Resilience Series: Disaster Impact & Recovery Planning (In Person)

Johnston County Small Business Resilience Program

Prepare. Respond. Recover. Stay Open.

Thanks to funding from Duke Energy, the Triangle East Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Small Business Center at Johnston Community College, invites small business owners to participate in a powerful 3-part training series designed to strengthen your business against unexpected disruptions.

From hurricanes and floods to cyber threats and power outages, today's businesses face more risks than ever before. This program equips you with the tools, knowledge and local connections needed to protect your business and recover faster.

Why Attend?

• Learn how to safeguard your business from natural and digital disasters
• Hear directly from experts and local emergency leaders
• Build a practical resilience and recovery plan
• Connect with other business owners in your community
• Become eligible to apply for grant funding to support your preparedness efforts (must attend all three sessions)

Space is limited. Secure your spot and take the first step toward building a more resilient business.

Workshop 1: Disaster Impact & Recovery Planning

What happens after disaster strikes?

This session focuses on understanding damage, navigating insurance considerations, and applying real-world lessons learned from Western North Carolina communities still recovering from Hurricane Helene.

Topics include:

• Assessing business damage and losses
• Insurance insights and common gaps
• Recovery timelines and decision-making
• Lessons learned from recent disaster recovery efforts