In the Aftermath of Hurricane Michael
Nancy G. Allen
Nancy G is an expert at starting, growing, and supporting women-owned businesses.
Our thoughts are with you and the communities who may be impacted by the storm. We hope you stay safe, and we’re here if you have any questions or concerns.
"Homes are gone. Businesses are gone. Roads and infrastructure along [Hurricane Michael's] path have been destroyed. This hurricane was an absolute monster." -Gov. Rick Scott {VIDEO}
From Spectrum News: "[Hurricane Michael] was one of the most intense storms to ever make landfall in Florida. And it will likely be a costly recovery and relief effort for those in the path of the storm."
How you can help the victims --> here is a list of organizations, local, state, and nationwide groups that are helping Floridians recover from the storm.
*This is a possible opportunity to get your women-owned business involved in community service. Read more --> here.
Additional Resources:
Contact information for emergency management agencies and offices --> here.
Storm coverage updates from The Florida Channel --> here.
Updates on Hurricane Michael on Twitter --> here.
For more helpful info on disaster preparedness and recovery assistance, visit Fema.gov.
I wanted to share a few tips I've learned along the way to help your organization prepare proactively in case of hurricanes ...
Emergency Preparedness for Organizations
Crisis Communication: An ounce of prevention can save your business!
It's Time for Business Hurricane Preparation
Working with Small Businesses to Prepare for Emergencies from ready.gov
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