Ray Minor - Training 15-1. 15 minutes, once a week. "What can you accomplish?"

With the ever present budget cuts and time constraints with training, use short training sessions, once a week to accomplish training goals without creating overtime or staffing shortages. We will also show how the use of a video based use of force simulator can assist in attaining these training goals.

With over 18 years as a law enforcement instructor, Ray was a police officer in CT for 11 years where he specialized in instruction of firearms, less lethal, chemical munitions and TASER. He was a member of the CT POST Senior Firearms Instructor Cadre at the CT POST Training Academy. Ray left TASER in 2015 as the Director of Training. Ray currently owns his own LE consulting/Training business and is a trainer for Ti Training in video based use force simulators.

Gary Monreal - Springfield Armory XD-S Armorer course

Team One Network Conducts Springfield Armory Armorer Courses on behalf of Springfield Armory. Our armorer courses are structured to provide each student with a practical understanding of the advanced features that make the Springfield Family of Firearms unique. Topics that will be covered are: Nomenclature, Operator use, Cycle of functioning, Field & detail stripping, Care & cleaning, Troubleshooting, Preventive & corrective maintenance

Gary J. Monreal has over twenty-three years of law enforcement experience in corrections, patrol, SWAT, and training. Gary is an instructor-trainer and currently teaches various firearms, defensive tactics and SWAT courses. Gary is an adjunct instructor for Team One Network and has given various presentations at firearms and SWAT conferences throughout the United States, Germany and China.

Gary Monreal - Dynamic Use of Target Systems

This course will provide a series of dynamic training exercises that will help you improve your live fire-training program. We will be incorporating a variety of target options that provide a pathway to improve the skills of your students. In law enforcement communities around the world, we know that realistic training is the key to giving students the experience necessary to prevail in stressful situations. The course will offer some of our ideas on the use of a variety of targets in creating a building block approach to realistic training during live fire exercises Drills will be conducted using a variety of Action Targets reactive steel targets and auto targets that can be programed to react to different hits on target

Gary J. Monreal has over twenty-three years of law enforcement experience in corrections, patrol, SWAT, and training. Gary is an instructor-trainer and currently teaches various firearms, defensive tactics and SWAT courses. Gary is an adjunct instructor in the technical college system for the State of Wisconsin and has given various presentations at firearms and SWAT conferences throughout the United States, Germany and China.

Donald "Don" Moore - Use of Force and the ARMS Model: Arming the Officer with Tools within Arm's Reach (2 Hours POST Certified)

The course will discuss the use of force continuum and the challenges presented when teaching officers how to apply various levels of responses to the actions of the subject. Emphasize that it is not just sufficient to tell officers to disengage from a use of force, but that it is crucial to teach officers how to disengage after use of force. The ARMS (Arming the Officer with Tools within Arm's Reach) Model will be introduced that supplements the Force Continuum and allows for a platform to teach disengagement.

Don Moore has been a civilian police officer since 1992 and was a United States Marine Military Policeman for six years prior. He is currently with the Washington University Police Department as a patrol officer assigned to accreditation and training. He serves on the Department's Evidence Technical Unit and Special Response Team. He also provides instruction for the Crisis Intervention Team Training at the St. Louis County and Municipal Police Academy.

Richard Nable - Crowd Behavior and Dynamics

This course was developed to help public safety personnel to understand the dynamics of crowds and associated behaviors of individuals in a crowd setting in order to better predict and mitigate potential public safety hazards. The course material has been compiled from professional and scholarly journals and adapted for presentation to public safety personnel.

Rich Nable began policing in metro Atlanta with the Fulton County Police Department in 1987 and retired from there as a Captain in 2014. He has been a general instructor since 1998 and a firearms instructor since 2000. He has authored two books and numerous articles on police work and firearms training. He currently works as a training consultant and is a full time Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Reinhardt University.

Brian Nanavaty - Responding to Officer Involved Shootings and Critical Incidents

This presentation is based on the award winning Indianapolis Metro PD OIS model which established a comprehensive approach to responding to critical officer incidents with a dual focus on investigation while recognizing the unique needs of the involved officer. This approach has resulted in over 200 officers completing a mental health check- up, receiving family resources, fulfilling investigative/internal review, and returning to full duty-healthy and focused. The presentation outlines a response methodology for agencies for the first 24-48 hours, 48-72 hours and beyond 72 hours.

Captain Brian Nanavaty is a 33 year veteran of the Indianapolis Metro PD where he created the Office of Development and Wellness. During his career Nanavaty has instructed for the DOJ and at IACP, ILEETA, NOBLE, FOP and FBI conferences and has been featured on Police One.com and in Law and Order and the FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin. In 2015, Nanavaty received the Destination Zero Valor Award and in 2016, he appeared in front of the US Congress and was a finalist for IACP Officer of the Year.

Ku'ulei Nitta - Tactical Resiliency: How to deal with what you're dealt

Participants will be more aware of the little things they might be doing that would compromise their mental well-being. To give trainers tools needed to assist both themselves and their fellow officers in improving their resiliency and promote positive coping skills. Trainers will be better equipped in helping themselves and others find the most positive and effective coping mechanisms.

Ku’ulei is currently working on her Masters of Counseling Psychology in Mental Health at Chaminade University of Honolulu and plans to create a program that will help educate first responders on mental health. Through education and connecting with first responders, she hopes to bring awareness and normalcy to the need for improved mental wellness.

Daniel Oster - Case Study- Officer Safety and the Traffic Stop- What is "Routine"?

“Routine” traffic stop. What is “routine”? What is complacency? During this course, we will discuss a specific traffic stop and how it went from “routine” to a deadly force encounter. Focus will be on mindset, preparation, and the value of training for a potential deadly force encounter. Instructors should expect to walk away from this course with a broader perspective on the importance of training, mindset and situational awareness for both the rookie and seasoned officer and knowledge that NOTHING we do is “routine”.

I have been a police officer for 7 years. My time as an officer has been divided between working in the patrol division for a City Department in Colorado and working both patrol and as the Training Coordinator for the Memphis Airport Police Department. I have a Master's Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Memphis.

Jonathan Page - Eliminating Scars: A Paradigm Shift in Training

Training scars are negative habits unintentionally learned during training. Knowing how and why we get them is important because training scars are representative of an even bigger issue: a lack of focus on training the subconscious mind. Scars reside in the subconscious, along with other important concepts for training, like schemas, patterns, and automatic behaviors. Building training around these concepts creates a paradigm shift to the current training structure. Our research has unequivocally shown that training the subconscious mind greatly improves officer safety and professionalism.

Jon Page is a cognitive neuroscientist and President of Cognitive Command Group. For more than a decade, Jon has been researching and studying human perception and action. The knowledge and data that he acquired in the laboratory and while collaborating in field research with law enforcement and military agencies in the US and abroad provided Jon with the information he needed to develop Cognitive Command Training. Jon has published his findings in professional scientific and law enforcement journals and presents at conferences and delivers trainings.

John Palese - Emerging Trends in Public Safety Unmanned Aircraft Systems

sUAS (small Unmanned Aerial Systems) or “drones” are rapidly growing technology that has broad application for Law Enforcement students. sUAS users are striving to harness the power of these systems, while keeping up with the industry’s ever-evolving technology and legal regulations. Having a background in sUAS will provide students with cutting-edge technology in Public Safety. This course is designed to introduce students to aviation knowledge to help Law Enforcement operate sUAS safely in the NAS (National Airspace System).

Retired American Airlines, Captain & Line Check Airman, Certified flight instructor (CFII) Pilot Adjunct Professor Aviation Science at Carroll University (Waukesha, WI), Adjunct Professor Aviation Science at St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy FAA Safety Team Lead Representative and Remedial Trainer FAA certified commercial drone pilot. (Part 107)

Michelle Palladini - Innovation in Police/Youth Engagement and Why This Matters Now

Using the L.E.A.P. Program’s “CLUES” Model, we will discuss why Officers should be utilizing a collaborative, mindful, and empathetic approach when working with children, and how these guidelines can reshape the way we approach crime prevention to effect positive change in our communities. Attendees will be offered case studies for reflection and discussion, as well as an opportunity to re-evaluate current juvenile training standards within their agency. Prepare to leave inspired and re-dedicated to the true meaning of protect and serve.

Michelle Palladini is a Detective and School Resource Officer in Norfolk, MA and Founder of the L.E.A.P. Program. She is widely respected for her policing expertise and innovation, and commitment to the care and protection of children, and even more loved for her unrelenting positivism, and dedication to community. Her personal and professional stories of inspiration cultivate a re-dedication to policing as a public service rooted in compassion and greater understanding.

Ken Paradise - M&P M2.0 Pistol Armorers Class.

This course is designed for agencies carrying or authorizing for carry the Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 pistol. Focus will be on nomenclature, field stripping and maintenance, safeties and safety checks, detailed disassembly, troubleshooting and minor repairs. Performing lessons repeatedly will insure good hands-on instruction for a better understanding of this firearm.

Ken is a retired Law Enforcement Officer with over 37 years of service. Ken has been a certified S&W armorer since 1977. Ken has been certified to armorer the M&P pistol since 2006 while serving with the Iowa State Patrol. Ken is certified by the Smith & Wesson Academy and has been conducting classes for Smith & Wesson since 2014. His career with Smith and Wesson began in December, 2014. His territory includes Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin.

Peter Pfau - Multi generational students: effective strategies on the range

We understand that being on the range is a stressful event for many people. As an instructor you must be able to identify and promote effective learning techniques for all your students. Not only must you know their educational background, gender and language as well as their individual personality, goals, age and learning style but the teaching strategy/format that will lead to successful learning. This course will include active discussion and hands on instruction. Attendees will receive knowledge, skills and materials to help them adapt these principles to their own agency.

Peter Pfau has been a LEO since 1991 and with the Milwaukee Police Dept. (MPD) for over 23 years. He is a Wisconsin certified instructor in the areas of Firearms, Defense and Arrest Tactics, Vehicle Contacts and Pro Comm. While with MPD he was assigned to the Training Bureau-Firearms Section for over 10 years. He teaches at Gateway Tech College and is a Master TASER instructor. He has taught and trained throughout the US and Europe.

Curtis Pote - What's your Why?

This course is an examination of the question, "Why". In conjunction with many other disciplines, this question can help determine what we should be teaching to our students. Methods on motivating themselves and their students will also be presented.

Curtis L. Pote is an Instructor with the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy and is the Primary Instructor in the areas of Precision Driving, Below 100, Physical Training, Interview and Interrogation, Verbal Defense and Influence, and Bicycle Patrol. Curtis is the Regional Representative Board Member for ALERT International and a member of the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association.

Robert Protheroe - Beretta Armorer Course - 90 Series

Beretta 90 Series Armorer training teaches the functions required maintain the Beretta 90 Series pistols in excellent, serviceable condition, ready for trouble free field performance and extend their service life at minimum cost. Armorers must have an in-depth knowledge in appropriate maintenance.

“Van” is the Lead Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor for Beretta U.S.A. Corporation. His duties include research, development, scheduling and teaching Tactical Shooting Schools, Transitional Training Courses and Armorers Courses. A member of IALEFI with over 25 years of training experience in the public and private sectors, specializing in firearms training/tactics. He served 3 1/2 years in the military including one year active combat in Vietnam and 23 years with the Connecticut State Police.

Diana Rathborne - Warrior Mindset Development Drills for DT Training

The fluidity of a fight requires awareness, footwork, body/hand movement, empty hands speed, positioning, some type of trained skill set and the mindset to prevail. The drills taught will focus on embedding a combative mindset in short, fluid, fun drills that will challenge the officer’s cognition, conditioning and decision making, creating the officer who can think on their feet under stress while reacting effectively and appropriately. Jeet Kune Do and the Filipino Martial Arts history of ingraining effective skills for ‘in the fight’ provide the drills and training methods taught.

Diana Rathborne has taught local, federal and international law enforcement personnel for 24 years through the Mn Kali Group. Her training organization, Rathborne Training, LLC continues the MKG legacy of constant training, research and the commitment to bring the best martial arts training to the LE community. A presenter at MTOA, ILEETA & LETOA conferences, Diana is a Full Instructor in Kali/Jeet Kune Do (Inosanto/Faye), a Senior Instructor in Muay Thai (Sirisute), and a Coach in CSW (Paulson)

Bill Reilly - Directions to Utopia PD: A trainer’s guide

Utopia PD is a metaphor for that perfect law enforcement agency that we desire. And while obstacles may make it difficult for us to find the Utopia within our agency, trainers have an important role in facilitating organizational improvement. This course emphasizes the importance of applying specific leadership and influence tactics to foster individual and collective organizational change. The three critical ways that leaders and trainers influence organizational culture will be a theme throughout this course.

Bill Reilly served with the Hartford (CT) PD, retiring as an assistant chief. He is a POST certified leadership instructor who has trained thousands over the past 27 years. He has served as an academy commander and a Training and Development adjunct professor. He formed Finest’s Professional Development to teach Oral Boards Made Easy, Leader Skills, and Police Excellence courses. Bill achieved a master’s degree in organizational communication and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy.

Heather Richards - ASP Handcuff Instructor Course

This course demonstrates a systems approach to the restraint of subjects. ASP Handcuff instruction utilizes the same basic techniques for application of Chain, Hinge, Rigid and Disposable Restraints. In this course, you will find realistic instruction that can be safely utilized by all officers under the stress of the real world confrontations.

Heather Richards has over 11 years law enforcement experience working as a front line officer with the Canada Border Services Agency. In addition to 15 years of martial arts and woman's self defense teaching Heather is certified as an ASP Trainer, Less Lethal Impact Munitions Instructor, Bleeding Control for the Injured Instructor and Below 100 Instructor.

John Robison - Leading Without Rank: The Role of the Law Enforcement Trainer

Are you a leader? We often think of leaders as those with stripes, bars, or stars. However, trainers (regardless of rank), have a critical leadership role in every organization. Unfortunately, while we are looking out for our officers, our own self-development takes a back seat. This course provides trainers with essential skills to effectively lead the training function and keep organizational motivation and morale positive. Topics include contrasting authority vs. influence, the role of the outward mindset, and on-going self-development activities for enhanced professional growth.

Chief John Robison is the Chief of the Alpharetta Department on Public Safety (GA). Chief Robison oversees the operations of the Alpharetta Police, Fire, and 911. Chief Robison has served a variety of positions in his career from Patrol to Internal Affairs. John is a Senior Instructor for Georgia POST and is an Adjunct Instructor for Reinhardt University. He has a Masters of Divinity and Masters of Public Administration. John is a Leadership Instructor for Command Presence Training.

Troy Rodgers - Psychological Survival During a First Responder Career

First responders are regularly placed in life and death situations. To be as effective as possible we need to have prepared before the time to act has come. This class lays out a framework for preparation and provides a glimpse at peak performance/psychological survival in a crisis filled environment. Dr. Rodgers brings a unique combination of police psychology, college athletic experience, and coaching skills to the tired topic of "stress management," and his goal is to help make every day positive in some way and to allow our heroes to fade into the sunset happy instead of cynical and discontent.

Dr. Rodgers is a police and criminal psychologist based in New Mexico. He has been the Agency Director for Public Safety Psychology Group LLC (PSPG) since 2004. At the present time, he works as a consultant/psychologist for over 130 local, state, and federal law enforcement, fire, and corrections agencies. Dr. Rodgers has been awarded a Diplomate in Police Psychology from the Society of Police and Criminal Psychology and he is a master instructor for the state of New Mexico in Crisis Intervention.

Leo Rognlin - Successful Communications with Special Needs People

This course focuses on communications with special needs populations. It gives insight into how to recognize a special needs person, how to change one’s communication’s style to enhance successful communications, ultimately bring a potentially violent or misunderstood situation to a peaceful conclusion. During the course, the attendees will also gain insight into some role playing ideas that enhance learning how to communicates with special needs people.

Sergeant Leo Rognlin has always had a passion for working with special needs groups. For over ten years Leo was a successful SWAT team crisis negotiator for the Red River Valley SWAT Team and a CIT officer/detective for the Fargo Police Department. He has been in law enforcement for over thirty years and has been teaching at a college level for over half his career. Communications and mental illness are one of his specialties

Danny Rosa - How Decision-Making Works Regarding Force, Bias, and De-Escalation

This course illustrates how the human brain makes decisions, including critical decisions officers are forced to make regularly. Cognitive scientists describe a two-system model for decision-making. Simply stated, System One is fast, powerful, and automatic because it works off emotion and intuition. System Two is slower, weaker, and somewhat lazy because it is rational and analytical, analyzing the decision. This course is relevant to instructors in every subject matter. Instructors must understand the two-system model so they can gear their training toward the fast and automatic System One.

Danny, a Training Analyst for MCOLES, has researched, developed, and implemented mandatory statewide standards for law enforcement for the past 20 years. Previously, Danny spent 15 years with LASD in California, where he was a patrol deputy, FTO, gang investigator, full-time force trainer, and patrol sergeant. Danny has first-hand experience in multiple life threatening situations, including officer-involved-shootings, and was an expert in the use of force, street gangs and illegal narcotics.

Darrell Ross - Assessing Deadly Force Liability Decisions and Human Factors Research

Human factors research has shown that making a deadly force decision under stress and time pressures can affect an officer’s sensory perception and ultimately their performance. The presentation presents research on 1,150 published Section 1983 deadly force case decisions by the lower courts and how they assess human factors and officer perception formation in rendering their decision in a claim of excessive force.

Dr. Ross is the chair of the criminal justice program at Valdosta State University. He has trained law enforcement officers in two academies and has conducted over 700 training and conference presentations nationally and internationally. He has published five books and over 95 research articles, many regarding the presentation topic. Dr. Ross has provided consultation to police departments on the subject and he routinely testifies in court regarding the use of force.

Guy Rossi - Analysis of BWCs: Multi-media and Misrepresentation

BWC are used nationwide but methods of analysis of BCW data lags behind. We’ll discuss issues raised by BWC video from a recent use of force case, and demonstrate multi-media tools to analyze video and address problems in analysis including reconciliation of multiple BWCs and manipulation of voice, video, and data. Attendees will be guided in developing policies to address the technical, legal, evidentiary, and ethical concerns raised by analysis of BWC video.

Guy Rossi has trained thousands of police, law enforcement, public safety, college students, community groups and private citizens in a myriad of topics that include: instructional development, field training, defensive tactics, firearms, multimedia, and citizen preparedness. He is internationally recognized author and court-acknowledged expert on use of force by law enforcement and law abiding citizens. Guy is also an ILEETA advisory board member and Force Science and BWC Analyst.