Business Recovery Organization

The Business Recovery Managers Association (BRMA), located in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, is devoted to the advancement of the theory and practice of business recovery, disaster recovery, contingency and continuity planning, and emergency response management.

BRMA members work in both the private and public sectors.

BRMA provides an environment where members can keep informed about the latest trends and technologies available in our industry.

Members receive educational and professional development opportunities and a forum in which to share experiences, resolve common problems, and address common needs.

BRMA’s focus is in Northern California.  Most of the members are in the extended San Francisco Bay Area.  The BRMA membership meets in various locations throughout the greater Bay Area.

The mission of BRMA is to:

Support outstanding leadership in the contingency planning profession and industry

Provide an environment which facilitates information exchange among contingency planners and related disciplines

Provide educational opportunities to members promoting awareness and development

Provide information related to industry products and associated services

The goals and objectives of BRMA are to:

Promote the presence and reputation of the profession, by providing a high-quality, credible organization that promotes the best interests of the Business Continuity profession

Provide leadership in the area of the Business Continuity profession

Promote an active and involved membership

BRMA is a non-profit association founded in 1993.  Activities of the association are directed by the elected officers to help the members stay informed about trends in the business continuity profession.

Meetings are held once a month at various locations.

Membership meetings feature knowledgeable speakers and hands-on workshops.  Topical information and reference materials are available.

Our programs promote knowledge sharing for all levels of expertise.  One of the goals of BRMA is to provide useful tools that the members can apply to their jobs, and to their professional growth.  Membership feedback guides the Board of Directors in planning the organization's activities.