Nov. 15, 2024

Rental Roundtable #32: Responding to Disaster - Lessons from Hurricane Helene

Rental Roundtable #32: Responding to Disaster - Lessons from Hurricane Helene

In this episode of the Rental Roundtable, we are joined by Warren Clayton, President of Asheville Hwy Rental and ARA of SC President, who brings firsthand experience from Hurricane Helene. We'll be discussing:


✅ From Lawyer to Rental Company Owner: An Unlikely Journey

Warren’s unique path from practicing law to leading a rental company offers valuable lessons on adaptability and growth. While the focus is on disaster relief, we’ll also touch on his inspiring career transition and what drew him to the rental industry.


✅ Helping with Hurricane Helene – A Firsthand Account

Hear from Warren Clayton about how Asheville Hwy Rental played a crucial role in supporting disaster relief during Hurricane Helene, providing essential equipment and assistance to affected communities in their time of need.


✅ How Rental Companies Keep Operating in a High-Stress Natural Disaster

Running a rental company during a natural disaster requires not only resilience but also strategic planning. We'll discuss how rental businesses like Asheville Hwy Rental maintain operations under extreme pressure, ensuring the availability of critical equipment for disaster response while safeguarding their staff, assets, and operations.


✅ Preventing Theft During Disasters

Natural disasters often create chaotic situations, increasing the risk of equipment theft. Warren will share strategies that Asheville Hwy Rental implemented to prevent theft during Hurricane Helene, including enhanced security measures, equipment tracking, and collaboration with local authorities to minimize losses.


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