Training, Readiness, and the Future of Emergency Management

In this episode, Nicolette Phillips of Domestic Preparedness sits down with Certified Emergency Manager Michael Prasad to explore the evolving landscape of training, education, and real‑world experience in emergency management. Michael shares insights from decades of work across state government, the American Red Cross, and national leadership roles. They talk about the gaps he sees in today’s workforce, the growing focus on children and disaster readiness, the complexities of hospital operations during mass‑casualty events, and his ongoing work to improve pediatric feeding during emergencies. This conversation offers a thoughtful look at what it takes to prepare communities before, during, and after crisis.