The Top Five Threats to Prepare for in 2023
As 2023 approaches, trendlines indicate that threats are on the rise globally.
The overlapping impacts of severe weather, economic uncertainty, geopolitical concerns, activism, and active shooter events are complex and difficult for any organization to navigate. According to AlertMedia’s VP of Global Intelligence, Sara Pratley, the number one thing safety leaders can do to protect their organizations is stay informed.
In this episode, Sara unpacks:
- The most impactful crisis events of 2022 and what we learned
- Data and insights on the top threat concerns for 2023
- How to prioritize and prepare for likely threats
- How timely intelligence supports business continuity, operations, and safety
The Employee Safety Podcast is hosted by Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions at AlertMedia.
You can find this interview and many more by following The Employee Safety Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or subscribing here.

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