Successful Week of Regional Meetings Showcases LLSSA’s Commitment to Safety and Collaboration
The Louisiana Life Safety & Security Association (LLSSA) recently wrapped up a highly successful week of regional meetings, bringing together industry leaders, law enforcement officials, and dedicated members for a series of dynamic sessions across the state. This week-long event reinforced LLSSA’s longstanding commitment to training, professional development, and community engagement within the security and safety sectors.
Kicking off the week on Monday, February 17, 2025, attendees gathered at the Catfish Cabin in Monroe for an engaging dinner and meeting session. The meeting featured insights Chief Bryan Adams, LA State Fire Marshal, in the direction of the State Fire Marshal’s office. Captain Craig Honeycutt from the Monroe Police Department provided vital perspectives on local law enforcement collaboration. Vendor tables hosted industry innovators such as Alarm Monitoring Service and United Central Control, offering members the latest in safety technology.
On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the meeting moved to Top Axe in Alexandria, where participants enjoyed a combined dinner, meeting, and social event. Ron Foreman, LLSSA President, led the session alongside David Allen the Region 3 VP for the LLSSA. Adding to the robust lineup, Chief Bryan Adams returned to share his expertise, while Capt. Kenneth Rachal of the Alexandria Police Department contributed valuable insights into community safety.
The event in Baton Rouge on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, took on a full-day format at Jones Creek Regional Library, combining a CEU Day with lunch and an informative meeting. Monica Wolf, LLSSA Region VP lead the meeting joined by the LLSSA Social Committee Chairperson, Michelle Marsh. Chief Bryan Adams answered numerous questions providing insight for the attendees. The day not only offered educational opportunities through continuing education credits provided by various partners, including the Baton Rouge Police Department, East Baton Rouge EMS, Tough Dog Security, DSC, and The Fence Workers Association—but also featured vendor tables from key industry players like Alarm Monitoring Service, United Central Control, and Wesco.
Concluding the week on Thursday, February 20, 2025, the Kenner meeting at Brick Oven delivered an excellent mix of dinner, networking, and informative sessions. Mandi Ward, LLSSA Region VP, along with the Committee Chairpersons, led discussions that were further enriched by appearances from Chief Bryan Adams and Chief Keith Conley of the Kenner Police Department. The event also showcased vendor displays from companies including Alarm Monitoring Service, LRG, United Central Control, and Wesco, ensuring that attendees left with a wealth of information on the latest industry advancements.
A successful series of events like this would not have been possible without the generous support of our event sponsors. Special thanks go to our consistent sponsors—Alarm Monitoring Service and Team UCC—whose contributions helped bring these meetings to life. Their ongoing support, along with the efforts of various vendor partners, underscores a shared commitment to enhancing safety and security standards throughout Louisiana.
As LLSSA continues to serve as a cornerstone for training and collaboration since its inception in 1991, this week’s regional meetings have set a high standard for future events. By fostering an environment of learning, networking, and shared expertise, LLSSA reaffirms its role as a vital resource for security, fire, locksmith, CCTV, and access control professionals across the state.
In celebrating the success of this week, LLSSA looks forward to continuing its mission of supporting industry professionals, ensuring that Louisiana remains at the forefront of safety and security innovation.
For more details on the events and upcoming activities, please visit the LLSSA Regional Meetings page.