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# Webinar: How Public Safety Can Utilize LTE During Planned Events

*2020-09-22 · Watch On-Demand · On-Demand*

## Event description

During planned events such as parades, protests, and rallies, citizens depend on local public safety officers for a safe environment. Access to LTE allows responders to rely on mission-critical applications, devices, and constant communication in case of an emergency.

Join this webinar to explore:

- How reliable LTE enables immediate response and steadfast communication between an array of agencies

- The importance of connectivity for mobile command units, surveillance and body-worn cameras, GPS, radios, and in-vehicle devices

- The cost and time savings of centralized management of wireless edge routers

## Speakers

- Jason Johnston, Senior Enterprise Support Engineer, Mobile Specialist, Cradlepoint — Jason Johnston is a Senior Enterprise Support Engineer, Mobile Specialist for Cradlepoint. Previously, Jason worked for a municipality on assignment to design, deploy, and maintain a mobile data terminal (MDT) solution for both police and fire.
- Michael Fletcher, Public Sector/Public Safety Manager, Cradlepoint — Michael Fletcher is the Public Sector/Public Safety Manager – dedicated to promoting Cradlepoint solutions to First Responder agencies across the US. <br>
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Michael has approximately 21 years as a First Responder – his love for public safety and service began in high school as a Police Explorer. His public sector experience encompasses 3 Years as a Volunteer Firefighter for San Bernardino County, 3 years as an EMT on a busy Ambulance Rig in Orange County, CA and lastly – his real passion – Michael served as a Deputy Sheriff for San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department for 15 years. Duty assignments included Corrections, Patrol, Traffic Accident Investigation, Media Relations and Public Affairs, and Training. <br>

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He currently holds membership to the National Sheriff’s Association, International Public Safety Association, Inc, and the Public Safety Broadband Technology Association. Michael has previously held membership with the California Sheriff’s Association. <br>

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While assigned to Public affairs within the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, he developed and initiated the Crime-Free Multi-Housing Program – a community oriented policing program adopted from Mesa, Arizona. Michael then developed a Train-the-Trainer Course and then taught it to agencies throughout California.<br>

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He has been awarded the Sheriff’s Medal of Meritorious Service and the Sheriff’s Life Saving award. He was honored as a Deputy of the Year for his dedication to Community Service.