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Leadership Conference 2012

Schedule of Events

The LeadsOnline Leadership Conference is one of the nation's top conferences for law enforcement training. Investigators from across the country come together for 16 hours of continuing education. Some of the topics covered include investigating a homicide under the pressures of national media and public speculation, planning and executing undercover sting operations, and discovering evidence through the use of new and available technologies.

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

8:00a

Rev up your engine and hit the open roads around Las Vegas


10:00a

Behind the scenes casino security tour


1:30p

Tee off at the Angel Park Golf Club


7:00p

Welcome Reception


Wednesday, May 16, 2012

8:00a

Welcome to Las Vegas: Combating crime in "Sin City"

Assistant Sheriff Ted Moody, Las Vegas Metro PD

Learn how Las Vegas Metro PD proactively works to stay a step ahead of criminals looking to seek refuge in "Sin City".


8:30a

Statement Analysis®

Mark McClish, Advanced Interview Concepts

Interviewing suspects and witnesses is the key to any investigation. Deception can be found by examining how a person phrases their statement. Become a more effective interviewer by learning how to recognize what a subject is telling you based on the language used.


10:30a

Break & LeadsOnline Training

Russell House, Group Manager, Client Support

 


11:00a

Cyber crimes and social media

Lieutenant Robert Lynch and Detective Jermaine Gonzalez, New York City Police Department

Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter and Google+ have created a comfortable place for users to share information, experiences, photos and their latest life happenings. Find out how investigators are gaining leads and building evidence in cases using the information suspects willingly post on social media sites.


11:45a

Lunch on your own

LeadsOnline has arranged for all conference attendees to receive 10% off at select restaurants (America, Gonzalez Y Gonzalez, and Gallagher's) inside the New York-New York Hotel.


12:45p

Violent flash mobs - how to prepare and respond

Deputy Commissioner Bethel, Philadelphia PD

In recent years, flash mobs have turned malicious and are now wreaking havoc in cities across the nation without the slightest bit of notice for law enforcement. Discover how departments across the country are learning from previous incidents of violent flash mobs and planning for the future.


1:30p

Identifying suspects with forensic art on demand

Greg Bean, Forensic Artist

Turning the images from a witness's memory into a realistic composite sketch is sometimes the only means of gaining leads and identifying a suspect. Until now, departments have not always had a skilled forensic artist available at a moment's notice. Learn firsthand how any department can connect with live forensic artists professionally trained to interview witnesses and create a suspect sketches.


2:15p

Break & LeadsOnline Training

Ashley Sacrider, Director of Operations

 


2:45p

Undercover sting operations - metal theft

Sergeant Theresa Clark, Phoenix PD

Learn technical and tactical skills for planning and executing successful undercover stings based on the experiences of an officer who knows the dynamic elements that must be considered in such sensitive operations.


3:30p

Career criminals - Taking down Las Vegas' most prolific burglar

Detective Brad Nickell, Las Vegas Metro PD - Repeat Offenders Program

A career criminal who was a 19-time convicted felon plagued the businesses of Las Vegas, stealing millions of dollars of merchandise, over the periods of several years. Learn how detectives tracked his activity and pieced together evidence to bring down one of Las Vegas' most accomplished and prolific burglars. Also learn how your agency can develop mechanisms and strategies to deal with career criminals.


Thursday, May 17, 2012

Time

8:00a

Session

Welcome: Investigating property crimes, 88% of Part 1 crimes

Dave Finley, LeadsOnline

Description

Property crimes account for 88% of all Part 1 crimes. Take a look at the small improvements your department can benefit from using intelligence-led policing when investigating crimes involving property.


8:45a

Changing world of meth investigations

Meth cooks are finding new ways around federal and state limits for purchasing precursors. Find out how the ever-changing world of meth changes the way you locate and clean up meth labs.


9:30a

Break & LeadsOnline Training

Ashley Sacrider, Director of Operations

 


10:00a

Analytics for investigative leads

Captain Perry Tarrant, Tucson PD

Using intelligence-led policing, learn how to frame investigative questions with the analytical examination of linkages. This will broaden an investigator's field of view (considerations) and lead to decision-making about investigative focus and energy.


10:45a

U.S. Marshals Service resources for local agencies

Assistant Chief Deputy Trent Touchstone, Fugitive Apprehension Task Force

The U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Apprehension Task Force works to apprehend violent fugitives wanted throughout the country. Find out about the resources the Task Force has available to local departments without having to expend additional budget resources.


11:30a

Lunch on your own

LeadsOnline has arranged for all conference attendees to receive 10% off at select restaurants (America, Gonzalez Y Gonzalez, and Gallagher's) inside the New York-New York Hotel.


12:30p

Future Leaders Scholarship Awards

 


1:00p

Homicide case study: Laci Peterson investigation

Detective Craig Grogan and Retired Captain Mike Zahr, Modesto, California PD

The disappearance of Laci Peterson gained national media attention. Learn firsthand, from the Captain and Detective who investigated the case, how your department can prepare to handle the intricacies of a high profile case involving pressures from the media while also managing a complex investigation utilizing technology and other resources.


5:00p

Continuing Education Exam

 


Note: This information is subject to change.

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