Event Phone: 401-732-1100
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February 20, 2026
9:00 am - 10:30 am
**In-Person Workshop**
Preparing for the Unexpected: Disaster Plan Workshop For Your Business
According to the SBA and FEMA, 40% of businesses do not reopen after experiencing a disaster. Fire, strong storms, vandalism and cyber criminals are only a few concerns. Many of the losses to staff, structure and inventory can be avoided with proper planning. Learn how and create a recovery plan for YOUR business at this FREE workshop.
Handouts and refreshments provided!
At this workshop you’ll:
- Learn why disaster planning is important to your business
- Identify disaster concerns your business faces and tips to avoid them
- Learn what to consider when creating a disaster plan for your business
- Create a Disaster Recovery Plan for your business
Presenters:
Ryan Mason: An expert in the disaster restoration industry, Ryan’s journey began at the age of 15, mobilizing across the United States to areas affected by flood, hurricanes and other natural disasters. He is the co-owner of ServiceMaster By Mason sin 2001, and has provided restoration and specialty cleaning services to thousands of businesses big-and-small, including assisting with the clean-up efforts at the Pentagon after the 9/11 attacks. Ryan is certified with the Professional Mold Inspection Institute to conduct Air Quality Testing and has received the following IICRC Certifications: ASD, WRT, FSRT, AMRT, and OCT as well as ANMAR and HAZWOPER certifications.
Beth Markowski-Roop: A seasoned public speaker, Continuing Education instructor and marketing professional, Beth has been conducting workshops and classes for 15+ years. She has served as the Marketing Director for ServiceMaster By Mason with offices in Westerly RI & Hampton CT for 12 years and enjoys being able to provide compassionate care o home and business owners experiencing water, fire, smoke, trauma, biohazard and mold damage, as well as various specialty cleaning needs.
Registration is available online until Thursday, February 19 at 12 pm.
Venue: Washington Trust Business Center
Venue Phone: 401-732-1100
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Description:
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This is a great venue to hold your next workshop, presentation, or networking event. The addition of a private office is a great place to meet a client, or interview your next superstar during your hiring process. Available for rent by the 1/2 day. Call 732-1100 to schedule. Member and Non-Member rates available.
We take pride in helping our customers reach their financial goals and serving our local communities
In 2020, Washington Trust was named as the best and only Rhode Island bank on Forbes magazine’s list of Best-In-State Banks, as well as being named as Best Banks To Work For by American Banker® and one of Providence Business News’ Best Places To Work for the 10th consecutive year.
Did you know Washington Trust was the first to print money with the likeness of George Washington?
Founded in 1800, Washington Trust is the oldest community bank in the nation, the largest state-chartered bank headquartered in Rhode Island, and one of the Northeast’s premier financial services companies. Washington Trust offers a comprehensive range of financial services, including commercial banking, mortgage banking, personal banking, and wealth management and trust services through our offices located in Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.