Building Resiliency through Engagement in North Texas

Welcome to the North Texas Chapter of the Association of Continuity Professionals (ACP). ACP is a non-profit professional organization, which provides a forum for the exchange of experiences and information, for business continuity professionals, throughout a network of local chapters.

Founded in March of 1986, the North Texas Chapter is one of the oldest continuously meeting chapters, and among the largest by membership, serving the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and surrounding region.

Events are generally held on the first Tuesday of every month but may vary due to holidays or speaker schedules. Events are for current members and invited guests only.  If you aren't a member but want to attend one of our events, please contact us or consider joining the chapter.  

** New Member Drive Raffle - Now though July 31st, 2025**  

Eligibility:  All current members eligible to participate and automatically entered into raffle

Raffle Prize: a $50 gift card

How it Works:  Each current member in good standing (active and paid) automatically receives one entry into the raffle.  For every new member you successfully recruit, both you and the new member will receive an additional entry!  That is 2 entries for new incoming members who join by the deadline, and 2 entries for the current member who recruited said member.

To Be Entered:

1. Draft a member to become a member of the NTX Chapter of the ACP – the greatest chapter in all of the United States!
   1. New member should list YOU in the “Referred By” field when joining the chapter.
   2. Or- email the Membership Director the name of the new member and who referred them.
2. Remain a current, active member
3. It’s Easy!  

Member Call to Action

Jason Buffington is asking that we share a survey with the other chapter members.  He will debut the results when he presents at the fall DRJ conference. 

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7328472210954768386/

Upcoming Chapter Event 

June 3, 2025 Meeting time Noon - 1:30 PM 

Topic:  Insights into Resilience 

Presenter: Mark Carroll, Founder of ERM at Boston University

Location:  Virtual Event Only

*** Other Local May & June Events ***

May 20-22, 2025  Network X Americas

Link: Event Link   Telco-focused Event - No ACP Discount

Presenter: Chet Moderating "Ensuring network resiliency Amid Natural Disaster" panel session at event

Location:  Irving Convention Center 

Address:  500 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039

May 27-30, 2025  Texas Department Emergency Management Conference

Topic: Event Link  

Registration:   $300 Registration Fee or free if you Volunteer for 2 shifts

Location:  Fort Worth Convention Center

Address:  1201 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX 76102

June 5, 2025  ElevateIT Technology Summit

Link: Event Link   North TX ACP Exhibitor with Booth

Registration: Registration fee of $199 waived for ACP chapter members with code

Location: Irving Convention Center I Grand Ballroom

Address: 500 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039

Chapter Event Information

Our events are 90-minutes. Please join us for our next event! Events (unless indicated) are also available to attend virtually. However, we invite you to attend in person if possible. Virtual events information will be provided with each event invitation.

Anyone interested in hosting an event or speaking at an upcoming event, please contact our Programs Director.

Note: Additional information for regular event locations can be found on the Events page.

President's Address

May is a month of momentum. Spring is in full swing, and for many of us, it’s a time to transition from planning to action. In business resilience, this is the season to move forward with confidence and intention.

With hurricane season approaching and severe weather already impacting regions across the country, now is the time to ensure your teams are ready. Review your response plans, validate contact lists, and coordinate with emergency management partners. Consider conducting a weather-related tabletop exercise to identify any gaps and boost team confidence before summer begins.

May is also National Wildfire Awareness Month and Military Appreciation Month—both of which offer unique moments to reflect. Take time to assess wildfire risks, especially if your organization operates in vulnerable regions. And let’s not forget to thank the veterans and active-duty professionals who have shaped a culture of discipline, leadership, and preparedness—values that resonate deeply in our field.

Lastly, May is a great time to check in with your goals for the year. Are you tracking progress? Are your plans evolving with your organization’s needs? Use this month to refocus, re-engage, and reinvigorate your continuity efforts.

Here’s to making the most of May—pushing forward, staying prepared, and leading with resilience.

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