Workplace Violence Prevention: A Proactive Approach with Lisa Terry, Chief Development Officer at Vistelar

In this episode of Security Heroes, host Lisa Falzone is joined by Lisa Terry, Chief Development Officer at Vistelar, to discuss why workplace security needs to be approached proactively, how she has learnt and implemented measures following active shooter events, and the importance of incident tracking and reporting technologies.

In this episode of Security Heroes, host Lisa Falzone is joined by Lisa Terry, Chief Development Officer at Vistelar, a conflict management consulting and training institute focussed on addressing the entire spectrum of human conflict at the point of impact. With decades of experience in the security sector, starting her career as a Police Officer in Raleigh, North Carolina, Lisa is an expert in the fields of crisis management, emergency management, and law protection. Today, joins to show to discuss crisis and emergency management.

Join them as they:

Discuss Lisa’s background as a police officer and lieutenant in North Carolina in the 1980s
Explore the early incidents that triggered Lisa’s drive to improve workplace safety
Examine the importance of having women in positions of leadership and power
Discuss changes that have been implemented following previous active shooter events
Explain why incident tracking and reporting technologies are vital for improving workplace security
Emphasize the importance of empathy in de escalating situations
Promote proactive behavior when considering workplace security processes

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