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2020 Concealed Carry Expo. Presented by USCCA


SEPT. 8-10, 2023 | MILWAUKEE, WI
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PLEASE REGISTER ON-SITE AT THE GENERAL ADMISSION DESK.
All Concealed Firearms Are Welcome

THE #1 DESTINATION FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO RESPONSIBLY PROTECT
The USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Expo is a three-day consumer show dedicated to opening the world of protection to empowered Americans who want to be prepared as their families' first lines of defense. Here’s a first look at what you can expect:

Experience safe and practical seminars and courses on a variety of topics with trusted subject matter experts.

Try out new guns and sharpen your shooting skills at the FREE live-fire range.

Test out female-specific carry options and products in the Women’s Concealed Carry Showroom.

Explore hundreds of products like guns, holsters, knives and more from industry-leading vendors.
get your limited edition 20th anniversary collection box for $35.00 when you register

Limited Edition 20th Anniversary Collection Box
All Concealed Firearms Are Welcome
Exhibit Hall Dates & Hours
Location: Baird Center | Milwaukee, WI
Day 1
September 8, 2023
2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Day 2
September 9, 2023
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Day 3
September 10, 2023
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Please Note: Exhibit hall hours are different from seminar hours.
Day 1 - The USCCA Presents
Proving Ground Live
Friday Only! 7:00-8:30PM
Experience training as real as possible to prepare YOU for the unthinkable…
Experience training as real as possible to prepare
YOU for the unthinkable…
- Three LIVE self-defense scenarios
- Meet some of the industry’s best
- Complimentary snacks & beverages
- VIP members receive a special gift
YOUR CONCEALED CARRY EXPO AGENDA
Learn From The Best Minds In Self-Defense & Train Side By Side With Industry Experts…
Limited seating: Pre-register now to secure your spot at our industry-leading training courses and seminars.
Main Seminar Room Schedule
Seminars begin at 9:00 AM daily
Please note: Some seminars may be earlier than exhibit hall hours. Paid courses require registration.

Dave Young
Handgun Protection & Retention: Keeping Your Firearm in YOUR Control
Dave Young
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Led by self-defense expert Dave Young, this hands-on course will guide you through various drills and exercises to prepare you for some of the most common deadly force scenarios you may encounter when carrying concealed.
Topics covered include: situational awareness, the 10/5/2-foot rule, understanding the five basic safety indicators, how to manage distance and control positioning, strategies for shielding your firearm, escalation options when everything else fails and much more. Get the skills and knowledge to carry with confidence, train better and survive a deadly encounter.
About the speaker:
Dave Young is a nationally recognized defensive tactics instructor with a 30-year history in military and civilian law enforcement. As the founder and director of ARMA Training and U.S. Fighting Systems, Dave has dedicated his life to defensive training instruction. Specializing in personal and officer survival, crowd management, and non-lethal weaponry, he has been featured on the National Geographic channel and sits on the boards of PoliceOne.com and Police Magazine.
Dave is an active member of several organizations, including the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA), National Rifle Association (NRA) and Georgia International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (GALEFI).
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom D
paid course

Donna Anthony
Intruder Awareness & Church Security Reality-Based Training 2 in 1
Donna Anthony
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This hands-on class consists of two distinct 1.5-hour reality-based training sessions that will help students sharpen their gun-handling skills in a variety of simulated, real-world situations. Course sessions will cover firearms handling, proper tactical movement, appropriate decision-making, a shooting simulator and force-on-force training using T4E-converted handguns that employ non-lethal marking rounds. These converted handguns allow scenario participants to safely fight “attackers” in lethal-force scenarios, followed by a debriefing and assessment of the drill. Participants will be able to determine what works and what doesn't when it comes to their equipment, decision-making capabilities and levels of training. The session is considered to be the highest level of evaluation and application of skills available without having to engage in a real fight.
*NOTE: All attendees are required to bring gloves and long sleeves/hooded sweatshirts. No weapons of any kind are allowed in this course. Attendees are subject to a weapons check before class and will have access to storage units if necessary.
About the speaker:
Donna Anthony has more than 20 years of experience in security and law enforcement. She has served as a sworn police officer in Alaska, an undercover investigator for the Alaska State Trooper Statewide Drug Task Force Unit and an Ohio deputy sheriff. She has collaborated with such federal law enforcement agencies as the U.S. Marshals, DEA, ATF and FBI.
After retiring from the Palmer Police Department, Donna founded the Alaska Investigation Agency, LLC in 2012, and is the owner of Point Blank Firearms & Self Defense Training, LLC. Her passion for self-defense drove her to become a member of the National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association. She is also the national training coordinator for The Well Armed Woman (TWAW), a non-profit organization that educates, equips and empowers women shooters.
Donna has extensive law enforcement training, from hostage negotiation to tactical operations planning, including Rapid Response to an Active Shooter, Undercover Techniques and Anti-Terrorism Training.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom B
paid course

Beth Alcazar
Women’s Introduction To Handguns
Beth Alcazar
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“Women's Intro. to Handguns” is designed by women for women as a welcoming and engaging learning environment for new shooters, especially those who are brand new to firearms (and maybe have never even picked up or used a gun before). This course is ideal for demystifying firearms and for helping new shooters overcome fear and uncertainty with knowledge and empowerment. All the necessary basics and fundamentals of shooting will be introduced, explained and reinforced, along with the universal safety rules, basic firearms nomenclature, basic firearms functions and reasons to train/carry.
About the speaker:
Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S101 B
paid course

Steve Fischer
Home Invasion Response
Steve Fischer
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Steve Fischer, Manager of Training for the USCCA, will be combining elements from both of the USCCA's core curriculums — Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals and Defensive Shooting Fundamentals — to help attendees gain an understanding of how to reduce the risk of experiencing a home invasion. More importantly, he will explain how to plan, prepare, practice and respond so that the odds favor the good guy instead of the bad guy.
About the speaker:
Steve Fischer started training in the Martial Arts at a young age. His hunting and range experiences with his father and grandfather led him on a lifelong journey and ignited his passion for personal defense and firearms.
While serving in the U.S. Army Reserve, Steve completed training as an Infantry Soldier, Combat Lifesaver, Master Fitness Trainer and Drill Sergeant, eventually becoming an instructor at the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant School. He competed for a number of years as a member of the 84th Division High Power Rifle Team, earning his Army Excellence in Competition Bronze Rifle Badge.
Steve’s commitment to Martial Arts led him to become a full-time Martial Arts Instructor. After 35+ years of teaching and training, he decided to retire from the profession as a Kukkiwon Certified 4th Degree Master Instructor and has since been recommended to skip test to 6th Degree in honor of his long-term commitment to passing on his knowledge.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and has had the privilege of learning from and training with a wide variety of experts, including George Harris, Steven Gilcreast, Massad Ayoob, Rob Pincus, Lew Gosnell, Eric Ingersoll, Chris Currie, Mike Hughes, Dave Young, Anthony Lambert, Deryck Poole, Barret Kendrick and Jason Speller.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S102 B
free

Michael Martin
Countering the Mass Shooter Threat
Michael Martin
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In the seminar, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, author Michael Martin reviews data gathered from more than 90 mass shootings that have occurred since Columbine to determine what can be learned from these terrible tragedies. Using that data, Martin dispels the anti-gun myths that a reduction in magazine capacity or the banning of AR-15s or any other firearm type could have prevented even a single attack or reduced the carnage. Martin goes on to analyze whether other proposals by anti-gun groups would have an effect, including universal background checks or red flag laws; and whether “gun-free zones” help or hurt. Martin summarizes this seminar with a point-by-point plan designed to eliminate the scourge of these shooters once and for all, based upon hard facts, and not emotion. If you’re ready to learn more about how to protect your house of worship, your children’s school, or your place of business, don’t miss this seminar presented by the author of the USCCA textbook, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat.
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S103 D
free

Julia Valencia
Safety Planning and Rehearsal: At Home, At Work, and In Public
Julia Valencia
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THINK SAFE, ACT SAFE, BE SAFE: This presentation will inspire you to be your safest self: protect yourself and those around you through simple planning and tactics. Learn how you can enhance your safety at work, home and out in public. We will explore mindset, awareness and how to minimize opportunity for assaults, thefts and injury.
About the speaker:
Julia Valencia is an accomplished, well-respected law enforcement officer and trainer. She is a premier Defensive Tactics and Combatives Instructor who provides training at local police agencies, the Police Academy and even to security teams outside of the U.S. Julia was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2016 for instruction in tactical training and women’s self-defense. She is the only female primary instructor for the nationally known defensive tactics training group “Arrestling” and a lead instructor for Next Level Training (SIRT). In 2018, she earned the title of “Officer of the Year.” She is currently assigned as a police Corporal with her agency and is the first female motorcycle officer there. She has also recently taken a position at West Coast Armory/Bellevue Gun Club helping citizens understand firearms and the legalities of gun ownership. Julia is passionate about personal safety, community service and family.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Room: S103 B
free

Mike “Ox” Ochsner
How to Add Real-World Context to At-Home Training
Mike “Ox” Ochsner
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Are you training to save a life with a gun or poke holes in paper? We'll discuss 6 aspects of real-world gunfights that are ignored by conventional training and how to add them to your training. When you add real-world context to training, studies show that you'll react 4X faster, you'll make better choices, and you'll be more accurate under stress.
About the speaker:
Mike "Ox" Ochsner is an NRA, Rangemaster, and Reality Based Training Association instructor, a Force Science Institute Analyst, and a master-level IDPA shooter with a subcompact. His best-selling "Real World Gunfight Training" (RealWorldGunfightTraining.com) and 20+ firearms training courses, targets, and training aids use performance neurology, accelerated learning, and real-world context to help shooters build life-saving skills that work in chaotic, high-stress situations up to 10 times faster than traditional training methods.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Room: S101 D
free

John R. Lott Jr., Ph.D.
Gun-Control Myths
John R. Lott Jr., Ph.D.
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Curious how politicians, the media and botched "studies" have twisted the facts on gun control? From myths about mass public shootings to “gun-free” zones to suicides to gun ownership rates and crime, Lott addresses the claims you frequently hear in the media and explains what simply doesn’t add up with those claims.
About the speaker:
Dr. John Lott is an economist and a world-recognized expert on guns and crime. During the Trump administration, he served as the senior advisor for research and statistics at the U.S. Department of Justice. John has held research or teaching positions at various academic institutions, including the University of Chicago, Yale University, Wharton, Stanford University, UCLA and Rice University and was the chief economist at the United States Sentencing Commission during 1988-1989. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from UCLA. Nobel laureate Milton Friedman noted: “John Lott has few equals as a perceptive analyst of controversial public policy issues.”
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Room: S102 C
free

George Harris
In the Beginning: Elements to Be Considered Before Buying a Gun & Beyond
George Harris
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This seminar will cover many of the mental, physical, legal and Practical aspects of consideration and preparation for the individuals entering into the realm of owning and carrying a firearm for personal protection, competition, as well as recreational purposes.
Chapter 1 in my Book Marksmanship Simplified covers the Simplicity of Safety and Success removing many of the roadblocks to getting started and Chapter 9 offers a variety of options that a person can pursue to expand their endeavors beyond the basics.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Room: S102 D
free

Dave Perkins
How to Find the Dot on Pistol-Mounted Optics
Dave Perkins
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The age of technology and devices to improve pistol shooting are upon us. Over the past few years, you’ve likely seen the implantation of pistol-mounted optics. Perhaps you are reluctant to transition from iron sights to a pistol-mounted optic due to the unknown or a lack of understanding of how to quickly learn to observe the dot. During this seminar, you’ll learn a few techniques that will allow you to quickly locate the dot and begin to understand the benefits at all levels.
About the speaker:
Dave Perkins has more than 25 years of experience working in law enforcement, 18 of which were spent
with SWAT, serving as a sniper, team leader and team commander. During his time in law enforcement, he served as the chief firearms and training officer for his agency and the SWAT team. He retired from full-time service as a chief deputy and operations commander and joined the SIG Sauer Academy as a full-time instructor. He has been teaching a wide variety of firearms and tactics-related
classes there for 11 years. Dave received his BA in Criminal Justice from Franklin Pierce College, his MS in Leadership from the University of New England and his Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Education from the University of Virginia. Dave is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy, Session 276, Quantico, VA
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Room: S101 C
free

Michael Martin
Book Signing with Michael Martin
Michael Martin
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Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Room: S102 B
free

Rob Chadwick
Personal Security
Rob Chadwick
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A candid discussion of the unprecedented security environment in the United States and what you can do to protect what matters most.
About the speaker:
Rob Chadwick is the director of Education & Training at the USCCA. He recently retired as the head of the Tactical Training Program for the FBI at Quantico, where he was responsible for ensuring the operational readiness and proficiency of all FBI personnel. Rob represented the United States as the keynote speaker at the International Active Shooter Preparedness Conference in Prague and authored the FBI's "Active Shooter Awareness and Preparation for Houses of Worship'' presentation after responding to the attack at Mother Emanuel AME church in Charleston. Rob served as an FBI SWAT team member, sniper team leader and tactical medic. Additionally, he served as agent in charge for Attorney General William P. Barr's protective detail.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: S102 B
free

Mike “Ox” Ochsner
See Quicker Shoot Quicker - Shoot better and have more fun, even if you have trouble shooting with both eyes open, are cross-eye dominant, or wear bifocals or trifocals.
Mike “Ox” Ochsner
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We'll talk about solutions for many of the most frustrating (and common) visual issues people have shooting with both eyes open, cross-eye dominance, or aging eyes that may not see well either near or far.
About the speaker:
Mike "Ox" Ochsner is an NRA, Rangemaster, and Reality Based Training Association instructor, a Force Science Institute Analyst, and a master-level IDPA shooter with a subcompact. His best-selling "Real World Gunfight Training" (RealWorldGunfightTraining.com) and 20+ firearms training courses, targets, and training aids use performance neurology, accelerated learning, and real-world context to help shooters build life-saving skills that work in chaotic, high-stress situations up to 10 times faster than traditional training methods.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S101 D
free

Kevin Dixie
Battling Your Bias
Kevin Dixie
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Self-defense is an incredibly important area of life to focus on. We work extremely hard to provide for and protect our families, however, when was the last time you focused on self-awareness? Have you dealt with some of your prejudices and biases? Sure, you may think you don’t have any of the aforementioned, but the simple fact of the matter is – we all do.
Without a proper understanding of yourself and how you have subconsciously blended self-defense and self-awareness; your unknown or unaddressed perception can lead you to prison.
About the speaker:
Kevin Dixie, a St. Louis native, wears multiple hats in his nationwide mission to strengthen communities. As owner-operator of No Other Choice Firearms Training (NOC) and USCCA Training Counselor, he passionately promotes responsible firearm use and advocates for gun rights. His journey, shaped by a challenging upbringing, led him to encourage positive change and Civil Rights advocacy. With over 21 years dedicated to his mission, he founded impactful initiatives like Aiming for the Truth, healing broken families, and the Greenwood Project, empowering families with self-reliance skills. As a devoted husband and father, Kevin envisions a resilient community for all.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S102 C
free

Johnny B
Johnny B
Johnny B
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YouTube Personality Johnny B is the tactical soccer dad. A lifetime shooter from Appalachia, Johnny loves WWII guns, heavy steel-framed pistols, and trying out anything new. Holding a Doctorate in Education, Johnny is a teacher, comedian, and bona fide authority on movie guns.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Room: S101 C
free

Beth Alcazar
Book Signing with Beth Alcazar
Beth Alcazar
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Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Room: S102 C
free

Michael Martin
The Use of Force and the Aftermath
Michael Martin
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If you’ve ever imagined finding yourself in a self-defense situation, you may have envisioned a heroic ending where you successfully defended yourself or your family from an armed attacker. But have you ever thought about what would occur in the immediate aftermath of a use of force? The seminar, The Legal Use of Force and its Aftermath explores the multiple decision points you must face if you find yourself with no other choice but to use deadly force to stop an attack. In this seminar, Michael Martin, author of the USCCA textbook, Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, uses a variety of deadly force scenarios to coach his audience through each decision point that will occur before, during, and after a use of deadly force. These scenarios will examine whether any other option exists and will explore exactly how the police, the prosecutor, and even a jury may view a case. The seminar culminates with a real-world claim of “self-defense" where the audience gets to act as the prosecuting attorney, where they will get to make the ultimate decision on whether to charge a concealed carry permit holder with a crime or to set them free.
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Room: S103 D
free

Tom Grieve and Kevin Michalowski
Ask an Attorney
Tom Grieve and Kevin Michalowski
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Self-defense laws are convoluted. You can easily end up in jail if you don’t know when and how to legally stop a threat. Join Concealed Carry Magazine Executive Editor Kevin Michalowski and Attorney Tom Grieve as they answer some of your most critical self-defense and legal questions live.
Their discussion will cover some of the most popular questions on topics like self-defense misconceptions and unexpected legal ramifications. This session is normally a benefit available ONLY to Platinum and Elite USCCA Members, so be sure to take advantage of this rare opportunity.
About the speaker:
Tom Grieve:
Tom Grieve is a highly awarded former state prosecutor who started Grieve Law, LLC — now one of the largest criminal defense firms in Wisconsin. He is respected as one of the top criminal defense lawyers in the state and has developed a nuanced understanding of Wisconsin firearms laws throughout his years of experience. Although Tom’s legal background speaks for itself, he has gone above and beyond the call of duty, receiving his certification as a firearms instructor and participating as a regular speaker and panelist with the USCCA for live broadcasts, training videos and national expos. He also serves as a speaker and analyst on numerous radio stations, television stations and both college and law school campuses.
Kevin Michalowski:
Kevin Michalowski is executive editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and a fully certified law enforcement officer working part time in rural Wisconsin. He is a USCCA and NRA Certified Trainer. Kevin has participated in training across the U.S. as both a student and an instructor in multiple disciplines. These specialties include pistol, rifle, shotgun, empty-hand defense and rapid response to the active shooter. Kevin is passionate about the concealed carry lifestyle, studying the legal, ethical and moral aspects of the use of force in self-defense. He is a graduate of the Force Science Institute Certification Course and has worked as a professional witness and consultant on matters concerning the judicious use of deadly force and deadly force decision-making.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Room: S102 C
free

John R. Lott Jr., Ph.D.
Debunking Gun-Control Lies
John R. Lott Jr., Ph.D.
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How surveys falsely shows Americans’ support for gun control. Guns are not the leading cause of children’s deaths. False claims about pistol braces, why we need a national gun registry, murder rates in Republican and Democrat states, and who are mass public shooters.
About the speaker:
Dr. John Lott is an economist and a world-recognized expert on guns and crime. During the Trump administration, he served as the senior advisor for research and statistics at the U.S. Department of Justice. John has held research or teaching positions at various academic institutions, including the University of Chicago, Yale University, Wharton, Stanford University, UCLA and Rice University and was the chief economist at the United States Sentencing Commission during 1988-1989. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from UCLA. Nobel laureate Milton Friedman noted: “John Lott has few equals as a perceptive analyst of controversial public policy issues.”
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Room: S101 D
free

Steve Fischer
Home Invasion Response
Steve Fischer
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Steve Fischer, Manager of Training for the USCCA, will be combining elements from both of the USCCA's core curriculums — Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals and Defensive Shooting Fundamentals — to help attendees gain an understanding of how to reduce the risk of experiencing a home invasion. More importantly, he will explain how to plan, prepare, practice and respond so that the odds favor the good guy instead of the bad guy.
About the speaker:
Steve Fischer started training in the Martial Arts at a young age. His hunting and range experiences with his father and grandfather led him on a lifelong journey and ignited his passion for personal defense and firearms.
While serving in the U.S. Army Reserve, Steve completed training as an Infantry Soldier, Combat Lifesaver, Master Fitness Trainer and Drill Sergeant, eventually becoming an instructor at the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant School. He competed for a number of years as a member of the 84th Division High Power Rifle Team, earning his Army Excellence in Competition Bronze Rifle Badge.
Steve’s commitment to Martial Arts led him to become a full-time Martial Arts Instructor. After 35+ years of teaching and training, he decided to retire from the profession as a Kukkiwon Certified 4th Degree Master Instructor and has since been recommended to skip test to 6th Degree in honor of his long-term commitment to passing on his knowledge.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and has had the privilege of learning from and training with a wide variety of experts, including George Harris, Steven Gilcreast, Massad Ayoob, Rob Pincus, Lew Gosnell, Eric Ingersoll, Chris Currie, Mike Hughes, Dave Young, Anthony Lambert, Deryck Poole, Barret Kendrick and Jason Speller.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Room: 204
free

George Harris
The Importance of Good Equipment: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
George Harris
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The topic of The Importance of Good Equipment, Choosing the Right Tool for the Job eliminates the random purchase of shooting equipment without the shooter knowing or understanding what they really need to accomplish their intended mission.
Chapter 10 of Marksmanship Simplified will guide the reader in optimizing the selection of safety gear, firearms, ammunition and accessories for their chosen purpose. Beyond selection of equipment is the validation of the equipment for the shooters intended purpose. This chapter will also help with upgrades and new purchases as the shooter evolves on their journey to increasing performance.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Room: S102 D
free

Christopher Paquette & Mike South
Concealed Draw
Christopher Paquette & Mike South
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In this seminar, you will be exposed to and learn proper techniques to safely draw and recover to a concealed carry holster. You will also work on improving draw speed from your preferred method of concealed carry while establishing a good shooting grip. This seminar will also review the importance of a solid shooting platform and of establishing a “shooter’s grip” prior to drawing the firearm from the holster.
About the speaker:
Christopher Paquette:
Christopher Paquette, also known as “Paco,” currently teaches pistol, rifle, and shotgun courses. He also
helps with a few tactical courses offered at the SIG Sauer Academy. Prior to working at the Academy, Chris retired as a lieutenant with a state agency after 20 years and is currently a special deputy with a sheriff’s department. During Chris’s time in law enforcement, he worked patrol, investigations, undercover, prosecution and training and was a SWAT operator. In his last 4.5 years, he was the firearms bureau commander at a state-run police academy, where he trained recruits and in-service officers in the use of firearms and use-of-force decision-making.
Mike South:
Mike comes to the SIG Sauer Academy with more than 24 years of combined military and law enforcement experience. Prior to federal law enforcement, Mike spent four years in USMC Infantry and is a first Gulf War vet with numerous awards and commendations. He also spent 10 years combined in local (NH) law enforcement and is a certified instructor in pistol, rifle, shotgun, ASP, handcuffing, OC spray, officer survival, motor vehicle tactics and use of force. Mike spent seven years with the Department of Energy (Office of Secure Transportation), serving as a federal agent with the Special Response Force (SRF), a highly trained full-time tactical team whose duties include mission support and recovery. Mike trained in close-quarters battle (CQB); explosive and mechanical breaches; urban and motor vehicle assaults; designated marksman (sniper with the SR 25 platform); and surveillance and counter surveillance. Mike spent seven years as a U.S. air marshal within the Department of Homeland Security. During this time, he received the “Director’s Award” and the “Distinguished Expert” award. Mike is an active NRA and FLEO member.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Room: S102 B
free

Gary Drake & Julia Valencia
Advanced Concealed Carry: Close-Quarters Shooting & Weapons Retention
Gary Drake & Julia Valencia
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This three-hour course is designed to deliver crucial advanced concealed carry training skills. Taught by Gary Drake and Sgt. Don Gulla, the curriculum focuses on combining hand-to-hand tactics with firearms training. Topics include: shooting from a seated position, developing a flinch draw, weapon retention, close-quarter shooting and small-joint manipulation.
About the speaker:
Gary Drake:
Gary Drake is a veteran of law enforcement, law enforcement training, military training, tactical training and the United States Marine Corps. His certifications and awards include SIRT Pistol Instructor, Level 4 Arrestling Instructor and induction into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Gary currently serves as an instructor of firearms and defensive tactics for basic academy recruits at the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center.
Julia Valencia:
Julia Valencia is an accomplished, well-respected law enforcement officer and trainer. She is a premier Defensive Tactics and Combatives Instructor who provides training at local police agencies, the Police Academy and even to security teams outside of the U.S. Julia was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2016 for instruction in tactical training and women’s self-defense. She is the only female primary instructor for the nationally known defensive tactics training group “Arrestling” and a lead instructor for Next Level Training (SIRT). In 2018, she earned the title of “Officer of the Year.” She is currently assigned as a police Corporal with her agency and is the first female motorcycle officer there. She has also recently taken a position at West Coast Armory/Bellevue Gun Club helping citizens understand firearms and the legalities of gun ownership. Julia is passionate about personal safety, community service and family.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom D
paid course

Donna Anthony
Intruder Awareness & Church Security Reality-Based Training 2 in 1
Donna Anthony
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This hands-on class consists of two distinct 1.5-hour reality-based training sessions that will help students sharpen their gun-handling skills in a variety of simulated, real-world situations. Course sessions will cover firearms handling, proper tactical movement, appropriate decision-making, a shooting simulator and force-on-force training using T4E-converted handguns that employ non-lethal marking rounds. These converted handguns allow scenario participants to safely fight “attackers” in lethal-force scenarios, followed by a debriefing and assessment of the drill. Participants will be able to determine what works and what doesn't when it comes to their equipment, decision-making capabilities and levels of training. The session is considered to be the highest level of evaluation and application of skills available without having to engage in a real fight.
*NOTE: All attendees are required to bring gloves and long sleeves/hooded sweatshirts. No weapons of any kind are allowed in this course. Attendees are subject to a weapons check before class and will have access to storage units if necessary.
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Donna Anthony has more than 20 years of experience in security and law enforcement. She has served as a sworn police officer in Alaska, an undercover investigator for the Alaska State Trooper Statewide Drug Task Force Unit and an Ohio deputy sheriff. She has collaborated with such federal law enforcement agencies as the U.S. Marshals, DEA, ATF and FBI.
After retiring from the Palmer Police Department, Donna founded the Alaska Investigation Agency, LLC in 2012, and is the owner of Point Blank Firearms & Self Defense Training, LLC. Her passion for self-defense drove her to become a member of the National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association. She is also the national training coordinator for The Well Armed Woman (TWAW), a non-profit organization that educates, equips and empowers women shooters.
Donna has extensive law enforcement training, from hostage negotiation to tactical operations planning, including Rapid Response to an Active Shooter, Undercover Techniques and Anti-Terrorism Training.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom B
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Dave Young
Active Shooter Survival Workshop
Dave Young
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During this 90-minute workshop, Dave Young will cover the most common indicators and threats that occur before and during active-shooter attacks. Attendees will learn about everything from common traits of active shooters to becoming a tactical leader during an active-shooter event. This crucial workshop is fast-paced and hands-on and will arm you with field-proven strategies to manage the safety of yourself and your family.
About the speaker:
Dave Young is a nationally recognized defensive tactics instructor with a 30-year history in military and civilian law enforcement. As the founder and director of ARMA Training and U.S. Fighting Systems, Dave has dedicated his life to defensive training instruction. Specializing in personal and officer survival, crowd management, and non-lethal weaponry, he has been featured on the National Geographic channel and sits on the boards of PoliceOne.com and Police Magazine.
Dave is an active member of several organizations, including the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA), National Rifle Association (NRA) and Georgia International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (GALEFI).
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Room: S101 B
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Michael Martin
Countering the Mass Shooter Threat
Michael Martin
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In the seminar, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, author Michael Martin reviews data gathered from more than 90 mass shootings that have occurred since Columbine to determine what can be learned from these terrible tragedies. Using that data, Martin dispels the anti-gun myths that a reduction in magazine capacity or the banning of AR-15s or any other firearm type could have prevented even a single attack or reduced the carnage. Martin goes on to analyze whether other proposals by anti-gun groups would have an effect, including universal background checks or red flag laws; and whether “gun-free zones” help or hurt. Martin summarizes this seminar with a point-by-point plan designed to eliminate the scourge of these shooters once and for all, based upon hard facts, and not emotion. If you’re ready to learn more about how to protect your house of worship, your children’s school, or your place of business, don’t miss this seminar presented by the author of the USCCA textbook, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat.
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Room: S102 B
free

Holly Schneider & Andrew Nett
Best Version of Self: Be a Part of the Mental Health Solution
Holly Schneider & Andrew Nett
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Understanding and being consistent with our values. Creating your best version of self, and recognizing when we are in and out of alignment with yourself. We will teach tools to notice when we are in bias, and pull ourselves back on track.
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Holly Schneider:
Holly is a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of expertise, specializing in multiple clinical frameworks, including CBT, DBT & EMDR. She has been a Life Coach at Delta Defense, LLC in West Bend, Wisconsin since 2019, promoting mental health wellbeing to employees through individual coaching, group skill development, and culture training. Prior to Delta Defense, she worked professionally in behavioral health inpatient care, adolescent residential treatment, in-home family therapy, and outpatient clinical practice. In 2020 Holly won a moral courage award through the Wellness Council of Wisconsin for implementing successful mental health coaching in the workplace. Her mission in life is to help leaders be the best version of themselves, regardless of what they carry in their backpack. Known as a “toolbox” coach, she is an author, counselor and public speaker gaining traction in her unique training for organizational culture. Released in 2021, her book, Carry Your Own Backpack: Simple Tools To Help You Live Peacefully is a guide to emotional wellbeing and healthy relationships. Her easy tools help define healthy boundaries, encouraging alignment with values. The book comes with a clinical toolbox for emotional, cognitive and behavioral skills that can be practically applied.
Andrew Nett:
Andrew is a licensed clinical social worker with a demonstrated history working in the mental healthcare industry. He has provided care for in-patient and out-patient settings, and has experience working with children, adults, couples, and groups. Andrew is skilled in treating mental health and substance abuse through a variety of interventions and modalities. Bringing clinical expertise to the workplace, Andrew currently works for Delta Defense. Providing individual and group coaching to all employees on personal and professional needs. Delta utilizes Andrew as a culture trainer, teaching new employees necessary emotional intelligence skills. Andrew also serves Delta by facilitating sessions with teams to resolve conflict and improve collaboration so the organization can more effectively serve customers. Andrew is passionate about the symbiotic relationship between organization and employee health. He is driven to help businesses build a strong culture, by prioritizing employee wellness, while reducing costs associated with healthcare, turnover and absenteeism. He knows, regardless of title or experience, we all have human elements that make us susceptible to difficulties. Andrew is committed to helping clients understand themselves and use this awareness to be effective and fulfilled in their lives.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Room: S102 D
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Beth Alcazar
Children's Firearm Safety Fundamentals
Beth Alcazar
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New! Discover how to talk to Parents and kids about Firearms and gun safety. Find out how to educate children at different stages and ages of life, as well as presenting to a family, the variety of safety topics, to include proper storage, handling, and use of a firearms for protection. Let's work together educate our children on responsible gun ownership.
This Class is For:
Parents who have recently purchased a firearm.
Families who want to learn more about safety.
New and experienced firearm owners interested in talking to their kids about firearms safety and use.
About the speaker:
Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: S102 C
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Kevin Dixie
Freedom: The Underlying Reason We Carry
Kevin Dixie
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In this discussion, Kevin Dixie will cover the history of the U.S. and why the right to carry a firearm is so significant to all Americans. Once a person has decided to act on the human right to defend himself or herself, one must appreciate the responsibility that comes with it and what this choice signifies. It’s much more than simply carrying a gun. How has the person subconsciously decided to make the community safer? Kevin will help you answer that and other related questions during this presentation.
Kevin will also address the biases individuals have formed. What does the bad guy look like when someone imagines a self-defense scenario? Does the bad guy always look, dress and speak the same? As protectors, we must exclude these biases. How do we subdue those thoughts and think outside these confines?
Having worked 10 years in law enforcement, Kevin has been exposed to people making rash decisions based on what their conscious has come to believe was a threat. This has cost many people their freedom and the ability to protect what they love. Kevin’s job was to apprehend some of the most ruthless human beings imaginable … and now he wants to prevent good people from being misidentified as criminals.
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Kevin Dixie, a St. Louis native, wears multiple hats in his nationwide mission to strengthen communities. As owner-operator of No Other Choice Firearms Training (NOC) and USCCA Training Counselor, he passionately promotes responsible firearm use and advocates for gun rights. His journey, shaped by a challenging upbringing, led him to encourage positive change and Civil Rights advocacy. With over 21 years dedicated to his mission, he founded impactful initiatives like Aiming for the Truth, healing broken families, and the Greenwood Project, empowering families with self-reliance skills. As a devoted husband and father, Kevin envisions a resilient community for all.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Room: S103 B
free

USCCA Attorney Panelists
Best Defense Stories
USCCA Attorney Panelists
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Take time to listen to USCCA Network Attorneys from across the U.S. as they discuss some of the real-world self-defense situations with which they’ve helped USCCA Members. This time is set aside to talk about how USCCA Membership can help provide a legal defense for members after they’ve been forced to defend themselves. These excellent criminal defense attorneys will discuss the stories and the legal aftermaths that several USCCA Members had to face. Each of these stories will provide you with insight into what to do — or not to do — in the event that you are faced with a decision to defend yourself or others. You won’t want to miss this!
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Alan Diamond:
Alan Diamond Melbourne FL defense attorney has been the attorney of record in over 11,000 criminal cases. Mr. Diamond graduated from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies. He received his law degree in 1992 from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill College of Law. He is an inaugural member of the USCCA (United States Concealed Carry Association) Legal Advisory Board. Our mission is to educate, train and legally protect people involved in self-defense, deadly force encounters. During his 23+ year career as a criminal law attorney Mr. Diamond has handled thousands of cases in both State and Federal Court. He has litigated hundreds of cases involving the use or possession of firearms and the legal issues surrounding those allegations. He has litigated issues before FDLE and the Florida Department of Agriculture regarding concealed weapons permitting and the right to own and possess firearms.
Kasey Castillo:
Kasey Castillo is a managing partner at CASTILLO HARPER, APC, and one of the founding partners of the law firm. Kasey heads the Administrative Defense and Criminal Defense Divisions of the firm. Kasey handles the criminal defense of peace officers, including those facing state and federal prosecution and criminal and civil grand juries. Kasey is part of the firm’s Critical Incident Response Team, and often responds to officer-involved shootings, major uses of force, and in-custody deaths. Kasey is also proud to protect the rights of those who concealed carry as a panel attorney for the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA).
Eric Puryear:
Attorney Puryear founded Puryear Law. P.C. to provide clients with professional, prompt, and diligent legal services. He firmly believes that the role of an attorney is to help his clients with the many legal issues that each of us faces in the modern world, and to do so in a way that builds trust and confidence. Towards that end, he prides himself on taking as much time as is needed to meet with his clients – face to face. Along the same lines, he ensures that phone calls and emails to his office are promptly returned, and that clients are not left waiting for the legal services that he knows they need. In sum, he doesn't consider his job done until his client’s needs have been fully met.
As a person with extensive computer and technology experience (including a degree in Computer Science), Mr. Puryear knows that using the right technology is essential in today’s world. That’s why he makes use of the latest technology in his law practice. He has found that making maximum use of secure, encrypted computer and communication technology has enabled him to reduce costs and improve the quality of his legal services. The net result is lower legal fees for his clients, better service for his clients, and fewer environmental resources consumed by needless printing/copying.
Steven Lieberman:
Steven Lieberman Esq. is a use of force attorney working with law enforcement and legally armed civilians in protocols, training, as well as civil and criminal culpability compliance issues. He is the co-owner of the Artemis Defense Institute, a training organization that works with various law enforcement agencies, (both at the State and Federal level), as well as military units and legally armed civilians. His knowledge of use of force protocols, as well as the institutional workings of law enforcement, provides clients with the necessary tools to avoid criminal prosecution, and mitigate civil liability.
Mr. Lieberman is a Captain in the California State Military Reserve, serving in the capacity as a JAG officer to the 40th Infantry Division. He also attained the rank of Eagle Scout in 1985, which was awarded in a joint Court of Honor with his friend Cosmo Taormina.
Irena Stefanovski:
Irena Stefanovski is the youngest attorney to have ever made partner at McDermott Law Group; having done so after only 5 years. She is a very accomplished and aggressive trial attorney, who has successfully litigated multiple murder and attempted murder cases where she’s asserted self defense on behalf of her clients. Her reputation for results has garnered the respect of numerous judges and prosecutors across multiple counties. Irena takes tremendous pride in defending people in court after they’ve been forced to defend themselves out of court.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Room: S103 D
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George Harris
Troubleshooting the Troubled Shooter: Identifying & Correcting Common Shooting Mistakes
George Harris
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The topic of Trouble Shooting the Troubled Shooter, Identifying and Correcting Common Shooting Mistakes will help the audience in attendance to detect and correct their own performance deficiencies by understanding what the problem is, why it occurs and how to fix it permanently. Chapter 11 of Marksmanship Simplified provides a comprehensive study of common shooting errors and how to correct those errors with a minimum of effort.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
4:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Room: S102 D
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Demonstration & Women's Concealed Carry Showroom Schedule
Demonstrations are held on demo stages inside the exhibit hall.

BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
Be Your Own Defender: Police-Designed Less Lethal Training and Tools
BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
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Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) is a legendary provider of tactical equipment and training to law enforcement. And they’re now introducing their first-ever civilian training program. This presentation will give you an overview of the new “Be Your Own Defender®” (BYOD) course, including Instructor Certification opportunities. You’ll also learn about the ASP Defender OC (pepper spray) devices featured in the training classes. Make sure to stop by the ASP/BYOD booth (#337) during the Expo, to learn more about the courses and check out the Defender products, and enter to win one for yourself.
About the speaker:
Ray Johnson:
Ray has been in the ASP family since he became a law enforcement Instructor in 2014. He became a Trainer four years later, and has now added Southeast Sales Director to his resume with the company. Ray has a deep background in training, beginning with his military career—he served in Desert Storm/Desert Shield, and taught nuclear, biological, chemical warfare survivability—and continuing through ten years as a law enforcement firearms instructor. As you’ll see when you watch his presentation, Ray is a passionate, high-energy trainer, and he’s excited to bring his experience and expertise to the civilian personal defense world.
Michael Hess:
Michael is ASP’s Vice President of Marketing, as well as an ASP law enforcement Instructor and Be Your Own Defender (BYOD) Trainer. While his professional life with ASP focuses on less-lethal equipment and training, Michael is also a lifelong “gun guy.” He’s a firearms instructor, and particularly loves to teach new shooters to be safe and competent. And he’s looking forward to bringing that same passion for teaching to students and prospective Instructors in the Be Your Own Defender program.
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

Kevin Michalowski
Meet & Greet with Kevin Michalowski
Kevin Michalowski
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Kevin Michalowski is executive editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and a fully certified law enforcement officer working part time in rural Wisconsin. He is a USCCA and NRA Certified Trainer. Kevin has participated in training across the U.S. as both a student and an instructor in multiple disciplines. These specialties include pistol, rifle, shotgun, empty-hand defense and rapid response to the active shooter. Kevin is passionate about the concealed carry lifestyle, studying the legal, ethical and moral aspects of the use of force in self-defense. He is a graduate of the Force Science Institute Certification Course and has worked as a professional witness and consultant on matters concerning the judicious use of deadly force and deadly force decision-making.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
free

Jared Yanis
Guns & Gadgets
Jared Yanis
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Jared retired from a law enforcement career of 24 years to focus on his true passion, being a staunch 2nd Amendment advocate. He is a proud father and husband and thoroughly enjoys teaching others about their Constitutional Rights and how they can influence legislators at the local, state, and federal levels.
He runs the Guns & Gadgets YouTube Channel where he helps you learn how to be an advocate for our right to keep and bear arms and stay up to date on all of the litigation and legislation affecting the 2nd Amendment.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
VIKTOS
VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
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Led by Industry Specialist, This presentation brings awareness of the VIKTOS Brand and how clothing turns into gear.
Topics covered include: How to maximize your gear to have the most comfortability and mobility while carrying a firearm or blade, wearing with layers utilizing our gun vent zipper system and managing your gear while carrying in crowded places using our sling bags.
About the speaker:
Daniel Liss is the Eastern Regional Sales Manager for VIKTOS LLC. With over 14 years of experience as a Paratrooper in the US Army, contracting for the state department as a Close Quarter Battle Subject Matter Expert, and product training for major corporations. Dan has used his experience to continue building trust and report with the VIKTOS Brand by utilizing his background with government agencies and dealers all over the U.S. Daniel spends his free time competing in IDPA and other shooting sports.
Dan is an active member of several organizations, including the National Rifle Association (NRA), United States Conceal Carry Association (USCCA), Gun Owners of America (GOA), and International Defensive Pistol Shooting Association (IDPA)
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
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Tim Schmidt
Meet & Greet with Tim Schmidt
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Tim Schmidt is the Chairman & Co-Founder of the United States Concealed Carry Association and the CEO & Co-Founder of Delta Defense. As the founder of one of America’s fastest-growing companies, Tim forged the USCCA into the nation’s leading organization focused solely on empowering those who want to protect the people they love.
Tim founded the USCCA in 2003 when he launched Concealed Carry Magazine during his own self-defense awakening. His company Delta Defense, the service provider of the USCCA, has since been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies every year from 2012 to 2020.
The USCCA now has more than 750,000 active members, 3 million newsletter subscribers and employs over 660 people.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
free

Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
Setting up Your AR-15 for Home Defense
Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
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Interested in purchasing an AR-15? Already have one but don't know the best way to accessorize it to fit your specific needs? This class will guide you through selecting an appropriate AR-15 for home defense, and the accessories that will ensure your rifle is correctly set up for home defense applications with slings, lights, and optics.
About the speaker:
Gavin Glasenapp:
Gavin Glasenapp learned to responsibly use firearms at an early age from his father, a career firefighter in the U.S. Air Force. Growing up, he enjoyed recreational target shooting and a variety of hunting. Life as a military brat offered him the opportunity to live in many places, but his mother and father eventually settled in southeastern Wisconsin.
As an adult, Gavin followed in his father’s footsteps and enlisted in the U.S. Army. He initially enlisted as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist (Cavalry Scout), but early in his career, successfully applied for the Army’s Warrant Officer Flight Training program. Gavin completed the Army’s Rotary Wing Flight School and started his aviation journey as an AH-64 Apache pilot. About halfway through his twenty years in the Army, he transitioned to the MH-47 Chinook, flying in a special operations aviation unit. He deployed over a dozen times to Afghanistan, Iraq, and other locations worldwide. Gavin also served as a standardization instructor pilot in both the Apache and Chinook and was qualified as a tactical operations officer. While in the Army, Gavin also completed his bachelor’s degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Following retirement from the US Army, Gavin went on to serve nearly three years as a patrol officer of a police department located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Gavin served as an Assistant Patrol Leader and was grateful for several training opportunities. For example, he was able to become S.W.A.T. qualified and attend schools such as Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training and Crisis Intervention Training.
Gavin now proudly works at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA, serving in the Training Division as a Field Operations Manager. He leads a team of Field Training Specialists and Training Operations Coordinators, whose goal is to grow the business of USCCA Official Partners by advising and onboarding them to training and education programs. He is also a Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 programs.
Gavin enjoys building model kits, reading, and obsessing over anything Star Wars.
Justin Peters:
Justin Peters is the Training Counselor Coordinator within the Training Division at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA. He is a Senior Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 Fundamentals curriculums. Justin developed an interest in firearms at an early age and had aspirations of becoming a police officer. Shortly after receiving a degree in Criminal Justice, he was hired at Delta Defense. He took his passion for helping others, and his motivation for wanting to become a police officer, and applied it to firearms instruction. When he isn’t teaching he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children, being outdoors, and cooking.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
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Jared Yanis
Guns & Gadgets
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Jared retired from a law enforcement career of 24 years to focus on his true passion, being a staunch 2nd Amendment advocate. He is a proud father and husband and thoroughly enjoys teaching others about their Constitutional Rights and how they can influence legislators at the local, state, and federal levels.
He runs the Guns & Gadgets YouTube Channel where he helps you learn how to be an advocate for our right to keep and bear arms and stay up to date on all of the litigation and legislation affecting the 2nd Amendment.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
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Michael Martin
Save a Life, Control the Bleed
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Serious arterial bleeding from a gunshot wound, a knife wound, or from other significant trauma can end a victim’s life in minutes. While that trauma victim ultimately needs to be in surgery in the hands of a skilled surgeon, the act of saving the person's life will be very likely be performed in the field by a lay rescuer, well before the surgeon even knows the patient is on his or her way to the emergency room. The USCCA mini-course, Save a Life, Control the Bleed, is designed to teach you those life-saving skills including: Knowing how to properly apply a commercial tourniquet or fashion a field expedient one; how to apply a compression bandage; how to pack a wound when no other option exists; and how to treat a patient who has sustained a penetrating injury to the torso. This seminar not only walks you through each of those interventions, it provides hands-on practical exercises with commercial and field expedient versions of each. The seminar culminates with a real-world scenario where volunteers from the audience will be plunged into an emergency situation, requiring teamwork and your newly obtained skills to ultimately save the life of a severely injured victim. Don’t miss this seminar presented by Michael Martin, the creator of the USCCA mini-course, Save a Life, Control the Bleed, and the author of the USCCA textbook, Emergency First Aid Fundamentals.
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
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VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
VIKTOS
VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
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Led by Industry Specialist, This presentation brings awareness of the VIKTOS Brand and how clothing turns into gear.
Topics covered include: How to maximize your gear to have the most comfortability and mobility while carrying a firearm or blade, wearing with layers utilizing our gun vent zipper system and managing your gear while carrying in crowded places using our sling bags.
About the speaker:
Daniel Liss is the Eastern Regional Sales Manager for VIKTOS LLC. With over 14 years of experience as a Paratrooper in the US Army, contracting for the state department as a Close Quarter Battle Subject Matter Expert, and product training for major corporations. Dan has used his experience to continue building trust and report with the VIKTOS Brand by utilizing his background with government agencies and dealers all over the U.S. Daniel spends his free time competing in IDPA and other shooting sports.
Dan is an active member of several organizations, including the National Rifle Association (NRA), United States Conceal Carry Association (USCCA), Gun Owners of America (GOA), and International Defensive Pistol Shooting Association (IDPA)
5:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
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Sean Curtis
Sean Curtis
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Before Sean Curtis came to Pew Pew Tactical, he completed a 22.5-year career in law enforcement. During his tenure, he served 15 years at a sheriff’s office, working assignments as a Patrol Commander, SWAT Team Leader, Emergency Management Type III Incident Commander, and Assistant Fire Marshal. He finished his career at a District Attorney’s Office where he worked as an Investigator. His responsibilities were workplace security/safety, firearms instruction, and five years in the Special Victims Unit.
Now, Sean is a Content Producer for Pew Pew Tactical, discussing firearms, accessories, and related skills in articles and videos.
5:45 PM - 6:15 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
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BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
Be Your Own Defender: Police-Designed Less Lethal Training and Tools
BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
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Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) is a legendary provider of tactical equipment and training to law enforcement. And they’re now introducing their first-ever civilian training program. This presentation will give you an overview of the new “Be Your Own Defender®” (BYOD) course, including Instructor Certification opportunities. You’ll also learn about the ASP Defender OC (pepper spray) devices featured in the training classes. Make sure to stop by the ASP/BYOD booth (#337) during the Expo, to learn more about the courses and check out the Defender products, and enter to win one for yourself.
About the speaker:
Ray Johnson:
Ray has been in the ASP family since he became a law enforcement Instructor in 2014. He became a Trainer four years later, and has now added Southeast Sales Director to his resume with the company. Ray has a deep background in training, beginning with his military career—he served in Desert Storm/Desert Shield, and taught nuclear, biological, chemical warfare survivability—and continuing through ten years as a law enforcement firearms instructor. As you’ll see when you watch his presentation, Ray is a passionate, high-energy trainer, and he’s excited to bring his experience and expertise to the civilian personal defense world.
Michael Hess:
Michael is ASP’s Vice President of Marketing, as well as an ASP law enforcement Instructor and Be Your Own Defender (BYOD) Trainer. While his professional life with ASP focuses on less-lethal equipment and training, Michael is also a lifelong “gun guy.” He’s a firearms instructor, and particularly loves to teach new shooters to be safe and competent. And he’s looking forward to bringing that same passion for teaching to students and prospective Instructors in the Be Your Own Defender program.
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free
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Beth Alcazar
Women’s Intermediate Handguns
Beth Alcazar
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“Women's Intermediate Handguns” is ideal for ladies who are ready to take the next step with their firearms skills, tools and mindset. Basics and fundamentals of shooting will be reviewed, while exploring situational awareness, popular types of handguns, ammunition types and storage and concealed carry options. Recognizing and clearing malfunctions, understanding range etiquette and commands, and using the dominant and non-dominant hand and reloading will also be covered.
About the speaker:
Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S101 B
paid course

Dave Young
Skills Building: Preparing for a Gunfight
Dave Young
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Learn from self-defense expert Dave Young as he reveals the truth about real-life gunfights and discusses the knowledge, skills and gear you need to survive one. During this primarily hands-on course, Dave will walk you through the drills and exercises that will give you the gunfighting skills you need to overcome a deadly threat. Topics include: moving with your firearm, drawing your firearm, hand-eye coordination, different angles of fire and much more.
This course will also cover topics such as how to select the right holster and firearm for your unique needs, different ammo types, the advantage of carrying concealed and the tactics you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones anytime, anywhere.
About the speaker:
Dave Young is a nationally recognized defensive tactics instructor with a 30-year history in military and civilian law enforcement. As the founder and director of ARMA Training and U.S. Fighting Systems, Dave has dedicated his life to defensive training instruction. Specializing in personal and officer survival, crowd management, and non-lethal weaponry, he has been featured on the National Geographic channel and sits on the boards of PoliceOne.com and Police Magazine.
Dave is an active member of several organizations, including the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA), National Rifle Association (NRA) and Georgia International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (GALEFI).
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom D
paid course

Donna Anthony
Intruder Awareness & Church Security Reality-Based Training 2 in 1
Donna Anthony
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This hands-on class consists of two distinct 1.5-hour reality-based training sessions that will help students sharpen their gun-handling skills in a variety of simulated, real-world situations. Course sessions will cover firearms handling, proper tactical movement, appropriate decision-making, a shooting simulator and force-on-force training using T4E-converted handguns that employ non-lethal marking rounds. These converted handguns allow scenario participants to safely fight “attackers” in lethal-force scenarios, followed by a debriefing and assessment of the drill. Participants will be able to determine what works and what doesn't when it comes to their equipment, decision-making capabilities and levels of training. The session is considered to be the highest level of evaluation and application of skills available without having to engage in a real fight.
*NOTE: All attendees are required to bring gloves and long sleeves/hooded sweatshirts. No weapons of any kind are allowed in this course. Attendees are subject to a weapons check before class and will have access to storage units if necessary.
About the speaker:
Donna Anthony has more than 20 years of experience in security and law enforcement. She has served as a sworn police officer in Alaska, an undercover investigator for the Alaska State Trooper Statewide Drug Task Force Unit and an Ohio deputy sheriff. She has collaborated with such federal law enforcement agencies as the U.S. Marshals, DEA, ATF and FBI.
After retiring from the Palmer Police Department, Donna founded the Alaska Investigation Agency, LLC in 2012, and is the owner of Point Blank Firearms & Self Defense Training, LLC. Her passion for self-defense drove her to become a member of the National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association. She is also the national training coordinator for The Well Armed Woman (TWAW), a non-profit organization that educates, equips and empowers women shooters.
Donna has extensive law enforcement training, from hostage negotiation to tactical operations planning, including Rapid Response to an Active Shooter, Undercover Techniques and Anti-Terrorism Training.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom B
paid course

Lena Miculek & Justin Christopher
Intro to ROSE and the ROSE Defensive Mindset
Lena Miculek & Justin Christopher
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This course will introduce you to the defensive mindset and help you explore all of the tools you’ll need to build confidence and be self-reliant. You will also gain an understanding of basic hand-to-hand defensive measures to help you become a more confident, competent and capable person. No matter your physical abilities, you’ll gain insight and get exposure to effective, modern self-defense techniques.
About the speaker:
Lena Miculek:
Lena Miculek is the top multi-discipline female competitor in the world and focuses on 3-gun and PCC competition as a member of Team SIG. Lena entered the world of competitive shooting at the age of 8 and proved she would be a force to be reckoned with. She won her first World Champion title at age 17 and now has eight World Shooting titles in five different shooting disciplines, three PCC national titles and 20 PCC championships, more than 50 3-Gun championships, and hundreds of championships and high lady titles in the disciplines in which she competes. Additionally, Lena is recognized in the industry as the most-influential female competitor and continues to break records and barriers for females across the industry. In 2023, Lena and SIG Sauer founded ROSE, a program for women based on Lena’s years of experience as a competitor and teaching women at every skill level all over the country. ROSE is a complete system that’s easy to understand, easy to learn and easy to use. It takes you step-by-step through the process — from your first time holding a pistol all the way to your first time at a range — and it is a community of women coming together to help and encourage one another.
Justin Christopher:
Justin Christopher has been teaching professionally for more than 20 years. He is a Tactical Arrest and Control Instructor, an Edged Weapons Instructor, a Senior Instructor for the SIG Sauer Academy, and a certified 3rd degree Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt. Justin also spent more than 10 years working in law enforcement, primarily in the SWAT community. Over the last two decades, Justin has traveled the world training various military and law enforcement organizations. Justin’s unique mix of real-world experience, humble demeanor and engaging teaching style have made him a highly sought-after and respected instructor.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Room: S101 C
paid course

Steve Fischer
Home Invasion Response
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Steve Fischer, Manager of Training Operations for the USCCA, will be combining elements from both of the USCCA's core curriculums — Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals and Defensive Shooting Fundamentals — to help attendees gain an understanding of how to reduce the risk of experiencing a home invasion. More importantly, he will explain how to plan, prepare, practice and respond so that the odds favor the good guy instead of the bad guy.
About the speaker:
Steve Fischer started training in the Martial Arts at a young age. His hunting and range experiences with his father and grandfather led him on a lifelong journey and ignited his passion for personal defense and firearms.
While serving in the U.S. Army Reserve, Steve completed training as an Infantry Soldier, Combat Lifesaver, Master Fitness Trainer and Drill Sergeant, eventually becoming an instructor at the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant School. He competed for a number of years as a member of the 84th Division High Power Rifle Team, earning his Army Excellence in Competition Bronze Rifle Badge.
Steve’s commitment to Martial Arts led him to become a full-time Martial Arts Instructor. After 35+ years of teaching and training, he decided to retire from the profession as a Kukkiwon Certified 4th Degree Master Instructor and has since been recommended to skip test to 6th Degree in honor of his long-term commitment to passing on his knowledge.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and has had the privilege of learning from and training with a wide variety of experts, including George Harris, Steven Gilcreast, Massad Ayoob, Rob Pincus, Lew Gosnell, Eric Ingersoll, Chris Currie, Mike Hughes, Dave Young, Anthony Lambert, Deryck Poole, Barret Kendrick and Jason Speller.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S103 B
free

John R. Lott Jr., Ph.D.
Gun-Control Myths
John R. Lott Jr., Ph.D.
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Curious how politicians, the media and botched "studies" have twisted the facts on gun control? From myths about mass public shootings to “gun-free” zones to suicides to gun ownership rates and crime, Lott addresses the claims you frequently hear in the media and explains what simply doesn’t add up with those claims.
About the speaker:
Dr. John Lott is an economist and a world-recognized expert on guns and crime. During the Trump administration, he served as the senior advisor for research and statistics at the U.S. Department of Justice. John has held research or teaching positions at various academic institutions, including the University of Chicago, Yale University, Wharton, Stanford University, UCLA and Rice University and was the chief economist at the United States Sentencing Commission during 1988-1989. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from UCLA. Nobel laureate Milton Friedman noted: “John Lott has few equals as a perceptive analyst of controversial public policy issues.”
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S102 B
free

Mike “Ox” Ochsner
See Quicker Shoot Quicker - Shoot better and have more fun, even if you have trouble shooting with both eyes open, are cross-eye dominant, or wear bifocals or trifocals.
Mike “Ox” Ochsner
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We'll talk about solutions for many of the most frustrating (and common) visual issues people have shooting with both eyes open, cross-eye dominance, or aging eyes that may not see well either near or far.
About the speaker:
Mike "Ox" Ochsner is an NRA, Rangemaster, and Reality Based Training Association instructor, a Force Science Institute Analyst, and a master-level IDPA shooter with a subcompact. His best-selling "Real World Gunfight Training" (RealWorldGunfightTraining.com) and 20+ firearms training courses, targets, and training aids use performance neurology, accelerated learning, and real-world context to help shooters build life-saving skills that work in chaotic, high-stress situations up to 10 times faster than traditional training methods.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S101 D
free

Michael Martin
Countering the Mass Shooter Threat
Michael Martin
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In the seminar, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, author Michael Martin reviews data gathered from more than 90 mass shootings that have occurred since Columbine to determine what can be learned from these terrible tragedies. Using that data, Martin dispels the anti-gun myths that a reduction in magazine capacity or the banning of AR-15s or any other firearm type could have prevented even a single attack or reduced the carnage. Martin goes on to analyze whether other proposals by anti-gun groups would have an effect, including universal background checks or red flag laws; and whether “gun-free zones” help or hurt. Martin summarizes this seminar with a point-by-point plan designed to eliminate the scourge of these shooters once and for all, based upon hard facts, and not emotion. If you’re ready to learn more about how to protect your house of worship, your children’s school, or your place of business, don’t miss this seminar presented by the author of the USCCA textbook, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat..
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S103 D
free

George Harris
In the Beginning: Elements to Be Considered Before Buying a Gun & Beyond
George Harris
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This seminar will cover many of the mental, physical, legal and Practical aspects of consideration and preparation for the individuals entering into the realm of owning and carrying a firearm for personal protection, competition, as well as recreational purposes.
Chapter 1 in my Book Marksmanship Simplified covers the Simplicity of Safety and Success removing many of the roadblocks to getting started and Chapter 9 offers a variety of options that a person can pursue to expand their endeavors beyond the basics.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Room: S102 D
free

Michael Martin
Book Signing with Michael Martin
Michael Martin
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Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Room: S102 B
free

Kevin Dixie
Battling Your Bias
Kevin Dixie
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Self-defense is an incredibly important area of life to focus on. We work extremely hard to provide for and protect our families, however, when was the last time you focused on self-awareness? Have you dealt with some of your prejudices and biases? Sure, you may think you don’t have any of the aforementioned, but the simple fact of the matter is – we all do.
Without a proper understanding of yourself and how you have subconsciously blended self-defense and self-awareness; your unknown or unaddressed perception can lead you to prison.
About the speaker:
Kevin Dixie, a St. Louis native, wears multiple hats in his nationwide mission to strengthen communities. As owner-operator of No Other Choice Firearms Training (NOC) and USCCA Training Counselor, he passionately promotes responsible firearm use and advocates for gun rights. His journey, shaped by a challenging upbringing, led him to encourage positive change and Civil Rights advocacy. With over 21 years dedicated to his mission, he founded impactful initiatives like Aiming for the Truth, healing broken families, and the Greenwood Project, empowering families with self-reliance skills. As a devoted husband and father, Kevin envisions a resilient community for all.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: S103 D
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Mike “Ox” Ochsner
How to Add Real-World Context to At-Home Training
Mike “Ox” Ochsner
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Are you training to save a life with a gun or poke holes in paper? We'll discuss 6 aspects of real-world gunfights that are ignored by conventional training and how to add them to your training. When you add real-world context to training, studies show that you'll react 4X faster, you'll make better choices, and you'll be more accurate under stress.
About the speaker:
Mike "Ox" Ochsner is an NRA, Rangemaster, and Reality Based Training Association instructor, a Force Science Institute Analyst, and a master-level IDPA shooter with a subcompact. His best-selling "Real World Gunfight Training" (RealWorldGunfightTraining.com) and 20+ firearms training courses, targets, and training aids use performance neurology, accelerated learning, and real-world context to help shooters build life-saving skills that work in chaotic, high-stress situations up to 10 times faster than traditional training methods.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: S101 D
free

Rob Chadwick
Personal Security
Rob Chadwick
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A candid discussion of the unprecedented security environment in the United States and what you can do to protect what matters most.
About the speaker:
Rob Chadwick is the director of Education & Training at the USCCA. He recently retired as the head of the Tactical Training Program for the FBI at Quantico, where he was responsible for ensuring the operational readiness and proficiency of all FBI personnel. Rob represented the United States as the keynote speaker at the International Active Shooter Preparedness Conference in Prague and authored the FBI's "Active Shooter Awareness and Preparation for Houses of Worship'' presentation after responding to the attack at Mother Emanuel AME church in Charleston. Rob served as an FBI SWAT team member, sniper team leader and tactical medic. Additionally, he served as agent in charge for Attorney General William P. Barr's protective detail.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S102 C
free

John R. Lott Jr., Ph.D.
Debunking Gun-Control Lies
John R. Lott Jr., Ph.D.
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Presented by: John Lott Jr.
How surveys falsely shows Americans’ support for gun control. Guns are not the leading cause of children’s deaths. False claims about pistol braces, why we need a national gun registry, murder rates in Republican and Democrat states, and who are mass public shooters.
About the speaker:
Dr. John Lott is an economist and a world-recognized expert on guns and crime. During the Trump administration, he served as the senior advisor for research and statistics at the U.S. Department of Justice. John has held research or teaching positions at various academic institutions, including the University of Chicago, Yale University, Wharton, Stanford University, UCLA and Rice University and was the chief economist at the United States Sentencing Commission during 1988-1989. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from UCLA. Nobel laureate Milton Friedman noted: “John Lott has few equals as a perceptive analyst of controversial public policy issues.”
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S102 B
free

Julia Valencia
Safety Planning and Rehearsal: At Home, At Work, and In Public
Julia Valencia
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THINK SAFE, ACT SAFE, BE SAFE: This presentation will inspire you to be your safest self: protect yourself and those around you through simple planning and tactics. Learn how you can enhance your safety at work, home and out in public. We will explore mindset, awareness and how to minimize opportunity for assaults, thefts and injury.
About the speaker:
Julia Valencia is an accomplished, well-respected law enforcement officer and trainer. She is a premier Defensive Tactics and Combatives Instructor who provides training at local police agencies, the Police Academy and even to security teams outside of the U.S. Julia was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2016 for instruction in tactical training and women’s self-defense. She is the only female primary instructor for the nationally known defensive tactics training group “Arrestling” and a lead instructor for Next Level Training (SIRT). In 2018, she earned the title of “Officer of the Year.” She is currently assigned as a police Corporal with her agency and is the first female motorcycle officer there. She has also recently taken a position at West Coast Armory/Bellevue Gun Club helping citizens understand firearms and the legalities of gun ownership. Julia is passionate about personal safety, community service and family.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S103 B
free

George Harris
The Importance of Good Equipment: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
George Harris
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The topic of The Importance of Good Equipment, Choosing the Right Tool for the Job eliminates the random purchase of shooting equipment without the shooter knowing or understanding what they really need to accomplish their intended mission.
Chapter 10 of Marksmanship Simplified will guide the reader in optimizing the selection of safety gear, firearms, ammunition and accessories for their chosen purpose. Beyond selection of equipment is the validation of the equipment for the shooters intended purpose. This chapter will also help with upgrades and new purchases as the shooter evolves on their journey to increasing performance.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Room: S102 D
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Lena Miculek
A ROSE Community Gathering
Lena Miculek
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Join Team SIG Professional Shooter and ROSE Program visionary Lena Miculek for an inspirational discussion at a women’s luncheon. Lena will take you through her journey with firearms, covering topics such as growing up on a range, how the ROSE Program blossomed and what it means to be a member of the ROSE community. A Q&A with Lena will follow the discussion, and lunch will be provided.
About the speaker:
Lena Miculek is the top multi-discipline female competitor in the world and focuses on 3-gun and PCC competition as a member of Team SIG. Lena entered the world of competitive shooting at the age of 8 and proved she would be a force to be reckoned with. She won her first World Champion title at age 17 and now has eight World Shooting titles in five different shooting disciplines, three PCC national titles and 20 PCC championships, more than 50 3-Gun championships, and hundreds of championships and high lady titles in the disciplines in which she competes. Additionally, Lena is recognized in the industry as the most-influential female competitor and continues to break records and barriers for females across the industry. In 2023, Lena and SIG Sauer founded ROSE, a program for women based on Lena’s years of experience as a competitor and teaching women at every skill level all over the country. ROSE is a complete system that’s easy to understand, easy to learn and easy to use. It takes you step-by-step through the process — from your first time holding a pistol all the way to your first time at a range — and it is a community of women coming together to help and encourage one another.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Room: S101 C
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Beth Alcazar
Book Signing with Beth Alcazar
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Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Room: S102 B
free

Gary Drake & Julia Valencia
Advanced Concealed Carry: Close-Quarters Shooting & Weapons Retention
Gary Drake & Julia Valencia
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This three-hour course is designed to deliver crucial advanced concealed carry training skills. Taught by Gary Drake and Sgt. Don Gulla, the curriculum focuses on combining hand-to-hand tactics with firearms training. Topics include: shooting from a seated position, developing a flinch draw, weapon retention, close-quarter shooting and small-joint manipulation.
About the speaker:
Gary Drake:
Gary Drake is a veteran of law enforcement, law enforcement training, military training, tactical training and the United States Marine Corps. His certifications and awards include SIRT Pistol Instructor, Level 4 Arrestling Instructor and induction into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Gary currently serves as an instructor of firearms and defensive tactics for basic academy recruits at the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Center.
Julia Valencia:
Julia Valencia is an accomplished, well-respected law enforcement officer and trainer. She is a premier Defensive Tactics and Combatives Instructor who provides training at local police agencies, the Police Academy and even to security teams outside of the U.S. Julia was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2016 for instruction in tactical training and women’s self-defense. She is the only female primary instructor for the nationally known defensive tactics training group “Arrestling” and a lead instructor for Next Level Training (SIRT). In 2018, she earned the title of “Officer of the Year.” She is currently assigned as a police Corporal with her agency and is the first female motorcycle officer there. She has also recently taken a position at West Coast Armory/Bellevue Gun Club helping citizens understand firearms and the legalities of gun ownership. Julia is passionate about personal safety, community service and family.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom D
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Donna Anthony
Intruder Awareness & Church Security Reality-Based Training 2 in 1
Donna Anthony
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This hands-on class consists of two distinct 1.5-hour reality-based training sessions that will help students sharpen their gun-handling skills in a variety of simulated, real-world situations. Course sessions will cover firearms handling, proper tactical movement, appropriate decision-making, a shooting simulator and force-on-force training using T4E-converted handguns that employ non-lethal marking rounds. These converted handguns allow scenario participants to safely fight “attackers” in lethal-force scenarios, followed by a debriefing and assessment of the drill. Participants will be able to determine what works and what doesn't when it comes to their equipment, decision-making capabilities and levels of training. The session is considered to be the highest level of evaluation and application of skills available without having to engage in a real fight.
*NOTE: All attendees are required to bring gloves and long sleeves/hooded sweatshirts. No weapons of any kind are allowed in this course. Attendees are subject to a weapons check before class and will have access to storage units if necessary.
About the speaker:
Donna Anthony has more than 20 years of experience in security and law enforcement. She has served as a sworn police officer in Alaska, an undercover investigator for the Alaska State Trooper Statewide Drug Task Force Unit and an Ohio deputy sheriff. She has collaborated with such federal law enforcement agencies as the U.S. Marshals, DEA, ATF and FBI.
After retiring from the Palmer Police Department, Donna founded the Alaska Investigation Agency, LLC in 2012, and is the owner of Point Blank Firearms & Self Defense Training, LLC. Her passion for self-defense drove her to become a member of the National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association. She is also the national training coordinator for The Well Armed Woman (TWAW), a non-profit organization that educates, equips and empowers women shooters.
Donna has extensive law enforcement training, from hostage negotiation to tactical operations planning, including Rapid Response to an Active Shooter, Undercover Techniques and Anti-Terrorism Training.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom B
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Dave Young
Family Firearms Education
Dave Young
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Get the lifesaving education and safety information you and your family need to prevent gun mishandling, serious accidents and even death. Join firearms expert Dave Young as he shares valuable lessons on teaching your children about guns. Topics include proper firearms storage, the four key safety rules, how to properly handle a firearm, how to safely remove a firearm from a child, emergency first aid for gunshot wounds and much more.
Many in-home firearms deaths and accidents that involve children are preventable with proper education and supervision. Dave will show you the successful methods he has used as a Marine Corps veteran, tactical firearms instructor and father of six to keep his kids safe and his guns secure.
About the speaker:
Dave Young is a nationally recognized defensive tactics instructor with a 30-year history in military and civilian law enforcement. As the founder and director of ARMA Training and U.S. Fighting Systems, Dave has dedicated his life to defensive training instruction. Specializing in personal and officer survival, crowd management, and non-lethal weaponry, he has been featured on the National Geographic channel and sits on the boards of PoliceOne.com and Police Magazine.
Dave is an active member of several organizations, including the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA), National Rifle Association (NRA) and Georgia International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (GALEFI).
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Room: S101 B
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George Harris
Troubleshooting the Troubled Shooter: Identifying & Correcting Common Shooting Mistakes
George Harris
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The topic of Trouble Shooting the Troubled Shooter, Identifying and Correcting Common Shooting Mistakes will help the audience in attendance to detect and correct their own performance deficiencies by understanding what the problem is, why it occurs and how to fix it permanently. Chapter 11 of Marksmanship Simplified provides a comprehensive study of common shooting errors and how to correct those errors with a minimum of effort.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Room: S102 D
free

Beth Alcazar
Children's Firearm Safety Fundamentals
Beth Alcazar
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New! Discover how to talk to Parents and kids about Firearms and gun safety. Find out how to educate children at different stages and ages of life, as well as presenting to a family, the variety of safety topics, to include proper storage, handling, and use of a firearms for protection. Let's work together educate our children on responsible gun ownership.
This Class is For:
Parents who have recently purchased a firearm.
Families who want to learn more about safety.
New and experienced firearm owners interested in talking to their kids about firearms safety and use
About the speaker:
Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Room: S102 C
free

Lena Miculek & Hana L. Bilodeau
Concealed Carry With ROSE
Lena Miculek & Hana L. Bilodeau
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What method of concealed carry will work for you? What is most comfortable? How do you make adjustments in your carry method? These are all questions you will explore and work through during this seminar to help you find the methods and tools for an optimal everyday concealed carry.
About the speaker:
Lena Miculek:
Lena Miculek is the top multi-discipline female competitor in the world and focuses on 3-gun and PCC competition as a member of Team SIG. Lena entered the world of competitive shooting at the age of 8 and proved she would be a force to be reckoned with. She won her first World Champion title at age 17 and now has eight World Shooting titles in five different shooting disciplines, three PCC national titles and 20 PCC championships, more than 50 3-Gun championships, and hundreds of championships and high lady titles in the disciplines in which she competes. Additionally, Lena is recognized in the industry as the most-influential female competitor and continues to break records and barriers for females across the industry. In 2023, Lena and SIG Sauer founded ROSE, a program for women based on Lena’s years of experience as a competitor and teaching women at every skill level all over the country. ROSE is a complete system that’s easy to understand, easy to learn and easy to use. It takes you step-by-step through the process — from your first time holding a pistol all the way to your first time at a range — and it is a community of women coming together to help and encourage one another.
Hana L. Bilodeau:
Hana L. Bilodeau has more than 15 years of law enforcement experience, serving both locally and federally. At the local level, Hana worked as a patrol officer before being promoted to the Detective Division, where she worked as an Advanced Forensic Interview and Interrogation Expert, traveling throughout the country with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. After nearly ten years serving locally, Hana moved on to federal law enforcement, serving as a Federal Air Marshal. She completed numerous domestic and international missions before taking the rank as the first female to ever be promoted to the Boston Field Offices Training Division. There she was responsible for training the Boston Field Office in defensive tactics, fitness and firearms. While still serving in her active law enforcement role, Hana joined SIG Sauer in 2012 as a part-time contract firearms instructor. Shortly thereafter, she joined SIG Sauer Academy full time as the Lead Female Senior Instructor. Hana taught a wide range of courses from beginner to advanced specialty classes. In 2018, she was promoted to the Director of Training & Special Events for the Commercial Sales Division of SIG Sauer Inc.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: S101 C
paid course

USCCA Attorney Panelists
Best Defense Stories
USCCA Attorney Panelists
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Take time to listen to USCCA Network Attorneys from across the U.S. as they discuss some of the real-world self-defense situations with which they’ve helped USCCA Members. This time is set aside to talk about how USCCA Membership can help provide a legal defense for members after they’ve been forced to defend themselves. These excellent criminal defense attorneys will discuss the stories and the legal aftermaths that several USCCA Members had to face. Each of these stories will provide you with insight into what to do — or not to do — in the event that you are faced with a decision to defend yourself or others. You won’t want to miss this!
About the speaker:
Alan Diamond:
Alan Diamond Melbourne FL defense attorney has been the attorney of record in over 11,000 criminal cases. Mr. Diamond graduated from the University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies. He received his law degree in 1992 from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill College of Law. He is an inaugural member of the USCCA (United States Concealed Carry Association) Legal Advisory Board. Our mission is to educate, train and legally protect people involved in self-defense, deadly force encounters. During his 23+ year career as a criminal law attorney Mr. Diamond has handled thousands of cases in both State and Federal Court. He has litigated hundreds of cases involving the use or possession of firearms and the legal issues surrounding those allegations. He has litigated issues before FDLE and the Florida Department of Agriculture regarding concealed weapons permitting and the right to own and possess firearms.
Kasey Castillo:
Kasey Castillo is a managing partner at CASTILLO HARPER, APC, and one of the founding partners of the law firm. Kasey heads the Administrative Defense and Criminal Defense Divisions of the firm. Kasey handles the criminal defense of peace officers, including those facing state and federal prosecution and criminal and civil grand juries. Kasey is part of the firm’s Critical Incident Response Team, and often responds to officer-involved shootings, major uses of force, and in-custody deaths. Kasey is also proud to protect the rights of those who concealed carry as a panel attorney for the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA).
Eric Puryear:
Attorney Puryear founded Puryear Law. P.C. to provide clients with professional, prompt, and diligent legal services. He firmly believes that the role of an attorney is to help his clients with the many legal issues that each of us faces in the modern world, and to do so in a way that builds trust and confidence. Towards that end, he prides himself on taking as much time as is needed to meet with his clients – face to face. Along the same lines, he ensures that phone calls and emails to his office are promptly returned, and that clients are not left waiting for the legal services that he knows they need. In sum, he doesn't consider his job done until his client’s needs have been fully met.
As a person with extensive computer and technology experience (including a degree in Computer Science), Mr. Puryear knows that using the right technology is essential in today’s world. That’s why he makes use of the latest technology in his law practice. He has found that making maximum use of secure, encrypted computer and communication technology has enabled him to reduce costs and improve the quality of his legal services. The net result is lower legal fees for his clients, better service for his clients, and fewer environmental resources consumed by needless printing/copying.
Steven Lieberman:
Steven Lieberman Esq. is a use of force attorney working with law enforcement and legally armed civilians in protocols, training, as well as civil and criminal culpability compliance issues. He is the co-owner of the Artemis Defense Institute, a training organization that works with various law enforcement agencies, (both at the State and Federal level), as well as military units and legally armed civilians. His knowledge of use of force protocols, as well as the institutional workings of law enforcement, provides clients with the necessary tools to avoid criminal prosecution, and mitigate civil liability.
Mr. Lieberman is a Captain in the California State Military Reserve, serving in the capacity as a JAG officer to the 40th Infantry Division. He also attained the rank of Eagle Scout in 1985, which was awarded in a joint Court of Honor with his friend Cosmo Taormina.
Irena Stefanovski:
Irena Stefanovski is the youngest attorney to have ever made partner at McDermott Law Group; having done so after only 5 years. She is a very accomplished and aggressive trial attorney, who has successfully litigated multiple murder and attempted murder cases where she’s asserted self defense on behalf of her clients. Her reputation for results has garnered the respect of numerous judges and prosecutors across multiple counties. Irena takes tremendous pride in defending people in court after they’ve been forced to defend themselves out of court.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Room: S103 D
free

Steve Fischer
Home Invasion Response
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Steve Fischer, Manager of Training for the USCCA, will be combining elements from both of the USCCA's core curriculums — Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals and Defensive Shooting Fundamentals — to help attendees gain an understanding of how to reduce the risk of experiencing a home invasion. More importantly, he will explain how to plan, prepare, practice and respond so that the odds favor the good guy instead of the bad guy.
About the speaker:
Steve Fischer started training in the Martial Arts at a young age. His hunting and range experiences with his father and grandfather led him on a lifelong journey and ignited his passion for personal defense and firearms.
While serving in the U.S. Army Reserve, Steve completed training as an Infantry Soldier, Combat Lifesaver, Master Fitness Trainer and Drill Sergeant, eventually becoming an instructor at the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant School. He competed for a number of years as a member of the 84th Division High Power Rifle Team, earning his Army Excellence in Competition Bronze Rifle Badge.
Steve’s commitment to Martial Arts led him to become a full-time Martial Arts Instructor. After 35+ years of teaching and training, he decided to retire from the profession as a Kukkiwon Certified 4th Degree Master Instructor and has since been recommended to skip test to 6th Degree in honor of his long-term commitment to passing on his knowledge.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and has had the privilege of learning from and training with a wide variety of experts, including George Harris, Steven Gilcreast, Massad Ayoob, Rob Pincus, Lew Gosnell, Eric Ingersoll, Chris Currie, Mike Hughes, Dave Young, Anthony Lambert, Deryck Poole, Barret Kendrick and Jason Speller.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Room: S103 B
free

Kevin Dixie
Fighting for Freedom in a Free Land: Black Peoples Path to Gun Ownership
Kevin Dixie
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In this discussion, Kevin Dixie will cover the history of the U.S. and why the right to carry a firearm is so significant to all Americans. Once a person has decided to act on the human right to defend himself or herself, one must appreciate the responsibility that comes with it and what this choice signifies. It’s much more than simply carrying a gun. How has the person subconsciously decided to make the community safer? Kevin will help you answer that and other related questions during this presentation.
Kevin will also address the biases individuals have formed. What does the bad guy look like when someone imagines a self-defense scenario? Does the bad guy always look, dress and speak the same? As protectors, we must exclude these biases. How do we subdue those thoughts and think outside these confines?
Having worked 10 years in law enforcement, Kevin has been exposed to people making rash decisions based on what their conscious has come to believe was a threat. This has cost many people their freedom and the ability to protect what they love. Kevin’s job was to apprehend some of the most ruthless human beings imaginable … and now he wants to prevent good people from being misidentified as criminals.
About the speaker:
Kevin Dixie, a St. Louis native, wears multiple hats in his nationwide mission to strengthen communities. As owner-operator of No Other Choice Firearms Training (NOC) and USCCA Training Counselor, he passionately promotes responsible firearm use and advocates for gun rights. His journey, shaped by a challenging upbringing, led him to encourage positive change and Civil Rights advocacy. With over 21 years dedicated to his mission, he founded impactful initiatives like Aiming for the Truth, healing broken families, and the Greenwood Project, empowering families with self-reliance skills. As a devoted husband and father, Kevin envisions a resilient community for all.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Room: S102 D
free

BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
Be Your Own Defender: Police-Designed Less Lethal Training and Tools
BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
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Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) is a legendary provider of tactical equipment and training to law enforcement. And they’re now introducing their first-ever civilian training program. This presentation will give you an overview of the new “Be Your Own Defender®” (BYOD) course, including Instructor Certification opportunities. You’ll also learn about the ASP Defender OC (pepper spray) devices featured in the training classes. Make sure to stop by the ASP/BYOD booth (#337) during the Expo, to learn more about the courses and check out the Defender products, and enter to win one for yourself.
About the speaker:
Ray Johnson:
Ray has been in the ASP family since he became a law enforcement Instructor in 2014. He became a Trainer four years later, and has now added Southeast Sales Director to his resume with the company. Ray has a deep background in training, beginning with his military career—he served in Desert Storm/Desert Shield, and taught nuclear, biological, chemical warfare survivability—and continuing through ten years as a law enforcement firearms instructor. As you’ll see when you watch his presentation, Ray is a passionate, high-energy trainer, and he’s excited to bring his experience and expertise to the civilian personal defense world.
Michael Hess:
Michael is ASP’s Vice President of Marketing, as well as an ASP law enforcement Instructor and Be Your Own Defender (BYOD) Trainer. While his professional life with ASP focuses on less-lethal equipment and training, Michael is also a lifelong “gun guy.” He’s a firearms instructor, and particularly loves to teach new shooters to be safe and competent. And he’s looking forward to bringing that same passion for teaching to students and prospective Instructors in the Be Your Own Defender program.
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

Michael Martin
The Use of Force and the Aftermath
Michael Martin
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If you’ve ever imagined finding yourself in a self-defense situation, you may have envisioned a heroic ending where you successfully defended yourself or your family from an armed attacker. But have you ever thought about what would occur in the immediate aftermath of a use of force? The seminar, The Legal Use of Force and its Aftermath explores the multiple decision points you must face if you find yourself with no other choice but to use deadly force to stop an attack. In this seminar, Michael Martin, author of the USCCA textbook, Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, uses a variety of deadly force scenarios to coach his audience through each decision point that will occur before, during, and after a use of deadly force. These scenarios will examine whether any other option exists and will explore exactly how the police, the prosecutor, and even a jury may view a case. The seminar culminates with a real-world claim of “self-defense" where the audience gets to act as the prosecuting attorney, where they will get to make the ultimate decision on whether to charge a concealed carry permit holder with a crime or to set them free.
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Room: S103 D
free
Demonstration & Women's Concealed Carry Showroom Schedule
Demonstrations are held on demo stages inside the exhibit hall.

Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
AR-15 Home Defense: Will You Land the Shot?
Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
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Join Gavin and Justin Peters on the demo stage as they discuss the benefits of using an AR-15 for home defense. They will explain what mechanical offset is and why it occurs, how it affects where your shot impacts, and why it's important to understand if you plan on using an AR-15 to defend your home.
About the speaker:
Gavin Glasenapp:
Gavin Glasenapp learned to responsibly use firearms at an early age from his father, a career firefighter in the U.S. Air Force. Growing up, he enjoyed recreational target shooting and a variety of hunting. Life as a military brat offered him the opportunity to live in many places, but his mother and father eventually settled in southeastern Wisconsin.
As an adult, Gavin followed in his father’s footsteps and enlisted in the U.S. Army. He initially enlisted as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist (Cavalry Scout), but early in his career, successfully applied for the Army’s Warrant Officer Flight Training program. Gavin completed the Army’s Rotary Wing Flight School and started his aviation journey as an AH-64 Apache pilot. About halfway through his twenty years in the Army, he transitioned to the MH-47 Chinook, flying in a special operations aviation unit. He deployed over a dozen times to Afghanistan, Iraq, and other locations worldwide. Gavin also served as a standardization instructor pilot in both the Apache and Chinook and was qualified as a tactical operations officer. While in the Army, Gavin also completed his bachelor’s degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Following retirement from the US Army, Gavin went on to serve nearly three years as a patrol officer of a police department located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Gavin served as an Assistant Patrol Leader and was grateful for several training opportunities. For example, he was able to become S.W.A.T. qualified and attend schools such as Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training and Crisis Intervention Training.
Gavin now proudly works at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA, serving in the Training Division as a Field Operations Manager. He leads a team of Field Training Specialists and Training Operations Coordinators, whose goal is to grow the business of USCCA Official Partners by advising and onboarding them to training and education programs. He is also a Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 programs.
Gavin enjoys building model kits, reading, and obsessing over anything Star Wars.
Justin Peters:
Justin Peters is the Training Counselor Coordinator within the Training Division at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA. He is a Senior Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 Fundamentals curriculums. Justin developed an interest in firearms at an early age and had aspirations of becoming a police officer. Shortly after receiving a degree in Criminal Justice, he was hired at Delta Defense. He took his passion for helping others, and his motivation for wanting to become a police officer, and applied it to firearms instruction. When he isn’t teaching he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children, being outdoors, and cooking.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
Be Your Own Defender: Police-Designed Less Lethal Training and Tools
BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
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About the presentation:
Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) is a legendary provider of tactical equipment and training to law enforcement. And they’re now introducing their first-ever civilian training program. This presentation will give you an overview of the new “Be Your Own Defender®” (BYOD) course, including Instructor Certification opportunities. You’ll also learn about the ASP Defender OC (pepper spray) devices featured in the training classes. Make sure to stop by the ASP/BYOD booth (#337) during the Expo, to learn more about the courses and check out the Defender products, and enter to win one for yourself.
About the speaker:
Ray Johnson:
Ray has been in the ASP family since he became a law enforcement Instructor in 2014. He became a Trainer four years later, and has now added Southeast Sales Director to his resume with the company. Ray has a deep background in training, beginning with his military career—he served in Desert Storm/Desert Shield, and taught nuclear, biological, chemical warfare survivability—and continuing through ten years as a law enforcement firearms instructor. As you’ll see when you watch his presentation, Ray is a passionate, high-energy trainer, and he’s excited to bring his experience and expertise to the civilian personal defense world.
Michael Hess:
Michael is ASP’s Vice President of Marketing, as well as an ASP law enforcement Instructor and Be Your Own Defender (BYOD) Trainer. While his professional life with ASP focuses on less-lethal equipment and training, Michael is also a lifelong “gun guy.” He’s a firearms instructor, and particularly loves to teach new shooters to be safe and competent. And he’s looking forward to bringing that same passion for teaching to students and prospective Instructors in the Be Your Own Defender program.
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

Jared Yanis
Guns & Gadgets
Jared Yanis
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Jared retired from a law enforcement career of 24 years to focus on his true passion, being a staunch 2nd Amendment advocate. He is a proud father and husband and thoroughly enjoys teaching others about their Constitutional Rights and how they can influence legislators at the local, state, and federal levels.
He runs the Guns & Gadgets YouTube Channel where he helps you learn how to be an advocate for our right to keep and bear arms and stay up to date on all of the litigation and legislation affecting the 2nd Amendment.
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

Tim Schmidt
Meet & Greet with Tim Schmidt
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Tim Schmidt is the Chairman & Co-Founder of the United States Concealed Carry Association and the CEO & Co-Founder of Delta Defense. As the founder of one of America’s fastest-growing companies, Tim forged the USCCA into the nation’s leading organization focused solely on empowering those who want to protect the people they love.
Tim founded the USCCA in 2003 when he launched Concealed Carry Magazine during his own self-defense awakening. His company Delta Defense, the service provider of the USCCA, has since been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies every year from 2012 to 2020.
The USCCA now has more than 750,000 active members, 3 million newsletter subscribers and employs over 660 people.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
free

Sean Curtis
Sean Curtis
Sean Curtis
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Before Sean Curtis came to Pew Pew Tactical, he completed a 22.5-year career in law enforcement. During his tenure, he served 15 years at a sheriff’s office, working assignments as a Patrol Commander, SWAT Team Leader, Emergency Management Type III Incident Commander, and Assistant Fire Marshal. He finished his career at a District Attorney’s Office where he worked as an Investigator. His responsibilities were workplace security/safety, firearms instruction, and five years in the Special Victims Unit.
Now, Sean is a Content Producer for Pew Pew Tactical, discussing firearms, accessories, and related skills in articles and videos.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
VIKTOS
VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
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Led by Industry Specialist, This presentation brings awareness of the VIKTOS Brand and how clothing turns into gear.
Topics covered include: How to maximize your gear to have the most comfortability and mobility while carrying a firearm or blade, wearing with layers utilizing our gun vent zipper system and managing your gear while carrying in crowded places using our sling bags.
About the speaker:
Daniel Liss is the Eastern Regional Sales Manager for VIKTOS LLC. With over 14 years of experience as a Paratrooper in the US Army, contracting for the state department as a Close Quarter Battle Subject Matter Expert, and product training for major corporations. Dan has used his experience to continue building trust and report with the VIKTOS Brand by utilizing his background with government agencies and dealers all over the U.S. Daniel spends his free time competing in IDPA and other shooting sports.
Dan is an active member of several organizations, including the National Rifle Association (NRA), United States Conceal Carry Association (USCCA), Gun Owners of America (GOA), and International Defensive Pistol Shooting Association (IDPA)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

TASER: Sara Morrell
Employing a Taser in Self-Defense
TASER: Sara Morrell
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Join Sara Morrell for a live demonstration on how to properly engage a Taser for self-defense. Witness the effect Taser deployment has on a live volunteer and ask any questions you would like of the Taser representatives.
About the speaker:
Sara Morrell was in Law Enforcement for 15 years prior to joining TASER Self-Defense. She joined on the Law Enforcement Training side of the business and now runs the civilian training division for the company. She has been with TASER for 7 years and has a passion for teaching people safe and effective self-defense.
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
Setting up Your AR-15 for Home Defense
Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
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Interested in purchasing an AR-15? Already have one but don't know the best way to accessorize it to fit your specific needs? This class will guide you through selecting an appropriate AR-15 for home defense, and the accessories that will ensure your rifle is correctly set up for home defense applications with slings, lights, and optics.
About the speaker:
Gavin Glasenapp:
Gavin Glasenapp learned to responsibly use firearms at an early age from his father, a career firefighter in the U.S. Air Force. Growing up, he enjoyed recreational target shooting and a variety of hunting. Life as a military brat offered him the opportunity to live in many places, but his mother and father eventually settled in southeastern Wisconsin.
As an adult, Gavin followed in his father’s footsteps and enlisted in the U.S. Army. He initially enlisted as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist (Cavalry Scout), but early in his career, successfully applied for the Army’s Warrant Officer Flight Training program. Gavin completed the Army’s Rotary Wing Flight School and started his aviation journey as an AH-64 Apache pilot. About halfway through his twenty years in the Army, he transitioned to the MH-47 Chinook, flying in a special operations aviation unit. He deployed over a dozen times to Afghanistan, Iraq, and other locations worldwide. Gavin also served as a standardization instructor pilot in both the Apache and Chinook and was qualified as a tactical operations officer. While in the Army, Gavin also completed his bachelor’s degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Following retirement from the US Army, Gavin went on to serve nearly three years as a patrol officer of a police department located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Gavin served as an Assistant Patrol Leader and was grateful for several training opportunities. For example, he was able to become S.W.A.T. qualified and attend schools such as Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training and Crisis Intervention Training.
Gavin now proudly works at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA, serving in the Training Division as a Field Operations Manager. He leads a team of Field Training Specialists and Training Operations Coordinators, whose goal is to grow the business of USCCA Official Partners by advising and onboarding them to training and education programs. He is also a Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 programs.
Gavin enjoys building model kits, reading, and obsessing over anything Star Wars.
Justin Peters:
Justin Peters is the Training Counselor Coordinator within the Training Division at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA. He is a Senior Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 Fundamentals curriculums. Justin developed an interest in firearms at an early age and had aspirations of becoming a police officer. Shortly after receiving a degree in Criminal Justice, he was hired at Delta Defense. He took his passion for helping others, and his motivation for wanting to become a police officer, and applied it to firearms instruction. When he isn’t teaching he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children, being outdoors, and cooking.
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
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Jared Yanis
Meet & Greet with Guns & Gadgets
Jared Yanis
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Jared retired from a law enforcement career of 24 years to focus on his true passion, being a staunch 2nd Amendment advocate. He is a proud father and husband and thoroughly enjoys teaching others about their Constitutional Rights and how they can influence legislators at the local, state, and federal levels.
He runs the Guns & Gadgets YouTube Channel where he helps you learn how to be an advocate for our right to keep and bear arms and stay up to date on all of the litigation and legislation affecting the 2nd Amendment.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
free

VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
VIKTOS
VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
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Led by Industry Specialist, This presentation brings awareness of the VIKTOS Brand and how clothing turns into gear.
Topics covered include: How to maximize your gear to have the most comfortability and mobility while carrying a firearm or blade, wearing with layers utilizing our gun vent zipper system and managing your gear while carrying in crowded places using our sling bags.
About the speaker:
Daniel Liss is the Eastern Regional Sales Manager for VIKTOS LLC. With over 14 years of experience as a Paratrooper in the US Army, contracting for the state department as a Close Quarter Battle Subject Matter Expert, and product training for major corporations. Dan has used his experience to continue building trust and report with the VIKTOS Brand by utilizing his background with government agencies and dealers all over the U.S. Daniel spends his free time competing in IDPA and other shooting sports.
Dan is an active member of several organizations, including the National Rifle Association (NRA), United States Conceal Carry Association (USCCA), Gun Owners of America (GOA), and International Defensive Pistol Shooting Association (IDPA)
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
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Michael Martin
Save a Life, Control the Bleed
Michael Martin
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Serious arterial bleeding from a gunshot wound, a knife wound, or from other significant trauma can end a victim’s life in minutes. While that trauma victim ultimately needs to be in surgery in the hands of a skilled surgeon, the act of saving the person's life will be very likely be performed in the field by a lay rescuer, well before the surgeon even knows the patient is on his or her way to the emergency room. The USCCA mini-course, Save a Life, Control the Bleed, is designed to teach you those life-saving skills including: Knowing how to properly apply a commercial tourniquet or fashion a field expedient one; how to apply a compression bandage; how to pack a wound when no other option exists; and how to treat a patient who has sustained a penetrating injury to the torso. This seminar not only walks you through each of those interventions, it provides hands-on practical exercises with commercial and field expedient versions of each. The seminar culminates with a real-world scenario where volunteers from the audience will be plunged into an emergency situation, requiring teamwork and your newly obtained skills to ultimately save the life of a severely injured victim. Don’t miss this seminar presented by Michael Martin, the creator of the USCCA mini-course, Save a Life, Control the Bleed, and the author of the USCCA textbook, Emergency First Aid Fundamentals.
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

Colion Noir
Meet & Greet with Colion Noir
Colion Noir
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Colion Noir, a steadfast defender of the Second Amendment, exudes an unwavering passion for preserving our constitutional rights. As a charismatic and influential voice, he fearlessly advocates for responsible gun ownership and education. Noir's advocacy transcends politics, empowering individuals to exercise their right to self-defense while fostering a safer and more informed society. His commitment to the Second Amendment embodies a profound dedication to the liberties that define our nation's identity.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
free

Tim Kennedy
How You do One Thing, is How You do Everything
Tim Kennedy
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Tim Kennedy is a Master Sergeant with the United States Army Green Berets and a Special Forces sniper with multiple combat deployments. He is a former professional mixed martial arts fighter and two-time title challenger, having fought for the largest organizations in the world including the UFC, Strikeforce, IFL, and the WEC. Tim holds numerous black belts including Brazilian jujitsu and U.S. Army Combatives.
Kennedy has been featured on numerous TV shows including HISTORY Channel's show, ‘Hunting Hitler’, and the Discovery Channel’s series, ‘Hard To Kill’. A regular on Joe Rogan and Jocko’s podcasts, Tim inspires current and future generations of patriotic freedom-loving Americans.
Kennedy is a serial entrepreneur now owning nearly a dozen companies and is a New York Times best-selling author for his book Scars And Stripes. Scars and Stripes was the number-one audiobook in the world for more than 13 weeks. Kennedy is the Founder of Apogee Cedar Park and Co-Founder of Apogee Strong. With curriculums built on empowerment, mental resilience, and fortitude, Apogee tackles the urgent issues of a weakened society. Tim Kennedy was one of four special operation operatives that flew into Kabul Afghanistan as a civilian volunteer to assist with the evacuation of America’s allies for the NGO Save Our Allies (SOA). After ten days of operations, SOA saved nearly 17,000 lives while staging out of Hamid Karzai International Airport (HKIA). Kennedy is the president and a founding member of Save Our Allies. He serves as an ambassador and advisor to The Independence Fund to prevent veteran suicide.
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
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Tim Schmidt
Meet & Greet with Tim Schmidt
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Tim Schmidt is the Chairman & Co-Founder of the United States Concealed Carry Association and the CEO & Co-Founder of Delta Defense. As the founder of one of America’s fastest-growing companies, Tim forged the USCCA into the nation’s leading organization focused solely on empowering those who want to protect the people they love.
Tim founded the USCCA in 2003 when he launched Concealed Carry Magazine during his own self-defense awakening. His company Delta Defense, the service provider of the USCCA, has since been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies every year from 2012 to 2020.
The USCCA now has more than 750,000 active members, 3 million newsletter subscribers and employs over 660 people.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
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Beth Alcazar
Range Etiquette 101
Beth Alcazar
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In addition to adhering to the four universal gun safety rules at all times, there are some norms, expectations, and etiquette basics people should follow at the shooting range. To have a safe and enjoyable time on your first – or your next – trip, be sure to use these simple, everyday range etiquette tips. You may just find out that everything you need to know about the shooting range, you learned in kindergarten!
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Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
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Tim Kennedy
Meet & Greet with Tim Kennedy
Tim Kennedy
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Tim Kennedy is a Master Sergeant with the United States Army Green Berets and a Special Forces sniper with multiple combat deployments. He is a former professional mixed martial arts fighter and two-time title challenger, having fought for the largest organizations in the world including the UFC, Strikeforce, IFL, and the WEC. Tim holds numerous black belts including Brazilian jujitsu and U.S. Army Combatives.
Kennedy has been featured on numerous TV shows including HISTORY Channel's show, ‘Hunting Hitler’, and the Discovery Channel’s series, ‘Hard To Kill’. A regular on Joe Rogan and Jocko’s podcasts, Tim inspires current and future generations of patriotic freedom-loving Americans.
Kennedy is a serial entrepreneur now owning nearly a dozen companies and is a New York Times best-selling author for his book Scars And Stripes. Scars and Stripes was the number-one audiobook in the world for more than 13 weeks. Kennedy is the Founder of Apogee Cedar Park and Co-Founder of Apogee Strong. With curriculums built on empowerment, mental resilience, and fortitude, Apogee tackles the urgent issues of a weakened society. Tim Kennedy was one of four special operation operatives that flew into Kabul Afghanistan as a civilian volunteer to assist with the evacuation of America’s allies for the NGO Save Our Allies (SOA). After ten days of operations, SOA saved nearly 17,000 lives while staging out of Hamid Karzai International Airport (HKIA). Kennedy is the president and a founding member of Save Our Allies. He serves as an ambassador and advisor to The Independence Fund to prevent veteran suicide.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
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Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
AR-15 Home Defense: Will You Land the Shot?
Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
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Join Gavin and Justin Peters on the demo stage as they discuss the benefits of using an AR-15 for home defense. They will explain what mechanical offset is and why it occurs, how it affects where your shot impacts, and why it's important to understand if you plan on using an AR-15 to defend your home.
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Gavin Glasenapp:
Gavin Glasenapp learned to responsibly use firearms at an early age from his father, a career firefighter in the U.S. Air Force. Growing up, he enjoyed recreational target shooting and a variety of hunting. Life as a military brat offered him the opportunity to live in many places, but his mother and father eventually settled in southeastern Wisconsin.
As an adult, Gavin followed in his father’s footsteps and enlisted in the U.S. Army. He initially enlisted as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist (Cavalry Scout), but early in his career, successfully applied for the Army’s Warrant Officer Flight Training program. Gavin completed the Army’s Rotary Wing Flight School and started his aviation journey as an AH-64 Apache pilot. About halfway through his twenty years in the Army, he transitioned to the MH-47 Chinook, flying in a special operations aviation unit. He deployed over a dozen times to Afghanistan, Iraq, and other locations worldwide. Gavin also served as a standardization instructor pilot in both the Apache and Chinook and was qualified as a tactical operations officer. While in the Army, Gavin also completed his bachelor’s degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Following retirement from the US Army, Gavin went on to serve nearly three years as a patrol officer of a police department located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Gavin served as an Assistant Patrol Leader and was grateful for several training opportunities. For example, he was able to become S.W.A.T. qualified and attend schools such as Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training and Crisis Intervention Training.
Gavin now proudly works at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA, serving in the Training Division as a Field Operations Manager. He leads a team of Field Training Specialists and Training Operations Coordinators, whose goal is to grow the business of USCCA Official Partners by advising and onboarding them to training and education programs. He is also a Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 programs.
Gavin enjoys building model kits, reading, and obsessing over anything Star Wars.
Justin Peters:
Justin Peters is the Training Counselor Coordinator within the Training Division at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA. He is a Senior Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 Fundamentals curriculums. Justin developed an interest in firearms at an early age and had aspirations of becoming a police officer. Shortly after receiving a degree in Criminal Justice, he was hired at Delta Defense. He took his passion for helping others, and his motivation for wanting to become a police officer, and applied it to firearms instruction. When he isn’t teaching he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children, being outdoors, and cooking.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
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Jared Yanis
Guns & Gadgets
Jared Yanis
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Jared retired from a law enforcement career of 24 years to focus on his true passion, being a staunch 2nd Amendment advocate. He is a proud father and husband and thoroughly enjoys teaching others about their Constitutional Rights and how they can influence legislators at the local, state, and federal levels.
He runs the Guns & Gadgets YouTube Channel where he helps you learn how to be an advocate for our right to keep and bear arms and stay up to date on all of the litigation and legislation affecting the 2nd Amendment.
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free
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Dave Young
Firearms Survival Tactics: When Your Life Depends on Your Performance
Dave Young
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Uncover the firearms tactics relied on by elite military and law enforcement personnel with expert firearms trainer Dave Young. Learn what to do when someone is pointing a gun at you, how to work as a team with a family member or bystander, how to control your angles of fire, the strategies you need to know in order to win against all odds and much more.
This is a hands-on course that will help you build the skills and knowledge necessary to save your life and the lives of those around you in a variety of life-threatening scenarios.
About the speaker:
Dave Young is a nationally recognized defensive tactics instructor with a 30-year history in military and civilian law enforcement. As the founder and director of ARMA Training and U.S. Fighting Systems, Dave has dedicated his life to defensive training instruction. Specializing in personal and officer survival, crowd management, and non-lethal weaponry, he has been featured on the National Geographic channel and sits on the boards of PoliceOne.com and Police Magazine.
Dave is an active member of several organizations, including the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA), National Rifle Association (NRA) and Georgia International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (GALEFI).
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom D
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Donna Anthony
Intruder Awareness & Church Security Reality-Based Training 2 in 1
Donna Anthony
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This hands-on class consists of two distinct 1.5-hour reality-based training sessions that will help students sharpen their gun-handling skills in a variety of simulated, real-world situations. Course sessions will cover firearms handling, proper tactical movement, appropriate decision-making, a shooting simulator and force-on-force training using T4E-converted handguns that employ non-lethal marking rounds. These converted handguns allow scenario participants to safely fight “attackers” in lethal-force scenarios, followed by a debriefing and assessment of the drill. Participants will be able to determine what works and what doesn't when it comes to their equipment, decision-making capabilities and levels of training. The session is considered to be the highest level of evaluation and application of skills available without having to engage in a real fight.
*NOTE: All attendees are required to bring gloves and long sleeves/hooded sweatshirts. No weapons of any kind are allowed in this course. Attendees are subject to a weapons check before class and will have access to storage units if necessary.
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Donna Anthony has more than 20 years of experience in security and law enforcement. She has served as a sworn police officer in Alaska, an undercover investigator for the Alaska State Trooper Statewide Drug Task Force Unit and an Ohio deputy sheriff. She has collaborated with such federal law enforcement agencies as the U.S. Marshals, DEA, ATF and FBI.
After retiring from the Palmer Police Department, Donna founded the Alaska Investigation Agency, LLC in 2012, and is the owner of Point Blank Firearms & Self Defense Training, LLC. Her passion for self-defense drove her to become a member of the National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association. She is also the national training coordinator for The Well Armed Woman (TWAW), a non-profit organization that educates, equips and empowers women shooters.
Donna has extensive law enforcement training, from hostage negotiation to tactical operations planning, including Rapid Response to an Active Shooter, Undercover Techniques and Anti-Terrorism Training.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: Grand Ballroom B
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George Harris
In the Beginning: Elements to Be Considered Before Buying a Gun & Beyond
George Harris
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This seminar will cover many of the mental, physical, legal and Practical aspects of consideration and preparation for the individuals entering into the realm of owning and carrying a firearm for personal protection, competition, as well as recreational purposes.
Chapter 1 in my Book Marksmanship Simplified covers the Simplicity of Safety and Success removing many of the roadblocks to getting started and Chapter 9 offers a variety of options that a person can pursue to expand their endeavors beyond the basics.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S102
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Mike “Ox” Ochsner
See Quicker Shoot Quicker - Shoot better and have more fun, even if you have trouble shooting with both eyes open, are cross-eye dominant, or wear bifocals or trifocals.
Mike “Ox” Ochsner
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We'll talk about solutions for many of the most frustrating (and common) visual issues people have shooting with both eyes open, cross-eye dominance, or aging eyes that may not see well either near or far.
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Mike "Ox" Ochsner is an NRA, Rangemaster, and Reality Based Training Association instructor, a Force Science Institute Analyst, and a master-level IDPA shooter with a subcompact. His best-selling "Real World Gunfight Training" (RealWorldGunfightTraining.com) and 20+ firearms training courses, targets, and training aids use performance neurology, accelerated learning, and real-world context to help shooters build life-saving skills that work in chaotic, high-stress situations up to 10 times faster than traditional training methods.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S101 D
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Julia Valencia
Women’s Self-Defense Workshop: Working Your Way to the Gun
Julia Valencia
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In this workshop, Julia Valencia will provide an introduction to tried-and-true self-defense tactics. Attendees will learn how to increase awareness, build confidence, maximize their safety and execute the appropriate close quarters draw from various positions and platforms.
About the speaker:
Julia Valencia is an accomplished, well-respected law enforcement officer and trainer. She is a premier Defensive Tactics and Combatives Instructor who provides training at local police agencies, the Police Academy and even to security teams outside of the U.S. Julia was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2016 for instruction in tactical training and women’s self-defense. She is the only female primary instructor for the nationally known defensive tactics training group “Arrestling” and a lead instructor for Next Level Training (SIRT). In 2018, she earned the title of “Officer of the Year.” She is currently assigned as a police Corporal with her agency and is the first female motorcycle officer there. She has also recently taken a position at West Coast Armory/Bellevue Gun Club helping citizens understand firearms and the legalities of gun ownership. Julia is passionate about personal safety, community service and family.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S102 C
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Michael Martin
Countering the Mass Shooter Threat
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In the seminar, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, author Michael Martin reviews data gathered from more than 90 mass shootings that have occurred since Columbine to determine what can be learned from these terrible tragedies. Using that data, Martin dispels the anti-gun myths that a reduction in magazine capacity or the banning of AR-15s or any other firearm type could have prevented even a single attack or reduced the carnage. Martin goes on to analyze whether other proposals by anti-gun groups would have an effect, including universal background checks or red flag laws; and whether “gun-free zones” help or hurt. Martin summarizes this seminar with a point-by-point plan designed to eliminate the scourge of these shooters once and for all, based upon hard facts, and not emotion. If you’re ready to learn more about how to protect your house of worship, your children’s school, or your place of business, don’t miss this seminar presented by the author of the USCCA textbook, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat.
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Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Room: S103 D
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Beth Alcazar
Children's Firearm Safety Fundamentals
Beth Alcazar
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New! Discover how to talk to Parents and kids about Firearms and gun safety. Find out how to educate children at different stages and ages of life, as well as presenting to a family, the variety of safety topics, to include proper storage, handling, and use of a firearms for protection. Let's work together educate our children on responsible gun ownership.
This Class is For:
Parents who have recently purchased a firearm.
Families who want to learn more about safety.
New and experienced firearm owners interested in talking to their kids about firearms safety and use
About the speaker:
Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Room: S103 B
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Christopher Paquette & Mike South
Concealed Draw
Christopher Paquette & Mike South
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In this seminar, you will be exposed to and learn proper techniques to safely draw and recover to a concealed carry holster. You will also work on improving draw speed from your preferred method of concealed carry while establishing a good shooting grip. This seminar will also review the importance of a solid shooting platform and of establishing a “shooter’s grip” prior to drawing the firearm from the holster.
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Christopher Paquette:
Christopher Paquette, also known as “Paco,” currently teaches pistol, rifle, and shotgun courses. He also
helps with a few tactical courses offered at the SIG Sauer Academy. Prior to working at the Academy, Chris retired as a lieutenant with a state agency after 20 years and is currently a special deputy with a sheriff’s department. During Chris’s time in law enforcement, he worked patrol, investigations, undercover, prosecution and training and was a SWAT operator. In his last 4.5 years, he was the firearms bureau commander at a state-run police academy, where he trained recruits and in-service officers in the use of firearms and use-of-force decision-making.
Mike South:
Mike comes to the SIG Sauer Academy with more than 24 years of combined military and law enforcement experience. Prior to federal law enforcement, Mike spent four years in USMC Infantry and is a first Gulf War vet with numerous awards and commendations. He also spent 10 years combined in local (NH) law enforcement and is a certified instructor in pistol, rifle, shotgun, ASP, handcuffing, OC spray, officer survival, motor vehicle tactics and use of force. Mike spent seven years with the Department of Energy (Office of Secure Transportation), serving as a federal agent with the Special Response Force (SRF), a highly trained full-time tactical team whose duties include mission support and recovery. Mike trained in close-quarters battle (CQB); explosive and mechanical breaches; urban and motor vehicle assaults; designated marksman (sniper with the SR 25 platform); and surveillance and counter surveillance. Mike spent seven years as a U.S. air marshal within the Department of Homeland Security. During this time, he received the “Director’s Award” and the “Distinguished Expert” award. Mike is an active NRA and FLEO member.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Room: S102 B
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Mike “Ox” Ochsner
How to Add Real-World Context to At-Home Training
Mike “Ox” Ochsner
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Are you training to save a life with a gun or poke holes in paper? We'll discuss 6 aspects of real-world gunfights that are ignored by conventional training and how to add them to your training. When you add real-world context to training, studies show that you'll react 4X faster, you'll make better choices, and you'll be more accurate under stress.
About the speaker:
Mike "Ox" Ochsner is an NRA, Rangemaster, and Reality Based Training Association instructor, a Force Science Institute Analyst, and a master-level IDPA shooter with a subcompact. His best-selling "Real World Gunfight Training" (RealWorldGunfightTraining.com) and 20+ firearms training courses, targets, and training aids use performance neurology, accelerated learning, and real-world context to help shooters build life-saving skills that work in chaotic, high-stress situations up to 10 times faster than traditional training methods.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: S101 D
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George Harris
The Importance of Good Equipment: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
George Harris
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The topic of The Importance of Good Equipment, Choosing the Right Tool for the Job eliminates the random purchase of shooting equipment without the shooter knowing or understanding what they really need to accomplish their intended mission.
Chapter 10 of Marksmanship Simplified will guide the reader in optimizing the selection of safety gear, firearms, ammunition and accessories for their chosen purpose. Beyond selection of equipment is the validation of the equipment for the shooters intended purpose. This chapter will also help with upgrades and new purchases as the shooter evolves on their journey to increasing performance.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Room: S102 D
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Julia Valencia
Safety Planning and Rehearsal: At Home, At Work, and In Public
Julia Valencia
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THINK SAFE, ACT SAFE, BE SAFE: This presentation will inspire you to be your safest self: protect yourself and those around you through simple planning and tactics. Learn how you can enhance your safety at work, home and out in public. We will explore mindset, awareness and how to minimize opportunity for assaults, thefts and injury.
About the speaker:
Julia Valencia is an accomplished, well-respected law enforcement officer and trainer. She is a premier Defensive Tactics and Combatives Instructor who provides training at local police agencies, the Police Academy and even to security teams outside of the U.S. Julia was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2016 for instruction in tactical training and women’s self-defense. She is the only female primary instructor for the nationally known defensive tactics training group “Arrestling” and a lead instructor for Next Level Training (SIRT). In 2018, she earned the title of “Officer of the Year.” She is currently assigned as a police Corporal with her agency and is the first female motorcycle officer there. She has also recently taken a position at West Coast Armory/Bellevue Gun Club helping citizens understand firearms and the legalities of gun ownership. Julia is passionate about personal safety, community service and family.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S103 B
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Holly Schneider & Andrew Nett
Best Version of Self: Be a Part of the Mental Health Solution
Holly Schneider & Andrew Nett
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Understanding and being consistent with our values. Creating your best version of you, and recognizing when we are in and out of alignment with yourself. We will teach tools to notice when we are in bias and pull ourselves back on track.
About the speaker:
Holly Schneider:
Holly is a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of expertise, specializing in multiple clinical frameworks, including CBT, DBT & EMDR. She has been a Life Coach at Delta Defense, LLC in West Bend, Wisconsin since 2019, promoting mental health wellbeing to employees through individual coaching, group skill development, and culture training. Prior to Delta Defense, she worked professionally in behavioral health inpatient care, adolescent residential treatment, in-home family therapy, and outpatient clinical practice. In 2020 Holly won a moral courage award through the Wellness Council of Wisconsin for implementing successful mental health coaching in the workplace. Her mission in life is to help leaders be the best version of themselves, regardless of what they carry in their backpack. Known as a “toolbox” coach, she is an author, counselor and public speaker gaining traction in her unique training for organizational culture. Released in 2021, her book, Carry Your Own Backpack: Simple Tools To Help You Live Peacefully is a guide to emotional wellbeing and healthy relationships. Her easy tools help define healthy boundaries, encouraging alignment with values. The book comes with a clinical toolbox for emotional, cognitive and behavioral skills that can be practically applied.
Andrew Nett:
Andrew is a licensed clinical social worker with a demonstrated history working in the mental healthcare industry. He has provided care for in-patient and out-patient settings, and has experience working with children, adults, couples, and groups. Andrew is skilled in treating mental health and substance abuse through a variety of interventions and modalities. Bringing clinical expertise to the workplace, Andrew currently works for Delta Defense. Providing individual and group coaching to all employees on personal and professional needs. Delta utilizes Andrew as a culture trainer, teaching new employees necessary emotional intelligence skills. Andrew also serves Delta by facilitating sessions with teams to resolve conflict and improve collaboration so the organization can more effectively serve customers. Andrew is passionate about the symbiotic relationship between organization and employee health. He is driven to help businesses build a strong culture, by prioritizing employee wellness, while reducing costs associated with healthcare, turnover and absenteeism. He knows, regardless of title or experience, we all have human elements that make us susceptible to difficulties. Andrew is committed to helping clients understand themselves and use this awareness to be effective and fulfilled in their lives.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S102 C
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Dave Perkins
How to Find the Dot on Pistol-Mounted Optics
Dave Perkins
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The age of technology and devices to improve pistol shooting are upon us. Over the past few years, you’ve likely seen the implantation of pistol-mounted optics. Perhaps you are reluctant to transition from iron sights to a pistol-mounted optic due to the unknown or a lack of understanding of how to quickly learn to observe the dot. During this seminar, you’ll learn a few techniques that will allow you to quickly locate the dot and begin to understand the benefits at all levels.
About the speaker:
Dave Perkins has more than 25 years of experience working in law enforcement, 18 of which were spent
with SWAT, serving as a sniper, team leader and team commander. During his time in law enforcement, he served as the chief firearms and training officer for his agency and the SWAT team. He retired from full-time service as a chief deputy and operations commander and joined the SIG Sauer Academy as a full-time instructor. He has been teaching a wide variety of firearms and tactics-related
classes there for 11 years. Dave received his BA in Criminal Justice from Franklin Pierce College, his MS in Leadership from the University of New England and his Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Education from the University of Virginia. Dave is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy, Session 276, Quantico, VA
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Room: S102 B
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George Harris
Troubleshooting the Troubled Shooter: Identifying & Correcting Common Shooting Mistakes
George Harris
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The topic of Trouble Shooting the Troubled Shooter, Identifying and Correcting Common Shooting Mistakes will help the audience in attendance to detect and correct their own performance deficiencies by understanding what the problem is, why it occurs and how to fix it permanently. Chapter 11 of Marksmanship Simplified provides a comprehensive study of common shooting errors and how to correct those errors with a minimum of effort.
About the speaker:
George Harris has been a leading firearms educator and trainer for more than 40 years. His experiences and interests in teaching others were instrumental in the formulation of his unique approach to firearms training. He co-founded the SIGARMS Academy, an internationally recognized and highly sought-after training institution for armed professionals and responsible citizens. He was awarded the highly coveted U.S. Army Distinguished Marksmanship badges for both Service Pistol and Service Rifle and served as the coach and a firing team member of the World Champion U.S. Army Reserve International Combat Team. George currently serves as the CEO of International Firearms Consultants LLC, a “one-stop shop” for all personal and professional firearms-related needs.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Room: S102 D
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Kevin Dixie
Battling Your Bias
Kevin Dixie
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Self-defense is an incredibly important area of life to focus on. We work extremely hard to provide for and protect our families, however, when was the last time you focused on self-awareness? Have you dealt with some of your prejudices and biases? Sure, you may think you don’t have any of the aforementioned, but the simple fact of the matter is – we all do.
Without a proper understanding of yourself and how you have subconsciously blended self-defense and self-awareness; your unknown or unaddressed perception can lead you to prison.
About the speaker:
Kevin Dixie, a St. Louis native, wears multiple hats in his nationwide mission to strengthen communities. As owner-operator of No Other Choice Firearms Training (NOC) and USCCA Training Counselor, he passionately promotes responsible firearm use and advocates for gun rights. His journey, shaped by a challenging upbringing, led him to encourage positive change and Civil Rights advocacy. With over 21 years dedicated to his mission, he founded impactful initiatives like Aiming for the Truth, healing broken families, and the Greenwood Project, empowering families with self-reliance skills. As a devoted husband and father, Kevin envisions a resilient community for all.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Room: S102 C
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Steve Fischer
Home Invasion Response
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Steve Fischer, Manager of Training for the USCCA, will be combining elements from both of the USCCA's core curriculums — Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals and Defensive Shooting Fundamentals — to help attendees gain an understanding of how to reduce the risk of experiencing a home invasion. More importantly, he will explain how to plan, prepare, practice and respond so that the odds favor the good guy instead of the bad guy.
About the speaker:
Steve Fischer started training in the Martial Arts at a young age. His hunting and range experiences with his father and grandfather led him on a lifelong journey and ignited his passion for personal defense and firearms.
While serving in the U.S. Army Reserve, Steve completed training as an Infantry Soldier, Combat Lifesaver, Master Fitness Trainer and Drill Sergeant, eventually becoming an instructor at the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant School. He competed for a number of years as a member of the 84th Division High Power Rifle Team, earning his Army Excellence in Competition Bronze Rifle Badge.
Steve’s commitment to Martial Arts led him to become a full-time Martial Arts Instructor. After 35+ years of teaching and training, he decided to retire from the profession as a Kukkiwon Certified 4th Degree Master Instructor and has since been recommended to skip test to 6th Degree in honor of his long-term commitment to passing on his knowledge.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Services and has had the privilege of learning from and training with a wide variety of experts, including George Harris, Steven Gilcreast, Massad Ayoob, Rob Pincus, Lew Gosnell, Eric Ingersoll, Chris Currie, Mike Hughes, Dave Young, Anthony Lambert, Deryck Poole, Barret Kendrick and Jason Speller.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Room: S103 D
free

Michael Martin
Save a Life, Control the Bleed
Michael Martin
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Serious arterial bleeding from a gunshot wound, a knife wound, or from other significant trauma can end a victim’s life in minutes. While that trauma victim ultimately needs to be in surgery in the hands of a skilled surgeon, the act of saving the person's life will be very likely be performed in the field by a lay rescuer, well before the surgeon even knows the patient is on his or her way to the emergency room. The USCCA mini-course, Save a Life, Control the Bleed, is designed to teach you those life-saving skills including: Knowing how to properly apply a commercial tourniquet or fashion a field expedient one; how to apply a compression bandage; how to pack a wound when no other option exists; and how to treat a patient who has sustained a penetrating injury to the torso. This seminar not only walks you through each of those interventions, it provides hands-on practical exercises with commercial and field expedient versions of each. The seminar culminates with a real-world scenario where volunteers from the audience will be plunged into an emergency situation, requiring teamwork and your newly obtained skills to ultimately save the life of a severely injured victim. Don’t miss this seminar presented by Michael Martin, the creator of the USCCA mini-course, Save a Life, Control the Bleed, and the author of the USCCA textbook, Emergency First Aid Fundamentals.
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free
Demonstration & Women's Concealed Carry Showroom Schedule
Demonstrations are held on demo stages inside the exhibit hall.

Michael Martin
Save a Life, Control the Bleed
Michael Martin
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Serious arterial bleeding from a gunshot wound, a knife wound, or from other significant trauma can end a victim’s life in minutes. While that trauma victim ultimately needs to be in surgery in the hands of a skilled surgeon, the act of saving the person's life will be very likely be performed in the field by a lay rescuer, well before the surgeon even knows the patient is on his or her way to the emergency room. The USCCA mini-course, Save a Life, Control the Bleed, is designed to teach you those life-saving skills including: Knowing how to properly apply a commercial tourniquet or fashion a field expedient one; how to apply a compression bandage; how to pack a wound when no other option exists; and how to treat a patient who has sustained a penetrating injury to the torso. This seminar not only walks you through each of those interventions, it provides hands-on practical exercises with commercial and field expedient versions of each. The seminar culminates with a real-world scenario where volunteers from the audience will be plunged into an emergency situation, requiring teamwork and your newly obtained skills to ultimately save the life of a severely injured victim. Don’t miss this seminar presented by Michael Martin, the creator of the USCCA mini-course, Save a Life, Control the Bleed, and the author of the USCCA textbook, Emergency First Aid Fundamentals.
About the speaker:
Michael Martin is the researcher and author behind the USCCA textbooks, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat, Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals and Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. In addition to his work with the USCCA, Michael is also certified as a CIRAS (Collaborative Incident Response, Active Shooter) instructor. He teaches police, fire and EMS agencies how to respond to the aftermath of mass shooting events in order to minimize the loss of life. Martin's textbooks and other training materials are currently in use by thousands of USCCA instructors across the U.S., and he is considered one of the nation’s foremost experts in mass shootings. Martin also serves as a full-time firefighter and paramedic in the Twin Cities and is a U.S. Army veteran, with service time in South Korea; Augsburg, Germany; and Washington, D.C.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

Jared Yanis
Guns & Gadgets
Jared Yanis
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Jared retired from a law enforcement career of 24 years to focus on his true passion, being a staunch 2nd Amendment advocate. He is a proud father and husband and thoroughly enjoys teaching others about their Constitutional Rights and how they can influence legislators at the local, state, and federal levels.
He runs the Guns & Gadgets YouTube Channel where he helps you learn how to be an advocate for our right to keep and bear arms and stay up to date on all of the litigation and legislation affecting the 2nd Amendment.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
VIKTOS
VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
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Led by Industry Specialist, This presentation brings awareness of the VIKTOS Brand and how clothing turns into gear.
Topics covered include: How to maximize your gear to have the most comfortability and mobility while carrying a firearm or blade, wearing with layers utilizing our gun vent zipper system and managing your gear while carrying in crowded places using our sling bags.
About the speaker:
Daniel Liss is the Eastern Regional Sales Manager for VIKTOS LLC. With over 14 years of experience as a Paratrooper in the US Army, contracting for the state department as a Close Quarter Battle Subject Matter Expert, and product training for major corporations. Dan has used his experience to continue building trust and report with the VIKTOS Brand by utilizing his background with government agencies and dealers all over the U.S. Daniel spends his free time competing in IDPA and other shooting sports.
Dan is an active member of several organizations, including the National Rifle Association (NRA), United States Conceal Carry Association (USCCA), Gun Owners of America (GOA), and International Defensive Pistol Shooting Association (IDPA)
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
AR-15 Home Defense: Will You Land the Shot?
Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
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Join Gavin and Justin Peters on the demo stage as they discuss the benefits of using an AR-15 for home defense. They will explain what mechanical offset is and why it occurs, how it affects where your shot impacts, and why it's important to understand if you plan on using an AR-15 to defend your home.
About the speaker:
Gavin Glasenapp:
Gavin Glasenapp learned to responsibly use firearms at an early age from his father, a career firefighter in the U.S. Air Force. Growing up, he enjoyed recreational target shooting and a variety of hunting. Life as a military brat offered him the opportunity to live in many places, but his mother and father eventually settled in southeastern Wisconsin.
As an adult, Gavin followed in his father’s footsteps and enlisted in the U.S. Army. He initially enlisted as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist (Cavalry Scout), but early in his career, successfully applied for the Army’s Warrant Officer Flight Training program. Gavin completed the Army’s Rotary Wing Flight School and started his aviation journey as an AH-64 Apache pilot. About halfway through his twenty years in the Army, he transitioned to the MH-47 Chinook, flying in a special operations aviation unit. He deployed over a dozen times to Afghanistan, Iraq, and other locations worldwide. Gavin also served as a standardization instructor pilot in both the Apache and Chinook and was qualified as a tactical operations officer. While in the Army, Gavin also completed his bachelor’s degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Following retirement from the US Army, Gavin went on to serve nearly three years as a patrol officer of a police department located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Gavin served as an Assistant Patrol Leader and was grateful for several training opportunities. For example, he was able to become S.W.A.T. qualified and attend schools such as Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training and Crisis Intervention Training.
Gavin now proudly works at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA, serving in the Training Division as a Field Operations Manager. He leads a team of Field Training Specialists and Training Operations Coordinators, whose goal is to grow the business of USCCA Official Partners by advising and onboarding them to training and education programs. He is also a Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 programs.
Gavin enjoys building model kits, reading, and obsessing over anything Star Wars.
Justin Peters:
Justin Peters is the Training Counselor Coordinator within the Training Division at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA. He is a Senior Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 Fundamentals curriculums. Justin developed an interest in firearms at an early age and had aspirations of becoming a police officer. Shortly after receiving a degree in Criminal Justice, he was hired at Delta Defense. He took his passion for helping others, and his motivation for wanting to become a police officer, and applied it to firearms instruction. When he isn’t teaching he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children, being outdoors, and cooking.
11:45 AM - 12:05 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

Tim Schmidt
Meet & Greet with Tim Schmidt
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Tim Schmidt is the Chairman & Co-Founder of the United States Concealed Carry Association and the CEO & Co-Founder of Delta Defense. As the founder of one of America’s fastest-growing companies, Tim forged the USCCA into the nation’s leading organization focused solely on empowering those who want to protect the people they love.
Tim founded the USCCA in 2003 when he launched Concealed Carry Magazine during his own self-defense awakening. His company Delta Defense, the service provider of the USCCA, has since been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies every year from 2012 to 2020.
The USCCA now has more than 750,000 active members, 3 million newsletter subscribers and employs over 660 people.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
free

BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
Be Your Own Defender: Police-Designed Less Lethal Training and Tools
BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
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Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) is a legendary provider of tactical equipment and training to law enforcement. And they’re now introducing their first-ever civilian training program. This presentation will give you an overview of the new “Be Your Own Defender®” (BYOD) course, including Instructor Certification opportunities. You’ll also learn about the ASP Defender OC (pepper spray) devices featured in the training classes. Make sure to stop by the ASP/BYOD booth (#337) during the Expo, to learn more about the courses and check out the Defender products, and enter to win one for yourself.
About the speaker:
Ray Johnson:
Ray has been in the ASP family since he became a law enforcement Instructor in 2014. He became a Trainer four years later, and has now added Southeast Sales Director to his resume with the company. Ray has a deep background in training, beginning with his military career—he served in Desert Storm/Desert Shield, and taught nuclear, biological, chemical warfare survivability—and continuing through ten years as a law enforcement firearms instructor. As you’ll see when you watch his presentation, Ray is a passionate, high-energy trainer, and he’s excited to bring his experience and expertise to the civilian personal defense world.
Michael Hess:
Michael is ASP’s Vice President of Marketing, as well as an ASP law enforcement Instructor and Be Your Own Defender (BYOD) Trainer. While his professional life with ASP focuses on less-lethal equipment and training, Michael is also a lifelong “gun guy.” He’s a firearms instructor, and particularly loves to teach new shooters to be safe and competent. And he’s looking forward to bringing that same passion for teaching to students and prospective Instructors in the Be Your Own Defender program.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

Jared Yanis
Guns & Gadgets
Jared Yanis
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About the speaker:
Jared retired from a law enforcement career of 24 years to focus on his true passion, being a staunch 2nd Amendment advocate. He is a proud father and husband and thoroughly enjoys teaching others about their Constitutional Rights and how they can influence legislators at the local, state, and federal levels.
He runs the Guns & Gadgets YouTube Channel where he helps you learn how to be an advocate for our right to keep and bear arms and stay up to date on all of the litigation and legislation affecting the 2nd Amendment.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

Beth Alcazar
Storage vs. Staging
Beth Alcazar
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Safety is of utmost importance for gun owners, and with this, it’s important to recognize the difference between storing and staging firearms. With the need for accessibility and the need for security, gun owners must be able to safely navigate the balance. In this session, you will learn different methods, reasons, and options for storing and staging firearms and analyze what features might be best for your home, your family, and your lifestyle.
About the speaker:
Author of Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, associate editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and creator of the Pacifiers & Peacemakers blog, Beth Alcazar has enjoyed nearly two decades of teaching and working in the firearms industry. She holds degrees in language arts, education and communication management and uses her experience and enthusiasm to share safe and responsible firearms ownership and usage with others. Beth is certified through the NRA as a Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Instructor for multiple disciplines. She is also a Certified Instructor through SIG Sauer Academy, ALICE Institute, DRAW School, TWAW, I.C.E. Training and is a USCCA Certified Instructor and Senior Training Counselor. Beth also received the NRA's prestigious Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award for 2019.
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

TASER: Sara Morrell
Employing a Taser in Self-Defense
TASER: Sara Morrell
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Join Sara Morrell for a live demonstration on how to properly engage a Taser for self-defense. Witness the effect Taser deployment has on a live volunteer and ask any questions you would like of the Taser representatives.
About the speaker:
Sara Morrell was in Law Enforcement for 15 years prior to joining TASER Self-Defense. She joined on the Law Enforcement Training side of the business and now runs the civilian training division for the company. She has been with TASER for 7 years and has a passion for teaching people safe and effective self-defense.
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
Setting up Your AR-15 for Home Defense
Gavin Glasenapp & Justin Peters
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Interested in purchasing an AR-15? Already have one but don't know the best way to accessorize it to fit your specific needs? This class will guide you through selecting an appropriate AR-15 for home defense, and the accessories that will ensure your rifle is correctly set up for home defense applications with slings, lights, and optics.
About the speaker:
Gavin Glasenapp:
Gavin Glasenapp learned to responsibly use firearms at an early age from his father, a career firefighter in the U.S. Air Force. Growing up, he enjoyed recreational target shooting and a variety of hunting. Life as a military brat offered him the opportunity to live in many places, but his mother and father eventually settled in southeastern Wisconsin.
As an adult, Gavin followed in his father’s footsteps and enlisted in the U.S. Army. He initially enlisted as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist (Cavalry Scout), but early in his career, successfully applied for the Army’s Warrant Officer Flight Training program. Gavin completed the Army’s Rotary Wing Flight School and started his aviation journey as an AH-64 Apache pilot. About halfway through his twenty years in the Army, he transitioned to the MH-47 Chinook, flying in a special operations aviation unit. He deployed over a dozen times to Afghanistan, Iraq, and other locations worldwide. Gavin also served as a standardization instructor pilot in both the Apache and Chinook and was qualified as a tactical operations officer. While in the Army, Gavin also completed his bachelor’s degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Following retirement from the US Army, Gavin went on to serve nearly three years as a patrol officer of a police department located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Gavin served as an Assistant Patrol Leader and was grateful for several training opportunities. For example, he was able to become S.W.A.T. qualified and attend schools such as Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training and Crisis Intervention Training.
Gavin now proudly works at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA, serving in the Training Division as a Field Operations Manager. He leads a team of Field Training Specialists and Training Operations Coordinators, whose goal is to grow the business of USCCA Official Partners by advising and onboarding them to training and education programs. He is also a Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 programs.
Gavin enjoys building model kits, reading, and obsessing over anything Star Wars.
Justin Peters:
Justin Peters is the Training Counselor Coordinator within the Training Division at Delta Defense, the Official Service Provider for the USCCA. He is a Senior Training Counselor for the USCCA’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, and AR-15 Fundamentals curriculums. Justin developed an interest in firearms at an early age and had aspirations of becoming a police officer. Shortly after receiving a degree in Criminal Justice, he was hired at Delta Defense. He took his passion for helping others, and his motivation for wanting to become a police officer, and applied it to firearms instruction. When he isn’t teaching he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 children, being outdoors, and cooking.
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free

Kevin Michalowski
Meet & Greet with Kevin Michalowski
Kevin Michalowski
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Kevin Michalowski is executive editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and a fully certified law enforcement officer working part time in rural Wisconsin. He is a USCCA and NRA Certified Trainer. Kevin has participated in training across the U.S. as both a student and an instructor in multiple disciplines. These specialties include pistol, rifle, shotgun, empty-hand defense and rapid response to the active shooter. Kevin is passionate about the concealed carry lifestyle, studying the legal, ethical and moral aspects of the use of force in self-defense. He is a graduate of the Force Science Institute Certification Course and has worked as a professional witness and consultant on matters concerning the judicious use of deadly force and deadly force decision-making.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Room: Meet & Greet Booth
free

VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
VIKTOS
VIKTOS: Daniel Liss
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Led by Industry Specialist, This presentation brings awareness of the VIKTOS Brand and how clothing turns into gear.
Topics covered include: How to maximize your gear to have the most comfortability and mobility while carrying a firearm or blade, wearing with layers utilizing our gun vent zipper system and managing your gear while carrying in crowded places using our sling bags.
About the speaker:
Daniel Liss is the Eastern Regional Sales Manager for VIKTOS LLC. With over 14 years of experience as a Paratrooper in the US Army, contracting for the state department as a Close Quarter Battle Subject Matter Expert, and product training for major corporations. Dan has used his experience to continue building trust and report with the VIKTOS Brand by utilizing his background with government agencies and dealers all over the U.S. Daniel spends his free time competing in IDPA and other shooting sports.
Dan is an active member of several organizations, including the National Rifle Association (NRA), United States Conceal Carry Association (USCCA), Gun Owners of America (GOA), and International Defensive Pistol Shooting Association (IDPA)
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Room: VIKTOS Demo Stage
free

BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
Be Your Own Defender: Police-Designed Less Lethal Training and Tools
BYOD Trainers Ray Johnson and Michael Hess
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About the presentation:
Armament Systems and Procedures (ASP) is a legendary provider of tactical equipment and training to law enforcement. And they’re now introducing their first-ever civilian training program. This presentation will give you an overview of the new “Be Your Own Defender®” (BYOD) course, including Instructor Certification opportunities. You’ll also learn about the ASP Defender OC (pepper spray) devices featured in the training classes. Make sure to stop by the ASP/BYOD booth (#337) during the Expo, to learn more about the courses and check out the Defender products, and enter to win one for yourself.
About the speaker:
Ray Johnson:
Ray has been in the ASP family since he became a law enforcement Instructor in 2014. He became a Trainer four years later, and has now added Southeast Sales Director to his resume with the company. Ray has a deep background in training, beginning with his military career—he served in Desert Storm/Desert Shield, and taught nuclear, biological, chemical warfare survivability—and continuing through ten years as a law enforcement firearms instructor. As you’ll see when you watch his presentation, Ray is a passionate, high-energy trainer, and he’s excited to bring his experience and expertise to the civilian personal defense world.
Michael Hess:
Michael is ASP’s Vice President of Marketing, as well as an ASP law enforcement Instructor and Be Your Own Defender (BYOD) Trainer. While his professional life with ASP focuses on less-lethal equipment and training, Michael is also a lifelong “gun guy.” He’s a firearms instructor, and particularly loves to teach new shooters to be safe and competent. And he’s looking forward to bringing that same passion for teaching to students and prospective Instructors in the Be Your Own Defender program.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Room: USCCA Demo Stage
free
Call For Presenters
We are now accepting applications from firearms trainers for seminar presentations and demonstrations to be offered at the 2023 Concealed Carry & Home Defense Expo. Presenters are encouraged to explore the many aspects of concealed carry, self-defense, home defense, firearms training, etc.
Please apply by completing the application linked below. Speakers will be evaluated upon receipt of application, and selected speakers will be notified by July, 2023.
WHAT MAKES THE EXPO SO GREAT?
Hear It For Yourself, Straight From Our Attendees
1
Get hands-on experience shooting new firearms in the USCCA’s Live-Fire Range.
2
Arm yourself with training courses, classes and educational tools you need to become the best responsibly armed version of yourself.
3
Discover the newest guns and gear the concealed carry world has to offer as first hand as you make your way through hundreds of industry-leading vendor booths.
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Learn more about how your USCCA Membership can bring your family the ultimate peace of mind in the event of a self-defense incident.
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Uncover the answers to the most-asked questions about women’s concealed carry and try the top women’s products in the industry in the Women’s Concealed Carry Showroom.
EXPERIENCE LIFESAVING SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING at the live-fire range
- Sharpen your skills with unlimited free rounds of ammo at the Live-Fire Shooting Range.
- Shoot new guns you’ve been dying to get your hands on from brands like: Ruger, SIG Sauer, Kahr, Lone Wolf, Springfield Armory and Charter Arms.
- Learn helpful training tips like target identification, isolation and how to react under stress.
Safety First
Concealed Carry & Home Defense Expo Firearms Policy
Defensive sidearms are welcome inside this show. All state laws will apply, and all guests must abide by the following rules:
1 | Your personal defensive sidearm WILL REMAIN HOLSTERED at all times unless you are reacting to an imminent deadly threat. In the unlikely event you need to use your firearm in defense of life, remember the rules: Target Acquisition, Target Identification and Target Isolation. |
2 | You are specifically prohibited from drawing your firearm to check holster fit, “show” the gun to anyone or otherwise conduct ANY administrative handling of your defensive firearm. This includes but is not limited to loading, unloading, clearing, cleaning or any other activity that does not involve reaction to an imminent deadly threat. |
3 | ANYONE observed violating any of the above-mentioned rules will be immediately escorted from the premises and barred from returning. No refund of your admission fee will be given. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EXPO LOCATION
Baird Center (formerly known as The Wisconsin Center)
400 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203
HOTEL INFORMATION
OPTION 1:
Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- Rate: $169.00 Per Night
- Online Reservation Link: Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
- Reservations may also be made by calling 1-414-276-1234 and referring to group code G-USCC.
OPTION 2:
Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Rate: $169.00 Per Night
- Online Reservation Link: Hilton Milwaukee City Center
- Reservations may also be made by calling 1-414-271-7250 and referring to group code 91K.
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USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Expo

Showcase your products or services in front of thousands of responsible gun owners and trusted industry partners. Join us at the 2023 Concealed Carry & Home Defense Expo, connect with like-minded individuals, initiate potential business relationships and experience the thrill of showcasing your company.