JShield Community Security Summit
Featuring Michael Chertoff
Featuring Michael Chertoff
In an era of evolving threats, security is not just a responsibility — it’s a shared mission.
Join us for Federation’s inaugural JShield Community Security Summit, a gathering of the Jewish community’s security leaders, law enforcement partners, and experts dedicated to strengthening security and preparedness across our institutions. We will be joined by Michael Chertoff, Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of The Chertoff Group, a global security risk management and growth advisory firm.
Throughout the day, we will deep dive into emerging threats, security trends, prevention strategies, and real-world case studies that impact Jewish communities, and gain insights into how JShield supports and strengthens our security network in times of crisis and beyond. Explore the program.
Tuesday, April 8th | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location to be announced.
For security reasons, the location will be announced a few days before the event.
Kosher breakfast and lunch will be served.
Register early as space is limited. Registration closes on April 1st.
This security summit is for those leading the charge in keeping our communities safer and provided at no cost as part of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington’s commitment to the Jewish community it serves, with the support of Motorola and Granilux Solutions.
Questions? Contact Sarah Springer, JShield Associate.
Program
8:00 AM | Breakfast (30 minutes)
8:30 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks Gil Preuss, CEO, Jewish Federation of Greater Washington
8:40 AM | Session 1: Keynote Address Speaker: Michael Chertoff
9:30 AM | Break (15 minutes)
9:45 AM | Session 2: JShield
Introduction to JShield, the security division of Federation. Learn about the JShield team and the services they provide for Jewish organizations in the Greater Washington area.
11:15 AM | Break (15 minutes)
11:30 AM | Session 3: Middle East Security & IT Threat Briefing Panel
A panel of experts will provide current insights into the current status of Hamas, Hizballah and the global terrorism environment.
12:30 PM | Lunch (30 minutes)
1:00 PM | Session 4: Motorola – innovative security solutions and technologies
1:30 PM | Session 5: Law Enforcement Panel Panelists: MCPD, MPD, FCPD
Hear from a panel of community liaisons from Montgomery County PD, Metro PD and Fairfax County PD.
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Session 6: Communicating About Security for Community Safety
Learn about best practices for educating and communicating with congregations and community members about security.
3:00 PM | Closing & Networking
3:30 PM | End
About Michael Chertoff
Michael Chertoff is the Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of The Chertoff Group, a global security risk management and growth advisory firm, which he co-founded after a notable career in public service, where he repeatedly addressed security issues of first impression. From 2005 to 2009, Mr. Chertoff served as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, where he led the federal government’s efforts to protect our nation from a wide range of security threats, including blocking would-be terrorists from crossing our borders or implementing their plans if they were already in the country. Earlier in his career, Mr. Chertoff served as a federal judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit and head of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Criminal Division block.
JShield, Federation’s community security initiative, is committed to equipping Jewish institutions across Greater Washington with the tools, training, and connections to stay prepared, resilient, and safer.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington welcomes the participation of interfaith couples and families, and people of all abilities, backgrounds, gender identities, and sexual orientations. Building an inclusive community is a priority. If you require special accommodations to participate in this event, please contact us in advance by email or call 301-230-7200 so every effort can be made to accommodate your needs.
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