2027 Louisiana APCO | NENA 25th State Conference
Annual state conference & expo for over 400+ Emergency Communication Professionals
The Louisiana Chapters of the Association of Public Safety Communication Officials (APCO) and the National Emergency Number Association (NENA) are proud to present this annual Conference & Expo where over 400 Emergency Communication Professionals come to network, expand their knowledge in our education sessions, and meet vendors who share and demonstrate their products and services.
Louisiana joins the rest of the nation as we work to implement Next Generation 9-1-1 technology and respond to the ever changing needs of our communities.
Agenda
Speakers
Jack started his Public Safety career in 1986 as a firefighter and EMT. He progressed through various roles, becoming Chief of Communications and Dty Director. Now at Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Ofc, he oversees 911 operations and serves on the APCO Board
Lowery, represents NENA members from the Southeastern Region on the board, has worked in the 9-1-1 industry for twenty-five years and has volunteered at both the county and state level on multiple boards and committees.
A graduate of LSU earning a B.A. in English, Tommy has over 35 years experience as a professional communicator, trainer, and relationship builder.
Jason, a seasoned Telecommunications Instructor, retired from the Kentucky State Police Academy as a Law Enforcement Instructor, Jason ensured that all agencies receive top-notch in-service training and certification.
I am the ECC Engagement Manager for RapidSOS and proud to attend the LA APCO/NENA Symposium and support our Louisiana 911 Heroes! I am looking forward to meeting you!
911 Professional & Advocate - Championing Safe, Fast, and Effective Emergency Response. Promoting Positive Recognition for 911 & Emergency Communications Professionals. Mentor, and Wellness Advocate
Scott, is the GIS/Addressing Manager for Baldwin Co 9-1-1 in Alabama w/ 20 years of experience. He currently serves as the South Regional Director for GISAA , has served on the GIS Committee for AL 9-1-1, & former Past President of FL URISA (GPN)
Teresa Thompson, Deputy Executive Director of OPCD, has 24 years in public safety communications. She is President of the Louisiana NENA Chapter, State TERT Coordinator, and holds APCO’s RPL and CPE designations.
The CJIS ACE Team works with the Louisiana State Police on their compliance initiatives including audit programs, training, and CJIS vendor vetting.
Holly Peacock is a Market Manager for INdigital, supporting public safety agencies across Florida and Louisiana. With 32+ years in 9-1-1—from telecommunicator to Director—she now helps agencies transition to Next Generation 9-1-1 solutions.
Responsible for company growth throughout the Southeast via new system sales as well as customer retention. Offering multiple product lines for controllers, ESInet services, recording, CAD and mapped ALI.
A fusion center is a collaborative effort of two or more agencies that provide resources, expertise, and/or information with the goal of maximizing the ability to detect, prevent, investigate, apprehend, and respond to criminal and terrorist activity.
A fusion center is a collaborative effort of two or more agencies that provide resources, expertise, and/or information with the goal of maximizing the ability to detect, prevent, investigate, apprehend, and respond to criminal and terrorist activity.
Patrick Virgadamo, CFE is a Senior Attorney for the Office of the Louisiana Legislative Auditor (LLA). He is a graduate of McNeese State University (B.A. 2004), LA State University (M.A. 2009), and the LSU Paul M. Hebert Law Center (J.D./ G.D.C.L. 2009).
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