The RTCC Summit: Collaborate. Innovate. Secure.
- October 1, 2025: 9:00am-7:00pm CDT
- The Constellation Club: 5215 N O’Connor Blvd, Irving, TX
Why This Summit Matters
With smart cities on the rise and global events like FIFA 2026 fast approaching, the demands on public safety agencies are rapidly evolving. Real-Time Crime Centers (RTCCs) are no longer a future concept; they’re operational necessities for agencies seeking to reduce response times, maximize situational awareness, and lead with data-driven decision-making.
On October 1st, leaders in policing, technology, and municipal planning will gather in Irving, Texas, for Command & Control: The RTCC Summit, a first-of-its-kind event designed specifically for professionals looking to start or strengthen their agency’s real-time operations.
This summit isn’t about theoretical solutions or vendor pitches. It’s about experience. It’s about hearing from leaders who’ve built, led, and grown RTCCs that are making a difference today.
Lieutenant Ben Jones, who led the Winston-Salem PD RTCC shares that:
“RTCCs aren’t just fancy control rooms at police departments. They fill gaps in information, resources, and manpower. They enable decisions that are faster, more informed, and more accurate. Ultimately, that leads to safer officers and stronger communities.”
Who Should Attend the RTCC Summit?
If you’re a:
- Police chief, sheriff, or public safety command staff
- City official overseeing smart city or security initiatives
- Technology leader within a government or public agency
- Project manager planning a new RTCC, or rethinking your existing one
…then this summit is for you.
What You’ll Learn: Real Experience, Real Results
Whether you’re just getting started or trying to improve a long-running operation, you’ll walk away from the RTCC Summit with updated strategies and re-defined goals.
The full-day summit features a carefully curated agenda of high-impact sessions, each led by professionals who’ve built and led successful RTCCs.
This isn’t a surface-level discussion. This is open dialogue and real-world examples of what works, and what doesn’t.
You’ll gain insight into:
- Building RTCCs from the ground up, start to mission
- Avoiding costly technology missteps through smarter planning
- Best practices for data sharing, interagency coordination, and responsible AI
- Understanding your community’s needs and building trust through transparency
- Developing sustainable staffing and operational workflows
Meet the Experts: A Panel with RTCC Experience
Lt. Ben Jones (Retired)
Public Safety Advisor, Verkada
Ben served 25 years with the Winston-Salem Police Department in North Carolina, leading elite units in SWAT and Homicide before overseeing the department’s first RTCC. His leadership turned the WSPD RTCC into a nationally recognized model for real-time, intelligence-led policing.
“It’s not about watching screens. It’s about empowering officers with critical, vetted information before they even arrive. With the right tools and a solid foundation of community trust, RTCCs transform public safety.” – Lt. Ben Jones (Ret.)
Lt. Sean Arthur (Retired)
Public Safety Operations Specialist, Constant Technologies, Inc.
With nearly 30 years in law enforcement, including time as District Commander and Homicide Investigator, Sean led the award-winning Real-Time Operations Center (ROC) at the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. Under his guidance, the ROC became internationally known for innovation and performance.
“A well-defined mission for your real-time crime room can provide the foundation for everything you do. It sets the tone for work, defines goals, and informs strategies and tactics that will be used to achieve success.” – Lt. Sean Arthur (Ret.)
At Constant Technologies, Sean helps agencies across the country design and launch mission-critical operations centers.
Lt. Commander Mike Ricupero (Retired)
Director of Law Enforcement Strategic Engagement, Rapid SOS
As the Commanding Officer of the NYPD’s Real-Time Crime Center, Lt. Commander Mike Ricupero (Retired) led one of the longest-running RTCCs in the country. A national leader in real-time intelligence and technology-driven policing, he has driven key innovations in AI integration, facial recognition, and the expansion of the Fusus platform. Ricupero also services on the National Real Time Crime Center Association (NRTCCA) advisory board, helping shape best practices for agencies nationwide.
“It’s not just about access to more data, it’s about the ability to quickly analyze, interpret, and act on it in the moments that matter most.” – Lt. Commander Mike Ricupero (Ret.)
Lt. David Thorp
Commander, FOReCAST Unit, Cobb County Police Department
Lt. Thorp is a pioneer in real-time policing, license plate recognition, and facial recognition technology. He led the creation and integration of Cobb County’s RTCC, which has been recognized by both the National Real Time Crime Center Association (NRTCCA) and the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police. He’s also involved in public-private partnerships and serves on the Safety Advisory Board for the Crimesly personal safety app.
Secure Your Spot Today
This RTCC summit is not a trade show. It’s not a generic panel discussion. It’s a focused, high-value series of sessions created by and for public safety professionals who are serious about real-time crime centers and the future of proactive policing.
Spots are limited. Register today!
Constant’s Commitment to Mission-Critical RTCCs
Constant Technologies is honored to support this summit and work alongside the leaders redefining real-time public safety. We specialize in designing, integrating, and installing the technology and environments that make today’s RTCCs operationally effective and future-ready.
We’ve partnered with agencies across the country to turn concepts into operational centers, including:
- Aurora PD CIIC
- Collier County Sheriff’s Office ROC
- Georgia Department of Corrections Overwatch Operations Center
- Glendale PD RTIC
- Kyle PD EOC
- Lee County RTIC
- Miami Beach PD RTIC
- North Charleston PD RTCC
- North Kingstown PD/FD Dispatch Center
- Rogers PD Dispatch Center
- Sandy Springs PD RTCC
- Spokane County Sheriff’s Office RTCC
- Stonington PD EOC
- Tulsa PD RTIC
- Wichita PD RTIC
- Winston-Salem PD RTCC
- Vacaville PD RTIC
“The intelligence-led policing model isn’t just the future; it’s the present. And its impact is undeniable.” – Lt. Ben Jones (Ret.)
With over 40 years of experience, our expertise ensures seamless integration of technology, optimized workflows, and tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of public safety agencies.
