Lisa Black-Author-Certified Latent Print Examiner and Crime Scene Analyst

Lisa Black-Author-Certified Latent Print Examiner and Crime Scene Analyst on ZOOM

From 10:15 am until 1:00 pm

At Hybrid Meeting in Person and On Zoom

101 Library Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Ponte Vedra Public Library

Lisa Black, Author, Certified Latent Print Examiner and Crime Scene Analyst - Discussion: Fingerprint Evidence

Lisa Black spent five of the happiest years of her life working as a forensic scientist at the Cuyahoga County Coroner's Office in Cleveland, Ohio. After a decade as a secretary, she returned to school and earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Cleveland State University. In her role, she analyzed various forms of trace evidence such as gunshot residue, hairs, fibers, DNA, blood, and more, as well as crime scenes.

Her life took an unexpected turn when her husband, tired of Cleveland’s snow, moved them to Florida, 1,400 miles away from her family and career. She now works as a latent print examiner for the Cape Coral Police Department, specializing in fingerprints and crime scene analysis.

A member of multiple professional organizations including Sisters in Crime, Mystery Writers of America, and the American Academy of Forensic Scientists, [Author Name] is an experienced speaker at writer's conventions and panels. She is also a Certified Crime Scene Analyst and has appeared as a forensic consultant on CourtTV.

With over 1,050 hours of forensic training and more than 65 court testimonies, she brings an extensive background to both her writing and forensic work. In 2021, she was honored as a Guest of Honor at Killer Nashville.

Website: https://lisa-black.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-black-88155492

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001IU0RQ8/

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Marcus Melnick-Anti-Violence Specialist

Marcus Melnick, Anti-Violence Specialist – DISCUSSION: Firearms in Fiction on ZOOM

From 10:15 am until 1:00 pm

At Hybrid Meeting in Person and On Zoom

101 Library Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Ponte Vedra Public Library

Marcus Melnick, Anti-Violence Specialist – DISCUSSION: Firearms in Fiction

Marcus Melnick is a Personal Safety Specialist and worked in Public Safety roles since 1988. In addition, he is the host of the radio program, The “Personal Safety Show,” and Marcus regularly equips people with the understanding and tools needed to respond to violence. Marcus holds multiple criminal justice degrees, has taught on the graduate level, and is a second generation inventor. After studying mass and interpersonal violence for decades, Marcus realized that the human stress response does not differentiate between real life-and-death danger and “administrative strain.” Administrative strain is what happens when people have an irrational fear (claustrophobia, public speaking, or even talking to a boss or possible date).

Marcus took overcoming the human stress response paralysis in dangerous circumstances and applied it to the corporate world, allowing leaders to make appropriate decisions without the incapacitating effects of perceptual and cognitive changes that occur during crisis.

Marcus lives with his family and dog in the suburbs of Chicago, and loves the outdoors. He uses comedy in his approach to even the most serious of subjects.

Website: https://www.stress2logic.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcus.melnick

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusmelnick

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Doyle Glass-Former Asst Attorney General of Kentucky

Doyle Glass, Former Asst Attorney General of Kentucky. – DISCUSSION: Handling of Evidence on ZOOM

From 10:15 am until 12:15 pm

At Hybrid Meeting in Person and On Zoom

101 Library Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Ponte Vedra Public Library

Doyle Glass-Former Asst Attorney General of Kentucky. – DISCUSSION: Handling of Evidence

Doyle Glass is an American historical novelist best known for his bestselling nonfiction works Lions of Medina (2007) and Swift Sword (2023 edition). His writing vividly portrays the heroism and sacrifices of Marines during the Vietnam War, with Lions of Medina offering a firsthand account of Charlie Company’s struggles, while Swift Sword recounts a harrowing firefight in the Queson Valley.

In 2025, Glass will release Unthrottled: The Story of Robert Benoist, which tells the incredible story of a French Grand Prix champion who risked his life as a British secret agent during WWII to help liberate France from Nazi occupation.

Before his career as an author, Glass served as a criminal prosecutor in Texas and Kentucky. He began writing and speaking about history to share the stories of his childhood heroes. His works draw readers into some of history’s most impactful moments, blending compelling narratives with deep historical insight.

In addition to his writing, Glass is an engaging speaker, sharing his passion for history and storytelling. He resides in Dallas, Texas, with his wife and three children.

Website: https://doyleglass.com/about-doyle-glass/

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Elissa D. Hecker-Literary Lawyer

Elissa D. Hecker, Literary Lawyer --DISCUSSION: Legal Matters Writers Need on ZOOM

From 10:15 am until 1:00 pm

At Hybrid Meeting in Person and On Zoom

101 Library Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Ponte Vedra Public Library

Elissa D. Hecker, Literary Lawyer --DISCUSSION: Legal Matters Writers Need

My goal as an attorney is to help resolve your legal and business affairs issues, enabling you to do what it is that you do best; running and growing your business/brand, acquiring deals and investors, creating and acquiring commissions, and moving forward.

My approach is to listen carefully to you to determine how we can best work together in order to accomplish your needs. I advocate and negotiate on your behalf and make sure that all of your questions and issues are properly addressed.

I take a “bird’s eye” view of your situation and work to address your legal needs. In addition, I often act as a sounding board for non-legal issues, especially those that are crucial to big-picture decisions. My focus is on you as a whole, rather than as a single legal issue.

I represent businesses (both established and new ventures), the entertainment industry, individuals, creators, entrepreneurial ventures, and both for-profit and not-for-profit entities. I have extensive experience with contracts, licensing, digital issues, Trademark Law, Copyright Law, Intellectual Property, and all aspects of running a business. I optimize legal and business affairs for individuals, startups, and businesses of all sizes.

Website: https://www.eheckeresq.com/

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