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On September 17, 2013, IEDC hosted a webinar on How to Communicate Effectively Before and After a Crisis with Kirstie Smith, Communications Director for the Joplin Chamber of Commerce, and Peggy Bendel, President of Bendel Communications ...

Both natural and man-made disasters can impact the fisheries industry. Depending on the nature of the disaster, fishing beds may not be impacted, while boats, equipment and other assets suffer damage. Or, the exact opposite can be true. While the ...

The increase in the occurrence and devastation of natural and man-made disasters is impacting the local economy in many communities. Communities that rely on seasonal industries such as tourism can find it especially challenging when an entire ...

Emergency preparedness can get you through the first few days following a disaster. But how can your community bounce back over the long term? With disasters becoming more common and costly, and with some areas enduring multiple disasters, the ...