2014 Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics

2014 Law
Enforcement
Torch Run
®
for Special Olympics
International Conference
September 10-12
Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel
New Orleans, Louisiana
www.letr.org
Law Enforcement
Torch Run International
Executive Council
On behalf of the International Executive Council I’d like to welcome you to
the 2014 Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics International
Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana USA. It is no coincidence that we are
in the home of celebration as we have so much to celebrate this year. With
new international growth, military growth, fund raising initiatives and yes,
the up and coming Unified Relay Across America, the Law Enforcement
Torch Run continues to break new ground as we solidify a brighter future
for our athletes. As impressive as the achievements of this year have been,
the future looks even more promising, so do not miss a minute of this
conference as we “Celebrate Our Passion” for the Special Olympics athletes
and the efforts of your fellow Law Enforcement Torch Run volunteers.
I challenge you to attend all the sessions and events, welcome and meet
newly attending members of the Torch Run family, embrace the opportunities
that will present themselves over the next few days and take back to your
programs the ideas that will lead us to another record breaking year in 2015!
For the many people who work so hard throughout the year to motivate,
inspire and educate you during this conference, I would like to say that it
is us who are inspired by you. Thank YOU for your continued dedication
and commitment to make a difference in the world through the Law
Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
Enjoy the conference.
Mike Peretti
Chair, LETR International Executive Council
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Welcome.
Laissez les bons temps rouler! Let the good
times roll as we say in Louisiana. On behalf of the
Department of Public Safety and the Louisiana
State Police, I would like to welcome the 2014
Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics International
Conference to Louisiana. You are to be commended on your
mission of providing year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety
of Olympic-type sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving
them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage,
experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their
families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
At the Louisiana State Police, we strive to be a part of the community, not apart
from it. You all do this every day. While you are in New Orleans, I hope you enjoy the
food, music and culture that our iconic city has to offer. See you at the conference!
Sincerely,
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Colonel Michael Edmonson
Deputy Secretary, Public Safety Services, Superintendent, Louisiana State Police
Bienvenue! It is our pleasure to co- host, along with the
ILETR Conference Planning Committee, the International
Law Enforcement Torch Run Conference in one of our
favorite cities, New Orleans, LA.
During this conference, you will attend dynamic
informational sessions, spend time with your peers around
the world and whet your appetite with the fabulous food
and charming culture of Louisiana.
Congratulations to each of you who have earned your attendance at this
conference. You are not only providing millions of dollars and worldwide
awareness in support of the athletes of Special Olympics; through your heroic
efforts, you have enriched the life for athletes like Christina.
Christina’s Mom made an attempt to integrate Christina into the community
sports program. Her teammates and the parents of her teammates ridiculed
Christina. She was shy and withdrawn and had no friends. Then Christina began to
participate in Special Olympics. She plays sports, has friends and is no longer shy
and withdrawn. She is blossoming and is proud of her accomplishments. Thank you
for giving Christina this opportunity to become more gregarious and confident.
This is just one story of many lives you have changed through your efforts.
I hope you enjoy the conference!
Welcome to New Orleans, Louisiana!
We, the members of the Louisiana Law Enforcement Torch Run
Movement, are extremely excited to host the 2014 International
Law Enforcement Torch Run Conference. Your host committee
members have worked hard to make sure your experience at
the conference will be both inspirational and informative.
New Orleans, Louisiana is one of the world’s most
fascinating cities. Steeped in a history of Cultural influences
from Europe, the Caribbean, Africa, and Spain, New Orleans is a unique melting
pot of culture, food, music, and spirit. We love to entertain, so we hope that
while you are here, you take time to experience everything we have to offer. From
Bourbon Street, to the Plantation Homes on the banks of the Mississippi River, the
Big Easy offers a unique experience for everyone. On behalf of the men and women, who proudly represent the great state of
Louisiana’s Law Enforcement, we welcome you to our beautiful state and appreciate
your continued commitment to our athletes and their families. As Guardians of
the Flame of Hope, we thank you for your dedicated work and the time you so
tirelessly give to the Law Enforcement Torch Run Movement for Special Olympics.
Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Sincerely,
Chief Carl Dabadie
Baton Rouge Police Department, State Director for the Louisiana LETR Executive Council
Sincerely,
Pat Carpenter Bourgeois
Special Olympics Louisiana, President & CEO
IACP — International Association of
Chiefs of Police
Since the IACP Conference in Salt Lake, Utah in 1983 the
IACP has endorsed the Torch Run and is recognized as
the founding law enforcement organization. The IACP
continues to renew and strengthen this relationship
to promote the Torch Run in the international law
enforcement community and for the past 30 years has encouraged and
endorsed law enforcement personnel’s involvement in the movement. Enjoy
the conference.
International Association of Chiefs of Police
Founding Law Enforcement Organization of the LETR
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Contact Information
General Information
Conference Credentials
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Conference credentials will
be issued to each registered
attendee. For security reasons
all attendees must wear their
conference credential to all
events and venues. Your region
seating and auction bidding
numbers are on the credential.
Shipping
Visit the Penfield Business
Center located on the second
floor of the Hilton New Orleans
Riverside for all your printing,
computer and T-shirt/Auction
shipping needs.
Hours:
Monday-Friday 7a.m.-9p.m. and
Sunday-Saturday 8a.m.-6p.m.
Lost and Found
Located at the Louisiana
Conference Registration counter
on the first floor of the Hilton
Riverside New Orleans; or notify
a member of the Louisiana
Conference Committee.
Maria Sanchez,
Director of Special Projects
Special Olympics Louisiana
1000 East Morris Avenue
Hammond, Louisiana 70403 USA
Mobile: 985-969-6332
Email: msanchez@laso.org
Victoria Rivers, Administrative
Assistant, Strategic Properties
Special Olympics, Inc.
1133 19th Street Washington, DC
20036
Ph: 202-824-0341
Mobile: 202-568-0461
Email: vrivers@specialolympics.org
SAFE ZONE: THIS IS WHAT MAY BE CUT OFF
Carl Dabadie,
Chief of Police
Baton Rouge Police
14103 Gerry Kramer Road
Gonzales, Louisiana 70737 USA
Ph: 225-389-3802
Email: cdabadie@brgov.com
Conference Hotel
Hilton Riverside New Orleans
2 Poydras Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
Phone: (504) 561-0500 | Fax: (504)-568-1721
First Level
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Second Level
Hilton Riverside New Orleans
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Third Level
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Richard LaMunyon
Hall of Fame Award
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n 1992, the Richard LaMunyon Law Enforcement Torch Run for
Special Olympics Hall of Fame was created to recognize the finest
of the Torch Run movement. Currently inducting no more than three
nominees each year, this honor is bestowed upon those who have
demonstrated exceptional leadership, commitment and dedication to
the cause at the local, state, national, and international levels. Hall of
Fame inductees from the past, present, and future, represent those
who have dared to carry the Flame of Hope into uncharted territories;
excel our mission to new levels; or have demonstrated unwavering
leadership in the development of our cause. To be nominated for
the Richard LaMunyon Hall of Fame in and of itself is an honor. To be
inducted into the Richard LaMunyon Hall of Fame is to receive the
most prestigious recognition within Law Enforcement Torch Run and
become embodied in the legacy of this great movement.
1998
2004
Nancy Bottelo, Hawaii
Lorne Gelowitz,
Saskatchewan, Canada
Joe Pena, Illinois
Rich Banahan, Missouri
Jeff Henson, Illinois
Gene Stokes, Florida
Anchorage, Alaska
1999
St. Louis, Missouri
Peggy Berg, Wisconsin
Adi Reiter, Austria
Brian Snyder,
Ontario, Canada
Wayne Sumpter,
North Carolina
2000
Nashville, Tennessee
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Roy Forrest, North Carolina
Jacek Hachulski, Poland
David Pudlowski, Missouri
1992
1992
1995
Richard LaMunyon, Kansas
Dave Atkins, New Hampshire
Dale Brunner, Wisconsin
Chris Casey, Kansas
Janet Holliday, Texas
Joseph Hurtuk, New Jersey
Doyle King, Kansas
Kirk Miles, Kansas
Darrell Sanders, Illinois
Peter Wheeler, Connecticut
Lorne White, Ontario, Canada
James Braddock,
South Carolina
Hiram Brownell, Illinois
Paul Epstein, Hawaii
John Miller, Delaware
Dan Bell, Texas
Steve Graehling, Arizona
Michael Teem, North Carolina
2001
1996
Kenneth Bennett, Michigan
Jim Gardiner,
Southern California
Dean Jones, Virginia
Tampa, Florida
Houston, Texas
1993
Princeton, New Jersey
Robert Belfiore, New Jersey
Bill Buford, Arkansas
Ann Grunert, Delaware
1994
Charlotte,
North Carolina
Peter Bakker, Ontario, Canada
Larry Nelson, Nebraska
Neville Wheatle, Caribbean
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Oakbrook, Illinois
Dennis Alldridge, Wisconsin
Loyd Hamrick, Kansas
Chris Upham,
United Kingdom
1997
Portland, Oregon
Robert Bell, Maine
Ronnie Davis, North Carolina
Peter McHarg,
Ontario, Canada
Tom Schniedwind, Maryland
Roy Zeidman, Virginia
Wichita, Kansas
2002
Honolulu, Hawaii
Phil Carr, Oklahoma
Kurt Kendro, Hawaii
Al Richardson, Ontario
Canada
2003
San Francisco,
California
Rob Hall, Utah
Bruce Mathews, New Jersey
Gerald Sandoval, New Mexico
Arlington, Virginia
2005
Minneapolis,
Minnesota
Doug Abraham, Colorado
Pete Dunbar,
Northern California
John Newnan, Maryland
2010
Long Beach,
So. California
Tom Reasoner, Illinois
James McKeever,
New Jersey
Mary Beth McMahon,
N. California
2011
Calgary,
Alberta Canada
Buffalo, New York
John Pratt,
Northern California
Jeremy Adams,
Northern Ireland
Luis Rosa, Connecticut
Ben Fravel, Virginia
Richard Candelaria, Texas
Sal Gerbino, New York
2012
2006
Indianapolis, Indiana
Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma
Theresa Garagan,
Calgary Alberta
Joe Pellicci, South Carolina
Lisa Walter, Wisconsin
Susan Stegeman, Missouri
Robert Driscoll, New Jersey
Tim Craig, Northern Ireland
2013
2007
2008
Dallas, Texas
Julie Buedding, Wisconsin
Ron Casalenda, Wyoming
Mike Peretti,
Northern California
2009
Mashantucket,
Connecticut
Paul Manuel, Alberta, Canada
Rodney Seurer, Minnesota
Jeanette Steinfeldt, Iowa
Orlando, Florida
Russ Laine, Illinois
Don Stuart,
New South Wales
Roberta Abner,
Southern California
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John Carion
“Unsung Hero” Award
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ergeant John Carion, Sterling Heights (Michigan, USA) Police
Department, was a quiet but effective leader in the Law
Enforcement Torch Run® effort, especially in the areas of law
enforcement volunteerism for Special Olympics and furthering
the ideals of Unified Sports® in Special Olympics. John epitomized
the term Torch Run “Unsung Hero” during his lifetime before his
untimely death in a plane crash in January 1994.
The John Carion “Unsung Hero” Award was created to recognize
outstanding individuals who have contributed to the success of the
Torch Run on a local, state/provincial or community level. The John
Carion “Unsung Hero” is someone who contributes to the Torch
Run and Special Olympics in spirit, dedication and enthusiasm in an
effective and unheralded fashion.
The award is presented annually by the Law Enforcement Torch Run
Executive Council Regional Coordinators to recognize unsung Torch Run
volunteers on behalf of John Carion, who was himself an “Unsung Hero.”
1997
2001
Grant Weyland, Minnesota
William Frick, North Carolina
Rich Near, Northern California
Jason Plaza, Wisconsin
Portland, Oregon
1998
Anchorage, Alaska
Wichita, Kansas
Charles Cossentino,
New Jersey
Michael Currie Chatham,
Ontario, Canada
Gregory Nolt, Delaware
2002
1999
2003
St. Louis, Missouri
William Dalton, North Carolina
Jim Elliott, Arkansas
Frank Mackey, New Jersey
Nancy Mulleneaux, Arizona
2000
Nashville, Tennessee
Jim Moran, Missouri
Chico Ouellette,
Ontario, Canada
Honolulu, Hawaii
Ken George,
Southern California
Thomas Reasoner, Illinois
San Francisco,
California
Phil Crosby-Jones,
British Columbia, Canada
Ralph Maher, Colorado
John Martin, Vermon
2004
Arlington, Virginia
Michel Lariviere,
Quebec, Canada
John Pratt, Northern California
Rob Steiner, Hawaii
2005
Minneapolis,
Minnesota
Martha Forrest,
North Carolina
Larry Timmer, Florida
Don Hull, Oklahoma
2006
Buffalo, New York
Greg Shipley, Maryland
Pauline Crompton,
Northern Ireland
Robert MacFarlane,
New Jersey
2007
Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma
Jamie Hainsworth,
Rhode Island
Kathi Christ, Colorado
Sam Trujillo, Colorado
2008
2010
Michael Pfau, Montana
W. Jeffrey Spaulding,
Maryland
Judy Macho, Oregon
Ted Rutt, Washington
Mark Wollmerhauser,
Oklahoma
Randall & Rhonda Bannister,
Texas
Dallas, Texas
2009
Mashantucket,
Connecticut
Vinnie Adler, New Jersey
Michael Nelsen, Utah
Theresa Garagan,
Alberta, Canada
Long Beach, California
2012
Indianapolis, Indiana
Jack Allen, Montana
Kevin Torgerson, Minnesota
Steve Nigerelli, New York
2013
2011
Calgary, Alberta Canada
Dave Seper, Colorado
Joan Chang, Chinese Taipei
(Taiwan)
Shawn Farris, Kansas
Orlando, Florida
Mike Beck, Indiana
Brian Bray, Kentucky
Adam Christin,
Southern California
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LETR International Executive
Council Athlete Award
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he LETR International Executive Council Athlete Award was
created to recognize outstanding Special Olympics Athletes whose
involvement has demonstrated a substantive contribution to the success
of the Law Enforcement Torch Run on a local, state or national level.
Recipients of the LETR International Executive Council Athlete Award
are Special Olympics Athletes who have contributed to Torch Run and
Special Olympics in spirit, dedication and enthusiasm in an effective
fashion.
2011 Calgary, Alberta
David Lane, Minnesota
Chris Paynter, Oklahoma
Martha Hill, Wisconsin
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2012 Indianapolis,
Indiana
Isaac Baldry, Montana
Leonka Kahula, Calgary Alberta
Nick Zmuda, New York
Guardians of the Flame Miner’s Lamp Escort
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ince 1987, law enforcement officers from around the world have gathered
to carry the Flame of Hope™ during the Final Leg in conjunction with
Special Olympics World Summer and World Winter Games. The Flame we carry
represents many things for our movement. Most importantly, it represents hope;
the light at the end of the tunnel for many of our athletes and their families. As
Guardians of the Flame we guard it physically as we run it from community to
community, but more importantly we guard it symbolically day after day as it is
our responsibility to keep the flame burning bright in the hearts and the souls
and the minds of everyone we encounter. The Flame of Hope is also symbolic of
who we are as a profession. When we carry the Flame we remind everyone that
law enforcement represents everything that is principled, fair and decent. Our
unity in this great cause tells the world that law enforcement stands for strength,
justice, courage and helping others – everyone, everywhere.
To honor the symbol of our movement we ask that you please stand in place as
the Guardians of the Flame escort the Flame of Hope to and from the ballroom.
Opening Ceremony
Elena Weaver – Athlete Award
2013 Orlando, Florida
Cathie Gillespie — Ontario
Eric Leclerc — Rhode Island
Harvey Powers — Virginia
Michael F. Smith — North Carolina
Founders Luncheon
Josh Frost, New South Wales
Elena Weaver, Georgia
Max Everton, Virginia
Donna Best —Pennsylvania
Bob Cormier — New Hampshire
Christina Cruz — Georgia
Paige Dowell — Oklahoma
Kristine Krishtal — Massachusetts
Danielle Martin — Delaware
Jim Ritz — Illinois
Frank Tewey — Maryland
Thursday General Session
Larry Braaksma —Oregon
Hou-sheng Chen — Chinese Taipei (Taiwan)
Tim Lednicky —Texas
Mark McCorkle — Southern California
Robert Ochoa — New Mexico
Richard Taylor — Trinidad and Tobago
Megan Tibbetts — Maine
Max Everton – Athlete Award
Cassandra Whitworth — Hawaii
Honors Luncheon
Tim Bernier — Connecticut
Lori Casper — Wisconsin
Stan Gragg — South Carolina
Mark Hernandez — Montana
Jimmy Johnson — Alaska
Bob Mayer — Nevada
Mike Murray — New York
Daniel Templeton — Northern California
Friday General Session
Dave Colton — British Columbia
Marc-André Dorion — Québec
Ray Duropan — Hawaii
Raul Molina — Arizona
Jason Morden — Texas
Carrie Pfeifer — Missouri
Jacquelyn Smith — Indiana
Hall of Fame
Representing the “First to Carry the Flame”
Chief Richard LaMunyon, Founder
Mendy Hulvey — Kansas
Ashley Previty — Kansas
Dennis Shaw — Kansas
Nick Weiler — Kansas
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Sponsors and Vendors
2014 LETR Affiliates
LETR Executive Council Partners
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Gold Sponsors
he Law Enforcement Torch Run(R) has a proud affiliation with
many law enforcement and corrections organizations around
the world. These affiliate organizations stand ready to support our
fundraising and public awareness efforts for Special Olympics.
For more information on how to best utilize affiliate resources
please contact the International Executive Council Regional
Coordinator in your area.
APCO – Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials Canada
APCO – Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International
CACP – Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police
CPA – Canadian Police Association
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D.A.R.E. – Drug Abuse Resistance Education
Silver Sponsor
FOP – Fraternal Order of Police
IACLEA – International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators
IACP – International Association of Chiefs of Police (Founding Agency of LETR)
IAWP – International Association of Women Police
MPRA – Military Police Regimental Association
NASRO – National Association School Resource Officers
NIOA – National Information Officers Association
Vendor Sponsors
Preferred Partner
NSA – National Sheriffs Association
NTOA – National Tactical Officers Association
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Conference
Schedule
Section Name
Tuesday, September 9
Vendor Show
by the Conference Registration booth on the first floor when you arrive at
the Hilton Riverside, to pick up your Conference Credentials and Host Night
Goodie Bag, which will include all of the necessary accessories and attire
you will need for the Taste of New Orleans Carnival Host Night! Attendees
should meet in Exhibition Hall “C” at 7:00pm in costume. The Band of
Excellence will lead conference attendees, in one of a kind, Second Line
Parade to the historic, Old Sugar Mill. After arriving at the Old Sugar Mill,
Laissez les bons temps rouler “Let the good times roll!”
LETR Executive Council #1
Wednesday, September 10
Conference Registration
8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Registration Counters, 1st Floor
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
Chemin Royale/Grand Salon, 1st Floor
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Kabacoff/Riverside Conference Center
Facilitator: Mike Peretti, Chair, Executive Council
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A business meeting for members of the LETR
Executive Council.
Newcomers Orientation
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Grand Salon A (6&3) 1st Floor
Facilitators: Kurt Kendro, LETR Executive Council
Theresa Garagan, LETR Calgary
First-time conference attendees are encouraged to begin their conference
experience by attending the Newcomers Orientation where veteran
LETR volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions and provide an
overview of the Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics, as well
as general guidance and information about the conference that will fuel
your passion for the Torch Run movement.
Louisiana Host Night
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Off-site - Old Sugar Mill
Start the evening with the “Taste of New Orleans” Host Night! This is a night
you will not want to miss. It will feature New Orleans cuisine, culture, music
from The Band of Excellence, drinks and much more! You will need to stop
Conference Registration
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Registration Counters 1st Floor
Vendor Show
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Chemin Royale/Grand Salon 1st Floor
Opening Ceremony
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
The Law Enforcement Torch Run® Executive Council along with our local
program hosts, LETR and Special Olympics Louisiana, welcome you to the
2014 LETR International Conference. What better place to “Celebrate Our
Passion” for the Torch Run and Special Olympics athletes than at Opening
Ceremony in one of the world’s most fascinating cities. So hang on, this
morning is just the beginning of the passion and enthusiasm that fuels the
strength of the Torch Run movement worldwide.
Keynote Speaker: Janet Froetscher, Chief Executive Officer of
Special Olympics
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Concurrent Sessions
Presented by:
Motorola Solutions Foundation
share details on this exciting fundraising opportunity which will
involve Special Olympics athletes, law enforcement, celebrities,
corporations, organizations, and schools in a three simultaneous runs,
spanning all 50 U.S. States over 45 days, leading into the LETR Final Leg
for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles, California.
Case Studies
On February 5, 2014, the Motorola Solutions Foundation awarded a $50,000
grant to the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics to support
the LETR Executive Council’s training programs and initiatives throughout
2014. The Motorola Solutions Foundation’s Public Safety Grants aim to
support safety education and training programs for first responders, their
families and the general public around the world. The funds provided by
the Motorola Solutions Foundation will be used to support regional LETR
training conferences, LETR presentations at IACP regional conferences, and
the 2014 LETR International Conference in New Orleans, LA.
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All of the concurrent training sessions at this year’s LETR Conference are
sponsored and presented by Motorola Solutions Foundation as a part of
this grant award. The LETR Executive Council and Special Olympics Inc.
are appreciative of this strong support from a company that has long
championed the cause of law enforcement around the world.
All Concurrent Sessions are presented by: Motorola Solutions Foundation
and will take place on the 1st Floor.
Concurrent Session #1 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
All Concurrent Sessions are presented by: Motorola Solutions Foundation
and will take place on the 1st floor.
Special Olympics Athletes and Family Panel
Salon A (6&3) 1st Floor
Presenters: Mark Wollmershauser, LETR Executive Council
Laurie, Matt, and Joe Guichard, Special Olympics Louisiana Family
Come learn first-hand from Special Olympics Athletes and family members
about the challenges, joys and partnerships that make the Law Enforcement
Torch Run movement such a success!
Unified Relay Across America
Salon B (9&12) 1st Floor
Presenters: Peter Wheeler, Special Olympics International
Learn exciting ways for your LETR Program to be involved in one of the
most unique events ever planned for Special Olympics. During this session,
presenters Peter Wheeler, Mike Teem, Adam Atkins, and Marty Coelho will
Salon C (15&18) 1st Floor
Presenters: Ed Christian, LETR Georgia
Ben Moszkowicz, LETR Hawaii; Tom Reasoner, LETR Illinois
Motorcycle Rides
In this session we will explore ideas to keep the bikes riding and
money flowing for our Special Olympics programs. Make them fun for
the rider and they will come and bring dollars. Big dollars can be raised
with 25 bikes just as easily as 2500 bikes. We will show how a virtual
ride combined with any event can bring in dollars with very little volunteer
hours.
Tip-a-Cop and Silent Auctions
Tip-a-cop events can be a quick and easy way to raise funds and awareness
for your local Torch Run programs. All you need is a little planning and a few
volunteers. Likewise, with a good “ask” and some basic logistics, adding a
live or silent auction to your pre-existing event is a great way to raise funds.
Planning & Policy for Sustainability
Salon D (19&22) 1st Floor
Presenters: Kurt Kendro, LETR Executive Council;
Peter Dunbar, LETR Colorado; Tom Reasoner, LETR Illinois
Planning for long term success? Sustaining your torch run program requires
planning and policies. This session will build on last year’s session on
planning and add policy and procedure implementation including building
an organizational structure, recruitment and retention. Examples of
successful programs will be shared.
IACP Founders Luncheon
12:30 p.m. to 2:15p.m.
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
The International Association of Chiefs of Police is recognized as the founding
organization of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. During
the luncheon meet the appointed IACP representatives to the LETR Executive
Council and see those wonderful award winning Torch Run photos from around
the world when the IACP Photo Contest winners are announced.
Guest Speakers: Rick Greene, Director of
Baseball Operations at LSU
Major General Darryll D. M. Wong, The Adjutant
General, State of Hawaii
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Concurrent Session #2 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
All Concurrent Sessions are presented by: Motorola Solutions Foundation
and will take place on the 1st floor.
Create and Retain Media Partnerships
Salon A (6&3) 1st Floor
Presenters: Kirsten Suto Seckler, Special Olympics International
Kurt Kendro, LETR Executive Council
Do you usually avoid the media? Learn how to work with various media
outlets to promote LETR and Special Olympics. At the end of this session
you will understand how media work, how to engage reporters, producers
and editors, and how to build relationships that can grow to sponsorships.
You will also hear a case study about one officer’s success.
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eGaming!
Salon B (9&12) 1st Floor
Presenters: Glenn MacDonnell, LETR Executive Council
The video gaming industry is booming and creating new opportunities to
fundraiser for Special Olympics in your local market. Today we have an
inspiring panel of thought leaders who will highlight what is trending within
this industry and how Special Olympics is embracing video gaming as a
global sport.
Understanding the Military: Making it work for LETR
Salon C (15&18) 1st Floor
Presenters: Major General Darryll Wong, The Adjutant General, Hawaii
Antonio Williams, LETR Executive Council
The objective of this presentation is to provide you with information and
services that the U.S. Armed Forces has to offer Special Olympics and the
Law Enforcement Torch Run programs. The success of Special Olympics
and Law Enforcement Torch Run® is based on strong community ties that
support each organization’s goals. Both groups can benefit from a robust
relationship with the U.S. Armed Forces that can increase visibility and the
ability to serve athletes and their families. This is an opportunity to create
partnerships with the Military and LETR programs across the United States.
Best Practices of Successful Programs
Salon D (19&22) 1st Floor
Presenter: Mark Musso, LETR Executive Council
This panel discussion will feature the Special Olympics Program CEOs from
each respective size Program who will share with attendees the secrets to
growing their LETR by as much as 50% in just one year. Attendees will have
time to ask questions of the panel and take home new ideas to grow their
LETR. The panel will include Program CEOs from Colorado, Pennsylvania, and
Minnesota and will be moderated by LETR Executive Council member Mark
Musso from Missouri.
SO Liaison Session #1
2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cambridge 2nd Floor
Facilitator: Richard Fernandez, LETR Executive Council
This is a business meeting for Special Olympics staff assigned to manage
and provide oversight of their LETR campaign. All SO Liaisons are
encouraged to attend this session.
LETR Director Session
2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Belle Chasse 3rd Floor
Facilitator: Paul Manuel, LETR Executive Council
This is a business meeting for attendees designated as their Program’s LETR
Director. Council At-Large, Regional Coordinators elections speeches and
voting will occur during this session. All LETR Directors
are encouraged to attend this session.
T-Shirt Exchange
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Hilton Exhibition Center, 2nd Floor
This is one conference experience you don’t want
to miss! Join the frenzy and trade your pins, T-shirts and
patches with fellow torch runners from around the world.
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LETR Obstacle Course
Presenters: Adam Taylor, LETR Kansas; Chris Moore, LETR Kansas
This is a competitive event involving local law enforcement, fire
department and medical staff members competing against each other in a
variety of team sports.
The Mud Run
Presenters: Joanne Pendrak, Warren Guertuga
and Cody Jansma, LETR Ontairo
Thursday, September 11
Breakfast
7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Hilton Exhibition Center 2nd Floor
Vendor Show
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8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Chemin Royale / Grand Salon 1st Floor
General Session
8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
Be present at this session to hear the results of the Executive Council
elections and watch as this year’s Executive Council Athlete Award and
Guardian Award recipients are named. 2015 will mark an exciting year for
the growth of the Law Enforcement Torch Run International Conference,
as we set out for the Bahamas! The LETR Conference at the Atlantis
will be sure to provide all conference attendees with a memorable
experience! You won’t want to miss this exciting presentation! Pay final
tribute and recognize the efforts, dedication and sacrifice of our fallen
LETR heroes who made a positive difference in the lives of our athletes
and their families during the In Remembrance Tribute.
Concurrent Session #3 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
All Concurrent Sessions are presented by: Motorola Solutions Foundation
and will take place on the 1st floor.
Case Study
Salon A (6&3) 1st Floor
The description: It’s “Time to Break Out” and do the “Boogie Rush” while
you “Conquer the Fort Mud Run”. If you are looking to challenge yourself
while having fun in the mud and reliving your childhood, then get out your
runners and get down and dirty!!!
Hold The Rope – Engaging Athletes to Reveal
Champions in All of Us
Salon B (9&12) 1st Floor
Presenter: Jim Smutz, SO Maryland
Special Olympics Maryland athlete and Law Enforcement Torch Run
Ambassador shares how he was moved by a fellow athlete, shared his idea
with Special Olympics Maryland and then worked with SOMD and Law
Enforcement Torch Run leadership to share his inspiring story, Hold the
Rope, to help raise awareness and money to support program development.
The session will provide time for Q & A.
Case Studies
Salon C (15&18) 1st Floor
Presenters: Ruth Sanchez, SO Northern California;
Marlaina Dernoncourt, LETR Northern California
Making the Connection with Corrections
Learn how the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and
Special Olympics Northern California developed a strong partnership where
mutual goals and missions created opportunities in implementing long term
sustainable fundraising results.
Trivia Night
Presenters: Amanda Donelan and Bob Mauney, LETR Kentucky
Everyone wants to win at whatever game they play. Take advantage of that
competitive spirit and learn how to organize and conduct a Trivia Night. Learn from Kentucky’s 19 years of experience of conducting this extremely
successful event to include everything from logistics, location, sponsors,
promotions, and the questions themselves. 23
LETR.org - The Place to Go
Salon D (19&22) 1st Floor
Presenter: Scott Whyte, LETR Executive Council
The Law Enforcement Torch Run website has been in place for a year – this
session will outline the information contained in the website and show
off the new design which is being released in conjunction with the LETR
International Conference. There will also be a demonstration and question
and answer session on the on-line submission of the LETR Surveys, Award
Nominations, Final Leg Nominations and Executive Council Elections.
Special Olympics CEO Meeting
9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Kabacoff / Riverside Conference Center
Facilitators: Adrian DeWendt, CEO Special Olympics Oklahoma
Mark Musso, CEO Special Olympics Missouri
This is a business meeting for Special Olympics CEOs. The session will be
divided by a short break depending on the established agenda.
SO Liaison Session #2
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11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Cambridge 2nd Floor
Facilitator: Richard Fernandez, LETR Executive Council
The continuation of SO Liaison Session #1 for Special Olympics staff assigned
to manage and provide oversight of their LETR campaign. Council At-Large,
Regional Coordinators elections speeches and voting will occur during this
session. All Liaisons are encouraged to attend this session.
Concurrent Session #4 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
All Concurrent Sessions are presented by: Motorola Solutions Foundation
and will take place on the 1st floor.
LETR Branding Workshop
Salon A (6&3) 1st Floor
Presenters: Kirsten Suto Seckler, Special Olympics International
The new LETR brand materials have been available for almost a year. This
workshop is a chance to learn how to use the materials, share how you
have been using the materials, ask for more tools, complain, or brag about
what you have created. You will see how LETR Programs throughout the
world are bringing the new LETR brand to life and you will learn how you
too can be an LETR brand ambassador.
How to get Command Staff Buy-in
Salon B (9&12) 1st Floor
Presenters: Walt McNeil, LETR Executive Council
Russ Laine, LETR Executive Council
This session focuses on the challenge of gaining support and participation
in Law Enforcement Torch Run events by the command staff of your
organization. Discussed will be strategies for gaining both their support
and involvement, explaining why the TR is good for the department
and the community and the benefits reaped from involvement. The
International Association of Chiefs of Police, as the founding law
enforcement agency of the Torch Run, can and does play a significant role
in involving the command staff.
iMyne! Shop, Earn and Donate!
Salon C (15&18) 1st Floor
Presenters: Adrian DeWendt, LETR Executive Council
Most people are missing out on savings when shopping online. For every
dollar spent, there is unclaimed cash back left on the table. Many of the
retailers you know and love offer money back for online purchase. Now you
can shop and receive money back while also supporting Special Olympics.
You can also earn more and increase donations to Special Olympics by
inviting fellow police officers and friends to join. Learn about how your
LETR’s engagement with iMyne leads to dollars being raised for Special
Olympics as well as dollars back to you personally.
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Case Study
Salon D (19&22) 1st Floor
Presenters: Jeff Kayer, LETR-Oregon; Ron Caselenda, LETR Executive Council
Dodgeball
This presentation will cover initial planning from obtaining partners,
sponsors, and vendors to put the event on, to the development of rules.
Got a Penny?
Come see how you can make a quick $1,000 through a simple penny raffle!
It’s not hard and is great when you need additional events at LETR events or
fundraisers! It’s quick and simple!
The Golf Drop!
Another quick fundraiser to make $1000 using used golf balls! Another
event that can be added to a LETR event that is fun, simple, and raises
simple money for the LETR!!
Honors Luncheon
12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
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This afternoon session celebrates and honors you and your fellow Torch Run
members’ amazing efforts and contributions to the local Law Enforcement
Torch Run Programs. Highlighting outstanding achievement, the LETR
Executive council will present the Awards of Excellence and Program Awards.
In recognition of their contributions to the success of the Law Enforcement
Torch Run on a local, state or national level, the winners of the John Carion
“Unsung Hero” Award will also be revealed.
Concurrent Session #5 2:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
All Concurrent Sessions are presented by: Motorola Solutions Foundation
and will take place on the 1st floor.
LaMunyon Unplugged
2:45 p.m. to 4:00p.m.
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
Presenters: Mike Peretti, LETR Executive Council
This all attendee session features the founder of the Law Enforcement
Torch Run, Chief Richard LaMunyon retired from the Wichita (Kansas) Police
Department, in a very special unplugged session! Through the miracles of
social media members of the audience will be able to ask questions and get
the answers directly from Chief LaMunyon. A tremendous
opportunity for our movement to hear how it all
started, where we are today and what vision does Chief
LaMunyon see for the future of the LETR.
Live and Silent Auction
5:00p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Hilton Exhibition Center 2nd Floor
Sponsored by the National Fraternal Order of Police, join auctioneer
Greg Askren and his team at this annual conference event that has raised
thousands of dollars for Special Olympics programs. Everything from
alligator heads to zydeco music will be for sale. Some of the hot ticket
items include, historical Law Enforcement memorabilia, Law Enforcement
Torch Run keepsakes, artwork and jewelry by local artists, voodoo dolls,
New Orleans seasonings and crawfish pots. Come early to bid on the big
ticket item, a Glock engraved with the new LETR logo. There is no cost to
register; you will find your bid number printed on your credential.
Friday, September 12
Torch Run®
Stage in front of the Hilton Riverside Hotel at 6:30am
7:00a.m to 8:15a.m.
Off-Site, French Quarter
Cost: $25 registration fee includes dry fit shirt
This is a Torch Run you will surely be telling your friends and family about
for months. Don’t forget your camera as this route allows you to see and
snap photos of the best New Orleans attractions, from the river front to the
French Quarter, the route is a virtual tourist’s dream, passing along world
famous locations such as Jackson Square, Café Du Monde and the one and
only Saint Louis Cathedral.
Breakfast
7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
Hilton Exhibition Center 2nd Floor
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General Session
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
Maybe the single largest initiative in our Torch Relay history; come learn
about the Unified Relay Across America and the Final Leg lead up to the 2015
Special Olympics World Summer Games in Los Angeles, California. Three
simultaneous runs, spanning all 50 U.S. States over 45 days, leading into the
LETR Final Leg for the 2015 Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles,
California, the first World Summer Games held in the U.S. in 16 years.
LETR Executive Council #2
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Kabacoff, Riverside Conference Center
Facilitator: Mike Peretti, Chair, Executive Council
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Hall of Fame Banquet/Closing Ceremony
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Grand Ballroom, 1st Floor
Celebrate the conclusion of this year’s LETR International Conference with
an elegant dinner and presentation of the 2014 Richard LaMunyon Hall of
Fame Awards. This is the evening to recognize the outstanding efforts of
those who work so hard to make the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special
Olympics a success! Witness the passing of the Flame of Hope onto next
year’s conference Program, The Bahamas!
Celebrity Emcee: Jay Grymes, WAFB Chief Meteorologist, Baton Rogue
Key Note Speaker: David Dellucci, Former Major League Baseball Player
Hall of Fame Post Banquet Reception
A business meeting to include newly elected members of the LETR
Executive Council.
9:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Grand Salon, 1st Floor
Unified Sports® Event - Sportsman’s Paradise
Immediately following the Richard LaMunyon Hall of Fame Banquet come
and join us for a post banquet reception featuring Baton Rouge Police
Department’s own DJ Officer Tyrone Honore Jr. Dancing, no host bar and
networking with all your LETR friends.
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Hilton Health Club, 6th Floor
Don’t leave Louisiana, also known as “Sportsman’s Paradise,” without playing
Unified Sports with our local SOLA athletes. You will participate in a variety
of sporting events including Bocce and Basketball Skills Training, alongside
Special Olympics Louisiana athletes with a Cajun twist. Remember to stop
by the Louisiana Registration booth when you arrive so you can register for
all these exciting, Louisiana style activities and also purchase a one of a kind
Unified Sports T-shirt!
Lunch
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Hilton Health Club, 6th Floor
A simple picnic lunch – sandwich, chips and drink – will be provided to
conference attendees.
Hall of Fame Reception
5:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Chemin Royale, 1st Floor
No Host Bar
Saturday, September 13
Departure Transportation
5:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Departure transportation from the conference hotel to MSY will run on
Saturday, September 13 from 5:00 am to1:00 pm and will depart from the
conference hotel for the airport approximately every 30 minutes. These are
the ONLY times airport transportation will be offered. We strongly urge
all attendees to book their flights to depart so they may take advantage of
the courtesy transportation being offered by the host program. NOTE: The
Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel does NOT provide shuttle service to/
from the New Orleans International Airport. The approximate cost for a taxi
between the airport and hotel is $33.00 (one-way). Attendees departing
from other airports / times will need to make
their own ground transportation arrangements.
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Special Olympics Louisiana
Featured Athletes
Ashley Arceneaux of Houma, Louisiana has
been involved with Special Olympics for over
six years. Since becoming involved with Special
Olympics Louisiana, Ashley has proven herself
to be a phenomenal swimmer; being named
the Special Olympics Louisiana Athlete of the
Year (2010) and taking home three bronze
medals in aquatics this year during the 2014
Special Olympics USA Games, her dedication
and determination are undeniable. Ashley credits her aunt with
introducing her to Special Olympics. Ashley remarks, “Special Olympics
has helped me to become a genuine person… The organization gave me a
second chance and allows me to help people less fortunate than myself.”
Ashley describes her greatest accomplishment as her achievement of
“not making excuses to get things done.”
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Virgil Atkinson became actively involved
with Special Olympics over 26 years ago
while attending Holden High School. Virgil
is employed at Livingston Activity Center, in
his hometown of Livingston, Louisiana and
participates in athletics, bowling, bocce and
horseshoes. Virgil, who affectionately refers
to Special Olympics as his “family”, is often
commended for his exceptional work ethic
and is admired for his great sportsmanship. He was the recipient of
the Male Athlete of the Year Award (2007) and serves as both the
athlete representative on the Special Olympics Louisiana Board of
Directors and as Vice President of the Athlete Leadership Committee.
Winning a bronze medal in Team Bowling at this year’s 2014 Special
Olympics USA Games, Virgil has competed in three USA Games and
two World Games. He describes Special Olympics as having provided
him with the opportunity to “participate in different events and travel
the world.” Virgil upholds his personal motto of: “Work harder and try to
beat your personal best.”
Thomas Clarene of New Orleans, Louisiana
has been involved with Special Olympics for
over twenty years. Since becoming involved,
Thomas has competed in athletics, basketball,
team handball and volleyball. Thomas, a past
member of the Special Olympics Louisiana
Board of Directors, has represented his local
program in many speaking engagements
including the delivery of an address to
6,000 law enforcement officers, and proudly advocating for Special
Olympics athletes in Washington, DC during Capitol Hill Day. Between
competitions, training, speaking engagements and his job as an usher
at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Thomas is proudly involved with his
community as a volunteer at St. David’s church where he serves as a
member of the senior center entertainment committee. Thomas takes
extreme pride in the power of Special Olympics, his personal motto is:
“to be of service whenever there is a need.”
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Guest Speakers
Sheriff Jeff Wiley is a graduate of East Ascension High
School and has a B.S. Degree from Southeastern Louisiana
University. He was elected Sheriff and took office July 1,
1996 and since that time successfully helped guide the
department through the unprecedented growth Ascension
Parish has experienced. In 2003 and 2007, Sheriff Wiley
became the first Sheriff in the history of Ascension Parish
to be returned to office for two terms without opposition. In 2008, Governor
Bobby Jindal appointed Sheriff Wiley to serve as both the Chairman of the
Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Chairman of the Louisiana Peace
Officers Standards and Training Committee. In 2009, Sheriff Wiley was honored
by being inducted into the Louisiana Justice Hall of Fame. An active supporter of
Special Olympics Louisiana, Sheriff Wiley has played a crucial leadership role in
bring the many resources of Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office to assist the LETR
International Conference in New Orleans.
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Major General Darryll D. M. Wong while on active duty,
he flew C-141’s during the final years of the Vietnam War,
the closing of United States bases in Thailand, and the baby
and refugee airlift as a member of the 53rd Military Airlift
Squadron, Norton Air Force Base, and California. He assumed
the position of Adjutant General, Hawaii on January 9, 2011.
As Adjutant General, he oversees the training and readiness
of 5,500 Soldiers and Airmen of the Hawaii National Guard. He also serves as the
Director, State Civil Defense providing direct support to the Office of Veterans
Services, and is the Homeland Security Advisor to the Governor. Before assuming
his current position, he served as the Headquarters Hawaii Air National Guard
Director of Operations and project officer for developing C-17A requirements for
the Hawaii Air National Guard. General Wong is a Command Pilot and Instructor
Pilot with more than 3,000 hours in the C-17, KC-135R, C-141A, T-38, and T-37.
Jay Grymes is currently the Chief Meteorologist for Baton
Rouge’s CBS affiliate (WAFB-TV, Channel 9), having assumed
that position in May 2003. He originally came to Baton
Rouge to study at LSU in 1985 and joined the Louisiana State
University as a full-time research associate in 1986, continuing
in a number of full-time appointments within the LSU system
until May 2003. Jay has served as a weathercaster with
WAFB-TV since September 1996 and also serves as a weather consultant for the
Louisiana State Police, EBR Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness, and
the Louisiana Dept. of Justice. He is routinely involved in community activities,
speaking at area clubs, including Louisiana Special Olympics. He even took a
quick dip to promote the Polar Plunge® in the lake at Cabela’s in Gonzales, LA.
Rick Greene, born in Kentucky, went to high school in Florida
and college in Louisiana helping lead LSU to victory in the 1991
College World Series. Originally drafted by the New York
Yankees in the 14th round of the 1989 amateur draft, Greene chose
not to sign. He was later chosen 16th overall in the 1992 amateur
draft and signed by the Detroit Tigers and was ranked the sixth
best prospect in the Tigers organization by Baseball America. He
competed for the United States at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics where baseball had its
debut as an official medal sport. Greene appeared in one MLB game as a relief pitcher
for the Cincinnati Reds in 1999. Having been affected by cancer, Rick established The
2 Seam Dream Foundation to promote healthy living through disease awareness.
Former LSU pitcher Rick Greene will be the new assistant baseball coach at Southern
University. He currently serves as the assistant pitching coach at Southern University.
Bobby Smith a retired Louisiana State Trooper, is
a recognized national/international speaker who has
addressed a variety of audiences, including law enforcement,
government agencies, emergency medical teams,
corporations, schools and churches. He also conducts training
seminars and conferences. Shot and blinded after a traumatic
in the line of duty incident in March of 1986, Bobby’s stories
and life lessons will change your life. Learning to balance an emotional and time
consuming career with a happy family life is incredibly difficult at the best of
times. He currently works for the LA State Police, Support Services Division and
is the Director of The Troopers Assistance Program, overseeing the CISM, Peers
Support and Chaplain’s programs. Bobby has authored three books, Visions of
Courage: the Bobby Smith Story and The Will to Survive.
David Dellucci was born and raised in Baton Rouge Louisiana.
David was drafted in the 10th round by the Baltimore Orioles
in 1995. He played 13 years (1997 – 2009) in the Major Leagues
with the Diamondbacks, Rangers, Indians, Phillies, and Yankees.
As a rookie in 1998 David recorded his first Major League hit off
of Tom Gordon, which hit off of the Green Monster in Fenway
Park and led the National League in triples with twelve while
hitting .394 in June and he played for Arizona on the World Series team in 2001.
Throughout his career Dellucci has worked with several charities including Special
Olympics Louisiana. In 2005 after hurricanes Katrina and Rita he formed his own
charity called Catch22forblue and has received a Commendation from the Louisiana
House of Representatives and was recognized by the state Senate
for his efforts. He now heads the Dellucci’s Dream
Foundation which gives free baseball camps and
clinics for all boys and girls in the Louisiana area and
supports current and past armed service members.
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2014 LETR International
Executive Council
Chairman Emeritus
Richard LaMunyon / Kansas
Law Enforcement At-Large
Mike Peretti / Northern California
(Executive Council Chair)
Region 1 / CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT
Law Enforcement At-Large
Region 2/ DC, DE, MD, PA, NJ, NY, VA, WV
Antonio Williams / Hawaii
Law Enforcement At-Large
Kurt Kendro / Hawaii
Special Olympics At-Large Mark Musso / Special Olympics Missouri
Special Olympics At-Large Adrian DeWendt / Special Olympics
Oklahoma (Executive Council Vice-Chair
Special Olympics At-Large
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Executive Council
Regional Coordinators
Richard Fernandez / Special Olympics
Southern California
Special Olympics Appointee Glenn MacDonell/ Special Olympics Ontario
Special Olympics Appointee Peter Wheeler / Special Olympics
International
SOI Executive Director of LETR
Joe Carlone, Connecticut
John Newnan, Maryland
Region 3/ AL, FL, GA, MS, NC, SC, TN
Mike Anderson, Florida
Region 4 / IL, IN, KY, MI, OH
Jim Reno, Indiana
Region 5 / IA, MN, NE, ND, SD, WI
Richard Sheldon, Minnesota
Region 6 / AR, KS, LA, MO, OK, TX
Mark Wollmershauser, Oklahoma
Region 7 / AZ, N.CA, S.CA, CO, HI, NV,
NM, UT, Guam
Roberta Abner, Southern California
Region 8 / AK, ID, MT, OR, WA, WY
Ron Casalenda, Wyoming
Region 9 / Western Europe
Jeremy Adams, Northern Ireland
Michael Teem / Special Olympics
International
Region 10 / Eastern Europe/Eurasia
Special Olympics Athlete Appointee
Region 11 / Canada Sam Tam / Hong Kong
Paul Manuel, Alberta
IACP Appointee Region 12 / East Asia
Russ Laine / Illinois
Patrick Chan, Hong Kong
IACP Appointee
Region 13 / Caribbean
Walter McNeil / Florida
Bill Buford, Arkansas
Executive Council Appointee Region 14 / Oceania
Steve Nigrelli/ New York
Scott Whyte, NSW Australia
Executive Council Appointee
Region 15 / Latin America
Luis A Rosa / Connecticut
Jacek Hachulski, Poland
Vladimir Caceres, El Salvador
Special Thank You
Andrea & David Kramer
ICPC Conference Documentation Team, Idaho
Greg Askren
ICPC Conference Auctioneer, Kansas
Harry Drucker
AV Production, Los Angeles S.O., Southern California
Larry Hunt
Larry Logic Productions, CA
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Wanted
Planning Committees
T
2014 Louisiana Conference
Planning Committee
he International Conference Planning Committee (ICPC) is
accepting letters of interest from resourceful, creative and selfmotivated persons who have a strong desire to contribute to the
success of the LETR International Conference.
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The ICPC is responsible for all logistical issues surrounding the planning and
implementation of the LETR International Conference; the cornerstone
for providing education, motivation and inspiration to LETR volunteers
worldwide and a critical component in the overall growth and success of our
global movement.
Opportunities exist in all areas of planning, coordination and implementation
of the International Conference including: Video production, Script writing,
Graphic design, Concurrent Sessions, Registration, Operations, Transportation,
Speaker development, Unified Sports®, Torch Run®, Live & Silent Auction,
Documentation team and other essential areas of conference development.
If you have a keen sense of personal drive and initiative, is someone who
can demonstrate a high level of initiative can take charge in the absence
of detailed instructions, be self-reliant and resourceful and complete
committee assignments in a punctual manner while thoroughly analyzing
relevant information and conditions we want you on our team.
Carl Dabadie, Baton Rouge Police Department
Ward Webb, Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office
Garet Aucoin, Slidell Police Department
James Virgil, Kenner Police Department
Ninoska Guggenheim, Kenner Police Department
Maria Sanchez, Special Olympics Louisiana
Katie Bird, Special Olympics Louisiana
International Conference
Planning Committee
Luis Rosa, Chair, Connecticut
Rodney Seurer, Vice Chair/Director of Operations, Minnesota
John Pratt, Production Manager, Northern California
Individual members of the ICPC will be assigned based on experience and need.
Kurt Kendro, Events Manager, Hawaii
If you would like to explore this opportunity to be a part of the International
Conference Planning Committee please contact Rodney Seurer, ICPC
Director of Operations, who will answer any initial questions you may have.
Don Hull, Events Manager, Oklahoma
Rodney Seurer
RSeurer@ci.savage.mn.us
1-952-292-2239
Doug Kinloch, Events Manager, Alberta
Ben Moszkowicz, Events Manager, Hawaii
Sandy Graves, HelmsBriscoe, North Carolina
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Tuesday September 9
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Registration
Registration Counters 1st Floor
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Executive Council Meeting #1
Kabacoff / Riverside Conference Center
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Vendor Show
Chemin Royale / Grand Salon 1st Floor
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Newcomer Orientation
Grand Salon A (6&3) 1st Floor
7:00 p.m.
Gather for the walk to Host Night
Hilton Exhibition Center C 2nd Floor
7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Louisiana Host Night
Off-Site - Old Sugar Mill
Wednesday, September 10
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Registration
Registration Counters 1st Floor
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Vendor Show
Chemin Royale / Grand Salon 1st Floor
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Opening Ceremony
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
10:45 am - 12:15 pm
Concurrent Session #1
Special Olympics Athletes and
Family Panel
Salon A (6 & 3) 1st Floor
Unified Relay Across America
Salon B (9 & 12) 1st Floor
Case Studies
Salon C (15 & 18) 1st Floor
Planning & Policy for Sustainability
Salon D (21 & 24) 1st Floor
12:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
IACP Founders Luncheon
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Concurrent Session #2
Create and Retain Media
Partnerships
Salon A (6 & 3) 1st Floor
eGaming!
Salon B (9 & 12) 1st Floor
Understanding the Military
Salon C (15 & 18) 1st Floor
Best Practices of Successful
Programs
Salon D (21 & 24) 1st Floor
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
SO Liaison Session #1
Cambridge 2nd Floor
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
LETR Director Session
Belle Chasse 3rd Floor
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Concurrent Session #5
ALL ATTENDEES
LaMunyon Unplugged
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
T-Shirt Exchange
Hilton Exhibition Center 2nd Floor
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Live & Silent Auction
Hilton Exhibition Center 2nd Floor
5:30 p.m.
Evening On Your Own
Off-site TBD by Program
7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Shipping & Packing
Penfield Business Center 2nd Floor
Thursday September 11
Friday, September 12
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
Hilton Exhibition Center 2nd Floor
Staging 6:30 a.m.
Torch Run®
IFO Hilton Riverside Hotel
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Vendor Show
Chemin Royale / Grand Salon 1st Floor
Starts promply at 7:00 a.m.
Torch Run®
Off-Site / French Quarter
8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
General Session
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
7:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.
Breakfast
Hilton Exhibition Center 2nd Floor
9:30 am - 10:45 am
Concurrent Session #3
Case Studies
Salon A (6 & 3) 1st Floor
Hold The Rope
Salon B (9 & 12) 1st Floor
Case Studies
Salon C (15 & 18) 1st Floor
LETR.org - The Place to Go
Salon D (21 & 24) 1st Floor
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Future Conference Planning Meeting
2015 & 2016
Chequers
9:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
SO CEO Meeting
Kabacoff / Riverside Conference Center
11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
SO Liaison Session #2
Cambridge 2nd Floor
11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Concurrent Session #4
LETR Branding Workshop
Salon A (6 & 3) 1st Floor
How to get Command Staff Buy-in
Salon B (9 & 12) 1st Floor
Imyne! Shop, Earn and Donate!
Salon C (15 & 18) 1st Floor
Case Studies
Salon D (21 & 24) 1st Floor
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Honors Luncheon
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Conference Information & Resources
Registration Counters 1st Floor
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
General Session
2015 World Games & Unified Relay
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Shipping & Packing
Penfield Business Center 2nd Floor
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Unified Sports®
Hilton Health Club 6th Floor
12:30p.m. - 1:30p.m.
Lunch
Hilton Health Club 6th Floor
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Executive Council Meeting #2
Kabacoff / Riverside Conference
Center
5:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Hall of Fame Reception
Chemin Royale 1st Floor
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Hall of Fame Banquet
Grand Ballroom 1st Floor
9:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Post Banquet Reception
Grand Salon 1st Floor
Saturday September 13
5:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Departure Transportation
New Orleans International Airport
(MSY)