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October 2023 | Volume VIII | No. 5

IN THIS ISSUE 4Disaster Recovery Seminar 4Leadership Springfield Underway 4Employer Retirement Plan Mandate

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Overtime Rule Proposed by Dept. of Labor Chamber Encourages Employers to Submit Comments

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Association Health Plan Available Five Health Alliance Plans Offered

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Leadership Springfield Program Underway Now in Its 38th Year

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Curtis Dubay of U.S. Chamber to Keynote Economic Outlook Breakfast

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Chamber Business Scholarship Fund Recipient of Charitable Donations at Local Concert­­

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Members Make Connections at Elected Officials Event­­

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Board Election New Directors Elected­­for 2024

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ELECTED OFFICIALS RECEPTION

Message From the CEO Employers Should Plan for Laws Taking Affect in 2024

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Disaster Recovery Seminar Scheduled for November 1

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Deadline Looming for Retirement Mandate

The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Elected Officials Reception was held on September 13, 2023 at the office of the Illinois REALTORS. Fehr Graham was the Presenting Sponsor for the event.

Employers with 5 or more Employees Affected

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Welcome to Our New Members

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BUSINESS SERVICES & TECHNOLOGY 24 25

Safeguarding Success: The Crucial Importance of Disaster Planning for Businesses Category Listings The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce 501 E. Capitol Ave., Suite A | Springfield, Illinois 62701 217.525.1173 | www.gscc.org

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Chamber Mission Enhance our members’ success and advocate on their behalf Chamber Vision To be the voice of business and catalyst that promotes a vibrant community and economy What We Value Accountability Community Dedication Integrity Leadership Teamwork

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EMPLOYERS SHOULD PLAN FOR

MESSAGE FROM THE CEO LAWS TAKING EFFECT IN 2024

Mike Murphy President and CEO As we enter the 4th Quarter of 2023, it is time to start planning for 2024. A couple of items that you need to be aware of even before the next year begins are some changes that might affect your operation.

RETIREMENT MANDATE FOR ILLINOIS EMPLOYERS WITH 5 OR MORE EMPLOYEES A state-wide mandate for Illinois employers to provide a retirement plan has been in effect since 2019 for businesses with 25 or more employees, and later for employers with 16 or more employees. Starting November 1, 2023, businesses with 5 or more employees must be in compliance with this law. Simply put, if you have 5 or more W-2 employees you must have a retirement plan in place. Employers who meet the eligibility criteria must either enroll their employees in Illinois Secure Choice, a plan offered by the Illinois State Treasurer, or sponsor a qualified plan through the private market. The Chamber offers a 401k option for employers to comply with the mandate. More details can be found on page 7.

PAID LEAVE FOR ALL WORKERS ACT TAKES EFFECT As of January 1, 2024, the Paid Leave for All Workers Act will require Illinois

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employers to provide each of their employees, including part-time employees and domestic workers, up to 40 hours of paid leave for every 12-month period. Such employees will accrue one hour of paid leave for every 40 hours worked. The Act requires paid leave for all employees, with some exemptions including employees who come within the definition of “employee” under the federal Railroad Unemployment Insurance Act, school district or park district employees, college or university students providing temporary services for their college or university, shortterm employees of institutions of higher education, and construction, delivery, pickup, transportation and state agency employees who are working under a bona fide collective bargaining agreement. If you have any questions on the impact on your business, please reach out to me and/or contact your legal advisor regarding this Act.

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Health Plan (AHP), which aims to save members and their employees money, while giving them more options with their healthcare choices. The AHP is geared towards small-to-mid sized businesses, allowing them to gain the buying power of a larger employer when it comes to their healthcare options, including exposure to benefit plan choices currently unavailable to traditional small group employers.

Health Alliance, well known throughout the state for high-quality care and excellent service, coordinates essential ser vices, including claims administration, medical management, provider network access and pharmacy benefits for the association. Five different plans are available, and employers can offer up to two (2) plans. To qualify, you must be a member in good standing of The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. More information is available on page 10.

If you are considering offering health care benefits to your employees in 2024, The Chamber offers an Association

Chamber’s Core Functions Advocacy

As a significant voice of business, we support legislative policies and practices conducive for a thriving business community and local economy, and oppose those that are not.

Business Resources & Support

We connect local businesses to resources that address specific needs, protect their businesses, and increase opportunities for growth.

Leadership & Professional Development

We offer opportunities for professional growth and leadership development to members and their employees.

Visibility & Connections That Matter

We provide marketing, programming and relationship-building opportunities to help members make strategic connections.

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TIERED INVESTORS Summit Level

2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Executive Committee Chair Sharon Riechers.....................................................BUNN Chair-Elect Kayla Edwards...........................Express Employment Professionals 1st Vice Chair Tyler Cormeny..................................... O’Shea Builders

Leadership Level

HSHS Medical Group Foundation Level

Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. Visionary Level

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. Express Employment Professionals Premier Level

U.S. Bank

Vice Chair Jennifer Call...................................................... TROXELL Vice Chair Kevin Corbin.............................................Edward Jones Secretary/Treasurer Josh Shugart...............................................................KEB Immediate Past Chair Mark Donovan..............................................................INB

At-Large Directors Kathyy Battee-Freeman.............University of Illinois Springfield Jennifer Boyer...........................Springfield Clinic, LLP Chris Bullock............................... Capitol Radio Group Mylas Copeland......Green Toyota Volkswagen Audi

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Bank of Springfield KEB PNC Bank Sikich LLP Executive Level

BUNN Carrollton Bank CEFCU Security Bank, s.b.

Warren-Boynton State Bank Tiered Investors receive recognition and enhanced services for an additional investment. To learn more, contact Mike Murphy at (217) 525-1173 x205 or mmurphy@gscc.org.

Jeff Dillman..............MASCO Packaging & Industrial Supply, Inc. Anna Evans.......................................... Memorial Health Josh Flanders....................... Buzz Bomb Brewing Co. Ronda Folkerts............................Hanson Professional Services Inc. Matthew Fry........................ HSHS St. John’s Hospital Angela Nguyen......................................... Horace Mann Erica Riplinger............. Brown, Hay & Stephens, LLP Adam Solomon........................... Solomon Colors, Inc. Kim Staff....................................................... Staff Carpet

Appointed Director Jeff Large.....................Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc.

GSCC STAFF Mike Murphy........................................President & CEO Lisa Schafer...........................................VP - Operations

Chamber Mission: Enhance our members’ success and advocate on their behalf.

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David Earhart............................VP - Member Services Teri Hill..............................Advertising Representative Melissa Horn......................................... Events Manager Jasmine Dickerson............. Administrative Assistant

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DISASTER RECOVERY SEMINAR SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 1

Representatives will cover topics like insurance, technology, and property restoration as well as other key features to a plan.

Attendees will also receive a free “Ready Action Plan” web-based planning kit, compliments of Peerless Cleaning & Restoration Services.

The Chamber, with Presenting Sponsor O’Shea Builders is offering a Disaster Recovery Seminar to assist Chamber members and other local businesses with preparing for a business disruption.

Networking and lunch, provided by McAlister’s Deli, will begin at 11:00 a.m. Cost to attend is $55. To register, go to www.gscc.org.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

The November 1 program will be held at Levi, Ray & Shoup, 2401 W. Monroe from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m..

Given recent unexpected weather-related disasters and other business disruptions our community has experienced, a business continuity plan is more vital than ever for protecting critical operations, resources and services. At this seminar, attendees will learn about the components to building a plan that is reliable, comprehensive, and effective for any business disruption scenario.

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DEADLINE LOOMING FOR RETIREMENT MANDATE EMPLOYERS WITH 5 OR MORE EMPLOYEES AFFECTED Starting November 1, 2023, employers with 5 employees or more will have 60 days to implement a retirement program.

Employers can choose to enroll in the Illinois Secure Choice program offered by the Illinois State Treasurer or set up a 401(k) or a Simple IRA plan for their employees.

The Chamber has researched alternatives and is offering a member benefit, Signature Fiduciary Connect by John Hancock, which offers small to mid-size companies a simple, flexible and easy to administer 401(k) plan. To qualify, you must be a member in good standing with The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.

This option allows the employer greater control of the plan and there are federal tax credits available to help offset the administrative cost of the plan.

All employers that participate in a plan other than Illinois Secure Choice must register with the Illinois State Treasurer office to confirm compliance with the law. To do so, go to https:// employer.ilsecurechoice.com/illinoisertpl/enroll/createEmp/ viewCollectEmpPreRegDetails.cs.

Regardless of what option is chosen, it is important that your business is compliant with the law to avoid fines ($250/ employee) and penalties.

To learn more about Signature Fiduciary Connect, contact Lisa Schafer at 217-525-1173 ext. 203 or lschafer@gscc.org.

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OVERTIME RULE PROPOSED BY DEPT. OF LABOR CHAMBER ENCOURAGES EMPLOYERS TO SUBMIT COMMENTS Millions more workers would be eligible for overtime under a proposed rule released by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). If the rule is finalized and implemented, overtime protections would be extended to approximately 3.6 million more workers, according to the DOL. The DOL has proposed raising the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA’s) annual salary-level threshold to $55,068 from $35,568 for white-collar exemptions to overtime requirements and to $143,988 from $107,432 for highly compensated employees. The department also is proposing automatic hikes every three years to the overtime threshold. Industry groups have urged flexibility on the salary-level thresholds and automatic updates.

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The Chamber encourages its members to submit comments with the U.S. Department of Labor, which are due on or before November 7, 2023. Comments should include Regulatory Information Number 1235AA39 and may be filed either electronically or by mail.

Electronic comments can be filed through the Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov/.

Mailed comments should be submitted to:

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ASSOCIATION HEALTH PLAN AVAILABLE FIVE HEALTH ALLIANCE PLANS OFFERED The Chamber’s Association Health Plan (AHP) aims to save members and their employees money while giving them more options with their healthcare choices. The AHP is geared towards small-to-mid sized businesses, allowing them to gain the buying power of a larger employer when it comes to their healthcare options, including exposure to benefit plan choices currently unavailable to traditional small group employers.

QUOTES AVAILABLE FROM THESE CHAMBER MEMBER AGENCIES American Central Insurance Services, Inc.

Health Alliance, well known throughout the state for high-quality care and excellent service, coordinates essential services, including claims administration, medical management, provider network access and pharmacy benefits for the association. Five different plans are available, and employers can offer up to two (2) plans.

To qualify, you must be a member in good standing of The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce. Members can receive more information at www.gscc.org/association-health-plan or by contacting Lisa Schafer (217) 525-1173 ext. 203 or David Earhart at The Chamber at (217) 525-1173 ext. 215.

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. BOS Investment Services Dimond Bros. Insurance Agency Forsyth Insurance Group, Inc. Goodenow Insurance Agency Insurance Partners, Inc. Lee/O`Keefe Insurance Agency, Inc. Snyder & Snyder Insurance Agency TROXELL

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LEADERSHIP SPRINGFIELD PROGRAM UNDERWAY NOW IN ITS 38TH YEAR

Leadership Springfield, a program of The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce, recently kicked off its 38th annual class.

Leadership Springfield exists to assist with the development of current and future leaders for area businesses, organizations, and the community at-large. Upon completion of the program, participants will be recognized and honored during our Annual Gala in 2024.

Over 14 weeks this fall, participants will learn about various personality types, leadership styles and roles, leadership choices, time management, cultural intelligence, and team building. They will also enhance their leadership capabilities by learning from some our community’s best leaders, developing a deeper awareness of our community in the areas of Tourism, Healthcare, Education, Local & State Government, Homeland Security, Agriculture, and Technology.

Outside of regular program sessions, participants are also challenged to exercise creativity and problem-solving skills by working as teams on projects for the benefit of area notfor-profit organizations.

Leadership Springfield may be more relevant today than any other time in the program’s history. When you consider our ever-changing culture, ongoing technological advances, and the need for leaders to guide organizations while connecting the right people to the right priorities – great leadership is essential.

CLASS PARTICIPANTS Wayne Ball TROXELL

Beth Long Heartland Credit Union

Kristin Booher Lincoln Land Community College

Kellie Mast United Community Bank

Nicholas Bristow HSHS St. John’s Hospital

Elizabeth McCoy Springfield Clinic, LLP

Kate Broida CEFCU

Jen McMillin Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery

Jessica Covey Gentiva Hospice

Sarah Oglesby Compass for Kids, Inc.

Brittany DeRiggi HSHS Medical Group

Ethan Posey Community Relations, City of Springfield

Jason Dockter Lincoln Land Community College Natalie Donaldson HSHS St. John’s Foundation Megan Edwards YMCA of Springfield Sarah Enlow Hanson Professional Services Inc. Jessica Flynn University of Illinois Springfield Devyn Gentry INB Joe Heigert Springfield Clinic, LLP Andrew Hines Security Bank Melissa Horn Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce

Devin Powell O’Shea Builders Christina Prefountain Orthopedic Center of Illinois Ryan Randolph Sikich LLP Matt Rapps Chronister Oil Company Jared Rickord Bank of Springfield Olivia Rohr BRANDT, Inc. Matthew Rubin Horace Mann Katie Schmidt HSHS St. John’s Hospital Henry Schmitz Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc.

Lori Beth Huddleston PNC Bank

Kandi Sidoli Community Child Care Connection

We need leaders who, for decades to come, will understand how to bring people together to solve problems and not just talk about them. And, maybe most of all, we need leaders who want to and will do the right thing, even in the face of opposition.

Erin Hutchins BUNN

Jake Szerletich Medics First

Joshua Johnson Hickory Point Bank

Alex Totura YMCA of Springfield

Jonah Kadyk BUNN

Ashley Vance Solomon Colors, Inc.

Information about this year’s class and Leadership Springfield in general can be found on the Chamber’s website at www. gscc.org/class-info.

Shelby Kaiser SIU School of Medicine

Lisa Williams Melotte Morse Leonatti Parker, Ltd.

Carley Kulenkamp Brown, Hay & Stephens, LLP

Lyn Williams Springfield Public School District 186

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CURTIS DUBAY OF U.S. CHAMBER TO KEYNOTE ECONOMIC OUTLOOK BREAKFAST Carrollton Bank and The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce will present the 2023 Economic Outlook Breakfast on Wednesday, November 8 at Lincoln Land Community College.

Curtis Dubay, Chief Economist for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, will discuss national economic data and trends and their potential impact at the local level.

Cost for the event is $35, or $400 to sponsor a table (8 seats). Members can register at www.gscc.org.

Along with Carrollton Bank, Premier Sponsor Hanson Professional Services, Partner Sponsors Comcast Business and Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance, and Venue Sponsor Lincoln Land Community College all help make this event possible.

Doors open at 7:15 a.m., with a buffet breakfast served to attendees by Lincoln Land Community College culinary students.

The program begins at 8:00 a.m.

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In his role at the U.S. Chamber, Dubay tracks the condition of the economy, analyzes the impact of public policy on economic growth, and runs the Chamber’s Chief Economists Committee.

The committee consists of chief economists from member businesses helping the Chamber formulate economic policies and provides analysis to policymakers in Washington, D.C.

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CHAMBER BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

RECIPIENT OF CHARITABLE DONATIONS AT LOCAL CONCERT The Greater Springfield Chamber Foundation Business Scholarship Fund was the beneficiary of proceeds raised through the “Supper & a Song” Concert presented by Knob Hill Landscape Company on September 23.

Uncle Lucius, an Austin, Texas based band that delivers a soulful fusion of classic rock, blues, and country, and local band Wayward Motel, an American, 5-piece rock band from Springfield, performed at the event.

Attendees enjoyed a full farm-to-table dinner and the show. The event was held outside under the stars at the Knob Hill Outdoor Living Showroom.

annual $2,500 scholarship to a full-time junior, senior or graduate student within the College of Business at the University of Illinois Springfield. As the fund grows, The Chamber intends to offer additional scholarships at other higher-education institutions in the community.

Organizations or individuals interested in contributing to the scholarship fund should mail a check, payable to “Greater Springfield Chamber Foundation,” to the Chamber office at 501 E. Capitol, Suite A, Springfield, IL 62701. Contributions are tax-deductible.

A portion of ticket sales from the event will be donated to the Scholarship Fund. Chamber staff were also on hand to sell raffle tickets that will benefit the fund. Raffle tickets are on sale through December 7, when a winner will be announced at the Chamber on Tap that evening. Raffle tickets can be purchased at Chamber events or by calling The Chamber.

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MEMBERS MAKE CONNECTIONS BOARD ELECTION AT ELECTED OFFICIALS EVENT

NEW DIRECTORS ELECTED FOR 2024

The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce Elected Officials Reception was held on September 13, 2023 at the office of the Illinois REALTORS. Chamber members were able to interact with 35 elected officials in attendance.

In keeping with Chamber bylaws, Chamber members in good standing elected eight Chamber members to threeyear terms, effective January of 2024, as At-Large Directors.

Congratulations to the following members who have been elected to serve either a first or second term on The Chamber Board of Directors:

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor Fehr Graham, Premier Sponsor Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance, and our Partner Sponsor INB.

Group photo of the Elected Officials in attendance at the Chamber’s Elected Officials Reception.

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Brent Borah, Bank of Springfield

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Chris Bullock, Capitol Radio Group

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Jennifer Call, TROXELL

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Kayla Edwards, Express Employment Professionals

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Josh Flanders, Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

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Jeff Large, Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc.

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS JULY & AUGUST

For more information on our new members, please visit our Business Directory at www.gscc.org.

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Melotte Morse Leonatti Parker, Ltd.

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Rick Levin & Associates, Inc.

Heather Camille Realtor, The Real Estate Group

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The Storyteller Studios, Inc.

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Susan G. Komen

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High Performance Company

3 Gen Hospitality Group

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Travelers Kitchen

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Illinois Environmental Regulatory Group

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SAFEGUARDING SUCCESS: THE CRUCIAL IMPORTANCE OF DISASTER PLANNING FOR BUSINESSES In today’s rapidly changing world, the need for disaster planning in businesses and organizations cannot be overstated. Natural disasters, cyberattacks, and unforeseen emergencies have the potential to disrupt operations and jeopardize the very existence of a company. A well-crafted disaster plan is not merely a precautionary measure; it’s a strategic imperative that ensures continuity and resilience.

The impact of a disaster on a business can be staggering.

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), nearly 40% of small businesses never reopen after a natural disaster. Additionally, businesses that do not resume operations within ten days following a disaster have a 90% chance of failing within a year.

These stark statistics underscore the criticality of having a comprehensive disaster plan in place.

KEY COMPONENTS OF A DISASTER PLAN Risk Assessment: Begin by identifying potential risks that could impact your business, including natural disasters like tornados, floods, or fires, as well as human-made threats like cyberattacks or supply chain disruptions.

Emergency Response Team: Establish a dedicated team responsible for managing and executing the disaster plan. This team should include individuals with specific roles and responsibilities, such as a designated leader, communications coordinator, and logistics coordinator.

Communication Protocols: Effective communication is paramount during a crisis. Establish clear channels for internal and external communication, including how to reach employees, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.

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Evacuation and Shelter Plans: Have well-defined evacuation routes and designated safe areas for employees and visitors. Conduct regular drills to familiarize everyone with the procedures.

Data Backups and Recovery: Implement robust data backup systems to protect critical information. Develop a recovery plan to restore operations as swiftly as possible in the event of data loss.

Contacts: Maintain a list of key contacts, including contractors, restoration professionals, insurance agents, and any other third-party entities that may be involved in your disaster recovery efforts. Ensure these contacts are up-to-date and readily accessible.

Disaster planning is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Each business is unique, and its disaster plan should be tailored to its specific risks, resources, and operational needs.

The time and effort invested in creating a comprehensive disaster plan are an investment in the future stability and success of your business.

Remember, a well-prepared business is not only more likely to survive a disaster, but it is also better positioned to recover quickly and emerge stronger than before.

Embrace disaster planning as an integral part of your business strategy, and safeguard your success against the unpredictable challenges of tomorrow.

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