Get tips on protecting your company at the free webinar hosted by SBA &Agility
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Last year small businesses nationwide faced challenges recovering from economic losses caused by disasters like Hurricane Sandy, tornadoes, and the drought that affected much of the continental United States. All told, 11 disasters in 2012 caused $1 billion or more damages.
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There's much to learn from the rebuilding efforts of businesses in areas struck by disasters in 2012. Join the U.S. Small Business Administration and Agility Recovery on Tuesday, Jan. 15 at 2 p.m. EST for a free webinar looking at notable disaster events that occurred last year, new trends and technology that support business continuity, and steps your organization can take to prepare for any kind of disaster.
During the last four years, SBA has partnered with Agility to offer business continuity strategies through its "PrepareMyBusiness" website. Visit www.preparemybusiness.org to access previous webinars and for additional preparedness tips.
The SBA provides disaster recovery assistance in the form of low-interest loans to homeowners, renters, private nonprofits and businesses of all sizes. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov/disaster.
WHAT: "2012 Year-In-Review: Valuable Lessons & Best Practices" - A presentation from Agility CEO Bob Boyd followed by a question and answer session.
WHEN: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 - 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. EST
HOW: Space is limited. Register at https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/164389064
Contact: Carol Chastang (202) 205-6987
Internet Address: http://www.sba.gov/news
Advisory Number: MA13-01
SOURCE U.S. Small Business Administration
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