2026 ACA 156th Congress of Correction Pittsburgh_Program Book

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FEATURED SESSION

Emerging Technologies Summit Hosted by Falcon in Partnership with ACA

Thursday, July 30, 2026 8:30am–3:30 pm Room 408/409/410

Moderators

Leadership and Technology Shaping the Future of Safety and Operations

Bryan Collier Former Executive Director of TDCJ & President of Business Development, VitalCore

Overview The Falcon/ACA Emerging Technologies Summit brings together industry leaders and innovators to facilitate and advance the implementation of emerging technologies that strengthen correctional safety and operational performance. This immersive forum features more than 20 correctional State Directors, the Federal Bureau of Prisons Director, County Sheriffs, and international prison leaders, alongside industry experts and leading technology CEOs. Speakers and participants engage in candid panels, case studies, and discussions focused on innovative technological solutions to the industry’s most pressing challenges, including safety and violence, workforce challenges, operational efficiency, health and behavioral health needs, and cross-jurisdiction data integration. Learning Objectives • Evaluate practical applications of emerging technologies in correctional settings to enhance safety, workforce effectiveness, and operational performance. • Analyze technology implementation in correctional facilities to identify best practices, lessons learned, and factors critical to successful adoption. • Examine leading global smart prison models to understand international approaches to automation, AI, and digital integration. • Assess opportunities to leverage data, analytics, and technology to enhance decision-making, health services, and interagency collaboration.

Todd Ishee Former Secretary of NC DAC & Falcon Senior Expert

Torrey Sims President & CEO WMH Media, Correctional News

Sarah Clow VP of Sales and Marketing, WMH Media, Correctional News

Nick Deml Former Commissioner of VT DOC & Rikers Remediation Manager