National Police Association Podcast with Guest, Scott Lowry, Founder and President of StrataSite
Episode Summary:
In this episode of the National Police Association Podcast, Sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith sits down with Scott Lowry, a retired lieutenant from the Findlay, Ohio Police Department and an expert in active shooter response training. With a rich background in law enforcement and a passion for preparedness, Scott shares his journey from being inspired by his father’s police career to his current work in training first responders and communities to handle large-scale incidents effectively.
In this episode of the National Police Association Podcast, Sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith sits down with Scott Lowry, a retired lieutenant from the Findlay, Ohio Police Department and an expert in active shooter response training. With a rich background in law enforcement and a passion for preparedness, Scott shares his journey from being inspired by his father’s police career to his current work in training first responders and communities to handle large-scale incidents effectively.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Scott Lowry’s law enforcement background and transition to active shooter response training
- The impact of Columbine on modern law enforcement strategies
- The evolution of police training and tactical medicine
- The Five Plus One Philosophy for active shooter response
- Challenges in coordination between police, fire, and EMS during crises
- The role of dispatch centers in managing emergency response
- How schools and communities can prepare and engage in safety planning
- Resources available through StrataSite and the Department of Homeland Security
