Press Releases

June 1, 2004—SF Ready Meeting Annoucement: June 2004 Terrorism Update: Special Agent Daniel H. Butler, Ph.D., Federal Bureau of Investigation, will speak on Al-Qaida's Operational Tactics. Special Agent Catherine Mannherz, Federal Bureau of Investigation, will discuss the FBI's Counter-terrorism Mission.
July 25, 2003—Meeting Announcement: Managing Employees During Sudden or Unusual Public Emergencies: When a major disaster or significant emergency occurs in San Francisco and the region, what can businesses expect from the City? What are the City’s plans for response and recovery? In order for you to plan appropriately it is very important to understand the local governments response. This month’s topic—The City and County of San Francisco—Preparedness and Response Plans objective is to give you an overview of the City’s plan, what to expect and also what not to rely on.
May 27, 2003—Meeting Announcement: Managing Employees During Sudden or Unusual Public Emergencies: We have four business continuity professionals who will be sharing their knowledge and personal experience to help you get ready for whatever else is next!
January 10, 2003—Meeting Announcement: Automated Electronic Defibrillators (AEDs): John Brown, M.D., American Heart Association committee member and Medical Director for the San Francisco Emergency Medical Association, will be presenting the latest PAD information about saving lives in the workplace.
December 3, 2002—Meeting Announcement: Assessment, Mitigation Strategies and Business Restoration: Regina Phelps, an internationally recognized expert in the field of emergency management and continuity planning, will discuss how to conduct a threat assessment of your business and use that information to develop mitigation strategies and business restoration programs. Mary Clare Bennett will also facilitate a discussion about potential topics for next year.
October 8, 2002—Meeting Announcement: Nip it in the Bud—Threat Assessment and Workplace Violence Policies.: Our speakers (Kevin O’Neill and Keith Headman) will discuss how to develop a threat assessment program and policies for your business and real-life applications.