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GovSec Returns to Washington, D.C., May 12-14
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GovSec:
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WHAT:
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GovSec
- the Government Security Conference and Expo, featuring TREXPO,
the Law Enforcement Expo, and held in conjunction with CPM
East, for continuity, response and recovery professionals
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WHEN:
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May 12-14, 2014
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Monday, May 12 - Workshops
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Tuesday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 14 - Conference and Expo
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WHERE:
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Walter E. Washington Convention Center
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Washington, D.C.
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WHY:
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Expected to draw thousands of attendees and more than 200
exhibitors, GovSec
- the country's largest and most dynamic government security event
- returns for the 13th year featuring new content for
government, homeland security and law enforcement professionals on
topics such as critical infrastructure protection, cybercrime and
cyberterrorism, counter- and anti-terrorism, campus security and
homeland security. With free educational sessions, a free expo,
low-cost registration rates for the conference, and continuing
education hours (CEH), GovSec offers a cost-effective way for
attendees from both the public and private sectors to advance
their careers and support the organizations, agencies and
communities they serve.
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TREXPO,
featured by GovSec, is the definitive event delivering training
and showcasing tactical and law enforcement equipment, vehicles,
technology and services for law enforcement, military, security
and federal agencies, which are the first line of defense against
threats. Active federal, state, tribal and local law enforcement
personnel can enhance their professional education and advance
their careers by attending the exhibits and free educational
sessions at TREXPO at no cost. There also are one-day and two-day
options for credentialed law enforcement to attend both GovSec and
TREXPO for $99 or less.
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CPM
East is the leading forum for individuals responsible for
continuity of operations (COOP) and business continuity, including
response and recovery when disaster strikes. This event combines
exhibits, education and peer-to-peer networking to provide
decision makers in the public and private sectors with the
strategies and products needed for disaster mitigation,
preparedness, response and recovery.
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HIGHLIGHTS:
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Keynote
Addresses
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-- "Boston Marathon Bombing: A Collaborative Approach to Catch
a Terrorist" - This new keynote panel format will feature a
discussion with Richard DesLauriers, former Special Agent in
Charge (SAC), Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of
Investigation; Colonel Timothy P. Alben, Superintendent,
Massachusetts State Police; and Edward F. Davis, former Police
Commissioner for the City of Boston Police Department; and will be
moderated by Brian McGrory, editor of The Boston Globe.
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-- Thomas Donilon, former National Security Advisor to
President Barack Obama - "America's Foreign, Defense & Cyber
Policy: An Insider's Perspective"
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Educational
Conferences
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The conferences provide valuable learning opportunities. Eight
tracks featuring sessions on topics such as:
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-- The Cyber and Data Security Rules of the Road
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-- Effects of Improvised Explosive Devices on Structures and Humans
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-- Finding Cybercriminals with the Help of Big Data Analytics
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-- The Terror Threat to the U.S. - What We Really Face and How We
Best Defend Against It
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-- Will the Real Jack Bauer Please Stand Up! Situational Awareness
Using Information Technology
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-- The Rise of Critical Infrastructure Attacks: Understanding the
Privileged Connection
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Workshops
include:
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-- The Disaster Experience
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-- Leading by Example: Exemplifying the Behavior You Want to See in
Others
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-- Police Survival Strategies for Response to Unusual Incidents
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-- Supply Chain Continuity Management Overview
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-- Execution Under Pressure: Building a Higher Performance Safety
Team
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-- Moving Beyond the Conventional Lockdown: ALICE Training
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Free
Educational Sessions
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-- Spotlight Sessions - Professional organizations within
the government security and law enforcement communities will
provide career development education.
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-- Agency Briefings - Agencies will outline their programs
and how others at the federal, state, tribal and local levels can
benefit.
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-- Certifications - Presentations will provide an overview
of certifications for IT, physical security, COOP and business
continuity.
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-- Law Enforcement Firearms Forums - Firearms manufacturers
will share important insights into their weapons to active law
enforcement personnel.
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-- Solutions Theater - Exhibitors will present security
solutions, sharing expertise gained from working with federal
agencies and departments.
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-- CPM East Theater - Learn more about preparing,
responding and recovering from natural and man-made disasters.
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Collocation
with FOSE
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GovSec, TREXPO and CPM East also are being held in conjunction
with FOSE,
the largest, most comprehensive event serving the government
technology community. FOSE is attended by thousands of government
decision makers from virtually every federal agency and branch of
government, who have authority to purchase or specify leading-edge
information technology and actionable solutions to accomplish
their missions.
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The combination of GovSec, TREXPO, CPM East and FOSE enables
attendees from all sectors and levels of government to make
integrated buying decisions and meet comprehensive security
challenges in a single location.
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EXHIBIT:
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Increase your sales and improve your company's visibility with key
decision makers by exhibiting or sponsoring at GovSec, TREXPO and
CPM East. For more information on the Expo or available
sponsorships, e-mail Don Berey at [email protected]
or call 703-876-5073
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ATTEND:
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The GovSec Expo is free to qualified attendees, but registration
is required. Early
bird registration rates for the conference are available until
March 14, 2014. To register or for more information, please visit
the GovSec website at www.govsecinfo.com
or the CPM East website at www.contingencyplanning.com.
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Press registration is now open. For details of about obtaining
media credentials, visit the GovSec
Press Center.
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About 1105 Media
1105 Media is a leading provider of integrated information and media in
targeted B-to-B markets, including specialized sectors of the
information technology community; industrial health, safety and
compliance; security; environmental protection; and home health care.
1105's offerings span print and online magazines, journals and
newsletters; seminars, conferences and trade shows; training courseware;
and Web-based services. 1105 Media is based in Chatsworth, Calif., with
offices throughout the United States. Visit 1105media.com.
About the Security, Safety, and Health Group
The Security, Safety, and Health Group is a division of 1105 Media, Inc.
In addition to premier industry events such as GovSec, TREXPO, CPM East,
and Security Today, the group includes the media brands Security
Products, Occupational Health & Safety, School
Planning & Management, College Planning & Management,
and Home Medical Equipment, as well as ancillary products related
to these brands. It is an industry leader in every category it includes.
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