The Central Hazus User Group (CHUG) will host the 2013 Hazus Symposium in Indianapolis, IN from August 5th - 7th. This event occurs only once per year and registration is free! Hazus-MH (Multi-Hazard) combines science, engineering, and mathematical modeling with GIS technology to estimate losses of life and property—and shows those losses on a map. The Hazus Symposium is an important opportunity for any current or aspiring GIS and natur...

A cornerstone of the Obama administration’s counterterrorism policy has been the dramatic increase in drone strikes against suspected militants overseas. That policy reached uncharted waters however, with the killing of Anwar Awlaki, a U.S. citizen, on September 30, 2011. Awlaki’s killing raises a number of important questions related to the scope of the war on terror, as well as the complex constitutional and legal issues surround...

OpTac International presents its Harvard University award winning research on SWAT and Critical Incident Management to prepare and enhance the skills of law enforcement personnel responsible for the management of these extreme events. Law enforcement administrators, executive officers, incident and tactical commanders, and SWAT team personnel will benefit from an improved understanding of critical incident management, and its associated legal...

Five Traits of Authentic Drama-Free Leaders Presented by Marlene Chism, Author of Stop Workplace Drama Are you ready to eliminate the negativity and neutralize the time wasters at work? Are you literally sick and tired of the revolving door of complainers? Have you run out of options to get everyone to work together? Do you find yourself leaving work exhausted, overwhelmed and frustrated? Drama in the workplace drains your energy, impacts your...

Course Description: This program provides attendees with realistic guidelines and practical exercises to prepare for and enhance their command of Special Weapons and Tactics teams. Classroom presentations and tabletop exercises provide a detailed understanding of raid planning and execution, command post operations, legal and ethical decision-making, critical incident management, SWAT fitness, and tactical applications on emergency response op...

(GMM 208): Federal government employees and managers are joining Linkedin by the thousands and ALL of the government contractors are already here. LinkedIn is growing rapidly, yet most companies in the government market are not fully leveraging the power that it brings to the table. Learn how this tool can help your company stand out among your competitors and grow. From the basics of developing a great profile to targeting contracting partner...

This meeting is designed for both high-level executives (in the c-suite and other upper-level management positions) AND for front-line emergency planning team and facilities managers. The diverse programming will offer case studies and high-level keynotes from those who have suffered from massive disasters, addressing needs/concerns for both parties to be able to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate future risk of crisis. Takeaw...

Despite over 50 years of emergency management experience, many jurisdictions are still unsure if their plans are adequate to deal with disaster. This is largely a result of focusing on the development of plans that address various phases of response rather building overall organizational resilience. This live audio conference considers emergency response in the context of a jurisdiction-wide emergency management program and demonstrates the li...

THIS IS NOT A TACTICAL TRAINING COURSE Does your organization have a plan for an active shooter event or hostage taking? Given today’s ever-changing threat environment, preparing for and training employees to cope with workplace violence should be a key piece of an organization’s incident response planning. A Unique Training Opportunity St. Thomas Univeristy and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, are hosting a one-day Securi...

THIS IS NOT A TACTICAL TRAINING COURSE Does your organization have a plan for an active shooter event or hostage taking? Given today’s ever-changing threat environment, preparing for and training employees to cope with workplace violence should be a key piece of an organization’s incident response planning. A Unique Training Opportunity The Hillsborough Community College. the Florida Deparment of Law Enforcement and the U.S. Depart...