You don’t have to sit there and try to figure it all out by yourself. This powerful statement from Kevin Keane’s recent interview with Julie Clowes, District Director of the SBA, encapsulates a crucial truth for small business owners facing unexpected challenges. The conversation explored how businesses can prepare for disruptions, whether they come from natural disasters, economic downturns, or other unforeseen events.
Category: Resilience
Disaster Recovery: People and Preparedness with Gerald Thomas, COO, American Red Cross LA Region
In an effort to dig deeper, I interviewed experts in our region that focus on each of these three critical methods for approaching preparedness – Recovery, Continuity and Resilience.
The first of these with Gerald Thomas, COO of the American Red Cross in Los Angeles focuses on Disaster Recovery. We discuss the nuances of disaster preparedness, the critical role of volunteers, and the importance of community trust in recovery efforts. Thomas shares strategies for responding to disasters and highlights the human element that drives successful recovery.
Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, and Resilience: Understanding the Spectrum of Crisis Response
In an unpredictable world, businesses must prepare for disruptions ranging from natural disasters to cyberattacks. But let’s be real—these aren’t just technical problems; they impact people, livelihoods, and communities. The way a business responds to a crisis can make all the difference, not just in restoring systems but in supporting employees, customers, and stakeholders through…
Innovative Ways of Giving: Grassroots Responses to the LA Wildfires
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have once again demonstrated the resilience and compassion of communities coming together in times of crisis. While the flames tore through neighborhoods and threatened lives, the stories emerging from these disasters are about loss, certainly. They’re also about ingenuity, solidarity, and the innovative ways people are stepping up to…