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ACP National Announces the 3rd Edition Book of Best Practices for 2025 – Call for Papers!
ACP National is excited to announce the 3rd edition of its book of Best Practices in 2025. The book represents a comprehensive publication highlighting best practices, case studies, research, and innovations in business continuity, disaster recovery, risk, and resilience. Our 1st and 2nd editions were tremendous successes. We want you to showcase your knowledge and expertise, from which we can all benefit. We are seeking practitioners, scholars, researchers, vendors, and thought leaders in the resiliency industry to submit abstracts to be included in the publication. Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to:
Please consider this opportunity to contribute and be recognized for your commitment to our profession. Do you have something to say? Please submit your abstract for review by our Book Committee. Our Best Practices Book is a peer-reviewed, professional journal. Important dates to remember:
For questions or additional information, please contact - Dr. Bernard A. Jones – ACP National Board Member - jonesb1@stjohns.edu Join us at DRJ Spring 2025, the premier conference for business continuity and resilience professionals! Taking place March 23 - 26 in Orlando, FL, this event is a must-attend for those looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of risk management, disaster recovery, and continuity planning. If you're new to DRJ or the resilience industry, don’t miss "Welcome to DRJ: Maximizing Your First Conference Experience and Workshop for Early Careerists" in Oceans Ballroom Salon 9. This interactive session hosted by ACP's very own Dr. Bernard Jones and Senorajoy "Joy" Weddington will help you navigate your first DRJ experience with confidence. Learn how to use the conference app, maximize your schedule, and make the most of the expo hall. You’ll also discover valuable networking tips and participate in a fun networking game to build lasting connections. This session will introduce DRJ’s Mentorship Program, connecting you with experienced professionals for guidance and support. Plus, get to know the Association of Continuity Professionals (ACP) Special Interest Group (SIG) for Early Careerists, a community designed to support professionals starting their journey in resilience. You'll also meet our partners, including top universities and key vendors dedicated to helping you grow in your career. As an ACP member, this is your chance to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and explore the latest trends shaping our field. Don’t miss out—register today and take your professional growth to the next level! You can help make a difference in ACP!This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the new Office of Public Affairs team! Check out the announcement in ACP Chairman’s Report. OPA will provide leadership for all ACP marketing and communication initiatives, for all key stakeholders – with the ultimate goal of sustaining and growing ACP’s leadership, membership and reputation in the industry. Your contributions will make a difference – please consider volunteering some of your time to this important work! Interested? Reach out to staff@acp-international.com. |
Photo: A momentous occasion -James Green, Managing Partner at RTT, and Michael Gifford, Chair of the ACP National Board, commemorate the partnership at #DRJ Spring 2024. | Exciting Partnership Announcement!We’re ecstatic to share the news of a pioneering partnership between the Association of Continuity Professionals (ACP) and the Resilience Think Tank (RTT). This collaboration is set to revolutionize the resilience discipline, ushering in a new era of thought leadership and innovation. As trailblazers in resilience, ACP and RTT are committed to fostering a global strategic partnership that will redefine industry standards and enhance our collective capacity to thrive in an ever-changing world. |