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Learning From the Past to Protect the Future

When violence reaches churches, lives are changed forever—and vital lessons emerge. In this 60-minute webinar, experts Simon Osamoh and Brent Tsuda will analyze real-world case studies of gun violence in churches to reveal practical, actionable security insights.

Together, we’ll explore: 

Patterns behind targeted church violence and the warning signs often missed
Why reactive-only security models fall short
How AI-powered gun detection can silently add a layer of protection, without disrupting worship or creating fear

Date- October 23, 2025
Time- 1:00 pm EST

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Spanish police are investigating the disappearance of a painting by Pablo Picasso after it apparently vanished on the way to an exhibition.

The 1919 gouache work “Still Life with Guitar,” which measures just 12.7 centimeters by 9.8 centimeters (5 inches x 3.9 inches), was supposed go on display from October 9, as part of a temporary exhibition at CajaGranada Cultural Center in the southern Spanish city of Granada.

The work is owned by a private collector and was insured for an estimated 600,000 euros ($700,000), the CajaGranada Foundation, which owns the cultural center, confirmed to Reuters Friday.

The Friday before the exhibition was due to open, a van belonging to a transportation company arrived at the cultural center as scheduled to deliver works from Madrid, CajaGranada Foundation said in a press statement Thursday. All the works were moved in a single, continuous movement from the van to a freight elevator that took all the transportation company employees at once from floor -1 to floor 1, the center said. The items were then transferred from the elevator to the exhibition hall under video surveillance, according to the statement.

After verifying the origins of the different packages, the exhibition manager agreed with the transportation company that the delivery would be signed for, ahead of the unpackaging of the pieces the following Monday.

The packages remained under video surveillance at all time over the weekend, and the unpacking began at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, according to the center. The recordings have been checked and no incidents occurred over the weekend, it said. By mid-morning, the CajaGranada Foundation staff had finished unpacking the works and had positioned them in the room. This is when the exhibition curator and head of exhibitions realized Picasso’s “Still Life with Guitar,” known by its Spanish title as “Naturaleza muerta con guitarra,” was missing. The foundation then reported the missing work to the police, according to the statement.

The video recordings from the weekend were checked and no incidents had occurred, it said. The police said the missing work has been added to the international database of stolen artworks but noted that there is no international police cooperation currently being carried out from Granada. Thieves have often targeted Picasso’s paintings, which have fetched up to $179 million at auction.

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Thieves stole “priceless” jewelry from the Louvre in Paris in an audacious seven-minute raid that took place just after the world’s most-visited museum opened on Sunday.

In what appeared to be a professional heist, the robbers used a truck-mounted ladder to gain access to the Apollo Gallery, one of the most ornate rooms in the Louvre, and made off with artefacts from the French Crown Jewels, dating from the Napoleonic era. Two high-security display cases were targeted, and eight of the nine items taken remain unaccounted for, including a tiara and necklace worn by Queen Marie-Amélie and Queen Hortense, the French culture ministry said in a statement. 

The thieves forced open a window using an angle grinder and stole jewelry that has “sentimental value and is priceless,” French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said. Four perpetrators appear to have been involved in the theft, who were unarmed, but threatened the guards with the angle grinders, Paris Prosecutor Laure Beccuau said.

Beccuau said that investigators have not ruled out foreign interference as a possible line of inquiry into the theft; but were keeping all leads open. The thieves dropped or left behind one item – the crown of Empress Eugénie, the wife of Napoleon III.  The ornate gold piece, which features 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds, was damaged in the heist, prosecutors said. “Beyond their market value, the items have inestimable heritage and historical value,” the interior ministry said in a statement.  French President Emmanuel Macron said that “everything is being done” to catch the suspects. “The theft committed at the Louvre is an attack on a heritage we cherish because it is part of our history,” Macron said on X, “ We will recover the works, and the perpetrators will be brought to justice.”

A detailed list of the stolen items released by the culture ministry revealed a single earring from the sapphire parure of Queen Marie-Amélie and Queen Hortense, an emerald necklace and pair of emerald earrings from the parure of Empress Marie-Louise, the “reliquary brooch,” and the tiara and large corsage bow brooch of Empress Eugénie were stolen in the heist. An attempt to set fire to the truck used to carry out the raid was foiled by a Louvre security officer, according to the culture ministry’s statement.

The robbery took only seven minutes, with the suspects fleeing on motorcycles, Nuñez told France Inter radio. “Clearly, a team had been scouting the location. It was obviously a very experienced team that acted very, very quickly,” he aid.

“I am confident that we will very quickly find the perpetrators and, above all, recover the stolen goods,” he added.

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Reposted from Tim Richardson

When is the last time you gave a truly important speech? One that you pondered, developed, and hoped would make a lasting impact?

I just gave one last week. I like to think all my speeches are important – I want every one of them to leave the audience inspired, informed, and ready to act. But last week’s speech felt different. It was deeply personal.

It was my wedding toast – for my daughter and her new husband.

I wanted it to be memorable, so I fretted over it for several weeks. My goal was to make it resonate with everyone in attendance, even though it was primarily directed toward two people.

While I felt this short speech was one of the most meaningful I’ve ever given, I’m not entirely sure it landed the way I hoped. It’s not their fault. There were a lot of distractions—other speeches, the cake cutting, pictures, greeting guests, anticipation for their upcoming honeymoon to Mexico, and of course, dancing. A lot of dancing!

Sadly, if you asked the wedding guests what they remembered from my toast that evening, the list might not be very long.

That experience got me thinking about how important it is to make sure your message sticks, especially in today’s distraction-filled world.

Whether you’re giving a presentation to a community organization, speaking at an industry conference, leading an office meeting, motivating a youth sports team, or addressing a committee at your place of worship – you want your message to stick.

And there will always be distractions.

Here are a few thoughts that may help you deliver a sticky presentation, thoughtful speech, memorable report, or inspiring keynote:

1. Prepare. I started writing my toast shortly after my daughter got engaged. I let the content roll around in my head for several weeks before rewriting and revising the first draft.

2. Practice. During my early morning exercise time, I rehearsed what I planned to say – over and over – until I felt completely comfortable with my content.

3. Use humor. I knew the speech might get emotional, so I wanted to lighten it with humor. I came up with the idea to give my new son-in-law a “marriage book” with a funny, made-up title.

4. Use visuals. Instead of just talking about the book, I brought a large, oversized book as a prop when I shared my “secrets to a long and successful marriage.”

5. Ask for input. I’m fortunate to have speaking colleagues all over the world whose experience I can draw upon. When I developed the book idea, I called a speaker friend—who’s also a former stand-up comic—for feedback. He suggested that I not only show the book title but also share a few “chapter titles.” We brainstormed several funny ideas together.

6. Offer a call to action. Although my remarks were directed at two people, I wanted my message to apply to everyone—especially other married or engaged couples in the room.

7. Provide a takeaway. I knew the couple might not fully absorb my words that night, so I made a note to share my speech in writing with them later.

Giving a memorable speech—whether it’s to an audience of hundreds or just a few family members—requires more than preparation. It takes intention, clarity, and connection. No matter the setting, when your words come from the heart and are crafted with care, they have the power to stick long after the music stops and the lights dim.

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Practice the Basics: Why Repetition Builds Success

If you have ever taken music lessons, you have likely spent time playing scales. Scales can feel repetitious, time-consuming, and not particularly fun. Yet scales are essential to playing music well. I have been taking jazz piano lessons off and on for seven years, and I tried to avoid scales. That choice held me back.

Musicians know that scales develop speed, accuracy, and confidence. Without them, playing at a high level is nearly impossible. In my speaking career, I have often resisted memorizing speech content or rehearsing. Tailoring material for specific audiences is not thrilling. Yet each step is necessary to deliver an effective presentation.

Leaders face a similar challenge. Most managers do not practice giving performance reviews, preparing thoughtful interview questions, or developing their coaching skills. Without practice, they miss opportunities to become more effective. Most sales professionals are extroverted and enjoy connecting with people. The details often feel less engaging. Writing scripts, practicing presentations, and recording accurate CRM notes may not feel energizing. Yet these tasks are vital for success.

Preparation and Follow-Through The best sales professionals commit to preparation and consistent follow-through. Growth requires ongoing learning and practice. My father was a classically trained pianist. I often watched him practice highly complex pieces for hours. When a section gave him trouble, he slowed it down and repeated it until he mastered it. He knew that deliberate repetition was the path to mastery. That same principle applies to leadership, sales, and personal growth. My father loved to tell the story of a young man in New York who, without knowing who he was addressing, asked famous pianist, Arthur Rubinstein for directions to Carnegie Hall. His reply was simple and profound: “Practice, practice, practice.” Maybe we all need to slow down and return to the basics. When we commit to practicing the fundamentals, we see results.

Practice can be monotonous. Practice can be time consuming. Practice can be transformational.

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Our October update: #READYWHEN launch, shutdown resilience, and the 1% preparedness challenge

Majestic heads to Washington next week, continuing momentum from July’s NACo Annual Conference. While shutdown disruptions have made federal meetings dynamic, our commitment to leadership, coordination, and proactive planning remains strong.

If you’re in the DC Metropolitan area, we’d love to treat you to lunch or coffee to hear about your experiences, feedback and thoughts. Contact us to schedule a time October 6 & 8, with some limited availability on the 7th.

The research is clear: Every dollar invested in preparedness saves $13 in response and recovery costs. This is why we can’t be content to idle. Instead, we should deepen our commitment to the health of our organizations and our communities by devoting time, talent and treasure to prepare for disruptions and disasters.

That’s why Majestic challenges every arts organization, museum, and festival—no matter the size—to earmark at least 1% of their annual budget for preparedness. Imagine the impact: dedicated funds for readiness planning, staff training, and vital upgrades that move our sector from reactive to resilient. We think that upgrading policy (currently set to #SeatBeltOptional) and the right incentives from funders can inspire this elusive change. 

Earlier this year, the National Endowments for the Arts (NEA) began prioritizing projects that assist with disaster recovery to be considered for funding. Good folks will disagree about the way that funding moved through arts & cultural agencies (our count is $2 bIllion in public dollars). We are looking for places where those funds went to PLAN, PREPARE, or PREVENT the next disruption. Please let us know of case studies we might explore. All this should lead to a better plan for the future. It starts with some solutions hiding in plain sight. Read on to see what we think will help!

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Reposted from SafeHaven Security

The Silent Role Psychological Safety Plays in Retention

You've invested in hiring, onboarding, and employee perks, but your top performers are still walking out the door. Maybe it's quiet quitting. Maybe it's burnout. Or maybe it's something even more foundational: they simply don't feel safe. Psychological safety might sound like a soft concept, but in today's workplace, it's becoming one of the most powerful (and overlooked) retention tools. And here's the twist- it often starts with something very tangible: physical safety. One of our strategic partners, Kwema, joined us in writing this article about safety in retention. Kwema specializes in smart badge reel and emergency protocol devices.

Violence Prevention Conference of Mid-America
October 21-22
Bentonville, AR

This conference is designed to address preventing targeted violence and protecting people in an increasingly violent world. Attendees will be immersed in a day full of dynamic content where industry experts share best practices, research, and real-world case studies.  This program has been pre-approved for 10 business credits with HRCI and SHRM. Approved for law enforcement by AR Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST) and OK Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET).

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Reposted from ArtSentry

Free Webinar October 15, 1:00-2:00 pm EDT - Reinventing Museum Security

Museums today face heightened risks from publicized incidents of damage. Join us as we explore fresh approaches to safeguarding museums and cultural institutions. We are also thrilled to include guest speaker Tim Carpenter.

Guest Speaker: Tim Carpenter
Managing Director at Argus| Former Head of the world-renowned FBI Art Crime Team

Tim will share his perspective on the rise in publicized museum damage incidents in 2025 and what institutions must do to adapt.

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Reposted from NFPA

Whether you're working in schools, at community events, or online, these materials are designed to help you deliver effective, consistent campaign messaging—during Fire Prevention Week and throughout the year. Both toolkits also offer select resources in Spanish and French. Read more at 

https://www.nfpa.org/events/fire-prevention-week#toolkits

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! For more than 20 years we have spotlighted the importance of taking daily action to reduce risks when online and using connected devices. This year, we focus on the government entities and small and medium businesses that are vital to protecting the systems and services that sustain us every day and make America a great place to live and do business: the nation’s critical infrastructure.  Much of the nation’s critical infrastructure is owned and operated by state, local, tribal, and territorial governments as well as private companies. Additionally, vendors, suppliers, and other parts of the supply chain that support or are connected to critical infrastructure play a critical cybersecurity role.  

This year’s theme is Building a Cyber Strong America, highlighting the need to strengthen the country's infrastructure against cyber threats, ensuring resilience and security.

Cyber threats don’t take time off. As the federal lead for Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the nation’s cyber defense agency, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, or CISA, urges all U.S. small and medium businesses and state, local, tribal, and territorial governments to take one action today to improve their cybersecurity. 

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