Collaborative School Security, with Christopher Furlong of Cranbrook Educational Community

When a crisis hits an educational institution, we aren't measuring response times in minutes—we are measuring them in seconds. In this episode of Security Heroes, we sit down with Lori Alhadeff, a Broward County School Board Member and the founder of Make Our Schools Safe. Following the heartbreaking loss of her daughter, Alyssa, in the Parkland tragedy, Lori chose to turn unimaginable grief into a national security movement. Lori shares her relentless journey to pass Alyssa’s Law, a critical piece of legislation mandating silent panic technology in classrooms across the country. We dive deep into the stark reality of modern school security infrastructure, the necessity of cutting out the middleman in emergency communication, and what it truly means to lead with purpose when the stakes are survival. "The faster we can get help on the scene, the more lives we will save." ⏱️ Tune in to hear how one mother’s resilience is building a proactive shield to protect millions of students and educators nationwide.

In this episode of Security Heroes, host Lisa Falzone sits down with Andrew Pollack, who turned the devastating loss of his daughter in the 2018 Parkland shooting into a relentless national mission. Andrew pulls back the curtain on his work with the Federal School Safety Commission and explains why the current security landscape is still leaving schools vulnerable.We discuss:The emotional spark that led to his national advocacy.Why "response time" is the most critical metric in a crisis.The gap between police capabilities and classroom realities.What it takes to build a culture of accountability in school districts. #SchoolSafety #SecurityHeroes #ParklandStrong #SchoolSecurity #PublicSafety #K12 #CrisisManagement #AndrewPollack

It Matters What You Let In. In this episode of Security Heroes, we sit down with Raymond Martinez, CHPA, a seasoned security leader with over 20 years of experience protecting high-stakes healthcare environments. For years, the industry has been sold "the next best thing since sliced bread"—security systems that promise total protection but fail to catch the "small edge" items that pose the biggest risks. Raymond pulls back the curtain on why these legacy failures are more than just technical glitches—they are a direct hit to a Security Director's professional credibility. We dive into: The "Sliced Bread" Trap: Why flashy marketing doesn't equal real-world safety.

In this episode of Security Heroes, host Lisa Falzone is joined by Jason Stoddard, Director of Safety for Charles County Public Schools. Jason previously spent two decades as a police officer in the Charles County Sheriff's Office, and is the current President of the National Council of School Safety Directors.Join them as they: * Emphasize the distinction between mass shootings and community-based violence* Address the value and limitations of behavioral threat assessments* Enumerate the reasons why K-12 school shootings have fallen even as higher ed shootings have risen* Explore the various types of security technology and differences in implementation* Discuss the importance of managing public expectations for security technology* Explain why school security directors should be the ones on camera talking about securityAnd much more!

In this episode of Security Heroes, host Lisa Falzone is joined by security assessment expert Travis Forrester. Travis was formerly Director of Security at Greenville County Schools, and is now Director of Security Assessments at ArmoredOne and serves on the Board of the National Council of School Safety Directors.Join them as they: * Explore various school hardening options like impact-resistant bollards* Address the importance of active shooter training* Lay out the key elements of having a plan, practicing, and ensuring staff follow policy* Stress the benefits of partnering with local law enforcement* Discuss the balance between making schools secure without making them like prisons* Explain the difference between Safety film and certified Active Shooter film* Reiterate the importance of having a dedicated school security directorAnd much more!