Training Overview
See a summary of all our training options one page. All courses are currently available online.
Group Training
The leader in business continuity education and certification across many industries, DRI International offers team training designed to fit the needs of every organization, from private corporations to the public sector and everywhere in-between.
Higher Education
DRI International offers colleges and universities the opportunity to familiarize their students with information on business continuity professions and certifications recognized by private and public sector organizations around the world.
Certification Overview
Certification is a two-part process; verification of knowledge and confirmation of experience.
Value of Certification
A DRI International certification is the most widely recognized and respected business continuity certification in the world. DRI only certifies professionals that have demonstrated both knowledge and experience in the business continuity and/or disaster recovery profession.
Digital Badge Program
Learn more about how to unlock your DRI digital badge and display your DRI certification to enhance your online professional profile today.
Maintain Certification
Maintaining your DRI International certification carries two requirements; an annual maintenance fee as well as Continuing Education Activity Points (CEAP).
Be a part of the premier business continuity conference. Join us at DRI2025 in Las Vegas, Feb. 2-5, 2025. Check back for more information.
Meet DRI
We speak at numerous industry events around the globe and engage with our community in a variety of ways. Find out where you can meet DRI.
Thought Leadership
Through committees and other initiatives, we publish research and insights about the profession. Explore our library and other resources.
Webinars
DRI International webinars cover vital resilience issues, engaging and informing professionals in the field. See what's coming up next and view previously broadcast presentations here.
Hiring Guide
Learn how to hire the right business continuity professionals that will enable your organization to withstand any crisis and come through even stronger with the DRI Hiring Guide. Download now.
What is Business Continuity Management (BCM)?
BCM is a holistic management process that identifies potential threats to an organization and the impacts to business operations those threats, if realized, might cause, and which provides a framework for building organizational resilience.
DRI in the News
We reach out and engage as many audiences as possible using broad media coverage to provide a forum for discussion. We serve as a trusted resource to other professions and the general public.
DRI Board Spotlight: AnneMarie Staley
The boards of DRI International and the DRI Foundation are comprised of some of the most dedicated and knowledgeable professionals in BCM and resilience, working together to make DRI an indispensable, inclusive, and diverse organization. In this ongoing series of interviews with the board members, you’ll learn more about them and why they’re passionate about the resilience community.
AnneMarie Staley, CBCP
AnneMarie Staley was most recently the Global Business Continuity Manager for AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. in New York. AmTrust is a multinational property and casualty insurer specializing in coverage for small to mid-sized businesses. Prior to AmTrust, AnneMarie was the Managing Director for Global Business Continuity Management at the New York Stock Exchange between 2000 and 2014. She is also Chair of the DRI Foundation, the philanthropic arm of DRI International, and Chair of the DRI Awards of Excellence Program.
How did you first come into the BCM/resilience field?
2000 was my first year in the resilience field. I worked for the Securities Industry Automation Corporation (SIAC). Our primary mission was to administer and maintain the data centers for the New York and American Stock Exchanges. That experience afforded me a lot of valuable knowledge.
Why did you accept a position on the DRI Board?
I was one of three Certified Professionals voted to the Board in 2009 or so by my fellow Certified Professionals. I had put myself forth in the election process as I felt strongly that I could represent the diverse views of certified professionals everywhere. I am grateful to have had and still have that opportunity to serve.
What is your proudest moment or most valuable contribution as a DRI board member?
Introducing and implementing the Awards of Excellence Program and Gala, and serving as the DRI Foundation Chair. The AoE is a marvelous way for the resilience community to see our BCM professionals’ talent and contributions to the industry recognized and honored. The DRI Foundation has given voice to underrepresented groups like the Veteran’s Outreach Program and the Women in Business Continuity Management committees, allowing them opportunities to educate, mentor and grow. And the Foundation’s volunteerism efforts and grant giving has made a tremendous difference to communities before, during and after disasters.
What new responsibilities or skill sets do you think resilience professionals should take on?
I believe we can improve soft skills by incorporating behavioral science and psychology tenants. Having a good understanding of what motivates, inspires and interests people makes it easier for collaboration and engagement across an enterprise or in life.
What words of wisdom do you have for resilience professionals?
There’s never enough time to do it, but there’s always time to do it again! So try to get as close as possible the first time.
What’s one interesting or unique thing that we should know about you?
While my hobbies and tastes are eclectic, I particularly enjoy classic and film noir movies, and Karaoke!
