INLETS 2022: In-person, In-Depth, Online, & Livestream

Throughout 2022, INLETS will provide a full array of training opportunities.
INLETS, like the acronym suggests, connects larger agencies with smaller ones.  As the ocean connects with streams, rivers, and large bays through an inlet, INLETS connects larger agencies with smaller ones of various sizes, making them each more effective.
In 2022, INLETS looks forward to brining you a variety of training opportunities: In-person, Online, and Livestream.  All based on violent crimes and terrorism.
From wherever you travel, from whichever community you serve, and how ever you join us, we look forward to seeing you, On The INLETS!

The Mid-Atlantic INLETS: Violent Crimes & Terrorism Trends
June 20-24th, 2022   |   Annapolis, MD

REGISTER HERE for the 11th annual Mid-Atlantic INLETS

Back in historic Annapolis where it all began.  The early summer, annual seminar is the original INLETS offering bringing in the experienced investigators and subject matter experts on the most relevant topics facing law enforcement today.

Presenters from NY to LA, from DC to Dallas, provide case studies, workshops, and breakouts giving attendees a look at violent crime and terrorism cases, investigative tools, and case studies.

The Tribute to Heroes evening program

The three-part evening program brings the attendees for liaison providing awards to recognize worthy peers, a remembrance for fallen officers, and a keynote address by Mark “Oz” Geist, who will share his personal account of Benghazi and the 13 hours of Benghazi.

Mark “Oz” Geist shares powerful life and leadership lessons utilizing the facts portrayed in the NYT’s best-selling book and movie, “13 Hours”. Engaged in a firefight and out-manned, Mark and his team bravely battled all night for the safety of those they had been tasked to protect. Through teamwork and execution, Mark and others rebuffed multiple attacks and sustained many lives. Badly wounded and facing a final assault, Mark demanded of himself “get up or die”. This choice required selfless service to the team and, ultimately, assisted in saving many lives.

The Enrichment Visit: The International Spy museum

Every nation considers intelligence essential to its national security. The Museum lifts the veil of secrecy on the hidden world of intelligence, exploring its successes and failures, challenges, and controversies.  Its mission is to educate the public about espionage and intelligence in an engaging way. It provides a context for understanding the important role intelligence has played in history and continues to play today. The Enrichment Visit is included in registration.

Thanks for joining us at:
INLETS In-Depth: The Homicide Investigators Course
April in Orlando, FL

Presenters from NYPD, LAPD, and the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit and Evidence Response Team lead this four-day course with other Subject Matter Experts.

The agenda progresses from the crime scene through investigative tools and techniques, working with Medical Examiners and the prosecution team. Attendees will glean insights from defense attorneys, and the agenda culminates with a victim’s family member sharing their experience from the initial death notification to beyond sentencing.

Case studies, investigative concepts and techniques, and the shared experience of professionals from all aspects of a homicide investigation come together to create a holistic agenda for maximized learning.

INLETS Online:

The Season 3 webinar series brings us some new and familiar voices.  Continuing with their series, Tom O’Connor addresses Domestic Terrorism, Extremist and Hate Groups while Gene Deisinger continues to bring perspectives on pre-indicators of  violent offenders.

New to the INLETS microphone but familiar to our stage, presenters from New Scotland Yard share on leading international terrorism cases and the social media experts from Footprints lead us in open source and “people finder” data mining.

Registration is free but required and will open in Mid-March.

The episodes air live at 2:00pm EST on the last Thursday of the month.

INLETS’ Violent Crime & Terrorism Trends 5-day  Seminar

– The 11th annual Mid-Atlantic INLETS: Annapolis, MD

Details coming soon!   Join us June 20-24 for a great week in the DMV.

– The 3rd Gulf Coast INLETS: New Orleans, LA

Details coming soon!  Join us October 17-21 for a great week in the Big Easy.

INLETS Livestream

Considered TED Talks for law enforcement, the annual livestream event closes out the INLETS year.  Bringing in a live audience and streaming for those across the country, the two-hour program connects us together one last time for the calendar year.  Details coming soon.

Thanks for joining us throughout 2021!

The INLETS team enjoyed bringing you the most relevant training by the most experienced investigators and experts this year.

Back live and in-person, INLETS was one of the first law enforcement trainings hosted live post-Covid.  The 10th Mid-Atlantic Violent Crimes & Terrorism Trends brought together

The 10th annual:Mid-Atlantic INLETS: Violent Crimes & Terrorism Trends – June

One hundred seventy-five attendees from over 80 agencies across 15 states joined us for the 10th annual event, where it all began in the friendly confines of historic Annapolis.  Lead investigators shared the lessons learned from the most devastating violent crime cases.

In this INLETS’ milestone year, Monday was focused on resiliency, understanding, and overcoming with featured presenter Greg Stube and Pastor Ed Kelley, the INLETS Chaplain.

Stube, US Army (ret.) shared his personal story of overcoming grave circumstance, his journey through recovery, and his outlook with life lessons from the battlefield.

Reflective and humble, Stube connected with many attendees  with his unique outlook on leadership and love.  Thanks to the support of the Baltimore Chapter of the FBI Citizens Academy Alumni Association.  

Not Billy Graham.  Not Frasier Crane.  Attendees can always find Pastor Ed in the registration area offering Coffee & a Conversation. Discussing a good blend of coffee, or something deeper, he is always willing to listen.

This year, he kicked offed the conference with a breakfast session, Waffles & Wellness.  The 40 attendees enjoyed the bountiful breakfast while receiving a realistic and uplifting message.  Thanks to Panasonic for sponsoring this event.

Monday’s Tribute to Heroes Program… the key elements:

Keynote Rob O’Neill

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the attacks on 9/11.  2021 also marks the 10th anniversary of the Raid on Abbottabad leading to the death of bin Laden.

Tribute to Heroes, the popular evening event of the INLETS’ weeklong program, featured Rob O’Neill, US Navy (ret.), leader, SEAL Team 6, and the operator who killed Usama bin Laden.  He shared his story and was gracious in a meet & greet with book signing,

Above & Beyond awards

Each year, peer-nominated recipients are recognized for going above and beyond.  Linda Austin led a grass roots movement in feeding hundreds of families for months during the Covid-19 pandemic.  Brian Hunt, Natural Resources Police, conducted a night-time rescue of a man who was trapped in a sinking boat and running out of air.  David Wagoner, Maryland State Police, responded to a vehicle accident, climbed into the burning vehicle to free and extract the driver who was, at the time, on fire.

Fallen Officers Tribute:

We remember those Fallen Officers since we were last together. Due to the pandemic restrictions, it had been two years since our last gathering.  In that time, 601 officers have died in the line of duty.  This memorial wall was created to honor the memory of those who gave their last full measure.

For more on the tribute, click the photo

Enrichment Visit:

Ft. McHenry National Park

The Wednesday afternoon visit took us to Ft. McHenry, Baltimore’s Star Fort, the first place where Americans defeated the British and the birthplace of our National Anthem. The NPS Ranger gave an impassioned, historical account leading Francis Scott Key to pen the Star-Spangled Banner when first seeing the 15 stars over red striped flag flying in the early morning dawn.

INLETS Online’s LIVE STREAM: October

In-person and live-streamed on the INLETS Youtube channel, Amy Herman, a lawyer and art historian, used works of art to focus observation and communication skills.  She has also presented to the NYPD, the FBI, the French National Police, the Department of Defense and Intelligence agencies.

HOMICIDE INVESTIAGTORS COURSE: September

This five-day course was taught by leading authorities with extensive experience, including: NYPD, LAPD, FBI BAU, FBI ERT, Medical Examiners, homicide prosecutors, social media experts, and high powered defense attorneys.

Providing unique perspectives, the course mentored attendees to better examine crime scenes, exploit evidence, and the use of investigative techniques to further cases.  Attendees heard from prosecutors and medical examiners on their roles, expectations, and collaborative benefits. And from experienced defense attorneys on how they defend their clients and a victim’s family on the delicate importance of the relationship with investigators.

INLETS Online, Season 2 – Spring and Summer 2021

The webinar series on violent crimes and terrorism themes.  Powered by University of Maryland Global Campus, the regular cadre of INLETS Subject Matter Experts led us on this virtual platform with today’s relevant topics.

Reaching 4,000 attendees from 45 states since Summer 2020, Certificates of attendance are provided and the cost is free.

“INLETS webinars have an abundance of valuable information, historical, and current data presented by highly experienced individuals. A great way to reach individuals across the globe, and fosters a learning environment that enables individuals to think outside their geographic areas of responsibilities. Highly recommend these courses.”

Our Sustaining Partner:Our Cornerstone Sponsors:

As a Regional Cornerstone Partner, the mission of Mission: After traveling this great country in search of the nation’s best BBQ, they felt inspired to bring this great food home. Especially for those who protect us all, the hard-workers who get it done every day, the home teams we cheer for, and of course, family and friends. Their mission is to serve you the most authentic, mouth-watering all-American food that’s done right.

Law Enforcement Partners

Maryland Coordination & Analysis Center

Central Forida Intelligence eXchange

Maryland Transportation Authority PD

Private Sector Partners

Black Rifle Coffee

MF&E Forensic Investigative Services

Maryland Crime Prevention Association

We will see you next time, On The INLETS!

Started in 2011, the program has welcomed over 6,000 attendees from 38 states.  Offered in five-day programs on violent crime and terrorism trends and one-day programs on various and specific themes, many call it the best training in their careers. The average five-day program welcomes of 225 attendees from 100 agencies across 20 states, while over 100 attendees from 40 agencies travel from five states for the one-day format.

The five-day program provides General Sessions, Focused Seminars, and Workshops providing attendees instruction on current topics through case studies and cutting edge technology, including Virtual Reality.  Certified for law enforcement in-service and organization continuing education units, the week-long event includes student aids, an Enrichment Visit, and the highly regarded evening program, A Tribute to Heroes.

“A Day on the INLETS” are full day seminars on a focused topic providing case studies, instruction, and resources, including continental breakfast and lunch. Held in various locations across the Mid-Atlantic, the “Day” format provides diversity of relevant topics at various locations minimizing attendee travel.

Open to Law Enforcement, Defense and Intel Entities, and industry professionals.