Jeremy L. Hirst

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ABOUT JEREMY L. HIRST

I help organizations stay operational under pressure!As a Crisis & Continuity Strategist, I design and lead enterprise resilience programs that protect people, processes, and performance — ensuring critical functions continue when disruption strikes.With 15+ years of experience across a global law firm, life sciences manufacturing, public-sector emergency management and public health preparedness, and Armed Forces, I’ve built, tested, and matured business continuity and disaster recovery programs that deliver measurable results. My leadership style blends structure with agility — balancing risk, technology, and communication to align resilience goals with business outcomes.Recent highlights:• Unified 25 global offices under a single continuity and disaster recovery framework at Mayer Brown.• Supported Operation Warp Speed through National Security of production and logistics.• Implemented site-level crisis management protocols across pharmaceutical manufacturing operations with zero production downtime.• Directed cross-sector emergency preparedness programs supporting public health and homeland security for nearly a million residents.• Demonstrated and delivered research efficacy to support Dental Practitioners as \"First Responders\" in a public health emergency causing Illinois to issue an EUA.I believe resilience is more than compliance — it’s a culture. My mission is to empower organizations to anticipate, adapt, and emerge stronger from disruption.Focus areas: Physical Security, Access Control, Video Surveillance, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery (BCP/DR), Crisis Leadership, Emergency Management, Operational Resilience, Risk Mitigation, and Crisis Communications.Always open to connecting with professionals advancing the field of resilience and organizational readiness. LEAD THE WAY!