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• Interesting Web Links - Current:

   

  • As a business continuity professional, have you asked yourself, “Is business continuity a moral duty?”
  • Lieberman and Thompson Urge PS-Prep is a Necessity Not a Luxury

  Link -> http://www.continuitycompliance.org/information/ps-prep-program/lieberman-thompson-urge-ps-prep-is-a-necessity-not-a-luxury/

  • Sources for Good Pandemic Influenza Information
    · U.S. Department of Health & Human Services http://www.flu.gov/
    · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/
    · Los County, Department of Public Heath http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/acd/h1n1.htm
    · County of Orange Health Care Agency
    http://ochealthinfo.com/epi/swine/bos/index.htm
    http://healthdisasteroc.org/flu/businesses.htm
    

   

• Interesting Web Links - Previous

• Free Webinar: Effective BC Strategy, Development and Documentation—on a Budget. Sponsor: Mir3. Aug 24. Info: Click here
• Seminar: Certified Business Resilience Manager - Advanced Business Continuity Planning and Management Course. Location: Los Angeles. Sponsor: Sentrix. Cost: $2,395. Aug 30 - Sep 1. Info: Click here
• DRI International Certification Training.

Audience: The training employs a fast-paced curriculum designed for individuals with 1 year or more of experience in business continuity or disaster recovery planning. It is a compressed course which leads participants through the entire business continuity planning process. This is a perfect opportunity for those who want to expand their knowledge and prepare for the DRI Certification Exam, and are not able to attend a conference or have travel constraints.
Duration: The training will be presented over two consecutive days.
Dates: September 15 & 16
Location: Long Beach , CA
Cost: $995 for the course (an additional 5% discount for ACP members).
The DRI International Certification Exam is a separate cost of $500 and will need be scheduled separately through DRII and proctored locally by Prometrics (no discount available on the exam).
If you are interested in attending this training, please send an email containing your contact information to Barry.Gorelick@unionbank.com. Instructions for enrollment in the course and for the certification exam will be sent to you as soon as they are available.

• DRJ Fall World 2010 Conference - September 19-22

  Fall World 2010 will feature more than 40 sessions, workshops and courses led by industry experts. Find the information that you need for your organization. Network with peers and leaders from around the globe, and, participate in mock exercises, product demonstrations, receptions and more. Find everything you need in one convenient location – for the lowest price in the industry. And, as a bonus, all ACP members can receive an additional 10 percent off of the already low registration fee. Just enter ACP on the registration form. Prices are as follows:
     - $995 through 8-19-10: Group Discount Pricing: $895.50
     - $1095 through 9-19-10: Group Discount Pricing: $985.50

The AAA member rate for lodging at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina (site of the conference) is $159/night while rooms are available.  The DRJ negotiated rate is $249/night.

• ACP has partnered with Secure World! SecureWorld regional conferences deliver the most affordable, highest quality security education, training and networking right to your community. SecureWorld Expo provides security education and training with nearly 60 sessions including: Cloud Computing, End Point Security, Data Privacy, Risk Management, Convergence, PCI Compliance, Cybercrime and much more. SecureWorld also offers an exhibit floor featuring nearly 50 exhibitors with the latest products and services available to effectively secure your enterprise. Plus, you could earn 12-16 CPE credits toward your CISSP certifications.

  ACP Members are offered a $100 discount off the $245 conference pass which includes access to the Conference Sessions, Conference Breakfast Keynote, Exhibits & Open Sessions (Includes Lunch) and 12 CPE credits. Register on-line using code ACPINT.

  SecureWorld+ Extended Training 2010 includes 4+ hours of intense training worth 16 CPE credits and full access to the complete SecureWorld conference program. SecureWorld+ Pass is only $495 with the special ACP member discount, register using code ACPINT.
  For event details and registration go to: http://www.secureworldexpo.com/
  Upcoming SecureWorld Expo Events:

   

October 6 - 7, 2010
Detroit SecureWorld Expo
Conference and Event Center
Dearborn, MI, USA

October 27 - 28, 2010
Seattle SecureWorld Expo
Meydenbauer Convention Center
Bellevue, WA, USA

November 3 - 4, 2010
Dallas SecureWorld Expo
Plano Convention Centre
Plano, TX, USA

December 7 - 8, 2010
Phoenix SecureWorld Expo
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, AZ, USA

• Annual Hacker Halted event - October 9-15 in Miami. The format includes a 4-day training Academy, followed by a 2-day conference and 1-day of free Training (October 15) for all registrants. The two-day Conference on October 13-14 features a comprehensive program presented in four tracks-including the unique Cut The Crap & Show Me The Hack sessions-and a product expo showcasing IT security solutions from leading vendors and hot start-ups. ACP members and newsletter subscribers receive a $100 discount off the 2-day conference fees (does not include Academy but does include $500 of free Training on October 15) by registering with the code HH2RLL on the electronic registration page at www.hackerhalted.com
• American Red Cross of Orange County- Disaster Preparedness Academy Oct 27th. Info: Click here
• American Red Cross, OC Chapter Workshops and Events
  1. Community Disaster Education (CDE) Presentation
  The presentation provides community groups and individuals basics knowledge on how to prepare, respond and cope with a major disaster. Topics include how to mitigate work area, what to physically do in the event of an earthquake and other disasters, what kind of supplies to have on hand, etc. The presentation can be customized to fit your specific needs and can include home preparedness. To learn schedule a CDE presentation at your organization, contact Monica Ruzich at (714) 481-5329 or mruzich@oc-redcross.org.
  2. Community Ambassador Program
  Red Cross Community Ambassadors helps people prevent, prepared for and respond to emergencies by distributing Red Cross information at community events and fairs. We are seeking bilingual individuals to outreach to the Latino/Hispanic and Asian Pacific Islander communities. To learn more about the Community Ambassador Program, contact David Nguyen at (714) 481-5386 or communityoutreach@oc-redcross.org.
• The Institute for Business Continuity Training (IBCT) course details, your members should visit http://www.IBCT.com.
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