This forum will bring together a variety of stakeholders in the business, healthcare, entertainment, transportation, and higher education sectors to explore the complexities of drone usage in sensitive environments. Industry leaders will discuss key security challenges, legal regulations, and emerging technologies shaping drone deployment in critical infrastructure both locally and nationwide.
A key focus will be to explore benchmark programs and procedures from security professionals utilizing drones to enhance and optimize your security practices.
Attendees will gain valuable insights on mitigating risks, ensuring compliance, and leveraging drones for operational efficiency and safety.
Schedule
8:00–8:45 am Breakfast and registration
8:45–11:30 am Program
11:30 am–12:00 pm Networking and closing
Agenda
Join Jeanne Benincasa Thorpe, Director of National Security and Resiliency, Nixon Peabody LLP, Joe Maher, Partner, Nixon Peabody LLP, and Ben Baron, Security Director, Unmanned Robotics Systems Analysis (URSA) as your hosts, along with a group of industry experts, as they share their insights and experience.
Don't miss this opportunity to hear from leading professionals in the field. Here's what's coming up on the agenda:
- CISA’s Role in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Risk Management and Compliance – T.J. Swenson, Protective Security Advisor, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- Understanding UAS Detection Technology
- Navigating Public Safety: UAS Regulations and Their Impact on Critical Infrastructure – Hank Shaw, Chief Security Officer, Massport, Joe Maher, Partner, Nixon Peabody LLP, and members of the Massachusetts State Police
- Drone Threats from the Ukrainian Battlefield – Preston Stewart, United States Army Reserve, National Security Content Creator
- The Future of Drone Security: Emerging Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges for Private Sector Security Professionals to protect their venue – Joe Flores, CEO, UnRavl
- Case Study: Lessons Learned in New Jersey