Chicago, IL (1888PressRelease)
May 14, 2009 - One in four businesses experiencing a major emergency fails, and according to a study by The Advertising Council, less than half of America's business owners have an established, comprehensive disaster preparedness plan in place. With the number of declared emergencies having more than doubled in the past few years, being prepared is more important than ever
Join us as we discuss:
*Business continuity plans, procedures and project management tools
*Business risk analysis and impact of potential disasters
*Developing business unit management plans and procedures
*Implementing disaster plans through detailed testing and employee training
*Environmental issues and air quality control following a disaster
*Deploying emergency response and recovery teams to ground zero
*Insurance claims management to ensure maximum benefits under a policy
*Procedures to follow in reconstructing and restoring your structure and operations
*Life/safety techniques and proper triage training
*Effective communication systems during emergencies
*Pandemic, avian flu and other dangerous viruses
*Private/Public partnerships and government funding
*County fire department planning and resources available
*Federal, State and Local Government disaster planning and preparations
Early Registration Pricing is just $295, $100 off the regular cost, when you use discount code DPS and includes:
*Access to Speaker Presentation
*Access to Exhibitor Booths
*Information Packet
*Breakfast, Lunch, and Networking Hour
*Disaster Preparedness Emergency Kit
Here is what others are saying about previous seminars:
The speakers were great, their experienced showed and the solutions they provided in creating a disaster plan was cutting edge - a must attend event for anyone in emergency management!"
Cynthia Buchanan, BC Advisor, AIG
"Your summit was fundamental in improving our understanding of what it really takes to set up a disaster plan. In particular, it was great to see that the speakers took the time to answer all of my questions and concerns."
Frank Martin, Facilities Manager, Blue Cross
"Personally and professionally I believe everyone walked away with great information and tools to improve their disaster plans."
Jim Thomson, Sr. Program Manager, Microsoft Corporation
"Your knowledge of what it takes for a business to prepare and services available makes it clear: you are the industry's top disaster preparedness conferences."
Karen Jablonski, Sr. Director of Operations, Blank Rome LLP
"It was a great summit and all speakers were excellent! I'm looking forward to next years event."
Mary C. Cassidy, Disaster Recovery Coordinator/IT, United Way
"Very well organized. The networking opportunity allowed us to connect with other disaster planners of companies dealing with the similar issues. Best I've ever seen!"
John Jacoby, Manager Data Operations, Well Span Health
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