ABOUT
The problem with most anti-human trafficking training provided to law enforcement is that it merely teaches what trafficking is and how to identify it. Such trainings are really, in effect, nothing more than awareness events. In order to be effective, law enforcement needs to learn actual skills so they are equipped to conduct investigations that ensure arrests and prosecutions, know how to properly interview a possible victim or offender, know how to set up various proactive operations, or even how to write up the proper reports.
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To use an analogy, we cannot expect law enforcement officers to arrest drunk drivers if all we do is tell them what a drunk driver looks like. We also need to teach them how to administer a standard field sobriety test, and other basic related police skills. The same is true for human trafficking. Across the country, a small fraction of law enforcement officers receives any training whatsoever on human trafficking and most of that training doesn't provide practical skills that officers can use in the field.
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The Human Trafficking Training Center was established to solve all those problems and to address the resulting shortcomings in law enforcement's response to human trafficking across the country (and certainly the world).
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HTTC's programs benefit from Dan's 27 years in law enforcement and his years of experience investigating human trafficking cases, plus client-centered research and multi-disciplinary team building, and the invaluable contributions of our team of survivor leaders. Together, we provide the most comprehensive anti-human trafficking programs available so that your organization gets measurable results and improved performance.
OUR TEAM
DAN NASH
Founder
Dan Nash is the co-founder of the Human Trafficking Training Center and a retired Missouri State Trooper. Dan retired after 27 years, 24 of which was spent as an investigator in the Narcotics/Vice Unit, Criminal Investigation Unit and Human Trafficking Unit. Dan was responsible for creating the Human Trafficking Unit and was the enforcement supervisor of the Missouri Attorney General’s Office Statewide Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force. Dan has instructed thousands of officers in anti-human trafficking training in numerous states and internationally. Dan created the Special Victims Methodology for investigating human trafficking cases which is being used by many law enforcement agencies around the country. Dan also created the “Four Corner Strategy” for investigating Illicit Massage Businesses which has changed the way law enforcement approaches these cases. Dan has spoken at many conferences on human trafficking and has approximately 15 years’ experience investigating human trafficking. In his spare time, Dan lives on a farm in the Ozark Mountains with his three dogs and 24 chickens and is an avid hunter and backpacker.
MEGHAN CONNORS
Meghan Connors is a survivor-leader and advocate who has an amazing gift of educating law enforcement and other professionals about human trafficking from her lived experience. Her ability to communicate her insights and perspective make her a remarkably effective instructor. She has helped educate hundreds of law enforcement, medical, probation and parole and members of the community about how to identify, understand and respond to human trafficking from her unique vantage.
She has traveled to numerous states to participate in many panel discussions, and has been interviewed for podcasts and books around the United States.
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Meghan was presented with the “Overcomers Award” from Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas to highlight her work and achievements and a university scholarship was established in her name. She is also the first recipient of the Human Trafficking Training Center "Meghan Connors, Be the One" Award, which will be an annual award highlighting exceptional achievements in the anti-human trafficking arena. This award is named after Meghan for her dedication and the unwavering sacrifice she has made in her life to help others. This award will be presented annually at the North American Human Trafficking Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.
NICOLE THOMPSON
Nicole Thompson has a strong background and proven record in event planning, contract management, sales/marketing, admissions/recruiting and advertising. Her work has spanned the pharmaceutical industry, banking, education and as event coordinator for former North Dakota United States Senator Kent Conrad.
Nicole has taken this varied background into the field of human trafficking due to her passion and desire to help victims and the vulnerable. Nicole has seen firsthand working on tribal land and with the Indian Reservations of North Dakota how vulnerabilities can lead to trafficking. Nicole also has experience in advocacy work helping juvenile human trafficking victims. As the support coordinator, Nicole handles the day-to-day logistics that allow the Human Trafficking Training Center to train officers across the country and help change the world.
DANIELA LISCIO
Daniela Liscio is the owner of Parthenon Strategy, an equipment finance and growth strategy business in the US and Canada, helping construction and other equipment-heavy businesses make better deals to lower machine costs while developing strategies to profit more quickly from equipment. Prior to her equipment finance and consulting work, Daniela spent 12 years as a corporate lawyer and partner in Toronto and New York City for one of Canada’s largest corporate law firms where she worked on joint ventures, public and private financings, and mergers and acquisitions.
She published her first book in 2022, How Not To Get Screwed By Your Lawyer: A System for Business Owners to Manage Costs, Reduce Stress and Take Back Control in order to empower business owners and help lawyers and clients alike develop more fruitful relationships.
In addition to being a relentless advocate for small business, Daniela has degrees in law, business and economics and speaks and writes on the intersection of all these topics. She brings her corporate world experience to HTTC to help carry out HTTC’s mission to train every law enforcement agency in America and beyond, and make a lasting impact in the fight against trafficking.
Advisor
CHRISTINE JENNINGS
Christine Jennings possesses a bachelor’s degree from Brock University in political science, specializing in International Relations and Human Trafficking. In 2008 she was part of a program in Japan focused on observing human trafficking in Asia. Christine took this experience and began lecturing students at Guelph University, about the plight of human trafficking in Asia while raising awareness about the issue within Canada's borders.
Christine spent years working in the non-profit field of child abuse, child trafficking, and exploitation. Her invaluable expertise spans various areas, including administration, grant writing, program development, and Victim Services. Christine has studied brain science and trauma informed practices, especially in Canada’s indigenous populations. Christine continues her fight against human trafficking, employing her skills and knowledge to make a positive difference in the lives of those in need.
Christine resides in Alberta, Canada where she loves being in the mountains and spending time with her dog Bear.
DARON WILKINS
Daron is a 30-year Law Enforcement veteran who began his career with the Springfield Missouri Police Department. After retiring from the Police Department Narcotics Unit, Daron took over command of COMET, a Drug Task Force where he has remained for the past nine years. Daron has spent a total of 26 years investigating narcotics and violent crimes.
Daron and his wife Kim, live on the same farm, where he grew up,in the Ozarks. When he's not working, he enjoys hunting and spending time with his horses, cows, kids and grandkids.
NORMAN A. MURPHY
Norm's journey in law enforcement is a testament to his family's legacy. Born and raised in Kirkwood, Missouri, he hails from a long line of law enforcement officers. Norm graduated from the Missouri State Highway Patrol Academy, becoming the first third-generation State Trooper in the history of the Missouri State Highway Patrol. ​
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Norm held many positions during his 35-year career with the Missouri State Highway Patrol including 19 years in patrol, and gaming where he was recognized for his DWI and auto theft enforcement. In 2015, Norm was named Assistant Bureau Commander of the Field Operations Bureau. While in the Field Operations Bureau, he managed many of the Patrol’s highest-profile events. Those events include Governor’s Inaugurations, Civil Disobedience Operations, Presidential Debates, PGA Tournaments, 2020 Republican National Conventions and 2021 Presidential Inauguration.
Norm also oversaw the Interdiction for the Protection of Children program where he first obtained his interest in human trafficking.
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TRACY WYANT
Tracy is a 23-year law enforcement veteran where he finished the last eight years of his career as a precinct chief. Tracy has significant experience in executive administration, intergovernmental relations, narcotics, fugitive apprehension, human trafficking and police operations. He started his career with the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office, and later transitioned to both the Taylorsville Police Department and ultimately the Unified Police Department, where he finished out his law enforcement career.
Tracy holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration with emphasis in law enforcement and psychology. When Tracy is not busy assisting HTTC, he enjoys time outdoors camping, hunting, fishing and traveling with friends, family and his two labradors.