The NCS4 concluded a successful 2025 National Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition, with a record number of attendees and exhibitors. The conference was held June 30-July 2, 2025, at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa, in conjunction with title sponsor, CSA360 Software.
The 2025 conference theme, “Setting the Standard,” focused on defining and implementing the highest levels of safety and security practices for sports and special events through the convergence of people, processes and technology. The conference offered dynamic programming, solution provider engagement, and opportunities to network with fellow professionals.
The conference opened with a keynote from James Spellos, president of Meeting U., on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in security operations, followed by a panel presentation, “Inside Look With Our League’s Top Security Leadership,” with Billy Langenstein (NFL), Jared Maples (NHL), Leon Newsome (NBA), Jeff Stonebreaker (MLS) and Dave Thomas (MLB).
General sessions covered broad topics with panel discussions relevant to sports safety and security professionals in today’s ever-changing landscape, such as AI applications, credentialing, medical emergency planning, sports betting, insider threat protection, communications, and planning for international sports events. In addition to general sessions, the conference boasted an Awards Luncheon, breakout sessions, and an exhibition hall that allowed attendees to explore emerging technologies and network with industry peers.