[Kreweoftruth] April 15: LTC Homeland Security Conference in BR

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Greetings,
 
Since 9/11, the Louisiana Technology Council (LTC) has hosted an Annual Homeland Security Forum; at this forum distinguished speakers address the role of technology in protecting our State and nation.  This year we have partnered with the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) to present the 10th Annual Homeland Security Forum on Friday, April 15th at the Louisiana State Police Training Academy Auditorium on the grounds of the State of Louisiana Public Safety Compound, 7901 Independence Boulevard in Baton Rouge.  At the forum, which is open to the public, you will learn the views of our speakers and also allow you to express your comments for Federal and State officials to consider in formulating the policies that will help to protect us, our State and our Country.  Subsequently a report of the findings and recommendations will be submitted to State and Federal officials.
 
Speakers and Participants will include: 
 
U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu, Chair of Senate Appropriations Homeland Security Subcommittee
U.S. Congressman Cedric Richmond, Congressional Homeland Security Committee, Technology and Cyber Security Subcommittee
Mark Cooper, Executive Director, GOHSEP
Lt. Gen. Robert J. Elder, Jr., USAF (Ret.) – Cyber Warfare:  Threats and Trends in Louisiana
Dr. Stephen Flynn, President, Center for National Policy on Homeland Security – Real Terror Threats Affecting Our Nation
James Ballow – GOHSEP, Section Chief, Regional Support Section – Command College – Educating Emergency Responders Statewide
Joey Booth, Executive Director, Stephenson Disaster Management Institute (SDMI) – LSU
Toby Coates – U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Office of Intelligence & Analysis – “See Something, Say Something” Campaign
Dr. Ramesh Kolluru, Executive Director – National Incident Management Systems and Advanced Technologies (NIMSAT) – ULL
Lt. Chuck McNeal, Director, Louisiana State Analytical Fusion Exchange (LA-SAFE) – Cyber Fusion
Brant Mitchell, GOHSEP, Deputy Director of Interoperability, Management and Finance – Disaster Mapping and Citizen Preparedness through Mobile Apps
 
The vision of the Louisiana Technology Council is to attract, facilitate, and disseminate technology knowledge and skills in order to enhance the business growth and career development of our membership and the business community.  We need your support and the support of the community.  Please assist us by either sponsoring our event or by joining us as a participant on April 15th.  Your views are important as Louisiana helps shape the country’s direction in Homeland Security.  For more information on the speakers and the event itself, please go to www.ltc-la.org, under Events and Programs tab click on calendar of events, and then click on 10th Annual Homeland Security Forum.  We appreciate your support and will look forward to hearing from you.
 
Best regards,
 
John J. Kelly, Jr.
Chairman, Homeland Security Forum
Chairman Emeritus, LTC
 


  
 

 
The Louisiana Technology Council (LTC) and the Governor's Office of Homeland Security 
and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP)
Announce our 10th Annual Homeland Security Event
 
Friday, April 15th, 2011
 
7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
 
State of Louisiana
Public Safety Compound
Louisiana State Police Training Academy Auditorium
7901 Independence Boulevard
Baton Rouge
 
This year’s theme:
 
Technology and Homeland Security – Louisiana Leads the Way
 
We have gathered top level speakers from GOHSEP and national and State experts to talk about problems and solutions shaping Homeland Security policies and how Louisiana is standing above the rest.  Your attendance will allow you to hear their thoughts and views and, more importantly, allow you to provide your comments that can assist these officials in formulating policies that will better protect our state and country. To register and see a complete agenda go to the LTC website.
 
Topics and speakers include: 

Mark Cooper, Executive Director, GOHSEP
Dr. Stephen Flynn, President, Center for National Policy on Homeland Security - Real Terror Threats Affecting Our Nation
U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu – U.S. Senate Perspective on Homeland Security
U.S. Congressman Cedric Richmond – U.S. House of Representatives Perspective on Homeland Security
Lt. General Bob Elder, USAF (Ret.) - Cyber Warfare:  Threats and Trends in Louisiana
Brant Mitchell, GOHSEP, Deputy Director of Interoperability, Management and Finance - Disaster Mapping and Citizen Preparedness through Mobile Apps
James Ballow – GOHSEP, Section Chief, Regional Support Section - Command College - Educating Emergency Responders Statewide
Lt. Chuck McNeal, Director, Louisiana State Analytical Fusion Exchange (LA-SAFE) - Cyber Fusion Program, LA Cyber Defense Capabilities
Toby Coates  - U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Office of Intelligence & Analysis - "See Something, Say Something” Campaign
Joey Booth, Executive Director, Stephenson Disaster Management Institute (SDMI) – LSU
Ramesh Kolluru, Ph.D., Executive Director – National Incident Management Systems and Advanced Technologies (NIMSAT) - ULL

Panel Discussion – Selected speakers and invited guests Louisiana State Representative Bodi White, Chair, House Committee on Homeland Security, Louisiana State Senator Mike Walsworth, Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Chief Executive Officer James F. Brown, Dowley Security Systems.

At the conclusion of the event, GOHSEP will provide a tour of the Louisiana Emergency Operations Center for those interested.  Register today.
 
SPONSORED BY


 

 
 
 

 
Booth Sponsors


 
 
 
Hosts
 
Greater New Orleans, Inc. 
Cyber Innovation Center 
Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce
Jefferson Chamber of Commerce
FBI
Louisiana Oil and Gas Association
Lafayette Chamber of Commerce
 
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Mary Taurman at 504-304-2910 x103 or via email at mtaurman at LTC-LA.org.
 
Join the GCGCA the night prior for a pre-event Network Happy Hour Reception features keynote speaker Charlie Romaine of the State of Louisiana Economic Development (LED).  Mr. Romaine is focused on Business, Expansion and Retention for the Secretary of Economic Development Stephen Moret at LED. This event is for all confirmed and paid attendees ONLY.  All speakers participating in the following day’s event on Homeland Security will be invited.   

Thursday, April 14th, 2001 |
5:30pm – 7:30pm 
Embassy Suites Hotel 
4914 Constitution Avenue 
Baton Rouge
Hors d’oeuvres will be served with cash bar.  Event cost for GCGCA members is free. LTC members is $15. Non-member cost is $25.  If you have any questions please call Hazel Wiggington at (850) 516-5546.
REGISTRATION FOR EVENING EVENT ON APRIL 14TH NOW AVAILABLE AT
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REGISTRATION FOR HOMELAND SECURITY EVENT ON APRIL 15TH
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