2025 Annual Membership Meeting & Installation of
Officers and Directors

Steven Vitale
President and Principal P4 Companies
2025 - 2026 ISPA President

Presentation Description: Phil Andrew, founder and principal of PAX Group and former FBI Special Agent, brings more than 35 years of expertise in crisis and conflict management, negotiation, and violence prevention. A survivor of gun violence and lifelong advocate for safer communities, Phil has dedicated his career to supporting leaders and organizations as they navigate the challenges of conflict, crisis response, and organizational resilience.

Drawing from his experiences in law enforcement, education, corporate consulting, and community advocacy, Phil will share strategies that build supportive environments where safety, trust, and compassion thrive. His unique perspective—shaped by frontline law enforcement, global crisis management, and academic instruction—offers actionable insights for leaders seeking to strengthen their organizations and communities.

Whether addressing high-stakes negotiations, workplace safety, or crisis leadership, attendees will leave with practical tools to implement in their own organizations to foster resilience and empower people.

Learning Objectives: After attending this session, attendees will be able to:

1. Identify effective strategies for leading through crisis and conflict with empathy and clarity.

2. Apply de-escalation and violence prevention practices to foster safer environments.

3. Recognize the importance of compassionate leadership in building trust and resilience across teams and communities.

4. Utilize negotiation and behavioral analysis techniques to resolve disputes and manage high-pressure situations.

5. Develop actionable approaches for creating organizational cultures that prioritize safety, well being, and long-term resilience.

Join with ISPA as we celebrate the installation of the Illinois Security Professionals Association's 2025-2026 President, Steven Vitale along with President-Elect Suzanne Monreal CPP, 1st Vice-President G. Michael Verden, 2nd Vice-President Luke Hutsell and Directors, Andrew Bartol,  Daniel McDevitt, Elena Mostovoy, David E. Pack and James C. Taff. 

Sponsorships for the Annual Meeting are available. To inquire about available sponsor opportunities, please contact ISPA at 224-333-1622 and ask to speak with Dennis Gano, Executive Director/CEO.