See it, Solve it: De-Escalation Training through Real World Examples
“What would you do?” That’s the question at the heart of this interactive, eye-opening webinar on de-escalation and situational awareness.
Whether you’re new to de-escalation or looking to sharpen your skills, this webinar offers a unique opportunity to learn by example and walk away with tools you can use immediately.
In this webinar, you’ll learn:
- How to assess situations quickly and identify signs of potential escalation
- Step-by-step de-escalation techniques tailored to real-world environments
- What to say—and what not to say—in high-stress interactions
- How to keep yourself and others safe without escalating tension
In today’s fast-paced world, knowing how to stay safe and navigate tense situations is more important than ever. We hope you and your teams can join us!
Meet the Presenters
Jason Russell
PanelistJason Russell is the Founder and President of Secure Environment Consultants (SEC) and the founder of SHIELD, two organizations dedicated to advancing safety and security in schools and businesses nationwide. As a former United States Secret Service Special Agent and with a passion for proactive safety solutions, Jason leads a national team of former federal agents, police officials, and military specialists in delivering executive-level threat assessment, emergency preparedness, and protection strategies to schools and corporate environments across the U.S. As President of SEC, Jason oversees company operations, product development, and quality assurance. Under his leadership, SEC has grown to serve thousands of clients nationwide, offering customized, real-world security solutions grounded in behavioral threat assessment, crisis response, and prevention-first planning. In 2023, Jason launched SHIELD, a school-focused safety organization that provides dedicated security leaders who are trained not only in risk management but in student engagement and school culture. In just two years, SHIELD has expanded to support nearly 20 school districts in Michigan, employing over 160 professionals who serve as trusted, integrated members of school communities.
Tom Landry
PanelistTom Landry is a Senior Lead Consultant with Secure Environment Consultants (SEC), where he brings over 25 years of distinguished federal law enforcement experience to the private sector. Based in Prosper, Texas, Tom now leads SEC’s national efforts in executive vulnerability assessments, workplace violence prevention, and protective strategy development for corporations and academic institutions across the country. Prior to joining SEC, Tom served with the United States Secret Service, retiring in 2022 as the Special Agent in Charge (SAIC) of the St. Louis Field Office. In this role, he directed all criminal investigations and protective operations throughout eastern Missouri, with a focus on combating violent crime and safeguarding vulnerable populations. Earlier in his career, he held high-level protective assignments, including service on the Presidential Protective Division under Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, as well as leadership roles within the Special Operations Division’s Airspace Security Branch and as Deputy Special Agent in Charge of the George W. Bush Protective Division in Dallas. Tom’s global operational experience includes assignments in all 50 U.S. states and over 50 countries, positioning him as a seasoned expert in high-stakes security environments. His work consistently balanced physical protection with strategic risk mitigation at the highest levels.