Avalution will be presenting on the following topics:

COVID Trends / Outputs

• False Sense of Security (“We don't need BC”)
• Practitioner Fatigue
• Plans, strategies, and programmatic mentalities that are no longer viable (e.g. WFH during hurricane, supply chain issues, omitting “black swan” events from planning and exercising)

Where to Go Now (Opportunities)

• Building on Executive Engagement to Drive Programs
• Using COVID Lessons Learned to Confirm Program Scope
• Reassess Strategies Based on Lessons Learned and Look Ahead to the Potential Upcoming Issues

Presenter Bios:

Ashley Helmick (MBCI) is an Associate Managing Consultant with Avalution Consulting – the creators of the Business Continuity Operating System™ and Catalyst Business Continuity Software. Ashley has implemented numerous business continuity and IT disaster recovery programs for organizations across several industries, including financial services, pharmaceutical distribution, and utilities. In addition, Ashley has performed several ISO 22301 program assessments for organizations preparing for certification. Ashley can be reached via email at ashley.helmick@avalution.com.

Patrick Meidenbauer (AMBCI) is a Senior Consultant with Avalution Consulting. Patrick specializes in developing effective and efficient solutions based on an organization’s unique needs. Patrick has supported the development and maintenance of business continuity, crisis management, and IT disaster recovery programs for both small and large organizations in the manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and financial services industries. Patrick can be reached via email at patrick.meidenbauer@avalution.com.

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