Title: Crisis Management- Failing to Plan Means Planning to Fail

Brief Description: 

Running a business or nonprofit organization can be challenging, even on a good day. But, when a crisis hits, every day can seem nearly impossible to survive. The impact a crisis has on an organization as well as its employees, customers, neighbors, partners, and those most affected can be severe, and resolving that crisis will consume your energy, resources, and spirit. It doesn’t have to be this way. Sure, every-day roadblocks will emerge, but when it comes to show-stopping crisis events, there is a lot you can do to prevent and mitigate their impact while reducing long-term negative effects on your organization and its reputation. 

Takeaways:

• Learn concrete steps to assess your organization’s crisis readiness

• Assess the landscape of internal and external threats

• Establish an effective issues management process