Agenda

Plan Your Day

10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    - Registration
10:30 AM to 11:10 AM
    - Chris Grollnek
11:10 AM to 12:00 PM
    - Active Shooter Mitigation
12:00 PM to 12:45 PM
    - Lunch
12:50 PM to 1:50 PM     
    - Technology Trends
1:55 PM to 2:55 PM
    - Cybersecurity / AI
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    - Stadium Tours

* All speaker sessions can be heard in the exhibtor hall and speaker area.

Active Shooter Mitigation

Katherine Schweit

Creator of the FBI's Active Shooter Program

Katherine Schweit is a former FBI Special Agent and attorney who created the FBI's Active Shooter program. A leading expert on mass shootings and violence prevention, she is the author of 'Stop the Killing' and now advises schools, businesses, and government agencies on safety and threat assessment.

Jin Kim

FBI Retired | Active Shooter Expert

Jin Kim is a nationally recognized expert in active shooter response and workplace violence prevention. A retired FBI Special Agent with 23 years of service in the New York Division, he served as the Active Shooter Coordinator within the Crisis Management Unit, where he led the bureau’s education, preparedness, and tactical response efforts.

Chris Grollnek

Active Shooter Expert

Chris Grollnek, M.S. is one of the nation’s leading active shooter prevention experts with over 30 years of experience in the study and application of protective measures in the military, police, and special purpose contracting.

Glenn Norling

Active Shooter Prevention Project Executive Director

Glenn Norling, a retired FBI Special Agent, is the Executive Director of the Active Shooter Prevention Project, which offers the leading active shooter prevention and education solution. The ASPP P.R.O. Model (Prevention, Response, and Options) aims to provide security and understanding for the public, recognizing that police response may not be immediate.

Cybersecurity / AI

Scott Sieracki

Technology Visionary

A visionary technology leader with three decades of industry expertise. His focus has been on spearheading leading-edge technological advancements that empower clients to substantially improve their risk and security operations. Scott is currently the CEO and Co-Founder of Davista.

Steve Kiss

Infrastructure Security Visionary

Steve Kiss is a cybersecurity leader with over 20 years in engineering and strategic leadership. As the inventor of IPMeter™ and contributor to NIST 800-53 SP2 standards, he has shaped security vulnerability management. His career includes founding Infrastructure Proving Grounds (acquired) and Gazos Creek, with a client roster spanning UCSF, UCLA, Tesla, and Bosch. Steve’s innovative approach continues to impact diverse sectors and drive cybersecurity advancements.

Charles Dray

Cybersecurity Futurist

Charles Dray, founder and CEO of Resonance Security, has spent 15+ years redefining cybersecurity for Fortune 500 firms and government agencies. Since launching the company in 2015, his AI-driven strategies have become the benchmark for stopping breaches before they strike. A sought-after speaker, he demystifies complex threats with real-world tactics and sharp insights on AI's evolving role in protection. Expect actionable takeaways, zero jargon.

Brian Karas

AI Implementation Specialist

Brian Karas is a technical sales professional with extensive experience in both established and emerging technologies across multiple industries, including physical security, IT security, home and building automation, and data center operations. With a proven track record, Brian brings valuable insights into the evolving security landscape. At the summit, Brian will share his knowledge on understanding how and when you can use AI for security to create safer, more efficient environments.

Technology Trends

Geoff Kohl

Security Industry Association

From channel and integration business evolution to new detection technologies, mobile credentials and the rapid convergence of IT, OT and physical security, explore the security industry’s top trends as we unlock the insights held within SIA’s annual report, Security Megatrends. Primary author Geoff Kohl, who serves as SIA’s senior director of marketing and manager of SIA’s annual Securing New Ground conference, will share perspectives into what the report tells us is coming for 2025 and beyond.

Evan Zinger

Next-Gen Security Architect

Evan Zinger brings deep expertise in hardware innovation and access control solutions. As EVP at Azure Access, he leads development of next-generation controllers, drivers in features like 64‑bit MCUs, Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth, TPM‑backed security, gigabit networking, and enhanced memory, designed to meet evolving industry demands.

Jason Ouellette

Security Technology Innovator

Jason is the Corporate VP of Innovation and Technical Partnerships at ELATEC, driving advancements in RFID and reader technologies worldwide. With over 30 years in physical security, he’s held key roles at Johnson Controls, Tyco, and Sensormatic, leading engineering, product strategy, and business development. He's helped shape industry standards, integrate emerging technologies, and deliver real-world security solutions. A recognized thought leader, Jason holds multiple patents and has a strong track record in R&D, acquisitions, and open standards.

Elisa Mula

Physical Security Strategist

Elisa Mula is the founder of EM Designs, LLC, a consulting firm she launched in 2004 to bring innovative thinking to business and security management. With over a decade of experience in the physical security industry, Elisa has worked across manufacturing, integration, and consulting, developing deep expertise in access control, video surveillance, biometrics, and AI.

Jason Ouellette

Security Technology Innovator

Jason M. Ouellette is the Corporate Vice President of Innovation and Technical Partnerships at ELATEC GmbH, where he leads the charge in advancing RFID and reader technologies across global markets. With more than 30 years of experience in physical security, Jason has held key positions at Johnson Controls, Tyco, and Sensormatic, overseeing global engineering, product strategy, and business development. His work has been instrumental in shaping industry standards, driving innovation, and integrating emerging technologies into scalable, real-world security solutions. Jason is a recognized thought leader with multiple patents and a strong track record in R&D leadership, acquisitions, and open standards development.

A decorated U.S. Air Force veteran and Six Sigma Green Belt, Jason has been honored with the John L. Levitow Award and Johnson Controls’ Inventor of the Year. He has spoken at major industry conferences including ISC West, CONSULT, and ACS2025, often focusing on future technologies, AI, and credentialing standards. With a deep understanding of aligning technology with business goals, Jason brings a strategic, forward-thinking perspective to the future of access control and digital identity in the security landscape.

Elisa Mula

Physical Security Strategist

Elisa Mula founded EM Designs, LLC in 2004 to challenge traditional approaches to business and security consulting. With over a decade of experience in physical security, spanning manufacturing, integration, and consulting, she has built a powerful network and a strong reputation for results-driven solutions.

Elisa holds a Master’s in Protection Management from John Jay College and a Bachelor’s in Economics, giving her a unique edge in both the technical and financial aspects of security programs. Her expertise includes video surveillance, access control, biometrics, and AI, with a focus on applying these technologies to strengthen public and private sector security initiatives.