The Resilience Advantage: A Blueprint for Small Business Survival and Success in a Changing Climate

Originally aired October 23, 2025

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and communities. Yet they are also among the most vulnerable to floods, heatwaves, wildfires, and other climate disruptions.

In this session, Joyce Coffee and Robert Macnee, co-authors of The Resilience Advantage: A Small Business Guide to Preparing for Floods, Heatwaves, Wildfires, and Other Climate Disasters, share a proven framework and practical steps any small enterprise can use to prepare, adapt, and thrive. Drawing on lessons from Climate Resilience Consulting’s nationally recognized practice, they show how resilience is not just about survival — it’s about securing long-term strength, profitability, and purpose.

Speakers

Joyce Coffee

Founder & President, Climate Resilience Consulting

Joyce Coffee advises governments, corporations, and communities on climate risk and resilience. With decades of experience, she brings a pragmatic, tested approach to preparing organizations for climate disruption.

Robert Macnee

Global Business Strategist & Co-author, The Resilience Advantage

Robert Macnee specializes in organizational transformation and the business case for resilience. He helps leaders connect systemic risk to day-to-day operational and financial decisions.