We’re excited to open ISRM’s new Ask The Expert (ATE) series — interactive conversations designed to give professionals a space to learn, ask questions and connect directly with leaders shaping the future of resilience and crisis management.
For our first ATE sessions, we are delighted to welcome Christine F. Miller FAIES F.ISRM AMBCI cABCF, an internationally respected expert whose career spans emergency management, organisational resilience and business continuity.
These sessions are an opportunity to hear practical insights, learn from real experience and engage in an inclusive, supportive environment.
To ensure full global access, we are offering two sessions with different hosts and time zones, so participants from every region can join the conversation.
Session 1
- Host: Mike White, ISRM
- 2nd February 2026
- 14:00 GST / 15:30 IST / 17:00 WIB / 18:00 AWST / 21:00 AEDT / 10:00 GMT
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Session 2
- Host: Laura Jury, Chair – ISRM New Zealand Chapter
- 3rd February 2026
- 08:00 AEDT / 10:00 NZDT / 13:00 PST / 16:00 EST / 21:00 GMT
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Why Join?
ATE sessions are designed to be open, interactive and welcoming — a space where you can:
- Ask the questions you’ve always wanted to explore
- Learn from real-world examples, not theory
- Hear clear, practical guidance you can use immediately
- Connect with a global community of professionals
- Be part of supportive, inclusive conversations led by experienced practitioners
Whether you’re building your career, stepping into new responsibilities or simply curious about resilience, this is a chance to learn in a setting that values diverse perspectives and lived experience.
What Chris Will Cover
- Emergency & disaster management
From early operational work to years planning and supporting crisis-centre activities. - Pandemic preparedness & scenario exercises
How structured planning builds confidence and capability. - Enterprise Risk Management & Business Continuity
Recognising weak signals, strengthening foresight and responding when events escalate. - Recovery operations & case studies
Insightful lessons from international projects, featuring both named and anonymised examples.
Join Us
Be part of a conversation that encourages questions, builds confidence and celebrates the different ways we all contribute to resilience. Everyone is welcome — especially those who may be exploring these topics for the first time.