Garfield S. Jones is the Associate Chief of Strategic Technology for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Dr. Jones is responsible for developing the strategy and providing guidance on the use of innovative and leading-edge technology across CISA, including articulating and

Special Agent in Charge, Matt Anderson, began serving as the Bureau Chief for the Governor’s School Safety Bureau in May of 2024. Prior to this assignment, SAC Anderson served in multiple capacities with the Division of Narcotics Enforcement, the Division of Criminal

Lori Alhadeff is a dedicated advocate for school safety, an education leader, and the co-founder of Make Our Schools Safe (MOSS), a nonprofit organization focused on improving school security nationwide. Motivated by the tragic loss of her daughter, Alyssa Alhadeff, in the 2018 Marjory

Currently, I am the Manager, Emergency Management for Broward County School District, the 6th largest school system in the country. Additionally, I have over 40 years of experience in the nuclear power industry, in the areas of Emergency Management, Nuclear Oversight, Radiological and

Frank Straub, Ph.D., LLP is the President and founder of The Violence Intervention Group, a team of subject matter experts dedicated to the prevention of targeted violence. For more than 10-years, Dr. Straub has provided consulting, technical assistance and training services to

Chad’s career in education spans over two decades, with experiences as a teacher, principal, higher education professional, and superintendent. Throughout his career, Chad has been deeply committed to fostering environments where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. His passion for education

Mr. Gale served with the New Jersey State Police for 26 years, retiring in 2011 at the rank of Captain.  During his career he has provided security for government officials, including presidents and governors; critical infrastructure sites; and large venues/events, including professional

Kevin began his distinguished law enforcement career in 1991 in Florida, dedicating nearly three decades to public safety. He retired from the Miramar Police Department, where he served in a variety of roles, before assuming his current position as Chief of Police for

Kim Punzi-Elabiary currently serves as the Director of Behavioral Threat Management, where she leads efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of Broward County Public Schools. With extensive experience in threat assessment, she is dedicated to developing proactive strategies that identify, assess, and mitigate