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Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Is Your Business Prepared for the Next Disaster?

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OUTSMART DISASTER
The Economic Development Collaborative is partnering with the California Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency, the California Academy for Economic Development, and Edison International to promote the statewide Outsmart Disaster campaign which equips businesses with the tools and resources they need to be prepared for disaster.
Resilient Business Challenge
The campaign’s primary vehicle to support businesses is the Resilient Business Challenge. The Resilient Business Challenge focuses on preparing for and recovering from disasters. It covers topics such as Identifying Impacts of Disruption, Strengthening Facilities, and Structuring Your Crisis Communication Plan.
Here’s two ways you can take immediate action for your business:
  • CLICK HERE to Take the Resilient Business Challenge which is a self-guided path to resiliency.
  • Watch a 30-minute Outsmart Disaster Resiliency Clinic and receive a walkthrough of the basics of preparedness and the campaign’s Resilient Business Challenge. CLICK HERE to watch the video.
If you have questions, feel free to contact the Outsmart Disaster team at arroyo@outsmartdisaster.com. Please share this with your networks and encourage participation.
Looking for NO-COST Business Consulting Services?
The EDC SBDC call team and experienced advisors are available to answer questions and help you navigate today’s complex business environment. The Economic Development Collaborative hosts the Small Business Development Center and is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Signing up as a client takes just a few minutes and provides you with lifetime access to all of our no-cost services.
Get started today with no-cost consulting by calling our
Business Assistance Line at 805.409.9159.
Resources and advising are available in English and Spanish.
Access our Loan Program by calling 805.409.9497.
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This document is intended to be used as a starting point to help business owners understand COVID-19 Supplement Paid Leave requirements. It is not comprehensive. While everything this article is intended to be accurate it is not intended legal advice and should not be relied on as such. To obtain legal advice please contact a licensed California attorney. The EDC does not endorse a particular law firm or practice.