Latest Podcasts
The End of Check-the-Box Exercises: Why Organizations Need More Than Just a Test
In this episode of the PreparedEx Podcast, Rob discusses why the traditional “check-the-box” approach to crisis exercises is no longer enough. As organizations face more complex risks, increased regulatory scrutiny, and higher expectations from boards, customers, and stakeholders, exercises must do more than satisfy a requirement. They need to validate…
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Crisis Management Unveiled: Strategic Moves, Team Dynamics, and Scenario Planning
In Episode 125 of the PreparedEx podcast, join us as we demystify the complex landscape of crisis management with industry expert Sean Cunnigham. From dissecting the strategic layer’s role during a crisis to rethinking the function of the Chair of the Crisis Management Team, this episode leaves no stone unturned. We also delve into the…
Bi-Annual (late) update from Rob Burton on PreparedEx
An update from Rob Burton, CEO of PreparedEx, LLC.
Navigating the SEC’s New Cybersecurity Disclosure Landscape with Brian Haugli
In this illuminating episode of the Preparedex LLC podcast, we took a close look at the SEC’s newly finalized cybersecurity disclosure rules, a topic that’s become pivotal in corporate boardrooms across the country. With its potential to redefine the landscape for public companies, it’s crucial for business leaders, investors, and professionals alike to grasp the…
Future-Proofing Society: Inside the World of High-Stakes Simulation Exercises
In today’s episode of the PreparedEx podcast, we invite a specialist in simulation exercises to explore a diverse range of topics. Here’s what we cover: Nuclear Strategic Level Exercises: Our guest provides insight into the intricacies of planning and executing nuclear strategic level exercise scenarios, discussing the key factors that make these simulations successful and…
Leading Through Crisis: Securing Buy-In for Your Simulation Exercise Program
In this episode, we explore the crucial task of securing senior leadership buy-in for a Crisis Simulation Exercise Program. With the unpredictability of the business world, being prepared for potential crises is an absolute necessity, not a luxury. Crisis simulations play a significant role in this preparedness, but getting the top brass on board can…
Navigating Crisis: Perspectives from the Ground – Sudan Crisis and Its Impact
In this engaging episode, our guest Ruben Hoornveld, a seasoned security professional based in Somalia, shares his first-hand experiences and insights from the recent Sudan crisis. Our conversation begins with the guest’s personal account of the impact the Sudan crisis had on their work in Somalia. Ruben shared complexities of operating in such volatile environments…

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