IAHSS hosts the 58th Annual Conference & Exhibition April 13-15, 2026 at the New Orleans Marriott (Canal Street) and
virtually.
Register to attend in-person in New Orleans, LA or register to attend virtually - creating one unified audience.
2026 Registration rates (in USD):
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Full in-person attendee registration includes the Monday Evening Exhibit Hall Reception, Member Appreciation Party (plus one adult) AND the Tuesday IAHSS Foundation Celebration and Honors Gala.
Conference Location:
New Orleans Marriott (Canal Street) 555 Canal St New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Click HERE to Book Directly with New Orleans Marriott at the prevailing rates offered
- Phone (Call-In):
(504) 581-1000
- Room Rates:
$279.00 +
tax
- Book By:
March 19, 2026 (rate based on availability)
- Deposit Policy:
All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card.
- New Orleans Marriott (Canal Street) Cancellation Policy:
The cancellation deadline is 72 hours prior to arrival, otherwise one night's room/tax will be charged.
Early departures are subject to one night’s penalty.
Reservation Limit:
Please note there is a maximum of one (1) reservation per name and/or e-mail address. ***If more than one room is reserved using the same name and/or e-mail address, all other reservations
may be cancelled.
New Orleans Marriott Hotels Firearms Policy:
Louisiana permits open carry of firearms, including within our meeting spaces. Guests may carry at their discretion. When not actively carrying, firearms must be secured in a vehicle or the in-room safe. Rooms with unsecured firearms will not be serviced until the weapon is properly stored.
CHPA/CE Hours Earned: 15
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| Please select any sessions you wish to attend |
| Sun, April 12, 2026 | Starts | Ends |
| Mon. April 13, 2026 | Starts | Ends |
| Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | Starts | Ends |
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* Breakout 1: From Reactive Response to Predictive Protection: Transforming Healthcare Security Through Connected Intelligence Presenter: Peter Camacho
| | 7:00 AM | 8:00 AM | |
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Breakout 2: An Industry-Leading Security Operations Center - From Conception to Go-Live Presenter: Josh Adler
| | 7:00 AM | 8:00 AM | |
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Breakout 3 - Express Learning: Courage Under Fire: A Case Study with Lessons Learned from an Unarmed Response to a Hospital Shooter Presenter: Kimberly Urbanek, Barney McGrane
| | 7:00 AM | 7:30 AM | |
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Breakout 4 - Express Learning: Developing Threat Assessment and Management Programs: Special Considerations for Healthcare Facilities Presenter: Rachel Meints
| | 7:30 AM | 8:00 AM | |
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*Breakout 1: TJC Presenter: TBD
| | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM | |
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Breakout 2: DNV Presenter: TBD
| | 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM | |
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Breakout 3 - Express Learning: Securing the Frontline: Proactive, Data-Driven Solutions to Reduce Risk and Prevent Violence Presenter: Kapil Asher, Mike Cummings, Keith Pratt, Heath Williams
| | 9:00 AM | 9:30 AM | |
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Breakout 4 - Express Learning: Data Storytelling to C-Suite and Other Leaders Who May Not Understand Security Presenter: Bou Gazley
| | 9:30 AM | 10:00 AM | |
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* Breakout 1: Introduction to the Relational Security Model Presenter: Jeff Young, Chris Charters, Kailey Miller, Trevor Speed, Andrew Pattison
| | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | |
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Breakout 2: Hospital Emergency Management Drills: More Than Checking the Box! Presenter: Josh Norris, Ryan Clarke
| | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | |
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Breakout 3 - Express Learning: Updates on the Crime Survey & Benchmark Dashboard (Formerly referred to as the Data Warehouse) Presenter: Scott MacMillan & TBD
| | 10:00 AM | 10:30 AM | |
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Breakout 4 - Express Learning: Transforming Your Unarmed Security Department to an Armed Security Department Presenter: Michael Lauer, Elijah Thompson
| | 10:30 AM | 11:00 AM | |
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* Breakout 1: Criminological Analysis of Pre-Attack Behavior in Healthcare Settings Presenter: LaSheria Bush
| | 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM | |
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Breakout 2: Beyond the Battlefield: Crisis Response for Veterans Presenter: William Robinson, Heather Robinson
| | 11:30 AM | 12:30 PM | |
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Breakout 3 - Express Learning: Balancing Security and Safety in a Pandemic: Lessons from Pakistan’s Polio Emergency Operations Centers Presenter: Hasan Rizvi, Muhammad Ahmad Raza
| | 11:30 AM | 12:00 PM | |
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Breakout 4 - Express Learning: Partnering for Safety: Clinical and Security Collaboration in the Safety Response Team Model Presenter: Casie Sultana, David Kiddle
| | 12:00 PM | 12:30 PM | |
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*Breakout 1: Workplace Violence Mitigation for our 167,000+ Teammates Presenter: Julie Rabinowitz, Veronica Hughes, Jason Stopyra
| | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | |
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Breakout 2: The Silent Predator: Safeguarding Against Insider Threats in Healthcare Presenter: Laura Smith, Carl Morgan
| | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | |
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Breakout 3 - Express Learning: Litigation's Influence on the Current Threat Environment and Future Healthcare Security Landscape Presenter: William Marcisz, Paul Sarnese
| | 3:00 PM | 3:30 PM | |
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Breakout 4 - Express Learning: From Certified to Distinguished: Elevating Healthcare Security through CHPA and the IAHSS Program of Distinction Presenter: David Moitzheim
| | 3:30 PM | 4:00 PM | |
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* Breakout 1 : Invisible Wounds: Traumatic Brain Injury and Managing Patient Aggression Presenter: Sarah-Marie Baumgartner
| | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM | |
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Breakout 2: Hospital Controlled Substance Diversion Case Studies: Cautionary Tales Presenter: Larry Houck
| | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM | |
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Breakout 3 - Express Learning: From Grants to Growth: Funding the Future of Healthcare Security Presenter: Andrew Novotny
| | 4:00 PM | 4:30 PM | |
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Breakout 4 - Express Learning: Playing to Prepare: Conducting a Gamified Incident Response Exercise Presenter: Lisa Terry
| | 4:30 PM | 5:00 PM | |
| Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | Starts | Ends |
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