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Government*Horizons Training Conference

 

 

Government*Horizons and National Organization on Disability's
Emergency Preparedness Initiative Present:

Disability and Special Needs Technical Assistance Conference
(Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery)

Registration is now closed for this event. You may still register at the door by bringing this form with you the day of the event.

January 8-9, 2008
Capital Hilton, Washington, DC

“Excellent orating skills and knowledge of subject.” ”As a novice in the Emergency Management field, this was an excellent crash course that provide me with the tools necessary to carry out my job as a seasoned professional.”
-Elizabeth Phillips, Lead Research Analyst, EMS, Imap Data, Inc.

“Simply amazing. Very engaging and passionate. One of the best I have ever seen! VERY INTELLIGENT!”
- Mike Griffin, Senior Associate, Vertical Integration

“Excellent class! A must for any federal employee in the facilities and emergency preparedness field.”
- John Glover, Security Program Manager, U.S. Court

 

Keynote Speaker: The Honorable Tom Ridge, former Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security and Chairman of the National Organization on Disability

Day 1

Registration Time: 7:00 am
Program Starts: 8:00 am

Wrap-up: 4:30 pm

 

Day 2

Registration Time: 7:00 am
Program Starts: 8:00 am

Wrap-up: 12:30 pm


**If you require any special needs services, such as C.A.R.T./Captioning, Sign Interpretation, Descriptive Narration or amenities of services animals, please contact Brian Lake at (703) 807-2753 or by email at blake@marketaccess.org**

About This Conference

The Disability and Special Needs Technical Assistance Conference will provide technical assistance on aspects of emergency management planning and response for people with disabilities and special needs. Recent disasters have made us aware of plans and operational procedures related to response and recovery to these populations in any natural or non-natural disaster. This conference will bring together Federal, State, and local experts to discuss day-to-day challenges in planing for their vulnerable populations. You will learn new concepts currently used or being developed to address disability and special needs planning in their jurisdictions.



Who Should Attend:

  • Federal. State, and Local Government Officials
  • Emergency Managers and Planners
  • First Responders
  • Law Enforcement
  • Military
  • Hospitals
  • Security Managers
  • Paramedics
  • Medical
  • Disability Advocates
  • Disability Service Providers
  • Disability Policy Makers
  • Community-Based Service Providers
  • Private businesses

Conference Agenda/Speakers

7:00 - 8:00 am

Registration/Continental Breakfast: Sponsored by Homeland Defense Journal

8:00 – 8:05 am

Metropolitan Police Department, Special Operations Division Color Guard

8:05 - 8:15 am

Opening Remarks: Hilary Styron, Executive Director, Emergency Preparedness Initiative, National Organization on Disability

8:15 - 9:00 am

Keynote Speaker: Honorable Tom Ridge, Chairman, National Organization on Disability

9:00 – 9:45 am

Panel: Volunteer and Donation Management for People with Disabilities 

Michael-Anne Gomez, Executive Director, Volunteer Center, Howard County, MD

Marcie Roth, Executive Director and CEO, National Spinal Cord Injury Association

9:45 – 10:15 am

Networking Break:  Sponsored by Homeland Defense Journal

10:15 - 11:15 pm

Panel: ADA Guidelines from Department of Justice for Mass Care/Sheltering

Olegario D. Cantos VII, Esq., Special Counsel to the Acting Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division, Department of Justice

Jeanine Worden, Deputy Section Chief in the Disability Rights Section of the Civil Rights Division, Department of Justice

11:15 - 12:00 pm

Panel: Tests, Training, and Exercises

Carl Cameron, President, Inclusion Research

Debbie Fulmer, Emergency Management Planning Specialist, Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, Department of Homeland Security  "TOPOFF 4: Consideration of Special Needs Populations in Disaster Exercises"

12:00 - 1:15 am

Lunch Keynote: Cindy Daniel, National Disability Coordinator, FEMA: Sponsored by Homeland Defense Journal

1:15 – 2:00 pm

Panel: Education for People with Disabilities and First Responders

Rebecca Hansen, EAD & Associates 

Neil McDevitt, CEPIN 

2:00 – 2:30 pm

Networking Break: Sponsored by Homeland Defense Journal

2:30 - 3:30 pm

Panel: Registries and Online Resources for Special Needs Communities

Calvin I. Brown, Office of Emergency Management, Fort Worth, TX

David Moss, GIS Programmer/Analyst, Office of Emergency Management, Fort Worth, TX

Mary J. Goepfert, MPA, APR, CPM, Instructor, Field Training Unit, New Jersey Office of Emergency Management

Judy Miller, President, NinthWave Media
3:30 – 3:45 pm

Terry Gainer, Sergeant at Arms, United States Senate

3:45 – 4:00 pm Andrew S. Levy, Senior Managing Consultant, IBM

4:00 – 4:30 pm

Marko Bourne, Director of Policy and Plans, Federal Emergency Management Agency

4:30 pm

 Day 1 Adjournment

 

 

Day 2

7:00 – 8:00 am

Continental Breakfast: Sponsored by Homeland Defense Journal

8:00 – 8:05 am

Opening Remarks, Hilary Styron, Executive Director, Emergency Preparedness Initiative, National Organization on Disability

8:05 – 8:45 am

Morning Keynote: Ken Fisher, Office of Emergency Preparedness, City of New Orleans, LA

8:45 – 9:30 am

Panel: What Corporations Need to Know About Employees with Disabilities

Carol Glazer, Executive Director, National EmployAbility Partnership, National Organization on Disability

Larry Crabtree, Vice President of Operations, ServiceSource, Inc.  

Katherine McCary, Vice President, SunTrust Banks, Inc.

9:30 – 10:00 am

Networking Break: Sponsored by Homeland Defense Journal

10:00 – 11:00 am

Panel: Local Emergency Management Going the Distance

Darrell L. Darnell, Director, Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency, Government of the District of Columbia

Jim Davis, Emergency Management Coordinator, Pittsylvania County, Virginia

Dina Maniotis, New York City, Office of Emergency Management

11:00 – 12:00 pm

Panel: Faith-Based Efforts and Disabilities in Disasters

John Kim Cook, Director, Center for Faith-Based & Community Initiatives, Department of Homeland Security  

Joann Hale, Emergency Response Specialist, Church World Service

12:00 -12:30 pm

Closing Keynote: Chris Geldart, Director, National Capitol Region Office of Coordination, Department of Homeland Security

12:30 pm

Closing Remarks, Hilary Styron, Executive Director, Emergency Preparedness Initiative, National Organization on Disability


Early Registrants Include:

Administation for Children & Families, Emergency Preparedness Specialist
Allegheny Co. of Behaviorel Health, Mental Health Specialist
American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter, Health Services/Disaster Mental Health
American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter, Director, Disaster Services
American Red Cross Bay Area Chapter, External Relations Officer
ANCOR, Government Relations Assistant
Arkansas Department of Health, Agency Program Coordinator
Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO), Senior Analyst, Infectios Disease
AUCD, Program Manager
Booze Allen Hamilton, Senior Associate
Booze Allen Hamilton, Associate Behavioral Scientist
Booze Allen Hamilton, Senior Consultant
Booze Allen Hamilton, Associate Behavioral Scientist
Booze Allen Hamilton, Consultant
Booze Allen Hamilton, Senior Consultant
Broward County, ADA Administrator
Broward County, Chair
Broward County, ADA Analyst I
Carroll County Government, Emergency Management Planner
Carroll County Health Dept., Community Health Nurse
City of Alexandria, Emergency Management Planner
City of MN Dept. of Health & Family Support, Preparedness Specialist
Community Emergency Response Team , Service Emergency Response Team Manager
County of San Diego, Administrative Analyst
DC Fire & EMS Dept, Fire Inspector
DDSD/OKDHS, Programs Administrator
Delta Development Group, Inc., Mmergency Preparedness & Response
Dept of Medical Assistance Services, Program Supervisor
Division of Disabliity Resources and Educational Services (DRES) / U. of Illiniois, Assistant Director, Non-Academic Support Services
DOL, Continuity Program Manager
DOL, Emergency Response Coordinator
DOL, Continuity Specialist
Fairfax County Office of Emergency Management, Special Needs Coordinator
Fannie Mae, Crisis Manager
Federal Transit Administration, Transportation Program Specialist
Genesis Asst Protection, President
ICPS, Interim Director
Indiana Regional Medical Center, Planning Consultant
Joint Task Force Civil Support, Deputy Surgeon
JP Morgan, Corporate Fire Life Safety
Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns, Emergency Preparedness Consultant
Kay Center for E-Health Research, Program Coordinator
Kentucky Council on Developmental Disabilities, Administrative Specialist III
Kentucky Council on Developmental Disabilities, Executive Director
Kern County Dept. of Human Services, Emergency Services Manager
Kern County Dept. of Human Services, Administrative Coordinator
Keystone Human Services, Keystone Human Services
Keystone Human Services, VP, Quality & Clinical Services
LA DHH/OAD, Program Manager
Lee County Emergency Management, Chief of Planning
Lee County Emergency Management, Administrative Specialist
Library of Congress, Emergency Management Specialist
Mercy Medical Airlift, Washington Representative
Miami Dade Cty Commission, Commissioner
Mid America Alliance, CDC Public Health Advisor
Minnesota Dept. of Health, Special Populations Coordinator
Mississippi Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities, Executive Director
Missouri Dept. of Health & Senior Services,
Missouri Dept. of Mental Health, Asst Coord. Disaster Readiness
MO Dept of Health & Senior Svcs, Special Needs Population Liaison
Mobile County Emergency Management Agency, Plans and Operations Officer II
Montgomery Co Public Health, Nurse Mgr
Nassau County Department of Health, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
National Institute of Health (NIH), Emergency Mgmt. Specialist
New Editions Consulting, Accessibility Specialist
NISH, Event Mgr
NISH, Manager, Board Affairs
NISH, Senior Manager Grassroots Advocacy
NISH, Senior Activities Specialist
NJ Council on Developmental Disabilities, Emergency Planning Coordinator
North Central Region , Planning Support Analyst
North Central Region , Emergency Mgmt. Coordinator
Oakland Cty. Community Mental Health Authority, Physical Plant and Equip.Manager
Organize for Action, Consultant
PA Dept of Health, Special Program Administrator
Philadelphia Dept. of Public Health, Public Health Preparedness Coordinator for Special Populations
RAND, Associate Behavioral Scientist
Raytheon Technical Services, Program Manager
Senior Program Consultant, Senor Program Consultant
Southeastern Regional , Planning & Collaboration Director
Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Crisis Director
Sutter Health, Environmental Consultant
Temple University, Technical Support Specialist
Temple University, Research Associate
University of Arkansas For Med. Sciences Part., Emergency Preparedness Liaison
US Coast Guard, Family Resource Specialist
US Coast Guard, Assistant Persons with Disabilities Programs Manager
US Dept. of Commerce, Health & Safety Specialist
USDA APHIS, Occupational Safety & Health Manager
USSAAC, Boardmember and Partner
Walleska Bliss, Research Associate
Washenaw Cty. Comm. Support & Treatment , Mental Health Professional
Washenaw Cty. Comm. Support & Treatment , Executive Director
Westchester County Emergency, Emergency Manager
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities, Emergency Mgmt Coord.
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities, Coordinator for Community Inclusion

Previous Attendees Include:

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What previous attendees said about this conference:

“I enjoyed the presentation thoroughly. LTC Mitchell’s enthusiasm is contagious.”
- Justin M. Page, Security Specialist, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

“LTC Mitchell is a wonderful facilitator.”
- Eddy Valdes, President, World Class Solutions Group, Inc.

“Conference was excellent, great networking and innovative ideas!” -Rebecca Bauder, Disaster & Emergency Planning Coordinator, Pathways, Inc.

“Excellent information, gives a person a lot to think about and resources available.” -Mary Morton, Planner/Firefighter/Paramedic/Hazmat Specialist, City of Chesapeake, VA

“(Conference)…was inspirational, informative, validating, motivating, humbling and worthwhile for me to attend. There will be positive influences at my EP for special populations work at the local level.” -Smith Pineo, Public Health Program Specialist, Kern County Department of Public Health

"I came here with objectives on what I wanted from the conference and not only got answers to meet those objectives but now have a network of contacts to help me so I do not reinvent the wheel.” -Susan Sanderson, Emergency Management Specialist/CERT Program Manager, City of Detroit/Homeland Security and Emergency Management

Sponsors

Premier Sponsors:

 

Compelled by the attacks of September 11, 2001, NOD launched the Emergency Preparedness Initiative (EPI) to ensure that emergency managers address disability concerns and that people with disabilities are included in all levels of emergency preparedness- planning, response, and recovery.

In the first few years of the program, EPI became firmly established within the emergency management industry and disability advocacy organizations. Since then, EPI has remained the nationally recognized leader in emergency preparedness for people with disabilities and special needs. EPI Director Hilary Styron and the rest of the EPI staff are continuing their national outreach, education, and awareness efforts to ensure that people with disabilities take measures to prepare themselves for emergencies; to ensure that preparedness officials across the country are including people with disabilities in the planning, training and exercises, and response activities being undertaken at the community level; and to ensure that people with disabilities are themselves taking an active role in participating alongside preparedness officials before, during, and after an emergency. EPI is proud to have established coalitions and working partnerships amongst the emergency management and first responder community, as well as several disability related organizations and their constituents.

Platinum Sponsors:

IBM provides solutions to many of the challenges faced by our dedicated public safety clients. From advanced video and data analytics … to information sharing and collaboration … to real-time interoperable communications… our mission is to help our clients their serve and protect their communities as effectively as possible.

IBM’s leading edge public safety solutions in conjunction with our thought leadership in accessibility and adaptive technology can help your community plan, identify, communicate and respond more effectively to meet the needs of all citizens during emergency situations. More information on IBM solutions for public safety is also available at www.ibm.com/government

Silver Sponsors:

Booz Allen Hamilton has been at the forefront of management consulting for businesses and governments for more than 90 years. Integrating the full range of consulting capabilities, Booz Allen is the one firm that helps clients solve their toughest problems, working by their side to help them achieve their missions.

Corporate Sponsors:

The Community Emergency Preparedness Information Network (CEPIN) project at Telecommunications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Inc (TDI) is a premier provider of FEMA-recognized training solutions. Starting with its "Emergency Responders and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community: Taking the First Steps to disaster preparedness" course, CEPIN has quickly become a leader in developing emergency preparedness training for special needs populations.

The Center for Disability and Special Needs Preparedness(DPC), works to ensure individuals with disabilities and special needs are included in disaster readiness planning and implementation. DPC cooperates with federal, state and local agencies responsible for emergency planning and management as well as training private and public organizations serving vulnerable populations. Resources are available at www.disabilitypreparedness.org

EAD & Associates, LLC is a unique, woman-owned small business that provides expertise in emergency management and special needs planning, a distinct discipline that ensures that people with physical, sensory, and/or cognitive disabilities are prepared for man-made or natural disasters and emergencies and their consequences.

The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting the goals of saving lives and protecting property during emergencies and disasters. IAEM is a premier international organization of emergency management professionals. Our mission is to serve our members by providing information, networking and professional opportunities, and to advance the emergency management profession.

Coffee Break Sponsors:

Reeves EMS has been manufacturing, selling and servicing emergency medical products in the U.S. for over 90 years.  Our products include Flexible Stretchers for patient movement and decontamination, quick erect decontamination shelters as well as custom gear bags.  Reeves EMS also offers a scalable Rapid Deployment Medical Facility (RDMF) that provides triage and intensive care capabilities in close proximity to the incident area.  Our products and services continue to meet and exceed the exacting standards of today’s Emergency Health Care Professional.

Media Sponsors:



Homeland Defense Journal is the first and most trusted independent monthly magazine dedicated exclusively to covering issues of critical importance to U.S. homeland security and defense. Each month, the industry’s leading journalists and experts provide in-depth coverage and analysis of programs, projects, new initiatives, government funding and innovative products that help keep America safe, strong and secure.

Become an Exhibitor or Sponsor

ATTENTION INDUSTRY AND SOLUTIONS PROVIDERS: Our sponsors and exhibitors will have a unique opportunity to showcase their products and services to leading government decision-makers and leaders. If you would like to learn more about this event and ways in which our market research and media outlets can assist your sales program, please contact Jonathan Emery, (703) 894-1097.

Contact Us

  • For registration information, please contact Customer Service at (703) 807-2758 For government speaking and best practices presentation opportunities, please contact Brian Lake, (703) 807-2753
  • For product and solutions companies interested in sponsorship information and related speaking opportunities, contact Jonathan Emery, (703) 894-1097
     

**If you require any special needs services, such as C.A.R.T./Captioning, Sign Interpretation, Descriptive Narration or amenities of services animals, please contact Brian Lake at (703) 807-2753 or by email at blake@marketaccess.org**
Registration Fee

  • Industry - $595 per person
    Small Business (<100 employees) - $545 per person
    Government - $495 per person
  • Non-Profits- $445 per person

Registration Options

Registration is now closed for this event. You may still register at the door by bringing this form with you the day of the event.

Registrations are payable by Visa, American Express, Mastercard, company check or government purchase order.

CANCELLATION POLICY: You may designate a substitute in writing any time before the event. If you need to cancel your registration, you must send your notice in writing and will be subject to a $50 processing fee. No refunds are given for cancellations received one week prior to the event start date or later. PLEASE NOTE: No shows will be liable for the entire registration fee.

 

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Location and Hotel Information

The conference will be held at the Capital Hilton, 1001 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC  20036 (202) 393-1000.  The hotel is located only a few blocks from 3 different Metro Stations: Farragut North (Red Line), Farragut West (Blue & Orange Lines), McPherson Square (Blue & Orange Lines).  Directions can be viewed here.  The Capital Hilton is holding a small block of guest rooms available at the rate of $179+tax.  To secure a room, you must contact the Capital Hilton at (202) 393-1000 by December 14, 2007 and mention "Special Needs Conference" to get this rate.

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