International Association of Certified Surveillance Professionals

It was such an amazing week! The 2nd annual CRPC was a huge success! A HUGE thank you to our attendees! Your enthusiasm for your profession is amazing, and spending the week with you was great! A special thank you to ALL the speakers, too numerous to list, for sharing their time, energy, and expertise! Thank you to Donald Childers, Amber C. Coker, CSP, and Rowan Martin for their hard work and dedication to the conference and the International Association of Certified Surveillance Professionals! Thank you to eConnect Global, Axis Communications, and Avalias for your sponsorship! Lastly, I'd like to thank the board members who made the trip to Tulsa and gave their all ... Alan W. Zajic, CPP, CSP, ICPS, Malcolm Rutherford, Abe Martin, CSP, CFE, Craig Morton, CSP, Robert Prady CPP, PSP, CHS, Charles Barry, and Derk J Boss, CFE, CPP, CSP ... YOU ROCK! The planning stage has started for the 2025 conference. We are eyeing two or three amazing locations. More info coming SOON!

The 2nd annual Casino Resort Protection Conference, held from October 7 to October 10, 2024, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, was a resounding success! Over 125 security and surveillance directors, managers, and agents from commercial and tribal properties nationwide attended the event. Hosted by the International Association of Certified Surveillance Professionals, the CRPC was specifically designed to enhance the knowledge and expertise of casino security and surveillance professionals, ensuring the protection of their properties. The conference featured dynamic sessions led by top-tier speakers with real-world experience, covering critical issues such as Title 31 compliance, sex trafficking prevention, and best practices for video review. One highlight was a reality-based tabletop exercise on crisis event management. These topics were spread across four tracks over three days, providing valuable insights and actionable takeaways for all attendees. The event concluded with the Certified Surveillance Professional certification exam, taken by 27 candidates. We are proud to announce that 18 of them passed the rigorous 250-question exam and are now newly certified CSPs! Our heartfelt congratulations to all of our new CSPs! We look forward to the next CRPC – stay tuned for upcoming dates and location announcements!

Today we have the distinct honor of presenting the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award to Alan W. Zajic, CSP. Al was unanimously nominated and approved by the IACSP board. His wisdom, coupled with a genuine interest in seeing others thrive, has profoundly shaped us all. Thank you, Al, for being a mentor, a guide, and a lifelong friend.

Good morning, CRPC! Morning classes are underway. In case you haven't heard, we're switching things up today! Lunch and afternoon classes will be hosted in the Sky Room on the 18th floor. See you there! #CRPC2024

We're wrapping up day 2 of CRPC! Which class has been your favorite so far? #CRPC2024

We are excited to present the Event Security Planning session at the Casino Resort Protection Conference on October 7, 2024. With presentations from Dan Ray of the Oklahoma State Police and Spencer Rich, Security & Safety Manager for the BOK Center, this session promises to deliver valuable insights into best practices and lessons learned in security planning and implementation for large-scale events. In today’s environment, it’s imperative that gaming properties prioritize the safety and security of both attendees and employees during events. This session will equip security and surveillance professionals with the essential knowledge to effectively prepare their properties for these critical responsibilities. https://lnkd.in/gnJ4F2CZ

We are thrilled to kick off our Second Annual Casino Resort Protection Conference on Monday, October 7, hosted by the International Association of Certified Surveillance Professionals. We are honored to have Tyler Burtis, John Kucera, Jeff Mitchell, and Chris Seymour leading our keynote address, “Sports Stars, General Managers, and Willful Blindness.” This distinguished panel of experts in Anti-Money Laundering and the Bank Secrecy Act will dive into recent high-profile cases, exploring why they happened and how casinos can avoid similar pitfalls by implementing a robust compliance program that meets Title 31 requirements. As many surveillance directors will agree, Title 31 has become a critical concern not just for our departments, but for the entire property. Our challenges in compliance often stem from a lack of understanding about what is truly required to be compliant and what it takes to maintain that compliance. Having personally attended presentations by Tyler and John, I can assure you that their insights will fundamentally change your approach to compliance. Tyler once shared a perspective that reshaped my view: “Casinos, particularly surveillance, focus on preventing cheating that could cost hundreds of thousands or even millions. But if you fail to meet compliance standards, the penalties can be many millions, and you might even face personal liability.” Recent cases have demonstrated the severe consequences of ineffective or misdirected compliance programs. This keynote and the subsequent panel discussion are indispensable for any surveillance professional. It’s an opportunity you cannot afford to miss. Conference being held from October 7-9 with CSP Exam opportunity on October 10. https://lnkd.in/gnJ4F2CZ

Don’t Miss Out! Extended Early Bird Registration for the Casino Resort Protection Conference – Now Available Until September 15! Are you looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of casino and resort security? The Casino Resort Protection Conference is your must-attend event of the year! Join industry leaders, security professionals, and gaming experts as they come together to share the latest insights, strategies, and innovations. Take advantage of our extended early bird registration – now available until September 15. Secure your spot today and enjoy discounted rates while preparing to network, learn, and elevate your security strategies. Spaces are filling up fast, so don’t delay! Register now to ensure you’re part of this essential conference. https://shorturl.at/9tbqk

Join us at Casino Resort Protection Conference for an experience filled with insightful sessions and networking opportunities. ?? Secure your spot today! https://lnkd.in/gqtQyzHp #crpc2024 #iacsp