Train for Strain

Arts, culture, and event (ACE) professionals—from festival producers “building a city in a day” to museum staff orchestrating emergency preparedness during film shoots, galas, and public demonstrations—carry the foundational skills our communities urgently need. At Train for Strain: Leadership Development at the Intersection of Events & Emergencies, you’ll see how these roles and talents overlap and shape resilience—regardless of your gathering’s size or context—when guided by the Art of Mass Gatherings framework and the community-building strategies of ReadyWhen.org.

Hear from national leaders and peers who have navigated real disruptions, share direct case studies, and provide actionable tools for crisis preparation and adaptation. Explore how evolving policies and targeted capacity-building can position you, your staff, and your organization as credible partners in readiness—enhancing reputation, capability, and mission impact when it matters most.