This session provides a framework for preparedness that can be used by the private sector, public sector and non-profit organizations to support the reduction of risk. This session demonstrates how investment in preparedness against both natural and man-made threats and hazards minimizes recovery time and expense, and promotes resilience strategies for both organizations and their employees. The session covers three case study examples of preparedness, response and recovery in Clark County, Nevada, and offers a number of tools and strategies for minimizing risk and maximizing resiliency that can be applied to any organization.

Learning Objectives:

1. Lessons learned from Clark County, NV disaster preparedness, response and recovery
2. Tools for enhancing business preparedness and response capability
3. How emergency management, risk management and resiliency are inextricably linked