2012 Keynote Speakers
Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
Ben Welch, Dean for Executive Education & Clinical Professor in the Department of Management at Texas A&M University
Dr. Ben Welch will deliver a motivating keynote address that will challenge audiences to focus on the long-term influence they have on 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.
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Marc Klaas, father of Polly Klaas
Founder of Beyond Missing & KlaasKids Foundation
On October 1, 1993, twelve-year-old Polly Klaas was kidnapped from her California home and murdered . In 1994, Klaas Kids was founded by her father to give meaning to her death and create a legacy in her name. Klaas Kids 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. Marc is a nationally recognizable advocate appearing on Larry King Live, CNN, Headline News, 20/20, America's Most Wanted & Nancy Grace.