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SPEAKER BIO AND TOPIC OVERVIEW
Jerry Balistreri, B.S, M.S., M.Ed., DTE | Jerry Balistreri is a professional educator, administrator, trainer and author. His training on how to read body language leaves participants wanting more and creates a memorable experience. Jerry gets the participants involved with fun learning experiences that leave them with concrete knowledge of how to read body language and what the "tells" mean. Some of Jerry's past experiences are: * Certifications in: situational awareness, forensics for patrol officers, detecting lying, detecting deception in interpersonal communications.
Jerry has been training, researching, writing, and speaking on non-verbal communication for over thirty years. Jerry delivers customized trainings, keynote addresses, and conference sessions. https://www.linkedin.com/pub/jerry-balistreri/32/685/a9 (907) 830-5258 cell |
Frank V. DeAndrea, Jr. – B.A.I. V.S.M. Speaking topic: School Massacres | Frank is an accomplished Private Investigator with an extensive background in Forensics, Homicide Investigation, Financial Exploitation, Police Policy and Procedures, and Risk, Threat and Vulnerability. His expertise spans four decades of law enforcement and private investigations. His experience makes him sought after for any event that needs an engaging and entertaining speaker on risk, threat and vulnerability topics. He is the recipient of multiple Federal, State and Municipal awards and has been recognized by his peers as being selected the Investigative Professional of the Year by the Pennsylvania Association of Licensed Investigators and one of the Top PI’s of 2024 by PI Magazine. Frank has a unique way of looking at things and often recognizes what others do not. He has presented nationally and internationally on topics such as: Financial Exploitation of Older Adults – How to Protect you and your assets How to Conduct Police Policy Investigations – Why police do what they do. As Frank shows, each of these topics is an exploitation of a risk, threat or vulnerability. Frank is a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Private Investigators and Intellenet where he serves on the board of directors and publishes the newsletters. He is a Board Accredited Investigator (BAI), and a member of the prestigious Vidocq Society (VSM) serving as the co-chairman of their training and education committee. He is proudly married to Sandy DeAndrea and collectively they have over 75 years of investigative expertise. Frank and Sandy own and operate DeAndrea Investigations & Security. Frank can be reached at: frank@deandrea.biz www.deandrea.biz 570-233-1069 |
Robert “Jerry” DeFatta, CFE, BAI, CRT Speaking Topic: Understanding and Investigating Internal Fraud Cases; BAI | Jerry has over twenty five years of experience as a professional working in corporate security and investigations. He is a Board Accredited Investigator (BAI) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with extensive training and experience in conducting internal theft and fraud investigations. He is also certified in the Reid Technique of Interview and Interrogation (CRT). Prior to leaving the casino industry, he worked for over 10 years as a Senior Security Investigator for one of the largest gaming companies in Louisiana. In 1997, Jerry became licensed as a private investigator and founded DeFatta & Associates, LLC. Since that time, he has continued to conduct internal theft and fraud related investigations for a variety of corporate clients. He is an active member of Intellenet and serves on the Board of Directors for this group as well as being the Chairman of the BAI program, He is also an active member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), ASIS International, and several other professional organizations. Jerry is also an experienced instructor who has conducted training in investigative techniques, fraud prevention, deception detection, and private investigations throughout the country. Jerry is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Private Investigator Examiners as a private investigator instructor and his training courses have been approved as Continuing Education for private investigators and others. He has authored articles on the topic of employee theft and his work has been published in Security Management and PI Magazine. |
 Hal Humphreys Speaking Topic: OSINT and FOIA | Hal Humphreys is co-owner and director of instruction at PI Education, and executive editor of Pursuit Magazine. As a licensed private investigator, a certified general real estate appraiser, and former certified fraud examiner, Hal has spent nearly 30 years chasing down information by knocking on doors and digging into musty courthouse archives. As owner of [FIND] Investigations, a PI agency in Nashville, TN, Hal discovered the work he loves best: criminal defense investigations. He’s worked high-profile murder cases for private attorneys and post-conviction cases for the federal defender’s office. Hal is also a writer and radio producer whose work has appeared on Marketplace and WNYC’s On the Media and in Fast Company. When he’s not interviewing witnesses, you can find him cooking with fire at his riverside camp in Tennessee or, ideally, hiking the Camino de Santiago in Spain. |
 Buddy Jericho Speaking Topic: OSINT | Buddy Jericho is a distinguished figure in the intersection of intelligence operations and technology innovation. With a robust special operations background marked by 16 combat deployments supporting special operations, Buddy has been at the forefront of intelligence and counter-terrorism operations across various global hotspots dating back to Bosnia in 1998. While serving as an operations officer, Buddy participated in over 2,500 interrogations and was involved in over 600 operations targeting the leaders of terrorist groups. Buddy also served and continues to serve as an advisor to senior US Department of Defense leadership in special operations and intelligence. After government service, he pivoted to entrepreneurship, founding Echo Analytics Group in 2013, one of the first companies focused on training open-source intelligence (OSINT) to the special operations community. Recently, Buddy and his team founded Indago Technologies, a pioneering firm in the intelligence software arena. At Indago, Buddy has been instrumental in harnessing the power of generative AI to enhance intelligence reporting, embodying his commitment to #OSINTforGood. His unique journey from the frontlines of national security before and after the 9/11 terrorist attacks to leading cutting-edge technology initiatives positions him as a bridge between traditional intelligence methodologies and the future of digital investigations. |
Russell Kolins, BSSM, CCDI, FCP, CCAP, SAS, MOAB Speaking Topic: Making Money from CPTED | Russ Kolins holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Security Management. After extensive intelligence training and service with the USMC 3rd Force Recon, Russ began a rewarding career in private practice as a licensed investigator. His talents were recognized by the insurance industry that trained him extensively in the fields of Risk Management, Risk Assessments, Premises Liability, Security Inspections and Civil Liability. Russ also became a Certified Criminal Defense Investigator (CCDI). Russ is responsible for the release of four innocent men who were wrongly convicted and received the death penalty or life imprisonment. He handled each of those matters pro-bono. Russ was retained independently as a Security Consultant by the owner-operators of a chain of motels on the East coast to conduct Risk Assessments, Design Safety and Security Policies as well as train personnel on Security Procedures. Russ, trained and experienced in the hospitality industry, became theowner-operatorofabarandnightclubinNewJerseywherehewasresponsibleforwriting Policies and Procedures and training management, servers and security staff. Russ became a certified instructor in TAM (Techniques of Alcohol Management) and TIPS (Training for Intervention Procedures), two nationally recognized Responsible Alcohol Management programs. Russ is also a graduate of Indiana University’s Borkenstein Justice Institute for Alcohol Testing and Analysis for Litigation, as well as Criminal Justice and Legal Affairs Departments on Alcohol Testing and Effects. Both before and after earning his degree, Russ trained and earned numerous certifications in Security, Liquor Liability, Premises Liability and Crowd Control. He is dedicated and active in ASIS International, International Association of Venue Managers, International Association of Professional Security Consultants and International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety where he exchanges knowledge and experience with peers. Russ served on the prestigious ASIS International Hospitality, Entertainment and Tourism Council of which he was elected Chairman for three terms. He also served on the Board of Directors of the ASIS International Crime and Loss Prevention Council. Russ proudly serves on the Advisory Board of the Florida Association of Private Investigators (FAPI). Russ is a trusted industry teacher, trainer, educator and consultant to some of the largest Nightclub Entertainment Venues, Country Clubs, Resorts and Hotel/Motel, commercial businesses. He is often called to lecture to his peers and has been a mentor to veterans and law enforcement officers desiring to make the transition from the public to the private sector. Russ has consulted with scores of plaintiff and defense lawyers as either a consulting expert or litigation expert. He has been Court Qualified as an Expert Witness for Negligent Security, Liquor Liability, Premises Liability, Bar/Nightclub Operations, Excessive Force, Hospitality, Security Management and Crime Prevention. This designation was earned from decades of education, training and experience. Russ serves on the faculty at The University of Louisville, Department of Criminal Justice Southern Police Institute where he teaches CPTED to federal, state and local officials, law enforcement officers and upper management security professionals. In 2015, Russ expanded Kolins Security Group to become a comprehensive team of nine nationally- recognized, court-certified security experts. Our vast wealth of practical, hands on experience, depth of knowledge and skill, extensive education and training has helped numerous clients find the truth and achieve positive legal results. For more information and to meet our group, please visit www.KolinsSecurityGroup.com. KOLINS SECURITY GROUP |
Kelly E. Riddle Speaking Topic: Know Your Client and Business Marketing | Kelly E. Riddle is the President of Kelmar Global. Kelly has more than 43 years of investigative experience Professional Experience Narrative: Mr. Riddle is the President of Kelmar Global Investigations and has more than 42 years of investigative experience. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of North Alabama. He has been designated an expert in surveillance, insurance investigations, nursing home abuse, and computer investigations. He was chosen as the “PI of the Year” by the National Association of Investigative Specialists and the PI Magazine named Mr. Riddle as the “#1 PI in the United States.” Both organizations named him as “One of the Top 25 PIs of the 20th Century.” Kelly obtained his Texas Certified Investigator designation (held by less than 50 people in Texas). Mr. Riddle served as President of the Texas Association of Licensed Investigators (TALI,) from 2010-2012 as well as being a member of the TALI Board of Directors (2007-2010) and TALI Legislation Committee (2010 – present). Kelly was the recipient of the 2013 Investigator of the Year award, the highest recognition presented by TALI. He was also named one of America’s Top PIs of 2022 by PI Magazine. Kelly serves on the Board of Directors of Intellent – International Intelligence Network as well as being the Intellent Education Director. Mr. Riddle is on the Board of Directors for the National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS), as well as their Treasurer and Ethics Committee Chairman. Kelly serves on the Advisory Board for FAPI - the Florida Association of Private Investigators and is on the Public Relations Committee for the Council of International Investigators. Kelly served on the Board of Directors and was a Founding Member of the Intellenet Board Accredited Investigator (BAI) certification. Mr. Riddle served as the Region 4 Director for the National Association of Legal Investigators (NALI) from 2021-2023 and is the Membership Chair for the San Antonio Chapter of ASIS. Mr. Riddle served on the Board of Directors and as the Treasurer for the National Association for Missing and Exploited Children. Kelly formerly served on the Board of Directors for the Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas. Kelly is a Founding Board Member and Board Advisor for the non-profit organization “Can You Identify Me.” Mr. Riddle is the Founder and President of the PI Institute of Education, as well as the Founder of the Coalition of Association Leaders, comprised of past and present board members from state, national, and international associations. Kelly is the Founder and President of the Association of Christian Investigators with more than 1500 members in the U.S. and 19 countries. Mr. Riddle is the author of 14 books, co-author of 3 books, and has published more than 40 articles. Kelly has been the guest speaker at more than 850 events and has been featured in newspapers, magazines, national television, radio, and podcast programs. Kelly was also presented with the NALI Editor-Publisher Award in 2004. Mr. Riddle is a regular contributor to the Working PI industry publication. Mr. Riddle serves on the conference committee for the Alabama PI Association and the Texas Association of Licensed Investigators. Mr. Riddle’s prior law enforcement experience includes being a member of the SWAT team, a Training Officer, an Emergency Medical Technician, an Evidence Technician, an Arson Investigator, a Juvenile Interdiction Specialist, and a Traffic Investigator. Mr. Riddle is a member of TALI, NAIS, INTELLENET, NALI, FALI, FAPI, CALI, ASIS, NCISS, USAPI, ACI, PICA, WIN, CII, NLLI, CTIP, CLEAR, IOPIA, TIDA, ASSIST, ISPLA Kelly E. Riddle 23119 West IH-10, Bldg 6 |
 Greg Shuping Keynote Speaker | Greg Shuping is the owner of Elevated Training and Consulting, LLC with clients spread across the United States. Greg has over 30 years’ experience in fire, rescue, EMS, and emergency management in North Carolina. Incident Management Team response experience opportunities has taken Greg to numerous incidents across the country including, Puerto Rico, and the State of Washington. He specializes in incident management training/exercises, from ICS300/400 up through lead instructor qualification in US Fire Administration IMT course, FEMA Operations Section, Logistics Section, Planning Section and Incident Commander. He lives in the mountains of western NC with his wife (Jennifer) and two grown children. In his spare time Greg enjoys responding with the regional AHIMT, mountain biking, and hiking with family. Greg Shuping 94 Royal Crest Heights |