NCS4 hosting 2024 Safety and Security Forum

HATTIESBURG, Miss. – The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) will host the 2024 National Professional Sports and Entertainment Safety and Security Forum at the University of Notre Dame.

On Feb. 20-21 participants will join their peers to address the key safety and security challenges facing the professional sports and entertainment industry and to share best practices for continuous improvement.

“The National Professional Sports and Entertainment Safety and Security Forum provides ongoing education, networking, and access to industry-leading technologies,” said Billy Langenstein, senior director of security services for the National Football League (NFL). “Attending the forum presents opportunities for timely and relevant topics to what industry professionals are concerned about, and the technology vendors match those needs. Top-notch speakers, high-quality education, training collaboration, and ample networking time with peers make this forum a must-attend event."

Attendees of the forum will hear from experienced professionals and experts on sports betting, drone operations, illicit drug usage at events, lessons learned from recent events, the human factor in security, and the impact of social media influencers. Some of the moderated discussion topics include access and functional needs, emergency communications, and perimeter security.

“We are excited to bring this group together again in person for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Emerging threats, business challenges, and industry standards will be discussed to ensure continuous improvement,” said Dr. Stacey A. Hall, NCS4 executive director and professor of sport management.

More information is available online here.