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Group attendees may also make reservations by calling 1-800 -760-6700. Ask for SCARS Initiative Conference to receive the special group rate.

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* Check-in time is 4:30 pm and check-out time is 11 am.

* Due to our security hotel key system guests are unable to freely access hotel floors other than the floor they have been assigned to. Your guests may meet others in the lobby and bring them to their room.

* No outside Alcoholic beverages. All alcoholic beverages may be purchased through Hard Rock.
* Guests must be at least 21 years old to check into the hotel. Anyone under 21 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

* If you wish to play golf during your stay contact the Pro Shop at 918-384-7600.
* We provide complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. We prefer transportation to be scheduled prior but you may also call when you arrive at the airport at 918-384-7800. The shuttle leaves Hard Rock every hour on the hour.

- To schedule your airport shuttle call 918-384-7673 or 918-384-7800, please have the information below ready.
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Conference Agenda

Doug Gilmer

Collaborating on Purpose - The outcomes of multidisciplinary collaboration in human trafficking investigations.

Description:

Collaboration is the buzzword today in human trafficking investigations. But does it work? How can law enforcement and service providers work together effectively to ensure the outcomes they want? What about roles and conflict? Doug Gilmer, PhD, will share peer-reviewed, hard data collected from around the country on what it means to collaborate on purpose and how it influences outcomes for both investigations and victims.

Dr. Nissi Hamilton

A Real-World View of Pimps and Their Victimization Tactics

Description:

Dr. Nissi Hamilton is a former child victim who was placed in foster care and a survivor of child trafficking. Still, today she is the CEO of Nissi’s Network Inc., Human Trafficking Director for Hermann Park Rotary Club 5890, Board of Directors for Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels, and she is the former Education Chair for Houston Rescue and Restore Coalition in partnership with United Against Human Trafficking. She is the former Survivor Leader Consultant for the DFPS Light The Way Summit. She is a TEDx speaker who has worked with Young Jeezy and Jeannie Mai as a survivor leader consultant in the newly released movie that she is in called “Surviving Sex Trafficking” and Dateline NBC TV Host Chris Hansen “To Catch A Predator”. The movie, “The Life - Human Trafficking received an Emmy, where Dr. Hamilton was the focus and subject matter expert. She was awarded the 2021 International Women’s Month Award, The 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Presidential Award Recipient, The National Black Prosecutors Association Profiles in Courage award recipient, The Paul H. Chapman Foundation of Improvement for her advocacy for juvenile justice award recipient, and the

New Friends New Life ProtectHER Award recipient for 2022. She is also a new faculty member and professor at Elevate Academy, where she teaches and instructs other survivors in an educational setting. She owns and operates a non-profit called Nissi's Network Inc., which is a collaboration of advocates, businesses, and resources for youth services to reduce adultification and human trafficking. Adultification bias plays a critical component for our minority youth and can shift their trajectory towards victimization of human trafficking. Understanding adultification and how super-imposed values combined with implicit bias can lead to detrimental outcomes. Dr. Nissi Hamilton will provide insight into her adultification experiences and her intersections with child welfare, poverty, the legal system, and her own trafficking victimization. She will share how her adultification led to multi-generational system involvement. Dr. Hamilton will guide attendees through her journey and how she moved into healing and working to improve outcomes for others by teaching where the professionals in her life could have changed her trajectory. Typically, when we think of individuals who pimp in the trafficking world, the images and stereotypes are wrong. Stereotypes often focus on individuals who are seeking financial independence and progressive income. This is not always the case, and the victimization tactics can be so critically different that identification of victimization may be missed. Have you heard of a familial pimp, a popcorn pimp, a poly pimp, the social media pimp and the chameleon pimp? If not, this session is for you. Come learn from Dr.Learnilton whose primary goal is to bring a real-world view of the pimp culture and how to see warning signs for these types of pimps and their victimization tactics. Attendees will gain street experience to elevate their work in addressing trafficking and supporting victims.

Darren Hayes

Finding Victims: Assessing the Reliability of Geolocation Data in Your Investigation

Description:

Not all geolocation data are created equally, and this talk will guide you through the range of geolocation data available, from a variety of sources, while discussing how reliable each source really is. We will begin by identifying location data that can be pulled from a mobile device, determining the accuracy that data, and discerning what data may only relate to predicted location. The talk will also discuss geolocation data from third-party providers, including social media companies and telecommunication providers. We will cover concepts such as timing advance, the relevancy of radio frequency (RF) surveys, and cell site location information (CSLI). Our discussion will also address corroborating geolocation data from vehicles, license plate recognition (LPR), access points, and other sources.

Åsa Kastbom

The Voice of the Children: Understanding, Supporting, and Healing Victims of Sexual Abuse

Description:

What do we know about the children who survive sexual abuse—and how can we genuinely help them heal? In this powerful and enlightening session, Dr. Åsa Kastbom will draw on decades of clinical experience and research in child and adolescent psychiatry, trauma, and psychotraumatology to center the voices of children who have experienced sexual abuse and exploitation. As the founder of Sweden’s Trauma Unit for Abused Children and a member of INTERPOL’s Specialist Group on Crimes Against Children, Dr. Kastbom brings a global perspective and deep clinical insight to this critical conversation.

Rochelle Keyhan

Exploited Pathways: How Criminal Networks Use Illicit Marijuana Grows for Forced Labor and Casinos for Sex Trafficking and Money Laundering

Description:

This session examines how transnational and domestic criminal networks frequently exploit legitimate and illicit industries. We will focus on two areas that are especially vulnerable in Oklahoma: marijuana grows and casinos. Participants will learn about the reliance on forced labor in hidden cannabis operations and how a range of traffickers, from international syndicates to homegrown criminals, use casinos for sex trafficking and money laundering. Attendees will gain insight into critical red flags, investigative strategies, and the cooperative frameworks needed to effectively identify, disrupt, and prosecute these convergent criminal activities.

Larry Kraus

Enhancing Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking through Intelligence

Description:

In this forward-thinking session, Captain Larry Kraus of the Pasco Sheriff’s Office will share how intelligence-led strategies can transform the fight against human trafficking. Drawing from over two decades of experience in counterterrorism and law enforcement, Captain Kraus will explore how real-time data, advanced analysis, and interagency coordination can be leveraged to detect trafficking patterns, support investigations, and enhance operational effectiveness. Attendees will gain practical insights into building and utilizing intelligence frameworks to disrupt trafficking networks and protect vulnerable populations.

Jessica Lamb

Beyond the Ink: Iconography Tattoo

Description:

This training from Atlanta Redemption Ink (ARI) breaks down through history to current data on how tattoos can be indicators of trafficking, exploitation, addiction, gang, and self-harm. We’ll go beyond the surface to explore real patterns, regional trends, and trauma-related ink. It’s a survivor-led, practical session rooted in lived experience and built to help you recognize, respond, and support with care. Arionline.org

Kipp Loving

Connected Cars and Digital License Plates: Driving Investigations with Vehicle Data

Description:

Modern vehicles are more than just transportation—they're mobile data hubs. In this advanced session, Kipp Loving, veteran investigator and digital evidence expert, will guide attendees through the cutting-edge world of connected car technology and its critical applications in law enforcement. Participants will explore how infotainment systems, telematics, RFID, and digital license plates leave behind digital footprints that can help solve violent crimes, recover stolen vehicles, locate missing persons, and more. Real-world case studies will demonstrate how investigators can access, analyze, and leverage vehicle-generated data while navigating legal challenges like search warrants and court orders. Whether you're working cases involving carjackings, tracking fugitives, or building a digital evidence strategy, this session equips law enforcement professionals with the tools to unlock the investigative potential of connected vehicles.

Melissa Maranville

Protect Our People: Addressing the MMIP Crisis in Indian Country

Description:

This powerful session will explore the ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) in Indian Country through the lived experience, advocacy, and law enforcement work of two respected leaders. LaRenda Morgan and Shawnna Roach will examine the historical and systemic factors contributing to the crisis, the gaps in policy and response, and the actionable steps tribal, local, state, and federal partners can take to ensure justice and protection for Indigenous communities. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of MMIP and strategies for culturally informed prevention, investigation, and community collaboration.

John Nehme , Jared Mason, and Crysta Price

Turning Insight into Action: Advancing Human Trafficking Data Solutions in Oklahoma

Description:

Join data and policy leaders John Nehme, Jared Mason, and Crysta Price for a timely and practical panel discussion on the current state of human trafficking data. This session will explore what’s working, what’s missing, and what’s being done to address the evolving data needs of Oklahoma victim service providers and law enforcement. Panelists will highlight innovative tools, cross-sector collaborations, and actionable strategies to improve data accuracy, accessibility, and impact. Whether you're a frontline professional or a systems-level decision-maker, this session will equip you with a clearer understanding of how data can drive more informed, survivor-centered responses.

Shawnna Roach & LaRenda Morgan

Protect Our People: Addressing the MMIP Crisis in Indian Country

Description:

This powerful session will explore the ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) in Indian Country through the lived experience, advocacy, and law enforcement work of two respected leaders. LaRenda Morgan and Shawnna Roach will examine the historical and systemic factors contributing to the crisis, the gaps in policy and response, and the actionable steps tribal, local, state, and federal partners can take to ensure justice and protection for Indigenous communities. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of MMIP and strategies for culturally informed prevention, investigation, and community collaboration.

Joseph Scaramucci

Behind the Screen: Skull Games and Advancing Anti-Trafficking Operations in Oklahoma

Description:

Detective Joseph Scaramucci offers an inside look at Skull Games, a cutting-edge initiative combining open-source intelligence, survivor insight, and multi-agency collaboration to identify traffickers and recover victims. This session will explore how Skull Games is transforming the investigative landscape in Oklahoma, supporting law enforcement with actionable intelligence and driving real-world impact. Attendees will learn how this unique model blends technology, partnerships, and survivor leadership to disrupt trafficking networks and strengthen local response capabilities.

Sean Smith

Smart Tech, Dark Crimes: AI’s Role in Human Trafficking and Online Exploitation

Description:

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the landscape of crime, and nowhere is this more evident than in the world of human trafficking and internet crimes against children. In this session, we’ll explore how traffickers and child predators are using generative AI, deepfakes, and encrypted platforms to recruit, exploit, and conceal their victims. We’ll also walk through examples of how law enforcement can harness the power of AI to track digital breadcrumbs and enhance investigations. Attendees will leave with practical knowledge of the tools, trends, and tactics shaping this new digital frontier.

Susie Vybiral

Transforming Lives Through a Holistic Approach

Description:

Join Susie Vybiral, Founder and CEO of Room Redux, for an inspiring session on the power of holistic healing for children who have experienced abuse. Drawing from her national work transforming the physical spaces of child survivors, Susie will explore how trauma-informed room makeovers can create a lasting psychological impact. This session will highlight how collaboration among law enforcement, victim services, healthcare providers, and community partners can support healing, restore dignity, and change a child’s life trajectory. Learn how a simple yet profound approach—reclaiming a safe space—can be a cornerstone of recovery.

2025 Human Trafficking Conference 6/23-6/25