Is Your Business Ready For The Next Crisis? Top Things You Need To Know

By Jill Bloom, Executive Director, Walls & Ceilings, Steve Slepcevic

In this episode of “If Walls Could Talk,” W&C Group Publisher Jill Bloom is joined by Steve Slepcevic CEO of Strategic Response Partners.

As an expert of crisis manager, there are important things all contractors need to know about preparing for storms.

In this business, the main thing is to have a plan. The main thing is to have your house in order with proper planning. You have no business going out to speak to anyone about planning unless you have yourself have your own system for the next big weather event. It requires a lot of attention. According to him, the priorities should be:

The individual
Family
Business

How do you set up your communication plans with your team?

“The communication has to come with the intelligence,” Slepcevic says. “Ask yourself, ‘What type of system are you using to convey your plans?’ It’s important on what type of communication systems your team is using to outline this plan. Make sure phones are charged; SAT phones are important. It doesn’t do any good to have a plan if you can’t get in touch with your subs.”

How many contractors have that type of communication? Very few, according to Slepcevic. To have satellite phones is an inexpensive alternative and it greatly helps contractors to communicate internally to one another.

Listen more for Slepcevic’s tips on how we should communicate during the big storm.

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Jill Bloom is the innovative Executive Director of Roofing Contractor, Walls & Ceilings, Building Enclosure, Roofing Supply Pro, and the highly regarded Best of Success event. With a deep commitment to advancing the roofing, construction, and building enclosure industries, Jill oversees a robust portfolio of publications, podcasts, and events that empower professionals with knowledge, inspiration, and connections.

Her brands deliver exceptional value across multiple platforms, including:

Techos y Más, the Spanish-language newsletter of Roofing Contractor.
Safety Advisor, a newsletter focused on critical resources for jobsite safety.
Thermal Talk, a newsletter focused on insights and news for the insulation contractor.
eRock, a leading newsletter for drywall contractors.
The Enclosure Experts podcast, offering architects deep insights into building enclosure technologies.
If Walls Could Talk, a podcast dedicated to exploring trends and innovations for the wall and ceiling contractor.
The Best of Success Podcast, providing thought leadership and practical advice for roofing professionals.

Jill’s passion for professional development and fostering industry connections is exemplified by the Best of Success event, a premier gathering of contractors, suppliers, and thought leaders for unmatched education and networking.

Steve Slepcevic, with over 35 years of expertise in disaster management, emergency response, and global security, is a transformational leader known for delivering rapid solutions, safeguarding critical infrastructure, and leading recovery efforts in high-risk environments.