They're not coming for you - now what?
You're going to need a lot more than a 3-day kit.
You're going to need Your Family Disaster Plan for 30 days.
We will teach you how to become your own first responder.
About Paul Dutton
Expert Emergency
Management Consulting
A seasoned professional dedicated to Community Emergency Management and volunteer leadership. Bringing exceptional organizational expertise backed by nearly four decades of business experience. Committed to strengthening communities through preparedness, collaboration, and emergency response initiatives.
Leadership & Impact
A seasoned professional dedicated to volunteering in Community Emergency Management, combining exceptional organizational skills with nearly four decades of business leadership.
Education & Foundation
Paul holds a BA in Political Science & International Relations from UC Santa Barbara, with a minor in Business. This academic background fuels his strategic approach to emergency management.
Experienced in Incident Command Systems (ICS), Community Emergency Response Training (CERT), Disaster Communications (DCS), and Emergency Operations. Skilled in strategic planning, logistics coordination, public-private partnerships, and whole-community emergency preparedness initiatives.
Real-World Disaster Experience
Paul doesn't just teach preparedness; he has lived it.
His experience spans some of the most significant disasters in Southern California's recent history.
"Planning for, participating in, and responding to disasters firsthand."
It’s Not About If.
It’s About When.
The trouble is, we are not ready.
Why emergency preparedness is the best investment for your family.
Imagine you were at Camp Mystic in Texas and had only seconds to react to the flooding and move to higher ground, or you were caught up in the wildfires in Los Angeles and had only minutes to evacuate, or you received a tornado warning in the Midwest with less than an hour to respond - in each of these situations, people had very little time to even react. By preparing ahead of time, you can save your own life and your family's lives. We can help you prepare ahead of time before disasters like this hit.
This is why you need The Emergency Preparedness Network.
Professional Services
Leveraging decades of experience to provide comprehensive preparedness solutions for every sector of the community.
Ensuring Community Resiliency Training is accessible and understandable.
Organizational Consulting
PACKAGES
Tailored emergency management strategies for businesses and non-profits to ensure continuity of operations and safety.
Paul consults with programs to integrate them into local community preparedness plans, incorporating CERT plans with Neighborhood Watch and other local safety initiatives.
Interagency Facilitation
Expertise
Bridging the gap between fire, police, and community response teams for a unified disaster front.
Expertise in executing citywide drills incorporating the Incident Command System (ICS) integrated with Sheriffs EOC, Fire Departments, CERT, and the American Red Cross.
Community
Consulting
SPEAKING
Engaging presentations for new developments, divisions, and community groups on the importance of preparedness.
Paul serves as a liaison for developers and property managers, providing community service through education and strategic preparedness sessions.
School Emergency ICS Plans
CUSTOM PLANS
Working with school staff, administrators, and educators to create custom emergency disaster plans for their campus.
Trained Glendale Unified School Board and Principals in search and rescue techniques, conducting comprehensive reviews of school emergency plans.
Organizational Consulting
PACKAGES
Tailored emergency management strategies for businesses and non-profits to ensure continuity of operations and safety.
Custom Emergency Preparedness Plans
Facilities Plans
Individual Trainings
Interagency Facilitation
Expertise
Bridging the gap between fire, police, and community response teams for a unified disaster front.
Basic Incident Command System (ICS) Plans
Basic Emergency Operation Plans (EOP)
Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
Community
Consulting
SPEAKING
Paul consults with agencies to integrate them into local community emergency plans.
Incorporating:
CERT
Fire Department
Law Enforcement
Red Cross
School Emergency ICS Plans
CUSTOM PLANS
Working with school staff, administrators, and educators to create custom emergency disaster plans for their campus.
Introductory Training of Staff and Personnel
Comprehensive School Safety Plan (CSSP)
Basic Search and Rescue
Paul's Experiences
Station Fire Response
Worked on the front lines assisting Fire and Law Enforcement in navigating locations and response for existing front line personnel.
Front Line
Logistics
Support
LAFD CERT Call Out Team
Managed shelter operations and security, and helped first responders for Sayre Fire, Sylmar Fire, Griffith Park Fire, and Catalina Fire.
Elite Team
Security
Shelter Management
Rose Parade Director
Planned and executed logistics for 16 teams, 27 vehicles, 150 first aid kits, and 200+ volunteers for American Red Cross First Aid Stations.
Large Scale
Medical Logistics
Volunteer Management
Get free, field-tested evacuation and business continuity checklists created by Emergency Preparedness Specialist Paul Dutton.
Safeguard Your Home & Loved Ones
A practical, non-panic system for household safety, asset protection, and specialized care (including neurodivergent/ASD needs).
Protect Your Revenue
& Operating Assets
The 48-hour recovery blueprint to protect digital data, preserve cash flow, and simplify insurance claims post-disaster.
Audit Your Campus & Facility Readiness
An executive evaluation framework for administrators, school boards, and facility directors to ensure total EOP compliance.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services,
expertise, and the importance of preparedness.
What is The Emergency Preparedness Network?
The Emergency Preparedness Network is a premier resource dedicated to helping individuals, organizations, and communities across North America prepare for and respond to natural disasters. Led by expert consultant Paul Dutton, we provide strategic guidance, training, and interagency facilitation to ensure safety and resilience.
How can Paul Dutton help my organization?
With over 25 years of experience in Community Emergency Management and 37 years of business ownership, Paul consults for organizations to integrate emergency plans, facilitate strategies between first responders like fire and police, and conduct drills using the Incident Command System (ICS).
What specific experience does Paul have with real disasters?
Paul has responded first-hand to multiple major events, including the Station Fire, Sayre Fire, Sylmar Fire, and more. He has served as a CERT Coordinator and Sheriff Volunteer, working on the front lines with Sheriff and Fire departments to integrate community volunteers into professional response plans. He has also worked with the Red Cross managing these disasters as a frontline supervisor and Shelter Operations Manager.
Why is preparedness more critical today than in the past?
The window between billion-dollar climate disasters has shrunk from 82 days in the 1980s to just 16 days recently. With the surge in extreme weather and aggressive wildfires, local emergency services are often stretched thin, making personal and organizational preparedness the most critical line of defense.
How can I book Paul for a speaking engagement or consultation?
Call us at +1 888-646-2704
Contact us through our contact page.
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