The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce and KU Small Business Development Center are partnering to provide a seminar on how local businesses can plan to protect their business and maximize their chances of recovery if disaster strikes. The meeting is scheduled for 7:30-9 a.m., Thursday, July 7 at the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce, 646 Vermont Street. Learn how to assess and address your business risks from Lt. Col. Dave Young, director Integrated Initiatives Office of the Adjutant General's Department.
''Our ability to rebuild after a catastrophic event and ensure a strong future in Lawrence relies on our willingness to plan for those events now,'' said Tom Kern, president/CEO of the Lawrence Chamber. ''This is an opportunity for our local businesses to come together to learn how they can help themselves and the community survive and recover if we ever are faced with the kinds of challenges we've seen in recent months.''
Col. Young is a recognized expert in the field of continuity of operations, helping businesses understand how to assess risk, prepare for potential disasters and plan for recovery. There is no charge to attend this event and it is open to all Lawrence businesses. Space is limited; registrations are required.
Date and Time
Thursday Jul 7, 2011
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM CDT
Location
The entrance to the offices is on Seventh Street between Vermont and Massachusetts streets.
