Every Victim, Every Time Crime Victim Conference

April 24-25, 2012

Keynote Speaker Tuesday, April 24th, Dr. Ben Welch 

Dr. Ben Welch will deliver a motivating keynote address that will challenge the audience to focus on the long-term influence they have on the lives of co-workers and the crime victims we serve. Many will find his witticism and real life perspectives inspirational. Dr. Ben Welch has been the recipient of many teaching and service awards during his tenure at Texas A&M University. He is the Dean for Executive Education & Clinical Professor in the Department of Management. 

Keynote Speaker Wednesday, April 25th, Marc Klaas

On October 1, 1993, twelve-year-old Polly Klaas was kidnapped from her California home and murdered . In 1994, KlaasKids was founded by her father, Marc Klaas, to give meaning to her death and create a legacy in her name. KlaasKids Foundation pursues the singular mission of stopping crimes against children.
Marc Klaas has worked with families of kidnapped children and victims during the search for their loved ones and will discuss his first-hand knowledge and experiences at this year's Every Victim, Every Time Crime Victim Conference, 2012.

Marc is a nationally recognizable advocate appearing on Larry King Live, CNN Headline News, 20/20, America's Most Wanted & Nancy Grace. He also lobbies to pass laws that help crime victims and their families.