Wed.Mar 19, 2025

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Long-term Disaster Resilience

Disaster Zone Podcast

We continue to see disasters increase in size, frequency and impact. What are we doing wrong when it comes to disaster resilience, especially as it impacts our ability to adapt to the climate impacts that are experiencing and take a longer view to disaster resilience. The podcast guest is Jeff Schlegelmilch an Associate Professor for Professional Practice in Climate.

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Security Industry Association Welcomes Lee Odess to SIA Board of Directors

Security Industry Association

SILVER SPRING, Md. TheSecurity Industry Association(SIA) has named Lee Odess to serve as the newest member of the SIA Board of Directors. Lee Odess is the CEO of The Access Control Collective (TACC), where he leads a dynamic portfolio of brands that shape how the access and smart lock industry evolves, communicates and innovates. Through multiple channels, he extends his influence and helps businesses navigate and excel in the evolving business landscape.

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Pres. Trump Signs Order to Shift Disaster Preparations Away from FEMA and to State and Local Governments

Recovery Diva

From Reuters: Trump Signs Order to Shift Disaster Preparations from FEMA to State and Local Governments. “President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that seeks to shift responsibility for disaster preparations to state and local governments, deepening his drive to overhaul the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The order, first previewed by the White House on March 10, calls for a review of all infrastructure, continuity, and preparedness and response policies to update

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SIA New Member Profile: NextGen Security

Security Industry Association

New Security Industry Association (SIA) member NextGen Security is an integrated physical and electronic security provider specializing in solutions for regulated entities and facilities in key vertical markets nationwide. The company is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, with additional offices in Austin, Dallas, Houston and Midland, Texas; Atlanta, Georgia; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Miramar, Florida; and works in all 50 U.S. states as well as Canada.

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How to Put Your Business Continuity Plans into Action

During a crisis, successful organizations are led by strong leaders who communicate continuously with all stakeholders and have plans that are flexible enough to allow changes to be made on the fly. What You'll Learn: Understanding the characteristics of actionable business continuity plans. Step-by-step guidance on building robust and adaptable BCPs.