Safer Buildings Reveals Broader Scope at Tech and Policy Summit in DC
School Safety, "9-1-1 Inside" Call to Action, and Wireless Workforce Development in Focus
By John Foley, Managing Director, Safer Buildings Coalition
The Safer Buildings Coalition is recognized as the definitive thought leader on the subject of in-building connectivity for public safety communications. We’ve worked hard to establish our credentials in this area, and we are poised to go to the next level to further advocate for ubiquitous wireless connectivity inside buildings.
At our second annual In-Building Wireless Tech and Policy Summit, held June 6th in Washington DC, SBC went “beyond the code” and “beyond LMR” to really explore what it means to enable truly “safer buildings.”
Commissioner Anna Gomez outlines FCC initiatives to support universal connectivity
By Prince Niyyar, CEO, Commdex; Immediate Past President, Safer Buildings Coalition
At the Wireless Tech and Policy Summit, FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez delivered a keynote that resonated deeply with the Safer Buildings Coalition's (SBC) core mission. The address, moderated by SBC Managing Director John Foley, highlighted several key areas that directly impact the work of SBC members and the future of in-building wireless communications.
"An Essential Event for Professionals Dedicated to Advancing Public Safety Communications"
The 2024 SBC Wireless Tech & Policy Summit is in the books - Check out all the pix!
The 2024 Safer Buildings Coalition In-Building Wireless Tech & Policy Summit took place at Washington, DC's National Housing Center last month. The Summit featured A-list speakers and discussions about school safety, workforce development, ERCES, and much more. And lots of great networking.
From the Chief’s Corner: Protecting our Loved Ones - Why the SBC Zeroes in on School Safety & “9-1-1 Inside”
Reflections from the Safer Buildings Coalition's 2024 Tech and Policy Summit
By Chief Alan Perdue (ret.), SBC Executive Director
As I reflect on the the many insightful and eye-opening discussions that took place at the Safer Buildings Coalition's Tech and Policy Summit in Washington DC resonate, two key topics demand our attention and action as an organization: school safety and "9-1-1 inside."
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY JULY 22ND-Call for Nominations! 2024 SBC Board of Election
Your Opportunity to lead!
The 2024 election for the Safer Buildings Coalition Board of Directors is coming up shortly. As always, we strongly encourage our members to vote in this election — and to consider putting your name on the 2024 ballot to help the Coalition continue to make a difference. We have extended the deadline to next Monday, July 22nd. Consider throwing your hat in the ring today.
2024 SBC Seminar Season Is Underway — Tickets & Sponsorship Slots Available
We are well into the 2024 Safer Buildings Coalition Feel Safe Inside Seminar Series. Sponsorship slots are still available for several events, and tickets are currently on sale for seven cities.
Exhibiting at State or National Fire Marshal Events? Help Us Put the ERCES Handbook Into the Hands of AHJs
Attending, exhibiting at, even sponsoring, a State or National Fire Marshal event this year? If so, we invite you to join our special ERCES Handbook Sponsorship Program, which allows SBC members to purchase one or more boxes of books (eight books per box) at a deep discount, affix their own labels and hand out the book to local AHJs and Radio System Staff.
Meet the Newest Safer Buildings Coalition Members - July 2024
The Safer Buildings Coalition continues to grow, with more than 200 member organizations across several categories. We value each and every member, and it’s our pleasure to introduce you to the most recent additions to our member base: AMP Global Strategies, Automated Controls, Entec Systems & NWS
Want to Know Who Can Perform In-Building Public Safety Work?
The purpose of the Safer Buildings Coalition Member Showcase is to provide visibility to the organizations who have demonstrated this commitment through Safer Buildings Coalition participation in this specialized community of practice.
