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What Every Business Should Know About Disaster Preparedness
Chamber Amplified
In this milestone 200th episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Doug Jenkins sits down with Gary Lehman from Ohio Homeland Security to discuss a critical, and often overlooked, topic for businesses: disaster preparedness and resilience.
From severe weather to cyber attacks, many businesses are not fully prepared for disruptions that can impact operations, employees, and customers. Gary shares insight into how the Ohio Public Private Partnership (OP3) helps connect businesses with resources to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why 85% of critical infrastructure is tied to the private sector
- The most common preparedness gaps for small businesses
- How businesses can build simple continuity plans
- Real-world examples of businesses stepping up during disasters
- The importance of coordination during emergency response efforts
- Free tools, training, and security assessments available through OP3
- How to get connected and start preparing your business today
Whether you’re a small business owner or part of a larger organization, this episode offers practical steps to help you protect your business and your team.
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