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CPAC's 11th Annual Symposium: Navigating the Path to Preparedness a Great Success
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The 11th annual Contingency Planning Association of the Carolinas (CPAC) Symposium took place on November 21-22 2008, with participation by more than 170 attendees representing several dozen organizations in the public and private sectors. CPAC Chairman David Shimberg noted that, "the participation this year was higher than 2007, a remarkable turnout considering how the economy has impacted many of our members and sponsor organizations."
This year CPAC partnered with a variety of experienced industry professionals who shared practical solutions; real-world examples and methodologies that help ensure organizations are prepared for business interruptions. A new High Education Track was offered to help colleges and universities better meet their disaster planning requirements.
Dr. Maurice Ramirez, Senior Physician-Federal Medical Officer in the National Disaster Medical System praised CPAC, saying, "I have spoken before business continuity and healthcare sustainment groups across North America. CPAC is among the best in this market for both quality of education and quality of speakers."
For the 11th consecutive year, the Symposium delivered a broad spectrum of breakout sessions and workshops, including Pandemic Preparedness - A Global Responsibility, (Suzanne Bernier Workplace Safety & Insurance Board), Crisis Management Analytical Tools (Ed Eaton, MBCI, Crisis Management International, Inc), and Integrating Faculty/Students/Staff Into Emergency Response and Planning (Chief William Daniel, Director of Fire and EMS Clemson University), among others. Bruce Blythe, CEO of Crisis Management International, delivered the keynote address: Risk Preparedness - The Next Wave in Business. Michael Smith, Director of Business Continuity at TIAA-CREF commented, "Once again, the CPAC organizers did an outstanding job of pulling together relevant session speakers for all levels of continuity experience. Having lived in other parts of the country, with similar chapters, CPAC stands above the crowd in the professionalism and value of its annual symposium."
The CPAC Board of Directors sincerely thanks all keynote and break out session speakers, sponsors, exhibitors and our dedicated members for making the 11th Annual Symposium a success.
ABOUT CPAC- The Contingency Planning Association of the Carolinas (CPAC) is a professional peer group which shares information, education and resources in contingency planning in North and South Carolina. CPAC supports proactive preparation for the resumption of business in the event of an unplanned interruption that adversely affects the operation of the organization.
SOURCE Contingency Planning Association of the Carolinas
CPAC's 11th Annual Symposium: Navigating the Path to Preparedness a Great Success
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Dec. 22 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The 11th annual Contingency Planning Association of the Carolinas (CPAC) Symposium took place on November 21-22 2008, with participation by more than 170 attendees representing several dozen organizations in the public and private sectors. CPAC Chairman David Shimberg noted that, "the participation this year was higher than 2007, a remarkable turnout considering how the economy has impacted many of our members and sponsor organizations."
This year CPAC partnered with a variety of experienced industry professionals who shared practical solutions; real-world examples and methodologies that help ensure organizations are prepared for business interruptions. A new High Education Track was offered to help colleges and universities better meet their disaster planning requirements.
Dr. Maurice Ramirez, Senior Physician-Federal Medical Officer in the National Disaster Medical System praised CPAC, saying, "I have spoken before business continuity and healthcare sustainment groups across North America. CPAC is among the best in this market for both quality of education and quality of speakers."
For the 11th consecutive year, the Symposium delivered a broad spectrum of breakout sessions and workshops, including Pandemic Preparedness - A Global Responsibility, (Suzanne Bernier Workplace Safety & Insurance Board), Crisis Management Analytical Tools (Ed Eaton, MBCI, Crisis Management International, Inc), and Integrating Faculty/Students/Staff Into Emergency Response and Planning (Chief William Daniel, Director of Fire and EMS Clemson University), among others. Bruce Blythe, CEO of Crisis Management International, delivered the keynote address: Risk Preparedness - The Next Wave in Business. Michael Smith, Director of Business Continuity at TIAA-CREF commented, "Once again, the CPAC organizers did an outstanding job of pulling together relevant session speakers for all levels of continuity experience. Having lived in other parts of the country, with similar chapters, CPAC stands above the crowd in the professionalism and value of its annual symposium."
The CPAC Board of Directors sincerely thanks all keynote and break out session speakers, sponsors, exhibitors and our dedicated members for making the 11th Annual Symposium a success.
ABOUT CPAC- The Contingency Planning Association of the Carolinas (CPAC) is a professional peer group which shares information, education and resources in contingency planning in North and South Carolina. CPAC supports proactive preparation for the resumption of business in the event of an unplanned interruption that adversely affects the operation of the organization.
SOURCE Contingency Planning Association of the Carolinas