"The world is in permacrisis, and navigating the turbulence and uncertainties that we face is hard. I have long argued that, like the Scout Movement, we must all ‘be prepared’ for whatever crises and hazards lie ahead. Dr Gav argues persuasively that we need to go beyond preparedness and resilience and aim to be PRESILIENT!"

“Having worked as a senior executive in the mining industry in challenging environments prior to entering the Australian Parliament, I see how the application of the principles contained in this book could make a positive difference to any business. The concept of Presilience resonates deeply with me — the fusion of being proactive and building resilience are core to being successful. Drawing on his own life experiences, Dr Gav brings to his analysis a level of empathy and self-awareness that is quite unique. This is not just a book — it is a tool kit to build a more successful life."

“Gav’s work is meaningful, so it’s not surprising that Presilience is meaningful for the reader and their business. Most people navigate away from the topics of risk management and crisis management as quickly as they possibly can, not realizing that they’re leaving so much opportunity on the table. Presilience will help you take your business to new heights in a new way."

“Dr Gav does an amazing job of decomposing the many challenges organizations face as they balance risk and opportunity. Even better, the insights and strategies he provides are proven and can actually be applied. The bottom line is that virtually any organization can benefit greatly from Presilience, and it should be required training for anyone in a leadership role.”

“Contemporary risk management from a progressive thought leader, Presilience brings together experience, pragmatism, and twenty-first century thinking without being overly elaborate. At its core is a simple relationship between prevention and response, and the concept can be adopted in a personal and professional capacity. Gav’s backstory is fascinating, and this depth of knowledge, experience, skills, and intellect make for a memorable read. I highly recommend Presilience to anyone in a business/organizational resilience role or industry.”

There is no doubt that the world we live in is increasingly associated with chaos, instability, anxiety, fear, and loss of trust. At such times, it is critical to have something that you can hold on to as a basic truth. Presilinece, by academic, sensei, and business leader Dr Gav, offers that truth. Presilience is what the world needs right now and will increase our collective understanding of how we cannot just survive, but thrive, in an ever-changing world.”

“Whether leading teams, fighting wars, or managing domestic disasters, minimizing risk and maximizing opportunity has been a constant pursuit. The framings and tools of Presilience have helped me better understand myself and the teams I have had the privilege to work alongside. It is essential for all leaders seeking to optimize performance in a rapidly changing world."