First responders need reliable, accurate information to decide the best course of action during an incident—and they need it quickly. In this age of smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices, this data can literally be at their fingertips.
First Responders Communication Interoperability will take an in depth look at the current and upcoming advances in technology, training, and strategy for all agencies and divisions, both civil and military, involved in disaster and emergency response. Join us for hands on training workshops as well as solution oriented discussion on the current national and state level preparedness measures, their current capability gaps, and the necessary procurements for its future success.
Our First Responders Communication Interoperability will bring together high profile speakers from FEMA, NTIA, NCTC, JTTF, DHS, DOJ and more to discuss in depth discussions on communication interoperability preparedness. Network with the top decision makers and policy creators of all major government and military agencies involved in the national emergency and disaster preparedness sector.
Topics Covered:
- Communication disruption or complete shut down occurring concurrent to a terrorist attack (bio and non-bio)
- Solar flare or EMP communication disruption occurring concurrent to a non-bio terrorist attack or natural disaster
- Communication disruption or complete shut down occurring concurrent to a known natural disaster (power grid failure, New Madrid Fault Line, Wild Fire etc.)
Why Attend?
- Get Up-to-Date Training on the workshop focus day – Explore four, hour-long training sessions to expand your First Responder knowledge and expertise
- National Communication Technology Outlook in-depth discussion on First Responder Communications between agencies
- Hear case-studies on working and proven strategies from NORTHCOM, JFHQs-NCR, and more
- Explore the current and future training exercise assets and equipment requirements for First Responders National Capabilities
- Interact with fellow First Responder and Communications colleagues and discuss problem solving solutions with United States Government & Military leaders at the State and Federal level
Venue & Accommodation
Venue to be confirmed
Washington DC
Accommodation
More information to follow...
2014 Speakers
- David Bray, Chief Information Officer, Federal Communications Commission, 9/11 Communications Response
- Major General Jeffrey Buchanan, Commander, Joint Forces HQs – National Capital Region, Military District of Washington
- Dr Nada Golmie, Program Manager, Office of Emerging & Mobile Network Technologies, National Institute of Standards and Technology
- Brigadier General Arthur Hinaman, Commander, Land Component Command, District of Columbia National Guard
- Michael Lowder, Director, Intelligence, Security & Emergency Response, Department of Transportation
- John MaClean, Regional Coordinator, Office of Emergency Communications, US Department of Homeland Security
- Major General Jeff Mathis III, Commanding General, Join Task Force Civil Support, US NORTHCOM
- Joseph Nimmich, Associate Administrator, Office of Response and Recovery, US Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Derek Orr, Program Manager, Office of Law Enforcement Standards, National Institute of Standards and Technology
- Major John Pitt, Operations Officer, Strategic Operations Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, Indiana National Guard
- John Rabin, Director, National Preparedness Assessment Directorate, US Federal Emergency Management Agency
- Francis Spampinato, Chief Procurement Officer, Mission Support Bureau, US Federal Emergency Management Agency
- James Wadsworth, Unit Chief, Operational Technology Division, US Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Corey Ray, Director of Communications, FirstNet, US Department of Commerce
The agenda is available as PDF under downloads at the right side of the page.