Past event: Biometrics for Government and Law Enforcement Summit 2025

Exploring The Latest Trends In Biometrics Across The US Government, Law Enforcement Agencies & US Allied Nations

You're navigating a world where security threats are more sophisticated, complex, and unpredictable than ever. Traditional identification methods can no longer keep up with the challenges you face every day. That's where biometrics comes in - fingerprint recognition, facial recognition, and iris scans give you the power to identify individuals faster, more accurately, and more securely. Whether you're focused on preventing crime, strengthening national security, or streamlining border operations, biometrics is your key to staying ahead.

In passing the Big Beautiful Bill, the US is making its biggest investment in biometric technology. In total, the Department of Homeland Security received over $5 billion to improve its biometric capabilities. That money will be put towards:
  • The procurement and integration of new technologies for non-intrusive inspection equipment and innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence
  • Upgrades for border security
  • The deployment of technology, relating to the biometric entry and exit system  
  • Technology to help screen those entering and exiting the US
At the 2025 Biometrics for Government and Law Enforcement Summit, you will hear from and meet with leaders from DHS on how the investment will be used to improve how the US protects itself. 

Join us to explore the latest technological developments, dive into the challenges facing your peers, and hear directly from the key decision-makers driving biometric innovation across agencies. If you're seeking clarity on the biometric priorities shaping government and law enforcement, this conference is built for you.

What to Expect in 2025?

  • 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

Why Should You Attend?

  • Meet with biometric leaders across the US and international government agencies and law enforcement organizations
  • 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 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
  • Understand how the Homeland Advanced Recognition Technology (HART) has been expanded to further the use of recognition technology across government agencies

Pleasure interacting with the team on our sponsorship, our panels, and at the event!

Capture Director, Leidos

Great speakers and panels. The topics were all relevant and very informative.

Director of Technology, B&B Consulting Enterprise Inc.

Excellent event. Great range of speakers, panels and attendees.

Policy Analyst, DHS US Citizenship and Immigration Services

2025 Conference Chairman

  • Glenn Krizay, Director (Ret.), Director, Defense Forensics and Biometrics Agency (DFBA)

2025 Speakers

  • Matthew Lightner, Supervisory Assistant Chief, US Border Patrol
  • David Patrick, Requirements and Capabilities Analysis - Assistant Administrator, Transportation Security Administration
  • Kristin Ruiz, Deputy Assistant Administrator and Deputy Chief Information Officer, Transportation Security Administration
  • Warren Harris, Chief, Identity Intelligence Division, DoD Office of the Under Secretary of Intelligence
  • Christine Nizer, Administrator, Maryland Department of Transportation
  • Eric Trest, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Naval Criminal Investigative Service
  • Ryan Williams, Project Specialist, American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators
  • Ajay Gupta, Digital Transformation Chief & Officer & Division Executive, State of California
  • Niki French, Customer Service Branch Manager, Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
  • Angelic Rountree, Latent Fingerprint Unit Manager, District of Columbia Department of Forensic Sciences
  • Katie Casper, Latent Print Technical Manager, Tulsa Police Department Forensic Laboratory
  • Patrick Cantwell, Chief Engineer, PdM Biometrics, US Army - PIF
  • Casmin Harris, FBI Rapid DNA Program Manager / State CODIS Administrator, FBI.
  • Stephanie Schuckers, Director, Center for Identification Technology Research
  • Daniel Katz Subject to final confirmation, Director, Forensic Sciences Division, Maryland Department of State Police Forensic Sciences Division
  • Mei Lee Ngan, Computer Scientist, National Institute of Standards and Technology
  • Ben Smith, CJIS Program Manager, Federal Bureau of Investigation
  • Michael McMurray, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Aviation
  • Maceo Franks, Chief, Police Policy Division, OUSD - I&S Law Enforcement Directorate
  • Lucas Zarwell Subject to final confirmation, Director, Office of Investigative and Forensic Sciences, National Institute of Justice (NIJ)
  • Rachel Goodman, Chief Technology Officer, MARYLAND AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
  • Nicole Jernigan, Biometric Records Section Manager, Virginia State Police Academy
  • Elvira Goodall, Fingerprint Technician Supervisor, Virginia State Police
  • Chief Byron Ashbrook II, Chief of Police, Bristol Virginia Police Department
  • Christian Quinn, Deputy Chief, Cyber & Forensics (ret.), Fairfax County Police Department (VA)
  • Richard Vorder Bruegge, Chief Image Advisor (ret.), Federal Bureau of Investigation
  • Janice Kephart, Chief Executive Officer, Identity Strategy Partners
  • John Wagner, Retired Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner at US Customs and Border Protect, Department of Homeland Security
  • Angela Yankowski, Director, Biometrics and Identification Division, Michigan State Police
  • Stergios Papadakis, Program Manager, IARPA
  • Sunil Madhugiri, Chief Technology Officer, US Customs and Border Patrol (Subject to Final Approvals)
  • Larry Panetta, Director, US Customs and Border Patrol (Subject to Final Approvals)
  • Angela Yankowski, Director, Biometrics and Identification Division, Michigan State Police
  • Amanda Gilson, Criminalistics Administrator, Latent Evidence/Firearms-Toolmarks, Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation
  • Douglas Hares, Rapid DNA Implementation Advisor, FBI

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Venue

Sheraton Reston Hotel
11810 Sunrise Valley Drive, 20191
Reston, VA

Phone: +1 (703) 620-9000

Group Rate: $209 per night, excluding applicable taxes and fees.

Reservation Method: Reserve your room by clicking on this reservation link. We have reserved a selection of rooms at a discounted group rate, subject to availability.

Cut-off date: October 28th, 2025. (After that time, the group rate will be offered based on hotel availability only.) Rate is available 3 days prior, and 3 days post the event dates. However, these rates are subject to availability and will not be available past the group cut of date.
Event details
Organizer : IDGA
Event type : Conference
Reference : ASDE-25605