Transit Threats: Real-World Risk Lessons from Joel Lavespere

Show Notes:

• From city streets to zoo exhibits, expert Joel Lavespere breaks down how public spaces become soft targets—and what leaders can do now.

• Spot early signs of targeted v*olence in transportation

• Learn from real cases in city systems & cultural sites

• Why threat assessments often fail in transit planning

• Actionable tips from a former Air Force officer & zoo security chief

Guest bio: Joel Lavespere, CPP, PSP, CPOI—security consultant, ex-Air Force, former Portland safety manager

• 03:40 – How Portland trains for public safety

• 11:10 – What the Oregon Zoo taught him about soft targets

• 22:55 – Signs your transit team might be ignoring

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