DFW Be Prepared

Symposium 2026

The definitive one-day safety summit for churches, synagogues, and charter schools — equipping community leaders to protect their people.

Date

October 6th, 2026

Venue

The Lamar Arlington, TX

Time

8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Capacity

100–150 Leaders

Why Attend

The Threat Is Real.

Hate crimes, active shooter incidents, and targeted cyberattacks against faith communities and schools are rising. Most organizations have no formal plan. This symposium changes that — in one day.

You’ll leave with a written Be Prepared Action Plan, direct contacts at FBI and CISA, and a trained team ready to respond.

 
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FEMA security grant available per qualifying org
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Symposium Structure

8 Expert Divisions.
One Transformative Day.

01

Threat Intelligence

02

Physical Security

03

Active Threat Response

04

Cybersecurity

05

Collyevllie Attack Overview

06

Interfaith Coordination

07

Mental Health Recovery

08

Technology & Funding

01

Threat Intelligence

FBI · CISA · DHS/HSI

02

Physical Security

Certified PSP · Local PD · Security Experts

03

Active Threat Response

SWAT · Fire/EMS · ALICE/ALERRT

04

Cybersecurity

Cyber Experts · CISA Advisors

05

Legal & Insurance

Nonprofit Attorneys · Insurers

06

Interfaith Coordination

SCN · NACBA · KJK Consulting

07

Mental Health Recovery

Counselors · Chaplains

08

Technology & Funding

Tech Vendors · Grant Specialists

What You'll Walk Away With

Leave Ready,
Not Just Informed.

Who Should Attend

Built for
Community Leaders.

Christian Churches

Pastors, executive directors, security teams, and board members of congregations of all sizes

Synagogues

Rabbis, executive directors, and safety committee members of Jewish houses
of worship

Charter Schools

Principals, administrators, and board members of independent public schools serving minority communities

Day-of Schedule

April 24, 2026

The Lamar Arlington, TX ·  8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

7:30 - 8:00 AM

Registration & Networking Breakfast

Check in, receive your Be Prepared workbook, connect with federal resource tables

8:00 AM

Keynote: The Threat Landscape

FBI Field Office — a frank, data-driven overview of current threats targeting faith communities and schools

9:00 AM

Divisions 1 & 2 — Threat Intel + Physical Security

FBI · CISA · DHS/HSI · Certified PSP · Local Law Enforcement

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Lunch + Survivor Testimony

Catered lunch — a faith leader who navigated a real incident shares their story

1:00 - 1:45 PM

Divisions 3 & 4 — Active Threat + Cybersecurity

SWAT · ALICE/ALERRT Tabletop Exercise · Cybersecurity Experts

3:40 PM

Divisions 5–8 — Legal, Interfaith, Mental Health & Tech

Attorneys · Insurance · SCN · Counselors · FEMA Grant Specialists

6:00 - 6:15 PM

Closing + Be Prepared Action Plan

Every attendee completes their personalized 30-day action plan before leaving

6:25 - 7:00 PM

Networking Reception & Resource Fair

Connect with speakers, vendors, and fellow leaders — book follow-up consultations

Register Now

Protect Your Community.

One seat. One day. The knowledge, contacts, and action plan your organization needs to face any threat with confidence.

 

Group Rates Available

Bring your leadership team. Contact KJK Consulting for group pricing on 3+ seats.

Each Seat Includes

DFW Be Prepared Symposium · 2026

General Admission Full-Day Pass
Secure Your Seat

$395 per seat

Includes all sessions, workbook, meals, and networking reception.
Seats are limited — registration closes when capacity is reached.

🔒 Secure registration · Confirmation sent by email

Founder & Lead Consultant

Sgt. Willie Ford (Ret.)

KJK Consulting

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U.S. Army Veteran

20+ Years of Distinguished Service

Retired Dallas Police Department

28 Years of Community Protection

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KJK Consulting

www.kjkconsulting.com

About KJK Consultants

48 Combined Years of

Public Service.

KJK Consulting was founded by Sgt. Willie Ford — a decorated public servant whose career spans over four decades of protecting communities. With more than 20 years of service in the United States Army and a 28-year career with the Dallas Police Department, Sgt. Ford brings a depth of real-world experience that no classroom can replicate.

His expertise spans military operations and intelligence, law enforcement strategy, community policing, threat assessment, and crisis response, giving KJK Consultants a unique authority in the public safety and preparedness space.

The Be Prepared Symposium is a direct extension of that mission — bringing the same level of discipline, preparedness, and community commitment that defined Sgt. Ford’s career directly to churches, synagogues, and charter schools across the DFW region.

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