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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 43 MIN

Episode 17 | How to Build a Disaster Proof Business Plan with Angela Groeneveld

from The Karas Wright Show

Plan for the unexpected, because in business it is not a matter of if a disruption happens, it is when. Angela Groeneveld learned that lesson on the frontlines of the 2013 High River floods. She built a framework from it.In this episode of The Karas Wright Show, Karas Wright sits down with Angela Groeneveld, CEO of Emerge Agency and rural economic development leader, for a powerful conversation about business resilience and recovery.This episode is for small business owners and leaders who are feeling the weight of uncertainty and want a proactive roadmap to navigate disruptions with confidence.What you will learn:- The three essential pillars of disaster recovery: Plan, Insurance, and Community- Why mental wellness is the first thing to check in a business pulse check- How to conduct a SWOT analysis that actually addresses external threats- The difference between going with the flow and having a disruption plan- Why community and relationships are your business's ultimate insurance policy- How to transition from ego-driven decisions to heart-centered leadershipAbout Angela Groeneveld:Angela Groeneveld is the CEO of Emerge Agency and a powerhouse in rural economic development. With a background in coaching and disaster recovery, she helps communities and businesses emerge forward through crises with strength and strategy. Her Fear to Faith framework was born from her experience on the frontlines of the 2013 High River floods.Website: www.emergeagency.caInstagram: @e.m.e.r.g.e_agencyReady to get clear on where your business is headed? Take the free Business Reality Check:wrightstep.ca/business-reality-checkConnect with Karas:Website: wrightstepcoaching.com | wrightstep.caYouTube: youtube.com/@TheKarasWrightShowLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/karaswrightInstagram: @wrightstepcoaching

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