In this episode of Security Heroes, host Lisa Falzone is joined by Cranbrook Educational Community's Director of Security Christopher Furlong. Christopher was previously a police officer with the Chicago Police Department and Bloomfield Hills Public Safety, and is currently Chair of Development for the National Council of School Safety Directors.Join them as they: * Explain why community buy-in is essential for successful security* Share Cranbrook's success with Behavioral Threat Assessment Management* Address the "pathway to violence" and how to disrupt it* Explore the importance of common security terminology across schools* Lay out the reasons for a Visitor Management System* Discuss the benefits of networking with other school security directorsAnd 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!

How do you measure the success of a security program when its greatest achievement is making sure "nothing happens"?

In this episode of Security Heroes, host Lisa Falzone sits down with legendary school security expert Guy Grace to pull back the curtain on what it takes to protect modern campuses. Guy brings over 30 years of experience as the former Director of Security for Littleton Public Schools and currently serves as the Vice Chairman of the Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS).

From preventing planned explosive attacks through communication to managing the chaos of active shooter incidents, Guy shares the "boots-on-the-ground" reality of school safety. We dive deep into why security isn't just a 9-to-5 job—it’s a 24/7/365 commitment to the community.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The Power of Layered Security: Why a single solution is never enough and how integrated tech saves lives.

• The "Invisible" Win: Why the most successful security stories never make the news (and how to replicate them).

• Schools as Community Hubs: Addressing the security challenges of campuses that never truly close.

• Averted Lessons: A firsthand look at preventing a planned school bombing through proactive intelligence.

• The Pilot Program Blueprint: How to effectively evaluate and roll out new safety technology without wasting resources.

Whether you are a school administrator, a security professional, or a concerned parent, this episode offers a masterclass in shifting from a reactive "wait-and-see" mindset to a proactive culture of safety.