Bank Security Conference

A fast-moving and entertaining program designed to improve your observation or situational awareness and to make employees more aware of their surroundings. This is an awareness session to improve your observation skills. What you see is not always what your brain tells you that you see. You will get a better understanding of ways to improve your crime prevention efforts by absorbing and interpreting what’s going on around you and why differences in opinions and descriptions can occur from several observers after all have seen the same incident. Situational awareness is a developed skill and a major part of crime prevention improvement. You will also get an understanding of why differences in opinions and descriptions can occur from several observers after all have seen the same incident. Suggestions will also be given on how to improve your ability to remember things and events.

Takeaways

• Enhanced Observation Skills: Develop sharper observation skills to improve situational awareness and better understand your surroundings.
• Improved Crime Prevention: Learn effective techniques to absorb and interpret environmental cues, enhancing your efforts in crime prevention.
• Understanding Perception Differences: Gain insight into why different observers may have varying opinions and descriptions of the same incident and how to account for these differences.
• Memory Improvement Techniques: Receive practical suggestions on how to enhance your ability to remember things and events accurately, aiding in more reliable incident reporting and analysis.

BRANCH WALTON

As technology has evolved, the role of the Security Officer has evolved as well. Threats to the bank are no longer all physical. In today’s fast paced and interconnected world, many of the threats we defend against are virtual. Over the last several years, the fastest growing reason for suspicious activity reports relates to fraud, identity theft, and cyber events. In this session we will discuss best practices for identifying security events that must be referred to the Bank Secrecy Act Department and how we can coordinate our efforts to mitigate the risk of loss to our customers and institution.

Takeaways

• Identify security incidents that may require a Suspicious Activity Report
• Discuss the key pieces of information that should be included on a Suspicious Activity Report
• Learn where the emerging threats are fraud trends are
• Define a cyber event

BRIAN CROW

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In this fast-paced program, we will address the most commonly asked questions by security officers. Delve into the essential responsibilities outlined in implementing regulations mandated by various regulators such as FRS, FDIC, OCC, and specific letters for Credit Unions. Gain insights into the often-overlooked aspect of your job description – “other duties as assigned” – and how it can expand your security responsibilities.

Discover solutions to practical issues like camera placement, the necessity of monitors in break rooms, and the optimal timing for alarm activation during or after a bank robbery. Uncover the truth about commonly debated topics, such as the use of dummy cameras and the limited scope of time locks. Learn how, with experience, your role may evolve to include managing building access systems, ID badges, and the crucial aspect of building a relationship with law enforcement.

This session aims to provide answers to questions you’ve likely encountered countless times. Whether you’re new to security or a seasoned officer, this program is tailored to meet your needs. For those just starting, gain invaluable insights into the intricacies of your role. Seasoned professionals will benefit from a timely review of current security practices. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise and ensure you’re well-prepared for the challenges ahead. Join us for an engaging session that goes beyond the basics of security training!

Takeaways

• Understanding Regulatory Responsibilities: Gain a comprehensive understanding of essential responsibilities outlined by various regulators such as FRS, FDIC, OCC, and specific letters for Credit Unions, ensuring compliance and effective security management.
• Practical Solutions to Common Issues: Discover solutions to practical security issues, including optimal camera placement, the necessity of monitors in break rooms, and the best timing for alarm activation during or after a bank robbery.
• Expanded Security Responsibilities: Learn how the often-overlooked “other duties as assigned” aspect of your job description can expand your security responsibilities to include managing building access systems, ID badges, and building relationships with law enforcement.
• Debunking Security Myths: Uncover the truth about commonly debated topics such as the use of dummy cameras and the limited scope of time locks, and understand how these elements can affect your overall security strategy.

BARRY THOMPSON

‘Two Truths and a Lie’ is a fun game unless you don’t know you’re playing. You haven’t realized it, but in business, you’re playing every day…and YOU’RE LOSING.

Discover how to win the game with clients, your boss, your team, and your prospects. Protect your hard-earned profits and catch would-be fraudsters before they can take away everything you’ve worked for.

In this fast-paced session, updated since she last spoke to us, you’ll discover how to use Traci’s 9-Point Fraud Spotting System to separate the lies from the truth, so you don’t innocently step into a business, life, or reputation-destroying event.

Do you often ask yourself:

• Is that job applicant being deceptive about their experience? Will their lies cost your company countless dollars and hours of training?
• Are your vendors overpromising or inflating their prices to scam you?
• Are you willing to do prison time for someone else’s actions?
• Is your spouse truthful? Can you see the clues that an unfaithful partner leaves littered through your conversation?
• Is your child really just “spending the night at Tony’s house,” or are they going to a dangerous party with no adult supervision?
• And most importantly…did your kids eat those donuts you left on the counter? Or did the dog?

Takeaways

• Nine telltale signs that a person is lying
• How to quickly uncover the truth
• How to keep nefarious people from making you a victim

TRACI BROWN