Exploring the latest trends in biometrics across the US government, law enforcement agencies and US allied nations
Biometrics for government and law enforcement have become more important than ever in today's complex and rapidly evolving world. As security threats grow increasingly sophisticated, traditional identification methods, such as passwords and ID cards, are no longer sufficient. Biometrics, which include fingerprint recognition, facial recognition, and iris scans, offer a higher level of security and accuracy. These technologies enable faster and more reliable identification of individuals, enhancing national security, and aiding in crime prevention and investigation. Additionally, biometrics streamline processes at borders and airports, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for travelers. The integration of biometric systems also supports the development of smart cities, where enhanced security and seamless identification are paramount. Overall, the adoption of biometrics by government and law enforcement agencies is crucial in addressing contemporary security challenges and ensuring the safety and well-being of the public.
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Biometrics for Government and Law Enforcement 2024 edition will provide you with ground-breaking and informative content on the latest technology developments as well as overviews of the key challenges and initiatives government and law enforcement agencies are facing. Key stakeholders from these organizations will be speaking on the challenges they are facing and the initiatives they are implementing. If you are looking for insights into the biometric needs of government and law enforcement agencies, this is the conference for you.
Experience it for yourself in 2024 and join a room filled with biometric experts in both public and private industry, nationally and internationally. Network with and learn from top level government security and biometric officials, program managers, heads of biometrics, and CTOs of international and commercial level companies.
What are the Benefits of Attending?
- Meet with biometric leaders across the US and international government agencies and law enforcement organizations
- Understand the basics and future of rapid DNA implementation
- Understand how the Homeland Advanced Recognition Technology (HART) has been expanded to further the use of recognition technology across government agencies
- Explore how leading airports are using biometrics to create safe and efficient experiences
- Discuss why digital IDs need to be tied to the humans that carry them and not devices
Highlights of 2024
- AI Policy: Understand AI policy and how it is affecting biometric implementation
- Biometrics and Customer Service: Understanding how the government is using biometrics to have government services deliver better customer service experiences
- Protection Against Deep Fake Videos: How the government and law enforcement are dealing with deep fake videos and deep fake voices
- The Rise of Rapid DNA: Hear from experts on how the FBI and law enforcement are expanding use of Rapid DNA to speed up investigations and what is needed from the industry to expand it nationally
- Standards for Biometrics and AI: Learn updates on the developing standards for biometric and AI implementation
We will also take an in-depth look at:
- Biometric issues at the border and why countries are moving towards e-tracking
- Age assurance standards
- Solutions to deep fake videos
- Understanding the realities government agencies face when implementing cybersecurity programs
- How DMVs are overcoming obstacles in implementing mobile driver licenses
- International perspectives on biometric issues
- Creating AI guidelines for policing
- An in depth look at how law enforcement agencies can ethically and successfully use body camera footage
- The advances of the Login.gov pilot
- Latent fingerprinting
Chairman
- Thirimachos Bourlai, Associate Professor, School of Electrical & Computer Engineering at the University of Georgia
2024 Speakers
- Ray Provencio, Acting Executive Director - Admissibility and Passenger Programs, Office of Field Operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Shonnie Lyon, Director, Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM), Department of Homeland Security (Subject to final DHS confirmation)
- Nael Samha, Executive Director of Passenger Targeting, Vetting, and Biometrics Systems, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Jody Hardin, Executive Director, Innovation and Strategy Directorate, U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Arun Vemury, Senior Advisor for Biometrics and Identity Technologies, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate
- Dr. Douglas Hares, Rapid DNA Implementation Program Advisor, FBI
- Daniel Holtzman, Chief Information Officer (CIO); Cyber Assurance Officer; Authorizing Official (AO) and the Senior Component Official for Privacy (SCOP), Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO)
- Dr. Brian Plastow, Scottish Biometrics Commissioner, Scottish Biometrics Commissioner's Office
- Jason Lim, Identity Management Capability Manager, Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
- Darryl Daniel, Deputy Director and Chief Technology Officer, Houston Airport System
- Chris Crist, Senior Deputy General Manager and Chief Information Officer, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Ryan Williams, Program Specialist, American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA)
- Christine Nizer, Administrator, Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration
- Geoff Stewart, Acting Director, Defense Forensics and Biometrics Agency
- Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich, Deputy Chief, Peel Regional Police
- Janice Kephart, Senior Biometric Interagency Coordinator/Biometrics Interagency Working Group Director, Futures Identity, Office of Biometric Identity Management, Department of Homeland Security
- Daniel Katz, Director, Forensic Sciences Division, Maryland State Police
- Brian Hoey, Laboratory Director, Crime Laboratory Division, Missouri State Highway Patrol
- Cleveland Miles, Division Director in the Division of Forensic Sciences, Georgia Bureau of Investigations
- Geoff Slagle, Executive Vice President for Digital Identity, FaceTec
- Sanjay Dharwadker, Senior Digital Identity Officer, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
- Glenn Krizay, Director (Ret.), Director, Defense Forensics and Biometrics Agency (DFBA)
- John Wagner, Retired Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner at US Customs and Border Protection, US Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Justin Ikura, Director of the Office of Biometrics and Identity Managementv, Canada Border Services Agency
- John "Neal" Latta, Assistant Administrator for Enrollment Services and Vetting Programs (ESVP) in O, Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
- Nelson Balido, Principal, Balido & Associates
- Sheriff Jose Quiroz, Sheriff, Arlington County Sheriff’s Office
- Sheriff Patrick Labat, Sheriff, Fulton County Sheriff Office
- Jane Bambauer, Chair, National AI Advisory Committee Subcommittee on Law Enforcement
- Dr. Katie Casper, Latent Print Technical Manager, Tulsa Police Department Forensic Laboratory
- Darnita Akers, Assistant Director, Government Accountability Office
- Kathleen Doonan, Professional Staffer, FBI
- Stacey Mainero, Login.gov Fraud Program Lead, Login.gov
- Captain Sean Elston, Internal Affairs Commander, Arlington County Sheriff’s Office
- Seth Abrams, Chief Technology Officer for Homeland Security and Force Protection, Leidos
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Venue
Sheraton Reston Hotel
11810 Sunrise Valley Drive, 20191
Reston, VA
Phone: +1 703-620-9000
Group Rate: $159 per night, excluding applicable taxes and fees.
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Cut-off date: November 9th, 2024. After that time, the group rate will be offered based on hotel availability only.
