Cathy Lanier, Former Chief, Metropolitan Police Department, Washington, D.C.

Promoted to Chief in 2007, Lanier spent nearly a decade creating a legacy of community engagement – years that saw a 23% drop in violent crime and a homicide rate that hit a 50-year low in 2012. Here, she shares how she led the department to this success and a restoration of community faith in policing.

Sgt. Jermaine Harris, Chicago Police Department, Area Community Engagement & Support (ACES)

Fighting crime and reducing violence takes innovation and patience. Explore how building Community Response Teams of neighborhood leaders and influencers is one of the best ways to make cities safer.

Laurie Reyes and Tara Bond, Montgomery County Department of Police

Officers Reyes and Bond provide an overview of what is now known as the Montgomery County Police Autism and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Alzheimer's, Dementia Outreach Program.

Dan Batsie, Chief of Emergency Medical Services, Vermont Department of Health

Developing a culture of public safety relies on engagement and connecting. This inspiring talk explores how bringing people together is the foundation for building stronger and safer communities.