RISE LOUISIANA: Disaster Response and Recovery Training

RISE LOUISIANA: Disaster Response and Recovery Training Resilience. Intervention. Support. Empowerment. Disasters can strike without warning—but with the right preparation, your business doesn’t have to be caught off guard. RISE LOUISIANA is a dynamic and practical half-day training designed exclusively for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit leaders seeking to build resilience and long-term recovery strategies. Led by experts in emergency management, insurance, finance, cybersecurity, and government contracting, this event provides small businesses with the critical knowledge, resources, and connections needed to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Participants will learn how to: 1.) Develop a disaster preparedness and continuity plan 2.) Secure proper insurance and risk management coverage 3.) Access SBA and FEMA recovery resources 4.) Prepare for workforce and operational disruptions 5.) Protect business data and technology from cyber threats 6.) Explore disaster-related contracting opportunities Whether you’re recovering from a past event or preparing for the future, this training will empower your business to stay resilient, informed, and ready to thrive in the face of adversity.

Speaker(s): JoAnn Lawrence Patrick Bell Kenyatta Sparks Paula Roddy Lisa Williams Jennifer Richard

Co-Sponsor(s): U.S. Small Business Administration Louisiana Department of Insurance Louisiana Workforce Commission SULLA APEX Louisiana North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce Louisiana Economic Development Southern University

Fee: No Cost