Disasters Expo USA is tailored exclusively for business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) professionals involved in disaster response, management, recovery, and resilience sectors. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Emergency Management Officials

• Government Agencies and Representatives (local, state, and federal)

• Disaster Relief Organizations

• Businesses Offering Disaster Solutions (e.g., tech, construction, logistics, or communications firms)

• First Responders

• Risk Management and Insurance Professionals

• Urban Planners and Infrastructure Experts

Essentially, if your role involves addressing, mitigating, or recovering from disasters in a professional capacity, this expo is for you. The event is not open to the general public.

To register your interest to attend the event please click here.

If you need additional tickets for Disasters Expo USA, please visit the registration page on the event website to purchase them.

You will receive your badge up to 2 weeks prior to the event. 

No, children are not permitted at Disasters Expo USA. The event is designed specifically for business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) professionals, and access is restricted to industry attendees only. For safety and logistical reasons, it is recommended that attendees make alternative arrangements for childcare during the event. 

We are only able to issue visa support letters to speakers whom we have invited to speak at Disasters Expo USA, and exhibitors who have paid in full for their stands. If you are a speaker, please discuss with the content team. If you are an exhibitor, please contact your Account Manager as soon as possible. Please note that exhibition fees will not be refunded in the case of a visa not being obtained or denied.

Under no circumstance are we able to issue visa letters to visitors attending Disasters Expo USA. If your application to attend the event has been approved, you will receive an email confirming this, and we recommend using this email as supporting documentation for your visa application.

Yes, please email marketing.usa@fortem-international.com for any edits of your details. 

Speakers at Disasters Expo USA are handpicked by the event organizers. If you are interested in becoming a speaker, please email marketing.usa@fortem-international.com. However, please note that we cannot guarantee that all requests will be approved for a session. We carefully select speakers based on their relevance to the event’s content and audience.

The event is not free to attend. It is exclusively for industry professionals who must provide verification of their role. For more details on registration and ticket packages, please visit the registration packages page on the event website.

Yes, your ticket will provide you with access for both days of the event.

Disasters Expo USA is an in-person event only and cannot be streamed virtually.

Please find details on getting to the venue here.

The event will open at 10am on both days and close at 4pm.

There is free wifi at the venue for attendees.

For detailed information regarding accessibility features at the venue, please visit the venue's official website - https://www.miamibeachconvention.com/

Or contact the venue here: 786.276.2600

Seating for the conferences at the Disasters Expo USA is available on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure you have a seat for the session you'd like to attend, it is recommended that you arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the start of the session.

If you wish to film or take photographs at Disasters Expo USA, please apply for a press pass. Please note that live streaming is not permitted. If you are from a news channel, kindly email marketing.usa@fortem-internation.com for further details and approval.

There is no strict dress code for Disasters Expo USA, and attendees are welcome to wear what they feel comfortable in. However, we recommend professional attire or smart casual clothing to maintain a polished and business-appropriate appearance at the event.

If you haven’t received your badge and showguide in the post, please be patient. If you have not received them at least two weeks prior to the event, there’s no need to panic. You will be able to pick up your badge and showguide upon arrival at the event.

If you're unable to attend Disasters Expo USA, we recommend reaching out to the event organizers for more information on potential alternatives, such as accessing event materials post-show. We recommend following the event's social media channels to stay up to date with the latest news, updates, and highlights from the event. This will help you keep informed about key sessions, exhibitors, and any content shared after the expo.