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Join Preparing for the Unexpected host Alex Fullick and BCI Award Winning BCM/Risk guru, James Green as they interview attendees, and talk about all things related to risk, resilience, and Business Continuity, at the 2022 Continuity Insights Conference in Louisville, Kentucky. It’s also the 200th episode of Preparing for the Unexpected. During this second segment, Fullick and Green talk to: Ray Holloman, who gives a preview of his presentation ‘Reflections on the Nashville Christmas Day Bombing’…and some things to think about that might surprise you, like Libraries being used during crises. Margaret Millet, who returns to talk about some of the actions taken by Uber Technologies to address the situation in Ukraine and the challenges with communications and communication challenges. Tracey Rice, who discusses her conference presentation (with Mitzi Harlor, Cheyene Marling, and Alice Kaltenmark), ‘Breaking the Mold, Innovative Perspectives on Leadership’. They also touch on feedback and advice, challenging people to meet new people and network, mentoring and mentee relationships, criticism and framing feedback, openness, and Rice shares one of her biggest fears. Watch it here.

Strategies for the ultimate resilient organization, giving back to the community, high-level networking, and the exchange of strategies and ideas were all on display at the 2020 Continuity Insights Management Conference. Continuity Insights concluded its 20th annual conference at the Omni Hotel in Louisville, KY, last week, combining more than 55 sessions focusing on strategies for the ultimate resilient organization with the spirit of collaboration and some relaxing fun and games. The conference was attended by some of the discipline’s leading practitioners, industry experts, thought leaders, and vendor representatives. Conferees exchanged insights and ideas on critical issues affecting both veteran business continuity practitioners and professionals coming up through the ranks. Session tracks dedicated to case studies, emerging issues, professional development, program development & advancement, measurement/metrics/maturity, trending topics, and “ask the experts” panel discussions provided attendees with lessons learned and key takeaways from experienced business continuity professionals responsible for the integrity, availability, resilience, and security of their organizations. As the 20th annual conference’s high-level educational experience continued, those in attendance also took a much-deserved break from the intense learning exchange to have some fun and unwind during “The Best of Louisville” night, where conferees engaged in some healthy competition and comradery participating in the Continuity Derby, featuring four run-for-the-roses thoroughbred horse races where participants selected their picks for win/place/show. Additionally, the evening featured the Best of Louisville Trivia Challenge, as well two Bourbon Tastings hosted by a certified Kentucky Coronel. The night also included Kentucky’s finest cuisine, featuring the Hot Brown, ... Read more

The 20th annual Continuity Insights Management Conference will commence on Monday, April 25 at the Omni Hotel, Louisville, Kentucky. The conference comprises three days of comprehensive educational programming, numerous networking opportunities, including a review of the latest technologies and practices, additional certification, post-conference workshops, and much more. It’s the industry’s most advanced educational event for experienced business continuity professionals. “The Continuity Insights Management Conference has a rich tradition of showcasing the best and the brightest business continuity practitioners,” Executive Publisher and Conference Chairman Bob Nakao said. “In addition, the curriculum features the deepest, most advanced-level education program available at any industry educational event.” The conference will feature two keynote sessions and more than 75 presenters and panelists representing a cross section of the top thought leaders and subject matter experts for strategic business continuity discussion, while offering unmatched opportunities to learn from and network with those responsible for the integrity, availability, resilience, and security of their organizations. Each day of the conference will give those business continuity professionals in attendance the chance to participate in essential sessions addressing critical topics that will help them stretch boundaries, form meaningful collaborations, acquire first-hand information from subject matter experts, and learn how to incorporate exciting new skills, methods, and tools into their own business continuity plans. For the complete guide and registration, visit the conference website.

The 2022 Continuity Insights Management Conference features a first-rate curriculum packed with meaningful sessions addressing critical topics that will help all BC professionals stretch their boundaries, form collaborations, acquire first-hand information from subject matter experts, and learn how to incorporate exciting new skills, methods, and tools into their own business continuity plans. Scheduled for April 25-27, 2022 in Louisville, KY, the 20th annual Continuity Insights Management Conference offers educational tracks devoted to Case Studies, Trending Topics, Program Development & Advancement, Measurement, Metrics, and Maturity, Emerging Technology, and Professional Development, as well as lively and insightful “Ask the Experts” panels. Learn From the Experts The 2022 Continuity Insights Management Conference faculty is comprised of proven business continuity leaders, strategists, practitioners, and peers. Many of them are current business continuity and resiliency professionals; others are well-respected industry leaders who provide unique insights on the business continuity landscape and have experienced first-hand the situations you want to know about. The full conference program, including speakers, sessions, plenaries, and panel discussions, is available to view here. The 2022 conference will commence on Monday, April 25. The opening keynote, Workforce Resilience in the Wake of the Great Resignation, will be presented by internationally recognized expert and consultant in Business Continuity, Crisis Management, Disaster Recovery, and Risk/Crisis Communications Dr. Steven Goldman of MIT. Continuing Education The rate of change within the profession mandates that business continuity practitioners remain current with industry certifications. It’s the unspoken commitment to serving organizations of all sizes to ensure that continue ... Read more

The Kentucky Derby Museum. Get ready to mark this off your bucket-list! Experience Churchill Downs Racetrack, the most well-known racing venue in the world. The Kentucky Derby Museum includes daily historic walking tours, two levels of family-friendly interactive permanent & temporary exhibits, “The Greatest Race,” a 360-degree immersive sound and visual experience that’ll get your heart racing and emotions soaring, and a chance to meet the Museum’s resident Thoroughbred and companion pony. You will also have access to the Gift Shop, Kentucky fare in the Derby Cafe Express, and much more. What to Expect Make your way to the Kentucky Derby Museum at the Churchill Downs Racetrack, where you can present your voucher for admission to the museum and grounds. Follow the history and culture of the derby at your own pace: exhibits include trophies and artifacts from some of the Kentucky Derby’s greatest winners, a selfie-ready reproduction of the ‘Winners Circle,’ and an 18-minute, 360-degree, immersive movie about the Kentucky Derby called ‘The Greatest Race.’ At 30 minutes past the hour, you’ll have the chance to join a guided walking tour of the Churchill Downs racetrack. Follow a guide through the track where racing’s most famous jockeys have ridden horses such as Secretariat, Barbaro, Big Brown, California Chrome, and American Pharaoh to big, memorable wins. Adjacent to the Kentucky Derby Museum are the Finish Line Gift Shop and the Derby Café, which celebrates the derby with Kentucky fare like mint juleps and hot browns. Learn more.

Continuity Insights has announced that there’s still time to register for the 2022 Continuity Insights Management Conference scheduled for April 25-27 in Louisville. This unparalleled networking and education event features six learning tracks and more than 55 sessions dealing with today’s most compelling resilience issues. REGISTER HERE The six educational tracks feature case studies (including the ask the experts panel discussions), program development & advancement, emerging technology, trending topics, professional development, and measurement, metrics & maturity. More than 75 featured subject matter experts and industry thought leaders will give business continuity professionals a chance to discuss resilience at a critical and strategic level. The full conference agenda including sessions, workshops, speakers, and network events is available here. https://continuityinsights.com/events/20th-annual-continuity-insights-management-conference/ The conference will take place at the Omni Hotel, Louisville, KY. The complete program, including speakers, sessions, panel discussions, and workshops, is available here. VIEW THE 2022 CONFERENCE PROGRAM

Louisville Mega Cavern: Where else can you go ziplining, electric bike-riding, and take a tram tour, all underground? While visiting Louisville, you won’t want to miss Mega Zips, the world’s only underground zipline adventure tour featuring six ziplines nearly 100 feet off the cavern floor and two challenge bridges, Mega Zips is 2.5 hours of adrenaline-fueled adventure. You can have fun spelunking like never before. Though fun for the whole family, the kids will especially love MEGA QUEST, the only underground ropes challenge course in the world! Mega Quest features two levels and 76 challenge elements including mini-ziplines and rope walls. Explore at your own pace in this 2-hour adventure. Heights aren’t your thing? No problem! Enjoy the jumps in our 320,000 square foot BMX & MTB MEGA BIKE PARK, explore the furthest parts of the cavern on our MEGA eBIKE tour, or enjoy a seated historical tour of the cavern on our MEGA TRAM. Learn more.

The Conrad-Caldwell House Museum is a historic, Victorian mansion located in the heart of Old Louisville on St. James Court. It is one of the finest examples of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture and was the masterpiece of famed local architect Arthur Loomis of Clarke & Loomis. Surrounded by a beautiful courtyard neighborhood at the center of the largest collection of Victorian Homes in the US, “Conrad’s Castle” featured all the latest innovations of its day, including interior plumbing and electric lighting. Known for its beautiful woodwork and parquet floors, this massive Bedford limestone home, covered with gargoyles, beautiful archways, and elaborate stone designs, incorporated 7 types of hardwoods and magnificent stained glass windows in the interior design, making it one of the most stunning homes in Old Louisville. The Museum has been lovingly restored to the Edwardian Age, housing a massive collection of period items including many original pieces. Learn more.