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- 1. A Tribute to Heroes The 7th annual Mid-Atlantic INLETS June 19, 2017 | Annapolis
- 3. Evening Program 5:00pm Reception Meet & Greet with Mark “Oz” Geist 6:00pm Seating for Dinner • Blessing for the Meal • Welcoming Comments • Recognition of Above & Beyond Award recipients • Tribute for Fallen Heroes Special music by: The Shields of Montgomery 7:00pm Keynote Presenter: Mr. Mark Geist 8:00pm End of program Emcee: Mr. Bruce Lohr Production: Darren Heater A special thank you to Ashley Lohr for the design and content of the “Tribute to Heroes” program
- 4. Supporting Partners of On the INLETS and the Tribute to Heroes program. We thank them for supporting us to support you…
- 6. Continuing in 2017, American Military University (AMU) will be hosting 1-hour webinars without cost to help law enforcement officers* stay current on topics covering: • DarkNet Awareness • DarkNet Investigations/Operations • Digital Currency Awareness • Social Media/Apps Part 5 • UAV/Drone Operations for Law Enforcement • UAV/Drone Counter Measures • Social Media Monitoring during Civil Disturbance • Islamic Radicalization • Domestic and International Kidnapping Investigations • Drug Smuggling Tactics and Money Laundering (Digital Currency) Webinar attendees may receive a 5% tuition grant for degree and certificate courses at AMU. TO REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR SERIES VISIT INPUBLICSAFETY.COM/WEBINAR OR CONTACT INSTRUCTOR JIM DEATER AT JDEATER@APUS.EDU. LAW ENFORCEMENT WEBINAR SERIES 2017CERTIFIED IN-SERVICE TRAINING WITHOUT COST AMU is part of the accredited American Public University System and certified to operate by SCHEV. *The webinars include law enforcement-sensitive information; therefore all registrants will undergo a verification process to ensure they are current law enforcement officers, analysts, or law enforcement support personnel.
- 7. The On The INLETS: Above & Beyond Award The Above & Beyond Award provides an opportunity to recognize those who have significantly contributed to the mission of the law enforcement. The intended purpose is to highlight individuals whose contributions have made a positive impact, contributions which tend to go unnoticed or unrecognized each day in our profession by outsiders. In bringing those individuals recognition for their contributions, we share in showing appreciation of their selfless acts. The general public has a great amount of respect for those in law enforcement and the First Response Community. And there are many ways they demonstrate that appreciation. Yet they seldom see the day in and day out heroics that occurs across each community, neighborhood, school, park, city, or state. And as law enforcement, we seldom have time to sit back and reflect on the good that we do because there is always more to be done. One way we, as law enforcement, can bring recognition to these worthy colleagues is through peer nominated awards. Tonight we recognize individuals who come from a variety of backgrounds yet at their core they all possess the same selfless attributes. In our line of work often is uttered, “See something, Say something.” The individuals honored tonight also Did Something.
- 8. Jeff Hughes Officer, Montgomery County Police Department On August 10, 2016 a horrendous explosion tore through the Flower Branch Apartments in Silver Spring, Maryland. The explosion, which would later be determined as caused by a natural gas leak, shook homes a mile away and collapsed apartment building walls and Hloors. Four Hloors of apartments were reduced to rubble. Off-duty Montgomery County Police OfHicer Jeff Hughes was working at the apartment complex. Quickly jumping to action with little regard for his own well being, OfHicer Hughes ran into the rubble and removed a family out of harm's way. OfHicer Hughes would eventually save the lives of more than 100 persons as well as pull Hire alarms throughout the complex to alert emergency services. Seven persons were killed in this explosion, dozens injured. If not for the heroic action taken by OfHicer Hughes this tragic event would have been an even greater tragedy. For his actions OfHicer Hughes was awarded the Montgomery County Police Department's highest award, the Medal of Valor. OfHicer Jeff Hughes is more than deserving of INLETS Above and Beyond Award. On the INLETS: Above & Beyond the Recipients
- 9. Howard County Communications Team On June 30, 2016 at 7:22 PM a Hlash Hlood warning was issued for Howard County, Maryland. Within eight minutes of that warning storms hit Howard County with a heavy concentration in historic Ellicott City. During the next few hours, more than six inches of rain would fall in Ellicott City causing water to rise at records speeds and creating catastrophic Hlooding in the historic district. For the 17 call takers and dispatchers, their responses and actions were critical. Numerous citizens were trapped in buildings and vehicles. As one would imagine, 911 calls for service began pouring in to the Howard County Communications Section. The actions of the call takers and dispatchers were described as calm, compassionate, and professional. 1,043 calls were handled by these 17 individuals in a six hour period. Working tirelessly, they provided instruction and direction to those individuals in need, as well as directing Hirst responders to emergency scenes. The actions of these seventeen individuals saved countless lives and for this they were commended by the Howard County Police Department. The 17 members of Howard County Communications team went Above & Beyond in their service to their community: Senior Dispatcher Larry Mindel DFC Patricia Geiman DFC Nicole McCormick DFC Joi Clark Dispatcher Charles Costolo DFC Amber Beck DFC Amber DeBow DFC Sheila Kramer DFC Meghan Blizzard DFC Leslie Jenkins DFC Brian Scherer DFC Shawn Simmonds DFC Kristi Staley DFC Charles Cox Dispatcher Patrick Livesay DFC Jessie Vollmerhausen Dispatcher Sarah Neal
- 10. I Never Dreamed It Would Be Me I never dreamed it would be me, My name for all eternity. Recorded here at this hallowed place, Alas my name, no more my face. “In the line of duty,” I hear them say; My family now the price will pay. My folded flag stained with their tears, We only had those few short years. The badge no longer on my chest, I sleep now in eternal rest My sword I pass to those behind, And pray they keep this thought in mind. I never dreamed it would be me, And with heavy heart and bended knee; I ask for all here from the past, Dear God, let my name be the last. - Sgt. George Hahn, LAPD
- 12. My Brother Although I never met him, I knew him. He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference. He was immensely proud of the uniform, the badge and what they represent. He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm. He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary. He was competent, trained, and professional. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became frustrated when true justice became sidetracked. He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he never wavered. He stood by and for his fellow officers. He was a cop. Although I never met him I knew him. He longed for his family during the long hours. He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely weekends, holidays, and midnights when they were apart. He felt guilty about the most time, but knew his calling and prayed they would understand. He was a cop. Although I never met him, I knew him. He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father. He was dedicated tot the profession and cared about the people he served. He wanted to do the best job that he could and strive to be the best he could be. He was a good citizen and a good neighbor. He was a cop. Yes, I did know him. He was cop. He was my brother. - Anonymous
- 13. You may have noticed the small table set for one that is off on its own - it is reserved to honor our fallen Heroes. This symbolizes that they are with us, here in spirit. We should never forget the brave men and women who answered our nation's call to serve and served the cause of freedom in a special way. We are ever mindful that the sweetness of enduring peace has always been tainted by the bitterness of personal sacrifice. We are compelled to never forget that while we enjoy our daily pleasures, there are others who have endured the agonies of pain, deprivation and death. • The Table, with its place setting, is a way of symbolizing the fact that members of our profession are missing from this event. • The table is set for one, though the number is many. • The Chair is empty. They can no longer join us. • The Tablecloth is white - symbolizing the purity of their intentions to serve their communities. • The Candle is lit - symbolizing their spirit to serve. • The Glass is inverted - they cannot drink nor toast with us this day. • A slice of Lemon is on the bread plate to remind us of their bitter fate. • The single Red Rose displayed in the vase is to remind us of their families and loved ones. • The Salt upon the plate is symbolic of their tears. • The Blue Ribbon tied so prominently on the vase reminds us of the "Thin Blue Line" which stands strong before those who would destroy law and order in our great nation. Many of us served with these peace officers and called them "partner". We relied upon them; depended upon their might, and their aid. We called them "Brothers." We called them "Sisters." They watch over us still ~~ and we Honor them today Let us remember - and never forget their sacrifice. May they and their families ever be watched over and protected. Table for Fallen Heroes
- 14. Mark “Oz” Geist is a member of the Annex Security Team that fought the Battle of Benghazi, Libya, from September 11 to September 12, 2012. A Colorado native, Mr. Geist joined the United States Marine Corps in 1984. During his time in the service, he served in Barracks Duty in the Philippines, then with the 2nd Battalion 9th Marines Golf Company, as well as the Surveillance and Target Acquisition Platoon. He then was chosen to serve in the newly formed Marine Cadre program as an Anti-/Counter- Terrorism Instructor. Upon the completion of a very successful tour and re-enlistment, Mr. Geist changed his military occupational specialty to the Intelligence field, specializing in Interrogation Translation. He attended language school where he studied Persian Farsi. Mark “Oz” Geist
- 15. After serving 12 years in the United States Marine Corps, Mr. Geist became a Deputy Sheriff in Teller County, Colorado. In that role, he was assigned as liaison with the Vice Narcotics and Intelligence Unit in Colorado Springs, Colorado, as well as an Investigator for Crimes against Children. Certified as a Forensic Interviewer of children, he investigated numerous case of abuse in which he helped to secure convictions of the perpetrators. He then took a job as Chief of Police in Fowler, Colorado. After leaving the Fowler Police Department, Mr. Geist began his own business in private investigations as well as bounty hunting and bail bonds. In 2004, Mr. Geist began doing contract security work in Iraq. He worked for Triple Canopy, providing Personal Security Details for Department of State personnel in Baquba, Iraq. Upon the completion of that contract he worked for USIS, the United States Investigative Services, training Iraqi SWAT teams and Personal Security Details. He also served as a mentor/advisor to the Personal Security Detail of Dr. Ayad Allawi, the former Prime Minister of Iraq. Mr. Geist finished his career as a security contractor in Benghazi, Libya, where he was credited with helping to save the lives of more than 25 Americans. Mr. Geist is still recovering from the injuries he sustained in the battle. He is a co-author of the bestselling book “13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi.”
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