speakers

Tuesday, December 1 at 4:00 p.m.

General Session: COVID-19: What will campus safety and security look like in 2021?

Andy Altizer has been the director of emergency management at Kennesaw State University (KSU) since January 2015. Before going to KSU, he was the director of emergency preparedness for 8 years at Georgia Tech. He was the critical infrastructure protection program manager at Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) for over four years. He has also worked in student affairs at several other campuses, including most recently as the assistant dean of community life at Oglethorpe University. He served over 10 years in the United States Army, including as an inspector general in Afghanistan in 2002.

Andy is CPR/AED certified through the American Heart Association and has completed the NAEMT’s Emergency Medical Responder Course. He is also certified as a Professional Continuity Practitioner by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and a certified Homeland Protection Professional through the National Sheriff’s Association.

He has a Master of Arts degree in higher education administration from the University of Missouri, and a bachelor of science degree in criminal justice from Truman State University. Andy additionally has completed graduate work at Kennesaw State University, Oglethorpe University and the University of South Carolina.

Wednesday, December 2 at 2:30 p.m.

Slowing the Spread of COVID-19 at Home: How Your Family Can Save Itself, Your Campus and Possibly Our Nation

Gregory H. Botz, MD, FCCM, is a professor of anesthesiology and critical care at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. He is an adjunct clinical associate professor of the department anesthesiology at Stanford University Medical School. He is a member of the steering committee and faculty for the MD Anderson Clinical Safety and Effectiveness training program, and a charter fellow in clinical safety and effectiveness for the UT System. He is co-founder and health security lead for the Global Emerging Threats Community of Practice launched with major medical centers. Dr. Botz is the clinical lead for the Coronavirus Care Community of Practice for critical infrastructure worker families and families in the general public launched by the Med Tac Global Bystander Rescue program to deal with the coronavirus crisis.

Wednesday, December 2 at 1:00 p.m.

The Impact of New Title IX Rules on K-12 Schools

Elliot Cox is a school safety analyst for the Idaho Office of School Safety and Security. Prior to his current position, he worked in higher education for nearly six years in various capacities, including as a Title IX investigator, Clery Act compliance coordinator and minors on campus program coordinator. Before working in higher education, Elliot worked for a prosecutor’s office as a public defender and was a child protective services case worker.

Tuesday, December 1 at 1:00 p.m.

A Nonsworn Community College Public Safety Department’s Lessons from This Summer’s Minneapolis Civil Unrest

As Associate Director of Public Safety at Minneapolis Community and Technical College, Mark is responsible for managing the day-to-day communications and operations of the public safety department, supporting the director of public safety as the senior consultant on public safety matters, and managing all of the department’s projects.

Mark has served in higher education public safety since 2008 and began his career as a student security monitor while earning his bachelor of arts in sociology at William Penn University. Mark continued to work for William Penn University as a security officer after graduating college. Mark continued his career as a public safety sergeant at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minn., from 2013 to 2016.

In addition, Mark served 8 years in the U.S. Navy Reserve as master-at-arms, serving in an anti-terrorism/force protection capacity. During his service, he completed a year-long deployment to East Africa and was awarded the Navy and Marine Corp Commendation Medal for his actions as a watch commander overseeing the base security operations for a U.S. navy installation in a hazardous duty/combat zone.

Mark holds a master of arts degree in public safety and law enforcement leadership from the University of St. Thomas and is currently pursuing a master of arts degree in intelligence and security studies from the Citadel.

Wednesday, December 2 at 11:00 a.m.

How to Stay Motivated and Effective When You’re Overwhelmed

After serving in the U.S. Navy, Stacy began a law enforcement career in 1993 at the University of Florida Police Department (UFPD). During his 17-year tenure at UFPD, Stacy had a successful career, both in promotions and training. He was named Officer of the Year early and also began his teaching career early on. As an instructor at numerous police academies in Florida, Stacy became a sought-after presenter in many areas.

Stacy was rapidly promoted within his agency and continued his training background as the lead trainer. As his career developed, he became a lead trainer at various police academies in advanced areas like instructor techniques, line supervision and field training program. Having been certified to teach all high liability areas, Stacy taught all aspects for law enforcement.

As Stacy’s law enforcement career continued, he was promoted to lieutenant and worked as a watch commander, spending some time as the investigations commander, and later transitioning into special events where he oversaw the special events in his jurisdiction. Mass events became a career focus as Stacy oversaw large college football games, high profile dignitary visits, and many large concerts and sporting events. Stacy was working special events during the “Don’t Tase Me Bro” incident and followed up that high-profile incident with an initiative that he developed called “Rules vs. Laws.”, which he is still actively presenting around the country.

Stacy has also been a civilian trainer for more than 25 years. He began his civilian presentations with a highly sought after alcohol and drug class. He was actively involved with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and presented for more than 10 years for the organization. Stacy also worked for the National Safety Council for many years as a defensive driving instructor. Later in his career, Stacy created a corporate training class called “Compassionate Communication“ and began presenting it around the country. He currently is the lead trainer for the Florida Baptist Convention, providing “Safe and Secure Church” training to member of churches throughout Florida.

In recent years, Stacy’s law enforcement career led him to a Sheriff’s Office in Florida where he has worked in both the marine and aviation divisions of the agency. While he is currently retired from full time law enforcement, he still stays active at the Sheriff’s Office as a Tactical Flight Officer, along with teaching and patrolling when needed.

Stacy will bring a high level of energy, an open and honest approach, and a true compassion for others during this presentation.

Tuesday, December 1 at 12:30 p.m.

Addressing a Student’s Call for Help Through Suicide Risk Assessment

Will taught at-risk, students with disabilities (SWD) and English Language Learners (ELL). He developed extensive expertise in the provision of programs and services for students with specialization in emotional behavioral disabilities, autism spectrum disorders and other learning differences.

Will has also directed exceptional student education at Miami-Dade and Palm Beach County School Districts, and has key experience in psychological services, behavioral/mental health and crisis management. He currently supports the implementation of behavioral threat assessment, suicide risk assessment, sexual threats and fire-setting to help manage and address the behavioral mental health and wellness of students with school safety in mind.

Tuesday, December 1 at 2:00 p.m.

Planning, Response and After Action Reporting for Campus Events

James is a 30-year veteran of the fire, emergency medical and disaster response services and is currently the chief mission officer and training director for GlobalFlyte, Inc. Jim is most noted for his participation in the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System (US&R) under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Not only was he one of the key leaders in the development of Ohio’s FEMA US&R task force, Ohio Task Force One, but he was also selected as a member of FEMA US&R’s command and control team called the Incident Support Team.

Wednesday, December 2 at 3:30 p.m.

Tools and Resources for Supporting Behavioral Threat Assessment Programs in a Hybrid Environment

A former middle school administrator with more than 19 years of experience, Thom brings extensive knowledge in school operations and security needs. His proficiency in behavioral threat assessment comes from close collaboration with today’s leading experts, including Dr. Dewey Cornell and countless practitioners at districts across the country. At Navigate360, Thom focuses on building relationships with industry experts, state legislators and others who can help create safe environments for people to work, learn and thrive.

Tuesday, December 1 at 4:00 p.m.

General Session | Higher Ed – COVID-19: What Will Campus Safety and Security Look Like in 2021?

Dan Lewis has more than 25 years of experience in the Security and Law Enforcement fields. He has held a position in law enforcement and management positions with multiple “Fortune 50” companies. Dan has managed a wide variety of security projects and functions, including physical security, security operations, security system development and deployment, threat and security assessments, security metrics development, event security, executive security, security standards development, crisis management and investigations. Dan obtained a BA from Lehigh University in 1990 and obtained his Certified Protection Professional (CPP) status in 1996.

Dan Lewis joined Transact in 2014 as a Security Solutions Engineer and assists customers in the design and specification of Security and Surveillance Systems.

Wednesday, December 2 at 12:30 p.m.

Key Factors in Developing an Effective COVID Screening Program on College Campuses

Dean Myrick is the National Junior College Athletic Assoiciation’s (NJCAA) first vice president for the men’s division andcommissioner of the Alabama Community College Conference – a post he has held since 2012. He brings 16 years of experience in two-year college athletics as an athletic director, men’s basketball head coach and director of student life.

Myrick earned a B.S. in physical education/health from Bluefield College in Virginia and a M.Ed. in sports management from East Stroudsburg University in Pennsylvania. He currently serves as the chair of Division I men’s basketball while also being a member of other notable committees, including finance and budget, championship events and Division I men’s golf.

Prior to his arrival in Alabama, Myrick represented region 10 as both the men’s and women’s director and was honored with the George E. Killian Award of Excellence in 2012.

Wednesday, December 2 at 12:30 p.m.

Key Factors in Developing an Effective COVID Screening Program on College Campuses

For the past ten years, Michael has helped businesses implement software to improve efficiencies and increase communications. In the last three years, Michael has worked with higher education and healthcare organizations to implement software where security and compliance are essential.

Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.

Keynote: Working Threat Assessment Cases in a Virtual Environment

 Dr. Randazzo is CEO and founder of SIGMA Threat Management Associates, LLC. She is recognized internationally as an expert on threat assessment and threat management, school shootings, other targeted violence, and protective intelligence investigations. She also serves as director of threat assessment for Georgetown University.

Previously, Dr. Randazzo served for ten years with the U.S. Secret Service, most recently as the agency’s chief research psychologist. She is an accomplished presenter on threat assessment investigations, having trained more than 15,000 professionals in law enforcement, management, administration, mental health and the intelligence community throughout the United States, Canada and the European Union. Her work is used throughout federal, state and local law enforcement communities and has been credited with preventing planned attacks. She is co-author of two leading books: “The Handbook for Campus Threat Assessment and Management Teams” (2008) and “Implementing Behavioral Threat Assessment on Campus: A Virginia Tech Demonstration Project” (2009).

Dr. Randazzo has testified before Congress and has been interviewed by major television, radio and print news outlets. She currently serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Threat Assessment & Management. She received her Ph.D. and master’s degree from Princeton University in social psychology, and a B.A. in psychology and religion from Williams College.

Dr. Randazzo was awarded the Williams College Bicentennial Medal for her work in preventing violence, has served as a subject matter expert for Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy’s Sandy Hook Advisory Commission, a reviewer for the White House’s federal Guides to High Quality Emergency Plans, and an appointed member of the American Psychological Association’s Expert Panel on Preventing Gun Violence.

Tuesday, December 1 at 2:30 p.m.

Managing Public Safety Expectations and Responsibilities in a Changing Community Environment

Edgar Rodriguez is currently the associate vice president of public safety/chief of police at Boston’s Wentworth Institute of Technology. Eddie has more than 33 years of progressive law enforcement experience, holding various positions within the Connecticut State Police, the Beacon Falls Police Department and the department of public dafety at Quinnipiac University.

He brings vast experience in the areas of law enforcement leadership, human resource management, labor relations, emergency management and community policing within a diverse community. Eddie strives to establish and foster positive working relationships within the communities for which he serves. Eddie holds a bachelor of science in individual studies, public safety administration, from Charter Oak State College, and a master of science in business management from Albertus Magnus College. He is a certified international emergency manager, as well as a fire and explosion investigator and an O.S.H.A. compliance officer.

Eddie is a graduate of The Police Executive Research Forum (Session 74), Senior Management

Eddie is in the process of developing and directing the enforcement of policies, procedures, and protocols in compliance with local, state, and federal mandates. He continually assesses, monitors, and makes recommendations to move the department progressively forward while consistently keeping the needs and requirements of the department, the university, and the community partnerships at the forefront.

Recognition:

• In April 2020, Quinnipiac University was recognized at the National Campus Safety Summit in Las Vegas for being among the top 25 universities that are making a difference in student safety.
• On June 23, 2020, Edgar Received the Administrative Excellence Award from the International Association Campus Law Enforcement Administrators.
• On July 7, 2020, Edgar received the Director of Higher Education award from Campus Safety magazine.

Tuesday, December 1 at 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 2 at 4:00 p.m.

Redefining the Role of Law Enforcement in School Safety
General Session: COVID-19: What Will School Safety and Security Look Like in 2021?

Gary L. Sigrist, Jr., is the CEO and president of Safeguard Risk Solutions, LLC. His career spans more than 30 years as an educator, administrator and police officer. He is also a nationally known speaker, consultant, author, and expert on emergency preparedness and how to build relationships with first responders.

Gary was an educator and administrator for South-Western City Schools (SWCS) for 30 years. In 2008, he was named project director for Readiness and Emergency Management in Schools (REMS). SWCS is only one of a handful of school districts to win the REMS grant in 2008 and 2010, under his guidance. He secured almost $1 million in funding and resources through federal and state grants for SWCS to enhance safety, security and crisis management programs, as well as implementing the district’s visitor ID system and developing its continuity of operations/disaster recovery plan and food defense plan. He also led the re-engineering of the district’s two-way radio communication system and oversaw the implementation of its mass notification plan.

Gary developed the only course approved and endorsed by the State of Ohio Division of Real Estate on Realtor Safety. His work with law enforcement, training from New Mexico Tech and the DHS, and his work with members of the Columbus (Ohio) fire department bomb squad lead to the current training “Bomb Threat Protocols for Schools,” which is being delivered to schools across the nation.

Gary is a certified DHS trainer for both the Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response (LASER) and Screening of Persons through Observational Techniques (SPOT) organizations. Gary earned a bachelor of science degree in elementary education from Ohio University and a masters of science degree in education administration from the University of Dayton. He also completed Ohio Peace Officers Basic Training through the Central Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy.

Wednesday, December 2 at 4:00 p.m.

General Session: COVID-19: What Will School Safety and Security Look Like in 2021?

Paul Timm, PSP, is the vice president of Facility Engineering Associates, a board-certified physical security professional (PSP), the author of “School Security: How to Build and Strengthen a School Safety Program” and a nationally acclaimed expert in physical security.

In addition to conducting numerous vulnerability assessments and his frequent keynote addresses, Paul is an experienced crisis assistance team volunteer through the National Organization for Victims Assistance (NOVA). He is certified in vulnerability assessment methodology (VAM) through Sandia National Laboratories and the vulnerability assessment methodology. He is also a member of ASIS International’s School Safety & Security Council and the Illinois Association of School Business Officials’ risk management committee. Paul recently earned his master’s degree from Moody Theological Seminary.

Wednesday, December 2 at 4:00 p.m.

General Session: COVID-19: What Will Campus Safety and Security Look Like in 2021?

Alan Walters currently serves as executive director of safety and risk management for the Georgetown County School District, which serves approximately 10,000 students in coastal South Carolina. He also serves as a member of the South Carolina State Board of Education. In 2017, he was named Campus Safety magazine’s K-12 Director of the Year. Previously, he served for 17 years as a summary court judge.

Alan also spent 17 years as a highly decorated law enforcement officer whose awards include being named South Carolina Deputy Sheriff of the Year and South Carolina Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. During his service, he held positions including investigator, SRO, crime prevention officer, SWAT operator, crisis negotiator and training instructor, which includes time in supervisory and command ranks. He earned a bachelor of science degree in education from Southern Illinois University and a master of Criminal Justice degree from the University of South Carolina. He has been a presenter at local, state, national and international trainings.