Registration Desk

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Registration Desk Hours: 7:50AM - 6:00PM

Welcome Remarks

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Conference Co-Chairs: 

Dr. Vereen Barton, Assistant Division Chief, Director of Recruiting, Criminal Investigation And the Office of Accountability and Oversight  

Maryland-National Capital Park Police 

Yasmin Brown, Captain, Assistant Chief, Patrol Services

Maryland-National Capital Park Police  

Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges: Empowering Women in Law Enforcement Leadership, Resilience, and Innovation through Tuff Tactics

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• Empowering Women Through Tuff Tactics:  Explore how Compassion, Confidence, and Collaboration are essential tools for women to lead and succeed in law enforcement
• Addressing Gender Bias and Workplace Challenges:  Gain insights into overcoming gender bias and fostering an inclusive environment through open communication and proactive leadership
• Balancing Careers and Retention:  Understand the importance of work-life balance and learn about effective strategies to retain and support women in law enforcement roles

Antoinette Tuff

A Hero Helping Individuals, Organizations, and Corporations with Safer Workplace and School Environments

Accidental Hostage Negotiator

Strategies for Changing and Evolving your Organization’s Culture

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• Implement culture-changing strategies that emphasize transparency and community collaboration
• Learn steps to foster an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives to increase morale and engagement
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability to effectively respond to challenges and opportunities

Marvin "Ben" Haiman, Executive Director of the Center for Public Safety and Justice

University of Virginia

Rex Ingram, Chief of Police 

City of Caldwell

Melinda Linas, Commander  

Chicago Police Department 

Widening the Pipeline – Implementing Innovative and Inclusive Hiring Practices

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• Attract more women to law enforcement without diluting the quality of candidates, while protecting and promoting your organization’s standards
• Implement comprehensive onboarding programs designed to support and retain female recruits, fostering an empowering and inclusive environment
• get buy-in from other females by promoting a culture of women supporting women, helping them become agents of change
• Develop and communicate inclusive policies that promote and embrace diversity in appearance, such as hairstyles, aligning with community expectations

Moderator:

Mike Boward, Sergeant 

Fort Collins Police 

Rex Ingram, Chief of Police 

City of Caldwell

Jerry Drum, Captain 

Albany Police Department 

Melinda Linas, Commander  

Chicago Police Department 

Building a Marketable Brand with Epic Recruiting/Case Study with Mesa Police Department

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• Build brand consistency through professional, diverse and creative content
• Identify today's unique challenges when it comes to finding your ideal recruit 
• Make data driven decisions specific to your department's needs
• Providing a platform to highlight Women in your agency to attract similar applicants

Elisha Gibbs, Sergeant  

Mesa Police Department  

Rachael Beck, Digital Marketing Account Manager 

Epic Recruiting  

Marteen Cleary, Director of Production  

Epic Recruiting  

Let’s Continue the Conversation: 30x30 Challenges and Opportunities

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• Discuss how to overcome obstacles to the 30x30 initiative such as budget restrictions, recruitment and retentions, while getting stakeholder buy-in
• Embrace the opportunity to strengthen community trust and relations by ensuring that the police force reflects the demographics and values of the communities they serve
• Peer-to-peer learning: finding common solutions to the challenges around increasing diversity and representation, while retaining and empowering current talent

Moderator: 

Gwen Nolan, MA, Department Captain 

New Orleans Police Department

Ms. Andrea J. Bright, Assistant Commissioner, Office of Human Resources Management, Enterprise Services

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Tanya Meisenholder, Ph.D.

NYU Policing Project

Former Deputy Commissioner (NYPD)

Dr. Vereen Barton, Assistant Division Chief, Director of Recruiting, Criminal Investigation And the Office of Accountability and Oversight  

Maryland-National Capital Park Police 

The Mother Cop Dilemma

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Leadership strategies to support working parents, drawing from the first-hand experience of a mother cop, and offering effective solutions from the perspective of a tenured police lieutenant. 

• Implement comprehensive retention strategies that prioritize a positive and supportive work environment
• Foster a welcoming environment for growing families within your organization
• Train supervisors to effectively accommodate new parents in the workplace
• Advocate for gender diversity, inclusion, and support within your agency
• Actively engage, inquire, and evolve policies to inspire meaningful culture change

Julia Clasby, Operations Bureau Lieutenant

Seal Beach Police Department

Empowerment Through Fitness

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• Explore the vital link between physical fitness and mental resilience 

• The relationship between consistency, competence, and the road to confidence 

• Highlight real-life success stories from fitness programs designed for law enforcement 

• Share effective strategies to inspire and engage officers in prioritizing fitness 

William Moore, Senior Training Instructor  

Austin Police Department  

Putting Emotional Intelligence Principles to Work for You

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• Learn emotional intelligence techniques to defuse high-stress situations effectively and safely
• Discover how applying emotional intelligence in interactions with the public can strengthen community relations, build trust, and foster a positive image
• Gain practical tools to improve self-awareness, empathy, and communication skills

Na'Shayla Nelson, PhD, Assistant Chief of Police  

Portsmouth Police Department  

Closing Remarks

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Conference Co-Chairs: 

Dr. Vereen Barton, Assistant Division Chief, Director of Recruiting, Criminal Investigation And the Office of Accountability and Oversight  

Maryland-National Capital Park Police 

Yasmin Brown, Captain, Assistant Chief, Patrol Services

Maryland-National Capital Park Police  

Registration Desk

Grand Ballroom Foyer - Lower Lobby Level

Registration Desk Hours: 8:00AM - 11:00AM

Exhibit Hall Open

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Day Two Welcome Remarks

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Conference Co-Chairs: 

Dr. Vereen Barton, Assistant Division Chief, Director of Recruiting, Criminal Investigation And the Office of Accountability and Oversight  

Maryland-National Capital Park Police 

Yasmin Brown, Captain, Assistant Chief, Patrol Services

Maryland-National Capital Park Police  

Stay Up to Date: Emerging Technologies and the Future of Profession

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• Discover how technology is a force enabler to operational efficiency and effectively addressing crime and disorder
• Explore how specifically, technologies within a Real-Time Crime Center can transform incident response and management, enhance situational awareness and improve decision-making
• Learn strategies to ensure the safe and ethical adoption of emerging law enforcement technologies, safeguarding privacy and civil liberties

Jacquelyn Piper, Lieutenant

Cobb County Police Department

Jamie L. Roush, Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer

CRH Analysis Consulting, Inc.

Lessons on How to Diversify Leadership at your Organization

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• Learn effective methods to develop female leaders within your organization
• Hear how to create a more balanced and dynamic leadership team
• Develop, maintain and nurture your network, ensuring it remains an asset

Moderator: 

Dr. Lindsey Alli, Ed.D. 

Stay Ready Training and Consulting, LLC 

Clay Swensen, Lieutenant, Special Division   

Sandy Police Department  

Ettice Brickus, MSM, M.S.Ed, Lt. Colonel 

Deputy Chief of Patrol 

Area 2 Commander 

Baltimore Police Department 

Lieutenant Dawn M. Carpenter, Recruitment Services Section Commander, Bureau of Training and Education

Pennsylvania State Police

Practical Steps for Solidifying Career Growth and Breaking into Specialized Assignments

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• Gain insights into building resiliency and perseverance, helping overcome obstacles to succeed in high-demand areas of law enforcement
• Discuss the role of higher education in career advancement and readiness
• Reevaluate and adapt the requirements, skills and capabilities necessary to break into specialized assignments
• Learn how to pursue growth without sacrificing your personal life

Kristen Wright-Van Meter, (Former) Recruiting Sergeant 

Arizona Department of Public Safety  

Finding your Voice and Place as a Leader

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• Strategies for leading and influencing when you are not the designated leader
• Practical tips for becoming a change agent within your organization
• Mission driven: be reminded why you entered the profession in the first place
• Discuss how to handle burnout and performance punishment

Berthine Crèvecoeur West, MA, EMBA, CDE® - CEO  

Westbridge Solutions   

Head of Business Strategy Development| Certified Diversity Executive®  

Coaching and Mentorship – From Concept to Practice

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• Establish and maintain successful mentor/mentee relationships 
• Create an environment that encourages mentorship and coaching 
• Discuss how to advocate for yourself, while creating space at the table and opportunities for others 
• Learn how to enlist allies and champions throughout the organization

Moderator: 
Michelle McAllister, Detective 

Prince William County Police Department

Melinda Linas, Commander  

Chicago Police Department  

Susan Cutroni, Section Manager  

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office  

Charting Your Path: Strategies for Advancement and Readiness

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• Learn effective techniques for setting clear career objectives and strategizing your path to advancement
• Discover key indicators and self-assessment tools to determine when you're ready to take the next step in your career journey
• Equip yourself with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to successfully navigate your next career move with certainty and purpose

Moderator: 

Ettice Brickus, MSM, M.S.Ed, Lt. Colonel, Deputy Chief of Patrol, Area 2 Commander 

Baltimore Police Department 

Michelle McAllister, Detective 

Prince William County Police Department 

Clay Swensen, Lieutenant, Special Division   

Sandy Police Department  

Gwen Nolan, MA, Department Captain 

New Orleans Police Department

Closing Remarks

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Conference Co-Chairs: 

Dr. Vereen Barton, Assistant Division Chief, Director of Recruiting, Criminal Investigation And the Office of Accountability and Oversight  

Maryland-National Capital Park Police 

Yasmin Brown, Captain, Assistant Chief, Patrol Services

Maryland-National Capital Park Police