In this episode of the Managing Uncertainty Podcast, Bryan Strawser, Principal and Chief Executive at Bryghtpath, unpacks the key findings from the 2025 National Risk Study by Deloitte and NEMA. This nationwide assessment reveals the stark realities facing state emergency management agencies—rising disaster complexity, funding challenges, workforce gaps, and outdated systems. Bryan explores why these findings matter now more than ever and what leaders can do to turn risk into resilience.
You’ll hear why strategic planning, modernization, and leadership investment are no longer optional in emergency management. Bryan breaks down the study’s four strategic imperatives and outlines practical steps resilience leaders can take today. If you’re guiding a public-sector agency or shaping enterprise continuity strategy, this episode will help you align your efforts with the future of emergency management.
