NFSSC Conference to Feature Mock Active Shooter Disaster
 

April 4, 2013 - The National Food Service Security Council (NFSSC), the leading trade association for loss prevention and security professionals in the QSR and casual dining restaurant industry, will feature a mock active shooter incident course at its 34th Annual Conference, August 4-7, in Las Vegas.

The session, titled “The Active Shooter Risk – Are You Prepared?” will be presented by Dean Correia, of the Security Executive Council. “Dean is a long time industry veteran including senior roles with GAP, WalMart and Starbucks,” said Jim Forlenza, Executive Director, NFSSC. “He is renowned for his customized security training workshops and services and his hands-on approach will help LP professionals be better prepared in the event of disaster. Dean will take attendees through a simulated active shooter event in order to test current preparation, response, and recovery plans as well as share best practices from other companies in order to improve existing company plans. He will challenge our restaurant leaders to help keep their employees and customers safe and prepared.”

In addition to his Faculty Emeritus role at the SEC, Dean Correia is also founder of Correia Security Resources. His successful work in the field of security and preparedness includes leading security event planning for private companies at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and at the G8/G20 Summits.

“Dean has a unique ability to take his experience in the field and deliver that into the classroom in a way that is effective and successful,” said James Brussow, CPP, Dave & Buster’s Inc., and 2013 NFSSC President. “He will challenge our members and attendees to create a more prepared and interactive business continuity plan that will re-think the way we protect our customers and employees and ultimately help to save lives.”

NFSSC will host its 34th Annual Conference, August 4-7, 2013, at the M Resort Spa and Casino, in Las Vegas. The event features executive keynotes, educational sessions and workshops, roundtables, exhibits, scheduled practitioner/vendor meetings, and a host of entertaining networking functions. The education program will highlight speakers from the restaurant and loss prevention industry, presenting real-world topics and best practices, offering a host of solutions and insights for everyday situations.

For up to date speaker and conference information, or other event info, please visit,
www.NFSSC.com. For more information about NFSSC membership or the annual conference, please contact Jim Forlenza, Executive Director, jim.forlenza@nfssc.com, or at 240-252-5542.