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The episode features an insightful interview with Jeff Morgan, who brings a wealth of experience from his military background to the domain of campus and corporate security. Jeff discusses his transition from the Air Force to spearheading emergency management and physical security initiatives at the University of Central Florida, and eventually moving into corporate security with LendingTree. He shares valuable lessons learned in the military that have informed his approach to security, emphasizing the importance of layered defenses, comprehensive planning, standardized protocols, and the integration of technology in safeguarding campuses and corporate environments. Highlighting the challenges faced in campus security, including budget constraints and the necessity for dedicated security personnel, Jeff stresses the need for support from top administration to foster a culture of safety and to effectively implement security measures. He also touches upon the role of technology, like AI for gun detection, as a solution to staffing challenges and enhancing security measures. Jeff expresses his ongoing commitment to school safety through his involvement with Zero Now, a community aimed at driving innovation and investment in school safety. Through his experiences and current endeavors, Jeff underscores the multifaceted approach required to advance campus safety, incorporating lessons from the military, the value of continuous improvement, and the adoption of new technologies to meet evolving security needs.

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The "Path to Safer Schools" series proudly presents its next critical installment: "Assessing School Safety Vulnerabilities: A Comprehensive Approach." This insightful panel discussion aims to delve deep into the complexities of identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities within our educational environments, ensuring the well-being and security of students and staff alike. Join us as we bring together a distinguished panel of experts, including renowned school safety professionals, experienced educators, and leading security technology innovators, for an enlightening conversation on the multifaceted aspects of school safety assessment. This session will give attendees a holistic view of the current challenges and innovative strategies to create a secure learning atmosphere. SPECIAL GUESTS: Glenn Norling Special Agent (Ret)· Federal Bureau of Investigation Glenn Norling is a retired FBI Special Agent, and the Owner and Principal Consultant at TBR Consulting LLC, founded in 2020, providing world-class emergency planning, crisis management, and active shooter preparation consultation services and training. Glenn also serves as the Executive Director for P.R.O. Community Advisors for the Active Shooter Prevention Project. Glenn is a certified FBI crisis manager, an FBI instructor, and FBI adjunct faculty. Throughout his 20-year career, he worked as a field investigator, a field supervisory special agent, as well as a supervisory special agent at the FBI’s Critical Incident Response Group in Quantico, Virginia. Glenn has trained over 25,000 people in active shooter awareness and preparation since 2014. Glenn has a passion for preparedness. He has extensive experience in national-level training exercises, as well as local critical incident and special event planning, training, preparation, and response. He is a court-designated expert witness for school emergency drills and has written numerous articles for multiple law enforcement publications. He is a member of the National Tactical Officers Association, the National Association of School Resource Officers, the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals, and is a lifetime member of the FBI Agents Association. Glenn is also an avid outdoorsman, shooter, Gunsite graduate, and member of the American Warrior Society. Chief Valdimir Talley Safety and Security Administrator Decatur Public Schools Chief Talley is a thirty-six-year veteran police professional. He began his career as a correctional deputy with Champaign County, Illinois and later served with the Illinois Department of Conservation, and then with the Illinois State Police. Chief Talley concluded his law enforcement career as the Chief for Maywood, Illinois. In 2021, he began consulting on security matters until January 2023 when he assumed a position with the Decatur Public Schools District 61 as their Department Head for school security. Carli Ducko School Safety Specialist Montgomery County Department of Public Safety As a former Correctional Officer, she entered this Law Enforcement profession after working at different educational levels throughout Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. she is also an "Autism Mom", who is passionate about promoting and discussing the specific needs of neurodivergent individuals

In this enlightening episode of the Desensitized series, host Michael Campanella sits down with security expert Jose Figueroa for a critical discussion on enhancing safety in our schools. From simple, actionable steps to the advanced potential of artificial intelligence, Figueroa offers a comprehensive guide to securing educational environments. Whether you're a concerned parent, a proactive student, or an educator seeking to make a difference, this interview sheds light on the essential measures that can be taken to protect our schools and ensure the safety of students and staff alike. Dive into the practicalities of security assessments, the role of CCTV, the importance of drills, and the transformative power of AI in preempting threats. Plus, discover how community involvement and accountability can drive the implementation of these crucial safety protocols. Don't miss these valuable insights—watch now to learn how we can all contribute to making our schools safer.

ZeroNow Conversations. Episode 33 In an era where school safety has never been more critical, the foundation of a secure learning environment begins with a comprehensive, cohesive team approach. We're thrilled to introduce our inaugural webinar, "Start with a Safety Team: The First Step on the Path to Safer Schools." This session is designed to empower educators, administrators, and community stakeholders with the knowledge and tools necessary to build and sustain an effective school safety team. Joining our esteemed guests who bring a wealth of experience and insight: Ron Self, Director of Security, Little Rock School District Kelly Martin, Deputy Director of School Safety, Seminole County Sheriff's Office/Seminole County Public Schools Jill Lemond, Former Assistant Superintendent of Safety & School Operations Each speaker brings unique perspectives from their respective fields, encompassing law enforcement, educational administration, and innovative security solutions. They will share their experiences and strategies for forming a robust and effective safety team. This interactive webinar marks the beginning of our series on the Path to Safer Schools. It will focus on the pivotal role that a well-structured safety team plays in creating and maintaining a secure educational atmosphere. Participants will be guided through the key components of assembling a multidisciplinary team, encompassing representatives from teaching staff, administration, law enforcement, mental health professionals, and community members, all dedicated to the safety and well-being of students and staff. We invite you to join us for this essential conversation on advancing school safety. https://community.zeronow.org/c/conversations/q-a-doj-special-report-robb-elementary-debrief

In the wake of the harrowing mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, on May 24, 2022, our nation has been forced to confront the devastating impact of such acts of violence on our communities. This tragedy, resulting in the loss of 21 lives and leaving 17 others injured, has left an indelible mark on the Uvalde community and beyond. To honor the victims and survivors and ensure that critical lessons are learned to prevent future tragedies, the U.S. Department of Justice conducted an in-depth Critical Incident Review of the events leading up to, during, and following the shooting. We invite you to join us for a profound and necessary program featuring special guests Nazmia E.A. Comrie, Mark Lomax, and Sheriff John Mina from the COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) Critical Incident Review team, who played a pivotal role in this comprehensive analysis. This program aims to shed light on the findings of the review, focusing on the response of local, state, and federal law enforcement and identifying key lessons that can help enhance the preparedness and response to similar incidents. Join us as we come together to reflect on this tragic event, learn from its lessons, and recommit to ensuring our schools' and communities' safety and security. https://community.zeronow.org/c/conversations/q-a-doj-special-report-robb-elementary-debrief

Lead Trainer Brandon Rhone from Navigate360 discusses the importance of school safety training with Ohio State student Hannah Brody.

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This Conversation provides a deep dive into the critical initiative to foster safe and secure learning environments in schools nationwide. The video replay and audio podcast will be available shortly for those who missed it or wish to revisit the insightful discussions. Panelists:  Shahe Bagdasarian  Superintendent, Oak Lawn Community High School  Elisa Mula  Founder EDM, specializing in security grants David Adams Senior Policy Advisor at Bureau of Justice Assistance Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice

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This discussion is on the ethical implications of using facial recognition technology in schools. Our panel of experts will explore the challenges of balancing safety and privacy, and share their perspectives on the use of facial recognition in education. We'll start by delving into the current state of facial recognition technology, including its strengths and limitations. Then, we'll turn to the ethical and privacy concerns that arise when using facial recognition in schools, including issues related to data security, bias, and student privacy.

Guests:

Chief of Police (Ret) @Northern Virginia Community College
Dan Dusseau is an experienced police officer who proudly wore a badge for 33 years. He first served twenty-one years with the Prince George’s County Police Department (Maryland). He worked or supervised almost every aspect of one of the largest and busiest police agencies in the United States. His assignments included: patrol officers and investigations of all types: including robbery, rape, homicide, and police misconduct. He also supervised the academy, personnel, technology, press office, records, and criminal investigations division and commanded a police district. He reached the rank of Major and retired from Prince George’s County in 2010. In 2010, Dan was hired as the Director of Public Safety/Chief of Police at Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA). With 6 campuses in 4 jurisdictions, with approximately 80,000 students, NOVA the is the largest college in Virginia and one of the largest in the U.S.
Sooketoo Bhuta

Director of Product Management @Konica Minolta
Sooketoo Bhuta is the Director of Product Management for Konica Minolta's Video Security Solutions (VSS) portfolio for the Americas, which includes AI solutions and video systems to enhance safety and security and intelligently automate processes. In this role, Sooketoo is responsible for the VSS product portfolio and driving innovation to expand the portfolio with differentiated solutions by partnering with Konica Minolta R&D and engineering teams around technology development. Before joining Konica Minolta, Sooketoo had technology and IT leadership roles at Accenture, Yahoo, and Franklin Templeton Investments.
Dennis SweetHead of Public Safety @OostoDennis Sweet is a public safety and technology expert. He currently serves as Oosto's Head of Public Safety, solving complex security challenges in government, retail, and education sectors using cutting-edge facial recognition and Vision AI. Before joining Oosto, Dennis held leadership roles at FARO technologies, the global leader in 3D measurement technology, including the Global Director of Public Safety and Vice President of APAC. Dennis was also a Criminal Justice Adjunct Professor at Cuyahoga Community College, holds a bachelor's degree from Edinboro University, and is an FBINAA graduate. Before joining Oosto and FARO technologies, Dennis served more than two decades in law enforcement, working in narcotics, special investigations, dignitary protection, and public administration. He ended his law enforcement career at the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, managing 70+ sworn agents and leading technology decision-making for the Bureau.

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ZeroNow is the stakeholder community formed to drive ideas, innovation, and investment to advance school safety. Together, we will make schools safer for good,

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NASPA's Stephanie Gordon discusses the role of Student Affairs with Ohio State student Hannah Brody.

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ZeroNow is the stakeholder community formed to drive ideas, innovation, and investment to advance school safety. Together, we will make schools safer for good,

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In this exclusive program, our esteemed panel of technology visionaries from Intel, Omnilert, and Axis will share their expertise on the latest advancements in security tech, emerging trends, and transformative solutions that are set to redefine school safety strategies. From state-of-the-art surveillance systems to artificial intelligence-driven threat detection and response mechanisms, our speakers will paint a vivid picture of the evolving landscape. GUESTS Kasia Hanson Intel Global Sr. Director, Physical and Cybersecurity Ecosystems Kasia Hanson leads Intel’s Global Security Ecosystem Development and Partnerships for physical and cybersecurity. She leads the strategy and development of security ecosystem partnerships, go-to-market, and sales acceleration/scale strategies. She is a 24-year veteran of Intel with deep technology expertise across IoT/OT, AI, Physical and Cybersecurity, Datacenter, and Storage. She enables partners to develop and deploy technology solutions that deliver key business insights. Kasia is the Chair Emeritus of the Security Industry Association Women in Security Forum, the 2022 SIA Progress Award Honoree, a 2x Women in Security Power 100 honoree, and a Distinguished Fellow for the Innovation Institute for Fan Experience (IIFX) was named the IIFX Women in Sports Innovator Honoree and was named the #3 IFSEC Security Influencer in 2021.

Niclas K. Gustavsson

Omnilert

CTO and Co-Founder

Nick drives all technology innovation for Omnilert. He is an expert in wireless and internet communications spanning more than 20 years. He advises the FAA, NAVY, Pentagon, Veterans Administration & DISA on wireless technology (ANVICOM). Scott Dunn Axis Communications Inc. Senior Director Business Development; Americas· Mr. Dunn is leading strategic long-term initiatives, including Axis connected services, industry relations, and M&A for the Americas region. His team is dedicated to liaising with key industry associations to promote educational and standards efforts for the Security Industry. Mr Dunn has written many security related articles for best practices and future technology trends outlook for various publications and is a sought after speaker/expert panelist at many Industry Events such as ASIS, ISC West and Securing New Ground. He was the architect of Axis’ National Systems Integrator partnerships, Professional Services, Technology Integration program, and architect & engineering education. He has authored many security-related articles for best practices and future technology trends for various publications. He is a sought after speaker/expert panelist at many Industry Events such as ASIS, ISC West and Securing New Ground. He has over 28 years of experience in the security industry in both access control and video surveillance and held top executive positions at Synergistics, Inc. and Northern Computers- Honeywell before joining Axis in 2005. Boards: Security Industry Association since 2019 (Incoming Chairman 2024-2026) National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security Advisory Board ZeroNow - 2023 Awards: 2023 Sports Security Innovator of the Year (SIA-NCS4)