Breakfast Keynote Presentation Charles Phalen, Assistant Director, Security, U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (00:37:36) Charles Phalen discussed: the bureau’s improved physical and cyber security; inter-agency collaboration; counter-terrorism measures; the mission shift from post-crime identification and capture to pre-event prediction and interdiction; and the increased global threat from terrorism. ------------------------- The Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (a.k.a. HR218) Credential and Certification Issues Chris Conte, National Rifle Association, Ed Rosseler, Jr., Fairfax County Police Department; Gary McLhinney, Maryland Transportation Authority; Moderator: Lou Canon, Fraternal Order of Police, DC Lodge #1 (01:00:53) ------------------------- Luncheon Keynote Address Day 1 The Honorable Christopher Cox, Chairman, U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security (00:40:49) Representative Cox refuted skepticism about the need for Homeland Security by saying “The elaborate national and international effort that our country has aggressively led every single hour of every day since September 11, 2001 is necessary because we have been attacked and we will continue to be attacked by a determined enemy whose aim is both the mass murder of American civilians and the destruction of America’s economy, our government and our way of life”. He called for sustained investment in the fight against terrorism, saying that investment in more secure technology will actually improve day to day productivity such as preventing power blackouts or speeding cargo movement through ports. ------------------------- Integration of Cyber and Physical Security Bob Gilson, Department of Defense; Sal D'Agostino, CoreStreet, Ltd.; James P. Litchko, Litchko & Associates, Inc.; Moderator: John Stein Monroe, Federal Computer Week (01:10:40) This session describes the progress of common identity credentialing, which is the basis for convergence of cyber and physical security and is mandated for all federal employees and government contractors. The mandate resulted in development of the FIPS 201 standard for identity verification for all federal agencies, which has also been adopted by many states. ------------------------- Case Study in Physical Security: SuperBowlXXXIX Doug Fulmer, GTSI SENTRIX Physical Security Solutions; Lauri-Ellen Smith, Jacksonville Public Relations and Frank Mackesy, Jacksonville Sheriff Department; Moderator: Teri Kelly, National Crime Prevention Council (00:57:20) Discussion centered on the experiences at Super Bowl 39 in Jacksonville Florida with input from representatives from the event security company and local crime and communication professionals. Each of the panelists discussed the enormity of Super Bowl security efforts from their organization’s perspective and lessons learned regarding assessment, planning, technology, communication, coordination and on-the-spot problem solving. ------------------------- The Who, What, Where, and Why of GSA Schedule Contracts Moderator Lynn de Séve, President of GSA Schedules Inc; Gary Arwood, contracting officer, Federal Supply Service, Greater Southwest Acquisition Center; Mark Sims, Branch Chief of Security, law enforcement contracting officer.(01:29:31) This nuts and bolts presentation covers important points of GSA Schedule contracting, one of the most successful paths for contracting with the Federal government. Both novices and veterans in government contracting can benefit from this discussion of the GSA Schedule contracting process. Insight is provided by a government contracting consultant and by contracting officers from Federal Supply Service, Greater Southwest Acquisition Center, the agency that handles government contracts related to law enforcement, security, facilities management and emergency response. ------------------------- Florida Hurricane Response: Different Perspectives and Lessons Learned U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency & GeoAge Inc. representativws discuss Hurricane Relief efforts(00:46:50) A FEMA representative enumerated the metrics of accumulative infrastructure damage, impact on services and heroic measures taken during and after the multiple-storm 2004 Florida hurricane season that affected every county in Florida and severely taxed response and recovery activities and logistics. Lessons learned were described including effective procedures and the elements that are essential for success. Anito Cholmondeley of GeoAge Inc. reported successful use of the company’s patented GPS-based locator system, housed in a PDA, that provided immediate, real-time, assessment and communication for the efficient deployment of resources and personnel in the absence of street signs, landmarks and house numbers. ------------------------- Special Session Richard Clarke, Former U.S. Counterterrorism Czar (00:50:36) Mr. Clark discussed instances of growing complacency throughout the country, evidenced by plans that would increase security risks or create new vulnerabilities. While no major attacks have occurred on American soil since 9-11, attacks on offshore US facilities have increased, the number of terrorists has grown worldwide, and financial support has increased. He also warned of the danger of becoming complacent as we eliminate Jihadist leaders because the next generation of terrorists is developing. And homegrown extremist groups pose another threat. ------------------------- Luncheon Keynote Address Day 2 Tommy Thompson, Former Secretery, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (00:30:10) Mr. Thompson advocates “a strong public health system, which is vital to ensuring that our homeland is indeed secure”. He enumerated many of the bio-hazards America faces and the investments made since 9-11 to improve our public health infrastructure, countermeasures and response capabilities including the government / private sector cooperation in Project Bio Shield. After commenting on the need for continued investment in technology and procedures to combat bioterrorism or disease pandemics, he said that recent improvements have resulted in the safest-ever American food supply. -------------------------

University of Findlay will Webcast Live Interactive Training Events for the Homeland Security Community Matt Buskotter, project manager at the University of Findlay School of Environmental and Emergency Management, discusses the University of Findlay's mission funded by a new federal grant to conduct a proof of concept study on the Alert Center, an online, interactive training concept for the homeland security community. (00:08:22) ------------------------ Interview with John Voinche Roco Rescue, VP/Chief Operating Officer (RocoRescue.com) (00:04:17) Roco Rescue trains industrial, municipal and military emergency response teams, worldwide. Their courses include rope rescue, confined space, trench rescue, structure collapse rescue, antennae tower rescue, and will soon offer cargo container access and inspection. The company, which also sells emergency and rescue equipment, is constructing a new multi-purpose training center in Baton Rouge Louisiana, scheduled to open in 2006. ------------------------ Demonstration by CoVi Technologies Henry Glade CoVi Technologies, Sales Engineer (00:03:08) Mr. Glade demonstrated a digital video monitoring system with an IP camera that has a high definition sensor, digital signal processing that creates and streams an image six times, providing a range of images from low to high definition. CoVi’s analog system, uses a dual out-port camera using a scaling function instead of a streaming function that allows wide angle viewing for situational awareness or zoom in for magnification of details without pixilization. ------------------------ Interview with Henry Glade CoVi Technologies, Sales Engineer (00:05:21)CoVi Technologies created a technology, used for critical applications, that allows recording and monitoring of high resolution images across a security camera network without affecting the bandwidth. High definition images can be recorded while simultaneously streamed to cell phone or modem for monitoring. ------------------------ Interview With Paul C. Brewer ObjectVideo Co-Founder, VP New Technology (www.objectvideo.com) (00:04:12)ObjectVideo is growing in international presence with its intelligent video surveillance software that monitors video and alerts watch-standers when events of interest occur according to pre-set rules such as the presence of people near assets during hours when they should not be there. This software turns video surveillance equipment into proactive interdiction tools. ------------------------ Interview With Alfred McComber (00:07:25) According to the talk show host of "CODE RED!" people must have a plan of action in place for a variety of situations, whether caused by terrorism or natural emergencies. Mr. McComber hosts the only syndicated internet radio talk show dedicated to educating citizens on what they can do in the areas of Personal Security, Safety and Emergency Preparedness. (www.coderedradioshow.ws) ------------------------ Interview with Bruce Wilhite AMTI, Sales Manager(00:02:09) Involved in the global war on terrorism, AMTI provides products and services for special missions and training, utilizing its Tier-1 expertise in such objectives as tactical SWAT team training for military missions and civilian first responders. AMTI expertise extends to maritime security and interdiction. One thing they do is work with groups such as Navy SEAL teams for target analysis from the attacker’s perspective in order to mitigate a port's vulnerability. ------------------------ Introduction to GOVSEC Day 1 Dave Gardy, President & CEO, TVWorldwide (www.tvworldwide.com) (00:09:36)Mr. Gardy thanked the webcast sponsors who helped bring highly pertinent content – speakers, interview and demos -- to security professionals via internet television. He also summarized the planned coverage of GOVSEC 2005, an expo that is said to be “3 shows in one, in 2 days with 1 mission”. The three shows are: the GOVSEC Government Security Expo and Conference, the US Law Enforcement Conference and Exposition, and the READY Emergency Preparedness Response Conference and Exposition. ------------------------