Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security Officials to Speak in Pigeon Forge

The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security will speak to area businesses on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at the Pigeon Forge Hospitality Association Meeting. Regional Advisor in Charge Dwayne C. Collins, Regional Advisors Jerry Stout and Barry Crotzer, and Pigeon Forge Police Lieutenant Richard Catlett will cover the topics:

• What is suspicious activity / See Something, Say Something
• Active Shooter(s)
• Identity Theft

This important and informative meeting is open to all area hospitality and lodging associations and members. Networking begins at 11 a.m. at Harpoon Harry’s Crab House, 112 Community Center Drive in Pigeon Forge. The luncheon meeting is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Registration for the luncheon is required at www.pfha-august13.eventbrite.com

The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security offers a variety of training programs for law enforcement, businesses and citizens.

“We feel it is important to provide the business community with relevant and current information that can be helpful in the operation and safety of their businesses,” said Pam Smith, president of the Pigeon Forge Hospitality Association.

The Pigeon Forge Hospitality Association forges alliances to develop, promote, and protect the hospitality and tourism industries.