ABOUT
Principal consultant Vince Davis is a recognized future of disaster leader, a keynote speaker, author, and business resilience consultant.
As Founder and principal of Preparedness Matters, Vince has transformed many of the world’s leading brands and organizations disaster planning, emergency management, crisis management, business continuity, and community resilience programs.
Vince is a master of change and innovation, digital solutions, and the future of work. He mentors and coaches high-performing leaders with practical, experience-tested ideas, developing sustainable frameworks to build resiliency.
What We Offer
These are just a few of our innovative solutions
Workplace Resilience Action Plan (WRAP)
Your Customized Blueprint for Business Continuity
WRAP is a comprehensive plan tailored to your organization's unique needs and risks. We collaborate with your leadership to:
Map critical operations and resources
Assess internal and external risks
Design tailored response and recovery procedures
Support workforce well-being and safety
Conduct simulations and readiness audits
Ideal for: HR teams, risk managers, C-suite leaders, and emergency coordinators
Outcome: Operational continuity, employee trust, and organizational confidence when a crisis hitsView more details...
Community-Led Empowerment Action Resilience (CLEAR) Hubs
Resilience Built by Communities, For Communities
CLEAR is a community-centered framework built to ensure equity, empowerment, and sustainability in disaster readiness.
We work with grassroots leaders and organizations to:
Build locally-led resilience hubs
Equip communities with culturally relevant preparedness tools
Provide leadership and response training
Foster partnerships across sectors
Support long-term recovery and self-determination
Ideal for: Neighborhood groups, tribal nations, community-based organizations, and local governments
Outcome: A trusted, prepared, and empowered community that can weather any stormView more details...
Six Steps to Resilient Workplaces -Workshop
Transform Your Workplace into a Resilience Powerhouse
The Six Steps to Resilient Workplaces is a practical, action-oriented program designed to help organizations proactively prepare for disruptions—before they become disasters. Whether it’s a natural hazard, cyber incident, or supply chain interruption, this structured six-step approach empowers businesses to assess risks, engage employees, implement continuity strategies, and foster a culture of readiness. Scalable for companies of any size or sector, this solution ensures your people, operations, and mission stay protected and responsive in times of crisis.View more details...Shop Now
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The Native Family Disaster Preparedness Handbook
$15.99 - $17.99The Native Family Disaster Preparedness Handbook is a culturally grounded resource that supports American Indian and Alaska Native families in preparing for emergencies and disasters. It includes guidance shaped by Tribal values, generational knowledge, and community-based practices — offering practical steps for household planning, evacuation readiness, communication, and recovery. The handbook also highlights the importance of sovereignty, traditional decision-making, and community resiliency — helping Native families strengthen preparedness while honoring cultural identity and lifeways.View more details...SelectQuantity
Lost and Turned Out - A Guide To Preparing Underserved Communities for Disasters
$9.99Lost and Turned Out focuses on the unique risks and barriers faced by underserved and historically marginalized communities. It provides guidance written from lived experience and field practice — offering strategies to close equity gaps in preparedness, increase local capacity, and help communities take ownership of their safety, recovery, and long-term resilience.View more details...Quantity
Empowered and Prepared - The Disaster Resiliennce Guide for Black Communities
$19.99Empowered & Prepared is a practical community-level guide designed to help everyday families build personal resilience before disaster strikes. It offers clear steps, tools, and culturally relevant examples to help households create plans, strengthen their support networks, and make smart preparedness decisions — especially in environments where resources are limited and risk is high.QuantityVirtual Solutions
Customized in-person and virtual keynotes, workshops, and e-learning resources to help your organization grow through change. Preparedness Matters has an international network of highly experienced leaders in Emergency Management, Business Continuity, and Crisis management.
Keynote Speaking
Over three decades of real-world experience distilled into instantly applicable mindset, behavior, and tools to grow through change in today's 'new normal.
Previous Conference Experience:
- International Crisis Management Conference - Newport
- Disaster and Emergency Management Conference - Toronto
- Blacks In Green distinguished Speaker Series - Chicago
- South Dakota Public Health Coalition
- National Tribal Emergency Management Conference - Spokane
- International Network of Women in Emergency Management - N.J.
- Partners In Emergency Management Conference- Seattle
- Washington State Emergency Management Conference - Spokane
- Emory University - Public Health Studies Program
Corporate Consulting
Customized consulting, training, and project development sessions that give your organization a mindset, resources, and a clear path to resilience. We help your team design cost-effective plans and processes aligned with your goals.
We've designed and launched programs for Fortune 100 companies. Find out how our solutions can help your business prepare for the 'new normal'
Partners Gallery
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