Episode 63 - Senior Crisis Manager John Liuzzi Discusses Crisis Management and Business Continuity for the Nation's Largest Wine and Spirits Distributor

Summary

Senior Crisis Manager John Liuzzi shares his experience in crisis management as the global director of crisis management and business continuity for a large wine and spirits distributor. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the business and being a business partner rather than focusing solely on compliance. John discusses the logistics of the distribution business, including domestic and international transportation, and the significance of business survivability. He also shares examples of crises he has managed, such as simultaneous hurricanes, the COVID-19 pandemic, and civil unrest. In this conversation, John discusses the various crises and disasters that his organization, Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, has faced and how they have managed them. He highlights the importance of having strong partnerships with external partners and a robust support network outside of the organization. John and Steve discuss the concept of Rolodex management and the value of building relationships in emergency management. John emphasizes the need for extensive training and exercises to develop muscle memory and ensure organizational survivability. He also talks about the duty of care to the organization, employees, facilities, and brand reputation.

Contact Information

https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-liuzzi-559378/