• Thought Leadership:

         DRCA seeks to advance specific industry points of view through roundtable discussions, policy briefings, panel discussions and Congressional testimony by bringing            together leaders from the public and private sector to advance leadership and best practices that improve America’s ability to respond to and recover from all                      disasters.

 

• Strengthen Public-Private Partnerships:

         Improve the level of planning, communication, and coordination between disaster recovery contractors, Capitol Hill, and Federal, State and local governments to                  ensure the private sector is positioned to help America efficiently and effectively respond to and recover from natural or man-made disasters.

 

• Address Industry Issues:

         The collective strength of the association is our ability to work closely with Federal, State and local governments, members of Congress and the private sector to                  identify and address issues unique to the disaster recovery industry.

 

• Advocate for New Policies, Programs, and Legislation:  

         Ensure your company has a seat at the table and the opportunity to provide industry input and guidance into the development of new emergency management                  policies, programs, budget requirements and legislation.  Ensure your management team is well informed on current and future government affairs issues and the              impact they will have on your industry.

 

 

• Develop Relationship with Federal, State & local Governments:  

         Meet with Congressional Committees, the Federal Government as well as State and local governments to address industry-specific challenges, discuss best practices            and opportunities to further integrate the private sector into the disaster response and recovery efforts in the US.  

 

 

• Promote Business-to-Business Partnership and Teaming Opportunities: 

          Networking and introductions to senior executives from some of the top companies involved in the industry on a national level.   

 

• Expand your Brand Presence in the Emergency Management Community:  

         Work closely with Federal, State and local government officials, academia, non-profits, national trade associations, VOAD’s and other key constituencies to build                    brand awareness for your company in the emergency management community.

 

• Introduce New Technologies and Identify New Industry Opportunities: 

         Play a leading role in the development and introduction of new technologies.  Identify and promote emergency management standards and commercial best                        practices.  Identify priority areas of interest to showcase innovative technologies, ideas, and programs.