Resilience in Business During Crisis

Ebbinge organizes these events with a clear vision on leadership. We take a broad approach, demonstrating how leadership contributes to today’s major societal and economic challenges while inspiring leaders to make a real impact.

From Crisis Management to Continuity
Organizations and governments are increasingly faced with unexpected disruptions. This calls for a shift from reactive crisis management to structural resilience. By investing in adaptive structures, smart risk scenarios, and a culture of continuous learning, we can respond more effectively to change and uncertainty.

The Role of Trust and Communication
Trust in institutions and information is fragile and under pressure due to disinformation and polarization. The session highlighted the critical importance of transparent and timely communication—not only in times of crisis but as an ongoing strategy. Trust is built in times of stability so that it holds firm in times of crisis.

Agile Policies and Flexible Execution
Decision-making and implementation must align more closely with a rapidly evolving environment. The discussion emphasized the need for a hybrid approach, where long-term strategic policies go hand in hand with swift, well-considered actions. Less hierarchy, more collaboration, and flexible teams enable organizations to adapt effectively when needed.

Collaboration as the Foundation
No single organization or government can tackle complex challenges alone. Agility requires cross-sector and interdisciplinary collaboration—from public-private partnerships to knowledge-sharing between governments and civil society. The challenge? Embedding these collaborations structurally so they endure beyond times of crisis.

The Next Step
This event underscored a crucial insight: resilience is not just about systems—it’s about people. The ability to make decisions under pressure and keep learning is essential, requiring a cultural shift within organizations. Mistakes should not only be accepted but embraced as learning opportunities, and experimenting with new strategies should become the norm.