Exhibit Setup preparation for viewing at 7:30 AM.

Exhibit Setup preparation for viewing at 7:30 AM.

This is the second opportunity for exhibitors to teardown their booths; the drayage company will be on hand Friday morning to accept your shipments. We must return the ballroom to the hotel at noon on Friday.

Thanks to SallyJo String/Wilson, CEO of CoinWrap, and her Team for sponsoring the “Breakfast with Change” in the Exhibit Hall, Florentine C/D, from 07:30 AM through 08:45 AM. Please be sure to attend early as seating will be limited and CoinWrap will provide a coin update beginning at 8:00 A.M. The Exhibit Hall must shut down at 08:45 AM to allow people time to get seated for the General Session in Florentine A/B. Opening ceremonies will begin at 09:00 AM sharp as we have a full Agenda on both days.

Speakers

SallyJo String/Wilson

CEO of Coin Wrap Inc

Please join us for breakfast in the Exhibit Hall and take the time to visit exhibitor booths you may not have seen yesterday. Seating will be limited so we hope you can attend early. Please note that the Exhibit Hall must shut down at 08:45 AM to allow people time to get seated for the General Session in Florentine A/B. The opening session will begin at 09:00 AM sharp as we have a full Agenda today.

Name Badges are required for entry to all functions & sessions. Please pickup your registration bag and name badge as soon as possible and remember to have your badge with you at all IACOA functions and sessions.

Name Badges are required for entry to all functions, sessions, and events. If you haven’t picked up your name badge, IACOA staff will be at the Registration Desk to assist.

This year, instead of a shooting competition, we will visit Range 702 where we can shoot unique firearms we most likely never have, from handguns to automatic weapons, and have lunch at the facility. From there we will take a behind the scenes tour of the new Allegiant Stadium, home to the Las Vegas Raiders, and return to the hotel around 3:00 PM. Events #1 & #1a Attendees will meet in the Hotel Lobby at 8:45 AM to stage for the motor coach departure. This event is Sold Out and only members who have already purchased their tickets may attend. Event #1b Attendees will meet in the lobby at 11:15 AM and board a motor coach for the ride to lunch at Range 702, followed by a guided tour of Allegiant Stadium. This event is also Sold Out. * We suggest you have breakfast before boarding the motor coach.

President Rachel Johnson & Chairman Dallas Barr will welcome you to the 52nd Annual IACOA Conference. As is IACOA tradition, microphones will be passed to each attendee and they will be asked to stand and take a few seconds to state their name, the company they represent, the services their company offers, and the territories served. This is a great opportunity to put a face to a name you may already know or may want to meet for the first time. Please be certain to be in your seat promptly at 9:00 AM as we have a full agenda on both days.

Speakers

Dallas Barr

V.P of Operations at Total Armored Car

Alternative Revenue Streams — Solutions for CIT Eco-Systems; Wed 3:00 PM–4:00 PM

As the frequency of armored pickups slows with the continued adoption of smart safes, cash recyclers and ATMs, you won't want to miss out on the revenue generated by providing sales, placement, and service of those very machines. Learn how your peers have aggressively pursued these alternative revenue streams and enabled the continued growth of their businesses.

Presented by: Dallas Barr, V.P. Operations, Total Armored Car & Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics (Florentine A/B)

Rachel Johnson

Owner at Trek Armored Group, Inc.

Opening Ceremony & President's Welcome; Wed 9:00 AM - 9:25 AM

President Rachel Johnson will welcome you to the 52nd Annual IACOA Networking Conference. As is IACOA tradition, microphones will be passed to each attendee and they will be asked to stand and take a few seconds to state their name, the company they represent, the services their company offers, and the territories served.

This session will include an update on cash trends and a Cash Visibility panel discussion. Panelists include Mr. Robert Bujas, Assistant Vice President, Federal Reserve Financial Services at FedCash Services; Ms.Cynthia (Cyndi) Pijarowski, Vice President, Federal Reserve Financial Services at FedCash Services; and Ms. Jacquie Dougherty, Government Relations Manager for GS1 US

Speakers

Robert Bujas

Assistant Vice President, Federal Reserve Financial Services at FedCash Services

Robert Bujas is the Assistant Vice President over the FedCash Services Support, Administration, and Engagement group where he currently serves as the program sponsor for Cash Visibility, which is a multi-year collaborative initiative with the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) and the cash services industry to develop standard electronic data exchanges between the FRB and cash industry partners.

Robert’s Fed’s experience spans over 24 years holding positions of increasing responsibility where he served as the product manager over the FedCash applications and spent a portion of his Fed career in FRB Cash Services where he managed Cash Operations and lead several the Federal Reserve Bank’s District programs.

Robert holds a Bachelor of Science, in computer information systems from the University of Phoenix.

Cynthia (Cyndi) Pijarowski

Vice President, Federal Reserve Financial Services at FedCash Services

Cynthia “Cyndi” Pijarowski is the Vice President of Business Planning, Support, & Engagement – FedCash Services within Federal Reserve Financial Services. Cyndi leads a team responsible for engaging with the cash industry and supply chain partners, along with communications, performance management, and support for Federal Reserve Cash offices. Prior to joining FedCash Services in 2022, Cyndi spent many years overseeing cash operations at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the Detroit Branch.

We are pleased to announce that we have engaged Mr. Frank Calabrese Jr. as our Keynote Speaker at this year’s IACOA Annual Conference. Frank Calabrese Jr. is a former mobster and author of Operation Family Secrets. He will tell the story of his family dysfunction, a criminal life of loansharking, murder, and bookmaking; and how and why from prison he became an FBI informant that brought the Chicago Outfit Family down. Frank Calabrese Jr., is an author and presenter at The Mob Museum: The National Museum of Organized Crime & Law Enforcement in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Speakers

Frank Calabrese, Jr.

2025 Keynote Speaker at The Mob and Law Enforcement Museum; Wed 9:25AM - 10:15 AM

On July 27, 1998, Frank Calabrese Jr., wrote a letter to the FBI saying he wanted help to put his father in jail for life. The letter was sent without warning from the federal correctional facility in Milan, Michigan, where both Frank Jr. and Frank Sr. had been incarcerated since 1995. In the letter, Frank Jr. requested a face-to-face meeting in which he planned to give the FBI information about his father's crimes, business activities of the Chicago Outfit street crews, and the murder of John Fecarotta. Today, Frank Jr. is a free man and will provide us with a look into a mob history few of us can imagine. He'll take questions, and during the Conference, we'll raffle signed copies of his book, Operation Family Secrets.

Our presenter will explain how Jackpotting is done on ATMs and Smart Safes, provide real-life examples of losses, and include suggestions on how to protect your company.

Speakers

Robin Miles

Risk Specie Specialist at Kelly Associates, Inc.

Jackpotting–How They Do It! Thu 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Our presenter will explain how Jackpotting is done on ATMs and Smart Safes and provide real-life examples of losses.

This presentation will provide an overview of the most significant legislation and regulations that, if finalized, would likely impact the armored car industry. We will dive into specific bills that we've been tracking and the advocacy efforts made to support or counteract these policies. Presented by: Isabella (Issy) Hindley, Associate, Ulman Public Policy & Federal Relations, Washington, DC

Speakers

Issy Hindley

Associate at Ulman Public Policy & Federal Relations

Regulatory & Legislative Update During Trump 2.0; Wed 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

This presentation will provide an overview of the most significant legislation and regulations that, if finalized, would likely impact the armored car industry. We will dive into specific bills that we've been tracking and the advocacy efforts made to support or counteract these policies.

Smart Safe manufacturers will discuss the current state of the market and the latest tech being applied to this segment. Moderated by Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics. Panelists include Michael Robinson, COO, Armor Safe Technologies; Daniel Jang, President, Kisan America; Aaron Dobbins, President, Ellenby Technologies; Albert Porto, National Account Manager, American Security Products.

This Session will introduce you to a platform that can make your business and service footprint visible to large, regional and national armored services customers. Presented by Mr. Jason Stambaugh, Director of Sales, DTS Connex.

Always a bit chaotic and the room filled with energy, vendors get two (2) minutes to introduce and sell themselves to each RM & ROM company. This is an opportunity to quickly learn what each vendor does and decide if their product or service is of interest, and if so, visit their booth after lunch.

G&D Currency Technology will reveal its latest innovations in the currency handling space. Platinum Sponsor Private Sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors, and will take place in Florentine E/F

G&D Currency Technology will reveal its latest innovations in the currency handling space. Platinum Sponsor Private Sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors, and will take place in Florentine E/F

Automodules is a Taiwanese manufacturer of currency counting/processing equipment and smart payment kiosks. It will showcase its line of products and solutions for the United States market. Platinum Sponsor Private Sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors, and will take place in Florentine E/F

Automodules is a Taiwanese manufacturer of currency counting/processing equipment and smart payment kiosks. It will showcase its line of products and solutions for the United States market. Platinum Sponsor Private Sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors, and will take place in Florentine E/F

This session will be led by Robert Bujas, Vice President, Federal Reserve Financial Services, at FedCash Services

Speakers

Robert Bujas

Assistant Vice President, Federal Reserve Financial Services at FedCash Services

Robert Bujas is the Assistant Vice President over the FedCash Services Support, Administration, and Engagement group where he currently serves as the program sponsor for Cash Visibility, which is a multi-year collaborative initiative with the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB) and the cash services industry to develop standard electronic data exchanges between the FRB and cash industry partners.

Robert’s Fed’s experience spans over 24 years holding positions of increasing responsibility where he served as the product manager over the FedCash applications and spent a portion of his Fed career in FRB Cash Services where he managed Cash Operations and lead several the Federal Reserve Bank’s District programs.

Robert holds a Bachelor of Science, in computer information systems from the University of Phoenix.

This session will be led by Cynthia Pijarowski, Vice President, Federal Reserve Financial Services, FedCash Services

Speakers

Cynthia (Cyndi) Pijarowski

Vice President, Federal Reserve Financial Services at FedCash Services

Cynthia “Cyndi” Pijarowski is the Vice President of Business Planning, Support, & Engagement – FedCash Services within Federal Reserve Financial Services. Cyndi leads a team responsible for engaging with the cash industry and supply chain partners, along with communications, performance management, and support for Federal Reserve Cash offices. Prior to joining FedCash Services in 2022, Cyndi spent many years overseeing cash operations at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the Detroit Branch.

Lunch will be served in the Exhibit Hall, Florentine CD

Lunch will be served in the Exhibit Hall, Florentine CD

Exhibitors will be at their booths ready to demonstrate their products or services and answer any questions you may have. Please be sure to visit each booth, and even if you have no need for a particular exhibitor's offerings, be sure to thank them for their support.

Exhibitors will be at their booths ready to demonstrate their products or services and answer any questions you may have. Please be sure to visit each booth, and even if you have no need for a particular exhibitor's offerings, be sure to thank them for their support.

This is the second of two opportunities to setup your exhibit booth in Florentine C/D. Keystone Event Services is our Exposition/Drayage company and it will erect your pipe and drape booth. If you have shipped materials to them, your shipment will already be in your booth. Exhibit Booth setup must be completed by 5:00 PM All trucks must be parked in the designated area in the south parking lot outside the casino side doors by 5:00 PM. The first viewing opportunity will be during this evening’s Cocktail Reception. Truck viewing is permitted during all Exhibit Hall viewing hours.

This is the first of two opportunities to setup your exhibit booth in Florentine C/D. Keystone Event Services is our Exposition/Drayage company and it will erect your pipe and drape booth. If you have shipped materials to them, your shipment will be delivered and left in your booth.

Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics & Robin Miles, Risk Specie Specialist, Kelly Associates, will each show a real-time tracking demo of their vehicles and their liability while using different hardware and software solutions.

Cite Armored will reveal its latest armored options and chassis/vehicle availability. Platinum Sponsor private sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors, and will take place in Florentine E/F This year, we are returning to our original format and each of our six Platinum Sponsors and will give a ten (10) minute presentation in breakout room Florentine E/F. There will be four (4) presentations on Wednesday, and two (2) presentations on Thursday. This is your opportunity to hear the latest news and offers from each of these Platinum Sponsors. Your presence signifies your appreciation for their IACOA support, and be sure to remember them the next time you are shopping for goods and services all year long.

Speakers

Teresa Hubbard

President/CEO of Cite Armored, Inc.

Cite Armored-RMs & ROMs ONLY-Platinum Private Session #1; Wed 2:05 PM - 2:15 PM (Florentine E/F)

Cite Armored will reveal its latest armored options and chassis/vehicle availability.
Platinum Sponsor private sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors and will take place in Florentine E/F

Secure Products will demonstrate its newest product innovations and their applications for improved efficiency within your workplace. Platinum Sponsor private sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors, and it will take place in Florentine E/F This year, we are returning to our original format and each of our six Platinum Sponsors and will give a ten (10) minute presentation in breakout room Florentine E/F. There will be four (4) presentations on Wednesday, and two (2) presentations on Thursday. This is your opportunity to hear the latest news and offers from each of these Platinum Sponsors. Your presence signifies your appreciation for their IACOA support, and be sure to remember them the next time you are shopping for goods and services all year long.

Speakers

Chad Falco

V.P. Operations at Secure Products Corporation

Chad Falco is a 34-year veteran of the Armored Industry having worked continuously during this time for Secure Products Corporation based in Lombard, Illinois. He also serves on the IACOA Social Media Committee and is largely responsible for IACOA's dramatic rise in LinkedIn followers and customer awareness.

Kisan America will demonstrate its newest product innovations and how its applications can improve the efficiency within your workplace. Platinum Sponsor private sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors, and it will take place in Florentine E/F This year, we are returning to our original format and each of our six Platinum Sponsors and will give a ten (10) minute presentation in breakout room Florentine E/F. There will be four (4) presentations on Wednesday, and two (2) presentations on Thursday. This is your opportunity to hear the latest news and offers from each of these Platinum Sponsors. Your presence signifies your appreciation for their IACOA support, and be sure to remember them the next time you are shopping for goods and services all year long.

Offering potential customers a smart safe with provisional credit can open the door to increased revenue streams. We are pleased to welcome Elizabeth Winters, Treasury Management Sales & Operations Manager at Salal Credit Union, based in Seattle, Washington, to provide us with what the process for securing a provisional credit agreement looks like from the banking side. Veteran CIT operators Dallas Barr and Steve Morss will round out the provisional credit experience from their perspective, and together our presenters will demonstrate the best way to navigate securing this additional offering.

Armor Safe will reveal its latest innovations in the smart safe space. Platinum Sponsor private sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors, and it will take place in Florentine E/F This year, we are returning to our original format and each of our six Platinum Sponsors and will give a ten (10) minute presentation in breakout room Florentine E/F. There will be four (4) presentations on Wednesday, and two (2) presentations on Thursday. This is your opportunity to hear the latest news and offers from each of these Platinum Sponsors. Your presence signifies your appreciation for their IACOA support, and be sure to remember them the next time you are shopping for goods and services all year long.

Speakers

Michael Robinson

Co-Owner & COO at Armor Safe Technologies

Armor Safe Technologies–RMs & ROMs ONLY-Platinum Private Session #5; Thu 11:20 AM – 11:30 AM (Florentine E/F)

Armor Safe will reveal its latest innovations in the smart safe space.
Platinum Sponsor private sessions are for all RM & ROM attendees only–no vendors and will take place in Florentine E/F

As the frequency of armored pickups slows with the continued adoption of smart safes, cash recyclers and ATMs, you won’t want to miss out on the revenue generated by providing sales, placement, and service of those very machines. And don’t overlook requests for special services, such as jewelry, precious metals, and pharmaceutical transportation. Learn how your peers have aggressively pursued these alternative revenue streams and enabled the continued growth of their businesses. Presented by: Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics, Englewood, Colorado & Dallas Barr, V.P. Operations, Total Armored Car, Detroit, Michigan

Speakers

Steve Morss

COO at Empyreal Logistics

Alternative Revenue Streams — Solutions for CIT Eco-Systems; Wed 3:00 PM–4:00 PM

As the frequency of armored pickups slows with the continued adoption of smart safes, cash recyclers and ATMs, you won't want to miss out on the revenue generated by providing sales, placement, and service of those very machines. Learn how your peers have aggressively pursued these alternative revenue streams and enabled the continued growth of their businesses.

Presented by: Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics & Dallas Barr, V.P. Operations, Total Armored Car (Florentine A/B)

Dallas Barr

V.P of Operations at Total Armored Car

Alternative Revenue Streams — Solutions for CIT Eco-Systems; Wed 3:00 PM–4:00 PM

As the frequency of armored pickups slows with the continued adoption of smart safes, cash recyclers and ATMs, you won't want to miss out on the revenue generated by providing sales, placement, and service of those very machines. Learn how your peers have aggressively pursued these alternative revenue streams and enabled the continued growth of their businesses.

Presented by: Dallas Barr, V.P. Operations, Total Armored Car & Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics (Florentine A/B)

Please pickup your registration bag and name badge. Remember that you will need your name badge to attend all functions and session.

Returning for a third straight year, Ask A Veteran round-tables will include: • Contracts with Andre YaDeau, President, International Security Services • Jackpotting with Robin Miles, Risk Specie Specialist, Kelly Associates • Insurance with Antonio Palmiotto, Executive Chairman, Willis Towers Watson Northeast & Steve Nims, President, Kelly Associates • Bank Armored Transportation with Laura Viera, Executive Director Armored Transportation, Wells Fargo Bank • "Now What?" with Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics & Dallas Barr, VP Operations, Total Armored Car • Cash Visibility with Jacquie Dougherty, Government Relations Manager, GS1 US.

Speakers

Dallas Barr

V.P of Operations at Total Armored Car

Alternative Revenue Streams — Solutions for CIT Eco-Systems; Wed 3:00 PM–4:00 PM

As the frequency of armored pickups slows with the continued adoption of smart safes, cash recyclers and ATMs, you won't want to miss out on the revenue generated by providing sales, placement, and service of those very machines. Learn how your peers have aggressively pursued these alternative revenue streams and enabled the continued growth of their businesses.

Presented by: Dallas Barr, V.P. Operations, Total Armored Car & Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics (Florentine A/B)

Robin Miles

Risk Specie Specialist at Kelly Associates, Inc.

Jackpotting–How They Do It! Thu 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Our presenter will explain how Jackpotting is done on ATMs and Smart Safes and provide real-life examples of losses.

Steve Morss

COO at Empyreal Logistics

Alternative Revenue Streams — Solutions for CIT Eco-Systems; Wed 3:00 PM–4:00 PM

As the frequency of armored pickups slows with the continued adoption of smart safes, cash recyclers and ATMs, you won't want to miss out on the revenue generated by providing sales, placement, and service of those very machines. Learn how your peers have aggressively pursued these alternative revenue streams and enabled the continued growth of their businesses.

Presented by: Steve Morss, COO, Empyreal Logistics & Dallas Barr, V.P. Operations, Total Armored Car (Florentine A/B)

Steve Nims

President at Kelly Associates, Inc.

Steve Nims is the President of Kelly Associates, Inc., an IACOA Associate Member for over forty (40) years providing specialized insurance for the armored car industry.

Antonio Palmiotto

Executive Chairman at Willis Towers Watson Northeast, Inc.

Andre YaDeau

President at International Security Services, Inc.

Ask A Veteran; Thu, 3:30 PM - 4:40 PM

Returning for a third straight year, Andre will lead a round-table discussion on Contracts. This is your opportunity to talk one-on-one with an armored car Veteran of 40-years about what needs to be in your contracts to help protect you from unwarranted claims against your company and your insurance policy.

Current IACOA President Rachel Johnson will moderate both a “Sound-Off” session at which members in attendance may speak out about all things IACOA, and conduct the 2025-2026 RM and ROM Director elections. This year, IACOA needs to fill two (2) RM seats, each for a term of three (3) years; and fill one (1) ROM Director seat for a term of one (1) year. Eligibility requirements include: each RM and ROM member company must have been a member in good standing for no less than two (2) continuous years and the candidate must be the owner, or a senior manager who is actively involved in the Member’s operations. Nominations from the floor will be accepted.

Speakers

Rachel Johnson

Owner at Trek Armored Group, Inc.

Opening Ceremony & President's Welcome; Wed 9:00 AM - 9:25 AM

President Rachel Johnson will welcome you to the 52nd Annual IACOA Networking Conference. As is IACOA tradition, microphones will be passed to each attendee and they will be asked to stand and take a few seconds to state their name, the company they represent, the services their company offers, and the territories served.

Voting AM Director Steve Nims will moderate a “Sound-Off” session at which Associate Members in attendance may speak out about all things IACOA. There will be two (2) AM elections this year as the term of Voting AM Director Steve Nims will expire, and the Alternate AM Director seat is vacant. The election is by secret ballot and each member company has one vote. Each Director seat will serve a term of two (2) years.

Speakers

Steve Nims

President at Kelly Associates, Inc.

Steve Nims is the President of Kelly Associates, Inc., an IACOA Associate Member for over forty (40) years providing specialized insurance for the armored car industry.

President Rachel Johnson will conduct the RM & ROM elections to fill vacant director seats on the Board of Directors. Only RMs & ROMs may attend, and there is only one (1) vote per member company. Directors elected at this session will be seated at the closing Board of Directors meeting on Thursday afternoon and must be present.

Speakers

Rachel Johnson

Owner at Trek Armored Group, Inc.

Opening Ceremony & President's Welcome; Wed 9:00 AM - 9:25 AM

President Rachel Johnson will welcome you to the 52nd Annual IACOA Networking Conference. As is IACOA tradition, microphones will be passed to each attendee and they will be asked to stand and take a few seconds to state their name, the company they represent, the services their company offers, and the territories served.

The Board will seat the newly elected Directors, it will consider the President's slate of committees and committee members, and discuss the annual conference now coming to a close.

The Board will seat the newly elected Directors, it will consider the President's slate of committees and committee members, and discuss the annual conference now coming to a close.

Tonight's cocktail reception will start in the Exhibit Hall and will pause at 6:00 PM for a short motor coach ride to Swingers Crazy Golf at Mandalay Bay. At Swingers we will continue the reception, play a round of indoor golf, and have dinner at this latest Las Vegas attraction. This is an expensive event and an upcharge applies. You must register to attend this event.

The Cocktail Reception will be held in the Florentine Ballroom C/D. Name Badges are required to attend all functions and sessions.

All directors, Officers, and Committee Members are required to attend; RMs, AMs, ROMs in good standing are invited. The meeting will be held in the Firenze Room, located on the 2nd floor conference level.

Please join us for a Cocktail Reception in the Exhibit Hall with light Hors d’oeurves. Beer, wine, soft drinks, and bottled water will be served. Be sure to network with your peers and your exhibitor suppliers before you head out for dinner.

Tonight's cocktail reception will start in the Exhibit Hall and will pause at 6:00 PM for a short motor coach ride to Swingers Crazy Golf at Mandalay Bay. At Swingers we will play a round of indoor golf, and have dinner at this latest Las Vegas attraction. This is an expensive event and an upcharge applies. You must register to attend this event.

Exhibit Hall viewing is from 6:00 PM through 7:30 PM. All exhibit booths must be staffed during this viewing session.

This is the first of two opportunities for exhibitors to tear down their booths and package them for shipment. The second opportunity is Friday morning, from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM; the drayage company will be on hand Friday morning to accept your shipments. We must return the ballroom to the hotel at noon on Friday.

The evening is on your own to enjoy dinner and conversation with your associates and suppliers. There is fine dining on property, and an endless list of alternative restaurants and entertainment venues in Las Vegas, both on and off the strip.