Friend of NCS4 Awards to be presented at 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition


Four professionals in the safety and security industry will be recognized for their invaluable contributions to the advancement of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) with the Friend of NCS4 Award at the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition July 9-11 in Phoenix, Ariz. This event is presented annually NCS4. Read More

Emerging Industry Leaders to be Honored at 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition


Eight professionals will be recognized for their leadership in addressing safety and security issues during the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition July 9-11 in Phoenix, Ariz., presented annually by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM).

The Emerging Industry Leader Award recognizes a young professional who has demonstrated outstanding leadership in addressing safety and security issues. In addition to the enhanced safety and security of their venue/event, the recipient’s contributions have set an example for others to follow. Read More

Sports Facilities to Receive Recognition During 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference


Six sports facilities will be recognized for their leadership in addressing safety and security issues as part of the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition on July 9-11 in Phoenix, AZ. The event is presented annually by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM).

The Facility of Merit Award recognizes a sports facility that has demonstrated an innovative approach to enhancing safety and security beyond its normal operations or addressed a significant safety/security concern. Read More

Nine Individuals to Receive Professional of the Year Award at the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & ExhibitionAuto Draft


A total of nine professionals will be recognized for their leadership in addressing safety and security issues during the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition on July 9-11 in Phoenix, AZ. The event is presented annually by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM).

The Professional of the Year Award recognizes a member of management in the field who has, over the past year, demonstrated outstanding leadership in addressing safety and security issues. In addition to the enhanced safety of their venue/event, the recipient’s contributions have set an example for others to follow.

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Wiswesser to Receive Champion of Change Award at 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition


Bill Wiswesser, Senior Vice President of Facilities and Stadium General Manager at FC Cincinnati, will be presented with the Champion of Change Award during the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition on July 9-11 in Phoenix, AZ.

The event is presented annually by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi.

The Champion of Change Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated their ability and commitment to bring about positive change in the sports safety and security industry. Through progressive leadership, this individual’s achievements have made a difference in organizational effectiveness and led the organization forward into the future.

“We are thrilled to honor Bill with this award; it is a testament to his forward-thinking work in the safety and security space, and he is a highly respected professional in the field," said Dr. Stacey Hall, NCS4 Executive Director and Professor of Sports Management. Wiswesser began his career in venue operations in 2006 as an intern with the New York Red Bulls when the team was a tenant in Giant Stadium. Wiswesser was hired full-time after his internship and was part of the organization when they opened Red Bull Arena in 2010, where he participated in the development of the building’s policies and procedures. Throughout his time at Red Bull Arena, Wiswesser worked his way up to Senior Director of Operations and Broadcast, serving as the lead for all stadium events, including credentialing and oversight of cleaning and concessions.

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Squires to be Honored at National Conference with Milton E. Ahlerich Distinguished Leadership Award


William “Bill” Squires, Founder/President of The Right Stuff Consulting, Inc., and Venue and Operations Consultant for the New York Football Giants, will be presented with the Milton E. Ahlerich Distinguished Leadership Award during the 2024 National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition on July 9-11 in Phoenix, AZ.

The event is presented annually by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM).

The Milton E. Ahlerich Distinguished Leadership Award recognizes a professional whose career includes multiple achievements and contributions to sport safety and security. The recipient’s service, commitment, ingenuity, and integrity must have elevated the profession to new levels to warrant this prestigious honor. The recipient is selected by a panel of subject matter experts on behalf of the NCS4 and awarded annually at the National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition.

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