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39 Episodes

36 minutes | Aug 9, 2022
The Emergency Management Institute Leading Change in Professional Development
Every emergency manager has touched FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute (EMI) in one way or another during their career. As EMI surpasses 70 years of operation, the new Superintendent, Dr. Jeffery Stern discusses how to improve the training and education of the next generation of emergency managers, and the possibility of the development of an Emergency Management Command College. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
35 minutes | Jul 26, 2022
The Vision of Leadership
After suffering a traumatic and unfortunate brain injury, Jacob Green first changed career paths and became an EMT and a public safety dispatcher, then rose to the position of Assistant City Manager and founded Jacob Green & Associates, an organization that focuses on organizational and leadership development, emergency management, public safety, and crisis communications. Jacob Green is a nationally recognized expert in leadership development and crisis management and works to build stronger and more resilient teams. Links Jacob Green - https://jacobgreenandassociates.com/ If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
36 minutes | Jul 12, 2022
Mitigating Stress With Healthy Living
Occupational stress in first responders is associated with an increased risk in mental health problems, while the emotional toll first responders endure on the job has caused suicide rates to skyrocket amongst the industry. Today, prepare.respod.recover. host Todd DeVoe speaks with Brice Long, COO of O2X, an organization that provides customized wellness programs for public safety departments, the military, and federal agencies to improve the lives of the people that fight to keep us safe. O2X - https://www.o2x.com/ If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
28 minutes | Jun 21, 2022
Saving Lives Through Training
Due to the uptick of mass shootings over the years, many professions outside of law enforcement are now being trained in active shooter response programs. But have you ever thought about who teaches the law enforcement officers themselves? Join prepare.respond.recover. host Todd DeVoe as he talks with Erik Franco, the CEO of "High Speed Tac Med", one of the nation’s most sought-after active shooter training programs for law enforcement and firefighting. Learn about “Run, Hide, Fight” and how these trainings are preparing law enforcement officers to tackle an active shooter situation as quickly and efficiently as possible. HSTM - https://highspeedtacmed.com/ If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
34 minutes | Jun 7, 2022
How ShelterBox is Helping Relieve Humanitarian Crisis
A humanitarian crisis arises when an event affects vulnerable populations who are unable to withstand the negative consequences by themselves, and unfortunately, poor populations are likely to be more vulnerable to man-made or natural disasters. As other organizations fill the need for food and medical supplies, ShelterBox is providing the basic need for shelter. Listen in to this week’s episode of prepare.respond.recover as we explore how the disaster relief charity ShelterBox was formed and how they are working to help those in need. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
34 minutes | May 17, 2022
IBHS, Destroying Buildings to Save Yours
Today prepare.respond.recover. speaks with Lead Research Meteorologist and Senior Director for Standards and Analytics Dr. Ian Giammanco from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) as he talks about the crazy experiments IBHS conducts to save lives and property as a result of severe weather. Why does IBHS do what they do? As we unfortunately know, severe weather disrupts lives, displaces families, and drives financial loss, however IBHS’s building safety research helps lead us to real-world solutions for home and business owners, helping to create more resilient communities. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
23 minutes | May 3, 2022
Looking to Private Forecasters to Save Lives
According to NOAA, severe weather issues (such as more frequent and intense heat waves and hurricanes dumping more than the usual rainfall) are an increasing liability to the economy, with 10 weather and climate disasters costing more than $1 billion each so far this year! In addition, western wildfires have also cost more than $40 billion during the past two years alone. Today, prepare.respond.recover. speaks with StormGeo’s TropicWatch Manager Chris Hebert to discuss how the rising costs of changing weather trends, advances in data-gathering and processing, and access to low Earth orbit (remove comma) have allowed StormGeo to lead the way in keeping critical businesses informed on storms heading their way. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
39 minutes | Apr 19, 2022
Success Starts With Training
Todd Mans, Founder of The Blue Cell, joins prepare.respond.recover. host Todd DeVoe to discuss why he started his training and exercise company. The two Todds explore game theory, why education and training is essential for emergency management professionals, and why it is important to take a "big tent" approach to preparing local emergency services to respond and recover to major disasters. Tune into this week’s episode now to learn more. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
38 minutes | Apr 5, 2022
Lessons for Emergency Management from the War Zone
In this week's latest prepare.respond.recover podcast episode, learn how Capacity Building International uses the principles of emergency management to help rebuild communities ravished by war. Founder and Managing Director Kyle King and his team have been in Ukraine since 2014, and today King is looking to see how they can continue their critical work. Listen in today to learn more. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
46 minutes | Mar 22, 2022
5.11, Serving Those Who Serve
5.11 has become one of the most iconic brands in public safety clothing and equipment. Today, prepare.respond.recover talks with Chris Skahill, Director of Marketing for 5.11. Skahill explains the care and attention to detail 5.11 takes to ensure that those who serve have the clothing and equipment they need to accomplish some of the most demanding jobs you can think of. Tune in today to learn more. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
20 minutes | Mar 8, 2022
Shelter, The Human Need for Safety In An Austere Environment
The word “shelter” conjures thoughts of protection and safety—a haven from whatever storm needs to be weathered. On this episode of prepare.respond.recover, we are talking to Kari Honkaniemi, CEO of Bos Construction Solutions, about KT-Shelter (KTS). KTS is a robust and large-scale weather shelter capable of performing in the most challenging environments and is designed to protect equipment, machinery, gear as well as staff. Bos Construction Solutions realized there was a pain point for quality temporary shelter, and they have solved that problem. Listen in today to learn more. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
23 minutes | Feb 15, 2022
Keeping Your Employees Safe With Technology
Safety in the workplace is more than a yellow vest and having a hard hat and eye protection on. It is about keeping your single most important assets (your employees!) safe. In this episode, prepare.respond.recover talks to Glen Silver, Vice President of Sales, and Doug Mayer, Emergency Management, Fire/Haz-Mat Response Business Development Specialist, at Blackline Safety--one of the leading safety companies in the world. Blackline is transforming the industrial and emergency services workplace through connected safety technology, and what makes them unique is their ability to combine technology with traditional safety systems in order to save lives. Tune in this week to hear how their goal is to ensure every emergency responder has the confidence to get the job done and to return home safely. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
35 minutes | Jan 18, 2022
IPAWS Keeping America's Critical Communications Solution
Tune into this week’s prepare.respond.recover episode as we discuss the history and future of emergency notification systems in the United States. FEMA's Integrated Public Alert & Warning Systems (IPAWS) are an important tool in keeping the public safe and informed during a critical event. The Integrated Public Alert & Warning System is FEMA's national system for local alerts that provide authenticated emergency and life-saving information to the public through mobile phones using Wireless Emergency Alerts, to radio and television via the Emergency Alert System, and on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Weather Radio. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
31 minutes | Dec 7, 2021
Using Communications To Keep Your Team Safe
goTenna is changing how we think about communications in the disaster zone. If you have ever seen a spy movie or a military film where they track their team in harm's way, you have a basic understanding of what goTenna is all about. goTenna is seeking to fill in the communication gaps. These gaps in communications may be putting lives and livelihoods at risk. Join us in this prepare.respond.recover episode as we take a deeper look into how goTenna’s system can help out in a disaster, by keeping track of your team and ensuring their safety. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
22 minutes | Nov 30, 2021
Leadership Inspiring Preparedness
Creating a culture of preparedness is every emergency managers’ dream. Tune into the latest prepare.respond.recover podcast episode as Charles Mullenger, President & CEO of Ethos Preparedness, and host Todd De Voe discuss how Ethos is inspiring preparedness from the personal to organizational level, with the mission to save lives while building culture and community along the way. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
23 minutes | Nov 16, 2021
The Hard Working Verizon Emergency Response Team
Thousands of employees work tirelessly behind the scenes of what we take for granted on a daily basis. Join us in this week’s Prepare.Respond.Recover episode as we hear from two Verizon Emergency Response Team members, who are at the forefront of emergency response. When called upon, this dedicated team responds to ensure communications are in play from rural area manhunts, wildfires, and hurricanes. Within hours of an issue, this team often finds themselves on the road dragging a trailer towards the issue. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
33 minutes | Nov 2, 2021
It Is Critical to Have a Mass Notification Plan
Emergency notifications save lives. Join Prepare.Respond.Recover as we explore how organizations can effectively implement mass notification strategies. Having a good plan in place ensures that your team will receive information when they needed it the most. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
30 minutes | Oct 19, 2021
The Cooling Solutions Challenge DHS's Fight Against Climate Change
Join Prepare. Respond. Recover. as we explore the Department of Homeland Security’s prize competitions on strengthening the nation’s resilience to climate change. The “Cooling Solutions Challenge” is part of DHS’s effort to implement a proactive approach to climate change resilience. DHS is looking for novel ways to protect those at risk of heat-related illness or death, including first responders, households or group quarters without access to conventional cooling systems or are experiencing sustained power outages, plus displaced or homeless populations. Relative to current cooling solutions, these new designs will be more eco-friendly and energy-efficient, while being cost-effective, scalable, durable, and allowing for alternate power sources. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
42 minutes | Oct 5, 2021
Planning for the Known and Unknown
If you have spent any time in the Northeast during the winter (or in other areas of the world with regular snowfall), you may have seen on the local TV or heard on the radio that schools and businesses are closed due to snow. We call this a snow day. COVID-19 has impacted the way we live our lives, and the world has just experienced the largest collective snow day in the history of snow days. Mark McCourt waves the tail of what it means to pivot and make changes due to unforeseen problems (Black Swan events), as well as make changes due to issues that we should have seen coming (Gray Rhino events). If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
41 minutes | Sep 21, 2021
Exploring SBP's Five Steps to Holistic Disaster Recovery
Join us as host Todd De Voe sits down with the CEO of one of the most dynamic, disaster recovery non-profits in the United States, SBP. SBP was founded in March of 2006 by Zack Rosenburg and Liz McCartney after they volunteered at St. Bernard Parish after Hurricane Katrina. Rosenburg noticed a deficiency in how recovery was being done, and together he and Liz put a plan in place to help rebuild a community in need. Today, SBP has built thousands of homes for disaster victims across the United States with a simple five step plan. Tune in now for this must-listen episode of the prepare.respond.recover podcast. If you would like to learn more about the Natural Disaster & Emergency Management (NDEM) Expo please visit us on the web - https://www.ndemevent.com
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