolina-Substations/ More from Tim McCreight, CPP, about volunteerism, available later in January 2023. More from Rob Currie about crisis management exercises: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/articles/2023/01/how-to-test-your-crisis-preparedness-plan/

“Data should be treated as a liability - not an asset” - Attorney General, Mark Dreyfus With recent high profile cyber attacks targeting Medibank and Optus, Australian boards are scrambling  to understand the risks a cyber attack may present to them and what they can do to prevent, prepare and respond. In this episode of Crisis Talks, I speak with Claire Pales and Anna Liebel, Co- directors of The Secure Board, and co authors of the book with the same title.   They share their insights into how a board's understanding of risk management can be applied to cyber risks and how boards and executive teams can further enhance their cyber resilience.  We discuss the following : Data privacy and governance Cyber risk management Ransom decision processes Databreach preparedness and response Crisis response.

In today's business world, the ability to anticipate and respond to disruptive challenges - both internal and external - is essential. A comprehensive business continuity and resiliency plan can help you anticipate and manage these challenges, ensuring that your business can weather any storm. And when disruptions do occur, a robust public relations program can help you protect and defend your company's reputation. I have covered a number of topics that relate to business resilience planning in a communication context in this podcast, such as understanding who your competitors are, how to anticipate and manage disruption challenges, and how to communicate your plan and engage stakeholders along the way. Today I'm bringing this together into an episode that gives this all a badge and added some free downloads and resources for you at the end, so look out for those. You'll learn what business resilience is and how to take some small steps to communication planning, whatever the size of your business. Let's dive in! Additional links and downloads: If you're a creative business or Agency check out Wadds Inc's free Strategic Planning and Crisis Preparedness report: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6316046fe5302f1a8f8f41c2/t/6340194579013c1db5cdf27a/1665145160000/Wadds-strategic-planning-and-crisis-preparedness-report-2022.pdf  Amanda Coleman has some great advice in this reasonably priced book; Everyday Communication Strategies: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Everyday-Communication-Strategies-Prevent-Protect/dp/1398606979  Check out my reputation management resource page on my website: https://henbe.co.uk/projects/protect-your-brand/  Liked Listening today?  What to do next: Get my FREE roadmap to get more strategic with communication activity in your business. Listen to more episodes, take some training, or download a resource: Find out more here. Hire my expertise Whether that's support with a one-off comms project or an entire strategy for your business, drop me a line if you want to explore this further.  You can also work with me 1:1 as a trainer and mentor - emma@henbe.co.uk Work with me closely If you'd like to work with me to develop and implement your communication strategy through 1:1 work, podcasts, workbooks, sharing ideas, and lots of accountability and up-skilling, then email me at emma@henbe.co.uk to register your interest for you or your entire team. Leave me a voicemail on my Speakpipe page I would love to hear your feedback on this episode and thoughts on any topics I could include in future ones too.

Crisis preparedness is an often-overlooked area of farm risk management; however the real risk here is loss of reputation and potentially, loss of market. This time of year is a good time to develop a plan and access the resources available to help you. In the event of a dairy crisis there are 2 critical action items: The Dairy industry must speak with one voice Quick, accurate, effective communication to preserve public confidence in products. Pam Jahnke visits with Brenda Murphy from Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin about tools, resources, and guidance available to develop your crisis response plan. This planning and preparation of documents will be a lifeline and provide key stakeholders of the farm with the necessary information. The plan should be specific to your farm with consideration to your workforce, facilities and management practices. In developing a plan, you will delineate who is in charge, including who will replace that person if he/she gets sick, what you are going to do if the situation arises, and how you will communicate with farm personnel and others that support your operation. Dairy checkoff is committed to helping protect and promote the image of dairy products, farmers and their positive farming practices, and the dairy community by offering training and tools to help dairy farmers tell their story to the public. Whether you are managing your farm's Facebook page or talking to the media, we can help you prepare to share your story. Through our new Spokesperson Resources Center you will have key talking points and printable resources designed to help you craft your words, engage your audience and boost your ability to connect with consumers. Log in to your account in the upper right corner of wisconsindairy.org or visit wisconsindairy.org/Spokesperson-Training to request access. We will be sending a password reset from hello@wisconsindairy.org to all participants to ensure updated contact information.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Presenting on PBS TV entails luck, months of preparation, and confidence. Entrusted as a topic ambassador sets forth high expectations - not to mention standing before a live audience. I delivered two school safety presentations on PBS TV: School Safety in America: Rhetoric vs Reality (2019) and School Security and Crisis Preparedness (2013). In this episode, I will explain how I received an offer to present on PBS; show preparation; things that happen the day of the broadcast; giving the presentation - including the techy podium; rules and tips for a successful televised show; what happens immediately following the show - it's not what you might think; what PBS does with the presentation - from close-captioning to syndication; and how people around the nation responded to me in days and even years after I was TV. HOW TO GET AN OFFER TO PRESENT ON PBS. I was a school administrator on December 14, 2012. That was the day of the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre. It was a watershed moment in school shootings due to the young age of the students. Media coverage swarmed to the community of Newtown, Connecticut, and wagged microphones at anyone who would speak. After that adrenalized day, parents and educators sought empirical guidance on school safety. There wasn't a clearinghouse presentation - an impartial expert attempting to frame, in layman's language, the phenomena of school security and how and why schools prepare for crisis situations - what are the ingredients to their plans and are we as powerless to interrupt disasters as was implied by the media. So, I contacted my local PBS affiliate, pitched the idea of a school safety special, and the folks in charge issued the green light. I would assemble and deliver PBS's first school safety special. SHOW PREP. Where to begin, right? My show was scheduled for May so I had roughly 5 months to craft my presentation. I spent hundreds of hours developing outlines, PowerPoint slides, rehearsing, and having member checks evaluate my content and delivery. I also contacted parents of children killed or injured in acts of school violence. My presentation would be tight and punchy, but I had to read the room. I would not stir grieving parents. Instead, they served as member checks, to point to the line in the sand. The show wasn't about the students, teachers or parents - but they were all wedded to the topic. DAY OF THE SHOW. I arrived 3 hours before air time. Phase one is acclimating to the studio and receiving coaching on the various knobs, screens, and lights on the massive podium. Next, I signed waivers. Then it was time for the dry run in an empty hall. Other than sound checks, I spoke softly to preserve my voice. Some last-minute adjustments to font sizes, too. About 30 minutes before the show, the doors opened and people claimed seats. I made small talk with the host and the presentation was locked from future changes. THE PRESENTATION - RULES & TIPS. Stay behind the podium and look at the real-time display embedded in the lectern to track your presentation. It was OK to periodically step left of the podium. It was never appropriate to look over your shoulder and point to the big screen in front of the audience. That might mess up the camera crew and the people at home were fed from different angles from the person in the third row. Watch the timer on the podium, colored lights up in the booth, and friends in the audience strategically placed to cue me on time markers. Hitting the allotted time was not only necessary, but going long would limit the ability for syndication. 60 minutes. WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE SHOW | NOT WHAT YOU MIGHT THINK! The end of the show isn't the actual end of the show. Off camera, the presenter answers questions from the audience and this can go on for an hour or more. I even went out for an impromptu late supper with audience members! DOES PBS RERUN THE PRESENTATION? Yes. After the live presentation, PBS edits, closed-captions, and submits the show for a TV Parental Guidelines rating. The presentation is then premiered and available for syndication by affiliate networks. My shows continue to air on PBS stations - especially following a sentinel school safety event. In addition, the shows are available to view at no cost at PBS.com. RESPONSES TO MY PRESENTATIONS. People have emailed, called, and met me in person to share their thoughts about my shows. School leaders, board of education members, and school safety directors convey that the content validates their efforts toward sensible school safety. Parents share personal stories. Others inform me of their research and lines of inquiry, such as a relationship between food additives and violence. SAFETY DOC WEBSITE, BLOG & BOOKS: www.safetyphd.com. The Safety Doc Podcast is hosted & produced by David P. Perrodin, PhD. This podcast and blog post represent the opinions of David P. Perrodin and his guests to the show. This is episode 191 of The Safety Doc Podcast published on 10-19-2022. Purchase Dr. Perrodin's Books: School of Errors – Rethinking School Safety in America. www.schooloferrors.com Velocity of Information - Human Thinking During Chaotic Times. www.velocityofinformation.com

Dr Mahesh Appannan, Head of Data of the Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre, Ministry of Health allays our concerns about the MySJ Trace app as this voluntary tool helps us detect and exchange proximity information with another activated user.

Dr Mahesh Appannan, Head of Data of the Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre, Ministry of Health allays our concerns about the MySJ Trace app as this voluntary tool helps us detect and exchange proximity information with another activated user.

Organizational Resilience does not come about by working in silos. Join me, as I talk with resilience and crisis leadership expert Caroline Sapriel, as we discuss how we can connect different groups to create strong crisis leadership and build a sense of organizational resilience. Caroline touches on such topics as: 1) common themes in crises, 2) After Action Reports, 3) Crisis Preparedness, 4) distinguishing between sudden and creeping crises, and 5) Stakeholders Management and Mapping. And more! There is allot of good advice for organizational leaders and resilience professionals on how to look at crises and crisis response to help create Organizational Resilience. Don't miss it!

Organizational Resilience does not come about by working in silos. Join me, as I talk with resilience and crisis leadership expert Caroline Sapriel, as we discuss how we can connect different groups to create strong crisis leadership and build a sense of organizational resilience. Caroline touches on such topics as: 1) common themes in crises, 2) After Action Reports, 3) Crisis Preparedness, 4) distinguishing between sudden and creeping crises, and 5) Stakeholders Management and Mapping. And more! There is allot of good advice for organizational leaders and resilience professionals on how to look at crises and crisis response to help create Organizational Resilience. Don't miss it!

In this episode Laura talks to Rod about defining issues and crises, leadership, the role we play and ESG.  Rod has launched a new model and we get around to talking about that too. I really enjoyed this episode as it shows how conversation can extract good practice, share with listeners and hopefully get other leaders to start to understand the true value of this type of work.  You can find Rod @RodCartwright on Twitter. For any suggestions of speakers or topics for the future, please drop me a DM or email. @laurafromaura or laura@aura-pr.com    About Rod Rod is the Founder of Rod Cartwright Consulting – a strategic communication consulting firm with a simple mission: to enhance human preparedness, organizational resilience and business performance. He has 25+ years of communication consulting and training experience, specializing in issues management & crisis communication; corporate reputation & thought leadership; leadership communication & executive preparedness; public affairs & stakeholder engagement; and, integrated communication strategy. Rod has held board-level positions at three international top-10 communication consultancy networks (GCI, Hill & Knowlton and Ketchum) – rising to Partner and Global Corporate Practice Director at Ketchum, before becoming EMEA Regional Director at Text100.   He has advised major corporations and brands ranging from Nissan, IBM, Dell, Accenture, Gazprom, KFC, Nutricia and DHL to IATA, Toyota, Quorn, Western Union, McKinsey, P&G and Takeda. His front-line experience in crisis communication and board-level support includes being a key part of the three-person team advising the Chairman, CEO, legal counsel and Emergency Operations Centre team of Malaysia Airlines in the months following the disappearance of Flight MH370 and then advising its sovereign owners on the subsequent restructuring of the airline. He is a Founding Fellow and former board member of the PRCA, was Deputy Chair of the PRCA's COVID-19 Global Taskforce and leads the Crisis & Risk Communication Working Group of the European Association of Communication Directors (EACD). He is a regular international conference speaker and panelist on crisis communication, reputation management and leadership communication.   Connect with Rod on LinkedIn.    

Risk assessment and strategic planning are essential to any effort to protect and enhance national security. The areas in which such analysis and planning must take place — and the extent to which such planning is necessary — are expanding rapidly, however, raising questions about what preparedness means in the 21st century national security environment.This panel will discuss the legal authorities and the ingredients for good legal advice across a range of crisis areas. In particular, the panel will examine the legal framework for federal, state and local responses — and coordination among federal, state and local authorities for preparedness — and the ingredients for good legal advice before and in crisis situations. NOTE: The full webinar can be found at https://www.americanbar.org/natsecurity under “National Security CLE Webinars – Recordings” Speakers: Paul Rosenzweig is a Resident Senior Fellow for Cybersecurity and Emerging Threats at the R Street Institute: https://www.rstreet.org/team/paul-rosenzweig/ Lisa Morris is the Deputy Attorney General, Civil Division, of the Delaware Department of Justice: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14cMm-gfK6_S-tf-j0ENMMGHGsjh-6bKZ/view?usp=sharing Susan Ginsburg is the Founder and CEO of Criticality Sciences: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DTSBkiA66oF87cOmP-53gczMsVGzs5LZ/view?usp=sharing Bob Kolasky is the Director of the National Risk Management Center at CISA: https://www.cisa.gov/bob-kolasky References: Andy Keiser, Securing the Key to the Future: Countering the Threat from State-Backed Chinese Semiconductor Companies, Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress, October 2020. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5cb0a1b1d86cc932778ab82b/t/5f9ae206ef715743168a96e2/1603985933848/CSPC+Semiconductor+White+Paper.pdf Bob Kolasky, A Risk-Based Approach to National Cybersecurity, January 14, 2021 https://www.cisa.gov/blog/2021/01/14/risk-based-approach-national-cybersecurity Congressional Research Service, Congressional Primer on Responding to and Recovering from Major Disasters and Emergencies, June 3, 2020 https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/R/R41981 Cyberlaw Podcast, Cybersecurity-A British Perspective, February 2021 https://www.steptoecyberblog.com Overview of Stafford Act Support to States https://www.fema.gov/pdf/emergency/nrf/nrf-stafford.pdf#:~:text=National%20Response%20Framework:%20Stafford%20Act%20Support%20to%20States,are%20affected%20by%20a%20major%20disaster%20or%20emergency. State of Delaware, Executive Order Number Twelve (July 2017) https://governor.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2017/07/Executive-Order-Number-12.pdf State of Delaware, Title 20 Chapter 34 https://delcode.delaware.gov/title20/c034/index.html State of Delaware, Title 29 Chapter 90c https://delcode.delaware.gov/title29/c090c/sc03/index.html Appendices from the Sourcebook for Public-Private Partnerships for Security and Resilience 2018: Appendix C: https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/administrative/law_national_security/appendix-c.pdf Appendix E: https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/administrative/law_national_security/appendix-e.pdf

The challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic prompted an increased level of cooperation and coordination at EU-level. In her address to the IIEA, Dr Andrea Ammon outlines the role of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, as an EU agency, in responding to the pandemic. Dr Ammon also discusses the developments in surveillance, preparedness, and international cooperation, in the context of an enhanced role for the ECDC. About the Speaker: Dr Andrea Ammon, MD, MPH, was appointed Director of the ECDC in June 2017. In addition, Dr Ammon previously served as Deputy to the Director and Head of Unit for Resource Management and Coordination. She served as Acting Director of the ECDC from May 2015. Prior to joining the ECDC, Dr Ammon was Head of Department for Infectious Disease Epidemiology at the Robert Koch-Institute in Berlin, where she maintained and further developed the German national surveillance system; coordinated the national outbreak response team for current and emerging infections; and provided scientific advice for government, members of parliament and the public.

On today's podcast, we begin a new series on food safety and security during the COVID-19 pandemic. On this episode, Ashley talks to Joe Reardon, Assistant Commissioner for the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and NCBRT Subject Matter Expert; Lorenzo Alba, Jr., Executive Director of Casa de Peregrinos Emergency Food Program; and Jeff Witte, Secretary of Agriculture for State of New Mexico and NCBRT Subject Matter Expert. They discuss the challenges they faced at the onset of the pandemic and the logistical changes their agencies or organizations had to make. The next episode in this series will air on Tuesday, January 26th.

Senior Extension Educator Phil Durst talks with Jolene Griffin from UDIM. The focus of their episode is how to get your farm ready to face an unexpected crisis, and what resources are available to you if a crisis does occur.

Climate change, technology, pandemics and the economy are transnational global security issues, we speak with Vicente Paolo Yu III Associate Fellow, GCSP Global Fellowship Initiative and an independent expert and consultant for various UN agencies and NGOs to hear his insights on international cooperation. And as we evaluate our crisis response to the coronavirus pandemic, we speak with Ms Catherine Rompato-Arifagic, Special Assistant and Political Affairs Officer with the Office of the Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI), Peace Operations Department of the United Nations.

Sergio Galvis and Jack Devine, the founding partner and president of the Arkin Group, update listeners about crisis planning and protocols in view of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode of S&C's Critical Insights podcast series, Sergio and Jack discuss how businesses operating in Latin America might prioritize revisions to their crisis protocols to account for pandemics and other unknown global risks. The Arkin Group is an international risk consulting and strategic intelligence firm that specializes in crisis management, investigative research, and business problem solving. In a previous episode of S&C's Critical Insights, Sergio and Jack present practical strategies for cybersecurity threats and creating crisis plans for companies doing business in Latin America.  Learn more S&C Partners and Latin Lawyer collaborate on The Guide to Corporate Crisis Management, Second Edition

What would it look like like if different phases of emergency management were approached as an interconnected whole? How might the arts alleviate trauma and support communities in disaster management? What is missing from Australia’s royal commission into the response to the recent bushfire season? What is a community-led recovery and how do we achieve it? How do we recognise and celebrate the contribution of women in emergencies and ensure more diversity in representation when it comes to decision-making? Scotia Monkivitch speaks with Amanda Lamont to unpack these timely questions around Australia’s approach to disaster management and look at how we can build a better future to manage the complexity associated with multiple intersecting disasters.Amanda is a specialist in stakeholder engagement, partnerships and relationship management, with a focus on disaster resilience and disaster risk reduction.Her experiences spanning the corporate, government, legal, humanitarian, not-for-profit, research and community sectors in Australia, the UK and the US have positioned Amanda as one of the leading thinkers and change-makers in crisis preparedness.Whether in her capacity as a volunteer firefighter, a lawyer, an international aid worker or co-founder of the Australasian Women in Emergencies Network, the constant thread through Amanda’s career is her deep passion for social justice and her immense capacity for leadership to make improvements to people’s lives.Scotia and Amanda cover a lot in this conversation, among the topics they discuss are:The overlap of phases in the disaster management cycle and how previous notions in the traditional ‘preparedness, response, recovery’ framework no longer apply as each phase is so complex and interconnected.The “cascade of disasters” facing many communities dealing with compounded effects of drought, bushfire recovery and preparedness and now Covid-19, and the learning experience provided by this intersection of multiple disasters.The lack of emphasis on preparedness and mitigation in Australia’s Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster Arrangements and why this gap is significant to our future planning.How the arts can alleviate suffering, bring people together and play a key role in memorialising traumatic events for a community.How we measure “impact” - looking beyond the metrics of property numbers to allow for the complexity of broad, far-reaching impacts a disaster can have on a community.The notion of “community-led recovery”, what does it mean and how do we achieve it?The impetus behind forming the Australasian Women in Emergencies Network, the importance of diversity in representation and the current gender gap in positions of senior leadership in the emergency management sector.Episode webpage: https://creativerecovery.net.au/in-conversation/References and further reading:Australasian Women in Emergencies NetworkThe Blacksmiths’ Tree: https://www.treeproject.abavic.org.au/index.htmlRoyal Commission into National Natural Disaster Arrangements: https://naturaldisaster.royalcommission.gov.auBushfires in Australia - Promoting Resilience Down Under, MYD Global interview with Amanda Lamont: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIxllRl402cAFAC TV Interview with Amanda Lamont: https://www.facebook.com/AFACnews/videos/509672163123345/Promoting Disaster Resilience in the Land Down Under, MYD Global interview with Amanda Lamont: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXwdV8bgd1U

Sergio Galvis participated in a podcast with Jack Devine, the founding partner and president of the Arkin Group, to discuss managing risk while doing business in the opportunity-filled region. The Arkin Group is an international risk consulting and strategic intelligence firm that specializes in crisis management, investigative research, and business problem solving. The podcast presents practical strategies derived from Jack and Sergio's decades of experience, primarily in connection with cybersecurity threats and creating crisis plans. Jack and Amanda Mattingly, managing director at the Arkin Group, also authored a chapter on dealing with political violence and crime in Latin America. For more information, visit us at Sullcrom.com

Candyce Kelshall is using her organization, CASIS-Vancouver, to create a proactive model of disorder in the near long term. Why is this important and how does it relate to our COVID-19 global pandemic reality? About Candyce KelshallCandyce Kelshall is a seasoned, in-theatre operational director and has worked extensively with militaries and advising police forces around the world as well as designing and delivering training to specialist units.She is a former senior diplomat who is comfortable liaising with governments and operating at all levels within parliamentary and military contexts She has taught vocational (police, law enforcement, military and intelligence) as well as academic programs in over 17 countries. She has been teaching in a university professional program context for the last 10 years.Kelshall has extensive experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate programs in international relations, geo-strategic security, intelligence, risk & threat assessment. She has 30 years experience in diplomacy, law-enforcement and military professional training, and ten years as military and police advisor in the UK. She has previously served as a diplomat, naval officer, specialist advisor and consultant in disaster response, critical incident and terrorist response, national emergency management and multi-agency joint operations architecture, as well as training design for intelligence fusion centres. She is currently teaching at Simon Fraser University as an Adjunct Professor of Criminology. Her current research interests lie in violent transnational social movements and their role in fifth generation war, the evolving nature of contemporary conflict, post-structural perspectives on human security, and subaltern realism in developing countries.Kelshall is currently the President of the Canadian Association for Security and Intelligence Studies (CASIS) - Vancouver , which encourages and promotes the study and practice of intelligence and security through its research projects, instructional teams, the biannual publication of the Journal of Intelligence, conflict and Warfare, roundtable events and the annual CASIS West Coast Security Conference. She serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Intelligence, Conflict and Warfare, which publishes practitioner-focused briefing notes and articles on contemporary Canadian security issues. Kelshall is also a board member at the Canadian International Council - Vancouver, which is dedicated to advancing Canada's place in the world. Kelshall currently serves as the Director of DA-IC, which conducts specialist training to military units and police officers.Website: CASIS - VancouverFind CASIS on Social Media : @CASISVancouverCandyce Kelshall on Twitter: @CKelshallDr. Patrick Neal on Twitter: @patrickneal1Natalie Arch on Twitter: @N.ArchDiscover Small Conversations on Social MediaInstagramFacebookTwitterFind Susannah Steers at www.movingspirit.ca and on social media @themovingspirit.Find Gillian McCormick at https://physiogillian.com/ and on social media @physiogillian

At Toronto Centre, we are very fortunate to work with experts in financial supervision and regulation. While we are “on the go” at our programs, we are often presented with opportunities to sit down and chat with them, which we did recently at our International Program on Crisis Preparedness and Resolution Options in Stockholm. In this podcast, Cecilia Skingsley, Deputy Governor of the Riksbank, discusses the importance of communication in times of financial crisis and stability. She shares learnings from the Swedish crisis and briefly discusses how social media can be a communication tool for financial supervisors and regulators.

Author of Crisis Ready: Building an Invincible Brand in an Uncertain World, Melissa Agnes is a leading authority on crisis preparedness, reputation management, and brand protection.  Agnes is a coveted speaker, commentator, and adviser to some of today's leading organizations faced with the greatest risks. In 2015, she gave a TEDx talk in Los Angeles where she discussed the secret to successful crisis management in the 21st century. Agnes is the editor of the Crisis Ready Blog, a contributor to Forbes, and a go-to source for the press, with recent coverage including the Wall Street Journal, VIBE Magazine, USA Today, and many others. As a university guest lecturer, Agnes teaches crisis management in university courses around the world, including at NYU and McGill. In today’s episode, we discuss: The difference between issues and crisis How to prepare for the inevitable crises that will come your way Building your brand on social media What to do when an issue or a crisis occurs How Southwest Airlines and United Airlines handled crises differently Website: MelissaAgnes.com Instagram: @MelissaAgnes Twitter: @Melissa_Agnes Email: melissa@melissaagnes.com Facebook: Facebook.com/MelissaAgnes LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/MelissaAgnes Youtube: Youtube.com/c/MelissaAgnes Articles of interest ... 7 Questions on Social Media With Melissa Agnes Navigating the Social Media Crisis Spectrum Crisis Ready – Building an Invincible Brand in an Uncertain World Develop a Hashtag Strategy Before a Crisis Strikes Equifax's Crisis Response Strategy Past "Success is a Choice" podcast episodes of interest . . . Chris Voss (Former FBI Lead Negotiator) - Episode 081 Kevin DeShazo (Social Media Expert) - Episode 079 Justin Maust (John Maxwell Leadership Coach) – Episode 040 Jeremie Kubicek (Co-Founder of GiANT Worldwide) – Episode 015 Betsy Butterick (The Coaches’ Coach & Communication Specialist) – Episode 013 Ryan McCarty (Author of “Build a Culture of Good”) – Episode 007 Alan Stein (World-Class Performance Coach & Keynote Speaker) – Episode 003 Today’s podcast is brought to you by audible – get a FREE audiobook download and 30-day free trial (new subscribers only) at www.audibletrial.com/SuccessIsAChoice. Over 180,000 titles to choose from for your iPhone, Android, Kindle or mp3 player.  Our friends at audible are offering a free download of some of our past guests including Todd Gongwer, Kevin Harrington, Lolly Daskal, Bob Burg, Amy Morin, Michael Burt, Larry Winget, and Pat Williams. Take advantage of this great deal by visiting www.AudibleTrial.com/SuccessIsAChoice.    

Having perspective is always a good thing. In this interview, Joe McEnness, Executive Director – Office of Risk Management of the Catholic Church in Boston, discusses crisis preparedness. Having a plan is one thing, knowing how to implement that plan during a crisis is a totally different matter. Practicing the plan and ensuring your team […] The post Crisis Preparedness Interview with Joe McEnness appeared first on PreparedEx.

Having perspective is always a good thing. In this interview, Joe McEnness, Executive Director – Office of Risk Management of the Catholic Church in Boston, discusses crisis preparedness. Having a plan is one thing, knowing how to implement that plan during a crisis is a totally different matter. Practicing the plan and ensuring your team […] The post Crisis Preparedness Interview with Joe McEnness appeared first on PreparedEx.

Today's Flash Back Friday takes us back to Episode 43 from January 2011. Jason Hartman talks with Patricia Spigarelli wife of the late Jack Spigarelli who authored The Crisis Preparedness Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to Home Storage and Physical Survival. In this episode you'll learn how to: *Design a basic food-storage plan for your needs *Prepare your home for earthquakes *Assemble a workable emergency evacuation kit *Store fuel safely *and more … What people are saying: “A first-class book, probably the best available.” Conrad V. Chester, civil defense expert and chief researcher, Oak Ridge National Laboratory “Many times I have referred to [this] book…one of the few ‘normal' books on survival.” George Guillery, manufacturer of nuclear survival products “One of the best—well reasoned and complete—guides to personal preparedness.” Bruce Tippery, Remnant Review, Texas Website: Crisis Preparedness Handbook on Amazon

Welcome to episode #034 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Tom Iovino. As a Public Information Officer (PIO) or spokesperson for an organization, dedicating time to developing real, authentic relationships with reporters is an essential part of, not just your job, but your crisis preparedness. It’s a strategy that takes time, effort and genuine authenticity. It’s also a strategy that can be extremely rewarding in (and out of) a crisis. Within this episode of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, Tom Iovino and I discuss the value of media relations for crisis preparedness and provide some best practices for developing mutually beneficial relationships with reporters, bloggers and journalists. Whether you’re a PIO or the spokesperson for your organization, you’ll find some interesting and useful tactics and best practices within this episode. Enjoy! This post, TCIP #034 – Media Relations for Crisis Preparedness with Tom Iovino, originally appeared on melissaagnes.com.

Welcome to episode #014 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Chris Boddy Like many others, the Toronto Police Service is looking for opportunities to build efficiency and effectiveness within their agency. As a result of this, they’re doing some interesting things. For starters, they’ve developed a Strategy Management Unit with a strong [...] The post TCIP #014 – Toronto Police Service, Their Customer Service and Crisis Preparedness with Chris Boddy appeared first on The Crisis Intelligence Podcast.

Welcome to episode #004 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Rob Burton. Crisis simulations are the best way to prepare your team for a crisis and to strengthen your existing crisis plan. Within this episode, Rob Burton, managing director of PreparedEx, and I discuss the benefits and fun that comes with putting [...] The post TCIP #004 – Simulating Crises for Crisis Preparedness with Rob Burton appeared first on The Crisis Intelligence Podcast.

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Jason Hartman talks with Patricia Spigarelli wife of the late Jack Spigarelli who authored The Crisis Preparedness Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to Home Storage and Physical Survival.  More at: http://www.holisticsurvival.com/category/audio-podcast/.  In this episode you'll learn how to: *Design a basic food-storage plan for your needs *Prepare your home for earthquakes *Assemble a workable emergency evacuation [...]

Since January 12th, our televisions and computers have been flooded with pictures of horrific destruction and human suffering wrought by the earthquake in Haiti. What makes the images all the more heart-wrenching is the knowledge that most of the devastation could have been prevented by modern building codes and disaster preparedness techniques. The World Affairs Council of Northern California in cooperation with The Pacific Council’s Equitable Globalization Member Committee welcome Dr. Brian Tucker, President and Founder of GeoHazards International. With decades of work in the field, Dr. Tucker is an expert on incorporating better building practices into disaster risk management programs and international development efforts. He describes how his organization is attempting to prevent earthquakes and tsunamis from having disastrous effects in developing countries, and will outline some of the possible steps needed in Haiti to ensure that the next earthquake that strikes does not cause the havoc we are witnessing now. The discussion offers insights into the challenge of instituting disaster preparedness programs in the developing world – how political, social, technical and economic barriers can be overcome to protect people in the world’s most vulnerable regions from the devastating effects of natural disasters.