<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Portfolio Archive - Wicklander-Zulawski</title> <atom:link href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/</link> <description></description> <lastBuildDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 15:42:30 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.6</generator> <image> <url>https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/cropped-Favicon-Size-WZ-1-32x32.png</url> <title>Portfolio Archive - Wicklander-Zulawski</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <item> <title>Press Release: David Lund, MBA, CFI, LPC Joins Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates as Instructor and Assumes Role as Executive Director of the International Association of Interviewers</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/david-lund-wz-release/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/david-lund-wz-release/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2024 19:02:03 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=12503</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>July 8, 2024Aurora, IL Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates (WZ), a globally recognized leader in investigative interviewing training and consulting, is proud to announce the appointment of David Lund as its newest instructor. Additionally, David will be taking on the pivotal role of Executive Director at the International Association of Interviewers (IAI). With a distinguished career and leadership roles spanning over three decades in the investigative field, David Lund brings a wealth of expertise and experience to his new roles. Prior to joining WZ, David served in various executive roles in esteemed organizations like DICK’S Sporting Goods, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Macy’s Inc. David has also been a recognized expert in the industry, as demonstrated by his past chairmanship of the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) Asset Protection Steering Committee and active participation in RILA’s Asset Protection Leaders Council. He has also lent his expertise to the National Retail Federation LP Council, Loss Prevention Foundation, Loss Prevention Research Council, Loss Prevention Magazine, and Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania. Throughout his career, David has exemplified his passion for continued education, earning his MBA from the University of Pittsburgh, and continuously seeking opportunities to enhance his knowledge. This drive is amplified by David’s belief in...</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/david-lund-wz-release/">Press Release: David Lund, MBA, CFI, LPC Joins Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates as Instructor and Assumes Role as Executive Director of the International Association of Interviewers</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p><strong>July 8, 2024<br>Aurora, IL </strong></p> <p><strong>Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates (WZ)</strong>, a globally recognized leader in investigative interviewing training and consulting, is proud to announce the appointment of David Lund as its newest instructor. Additionally, David will be taking on the pivotal role of Executive Director at the<strong> International Association of Interviewers (IAI</strong>).</p> <p>With a distinguished career and leadership roles spanning over three decades in the investigative field, David Lund brings a wealth of expertise and experience to his new roles. Prior to joining WZ, David served in various executive roles in esteemed organizations like DICK’S Sporting Goods, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Macy’s Inc. David has also been a recognized expert in the industry, as demonstrated by his past chairmanship of the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) Asset Protection Steering Committee and active participation in RILA’s Asset Protection Leaders Council. He has also lent his expertise to the National Retail Federation LP Council, Loss Prevention Foundation, Loss Prevention Research Council, Loss Prevention Magazine, and Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania.</p> <p>Throughout his career, David has exemplified his passion for continued education, earning his MBA from the University of Pittsburgh, and continuously seeking opportunities to enhance his knowledge. This drive is amplified by David’s belief in mentoring and coaching others, which establishes him as a perfect candidate to represent the WZ brand and serve as the Executive Director for IAI. His commitment to excellence and his passion for advancing the field of investigative interviewing make him an invaluable addition to the WZ team.</p> <p>“I am thrilled to join Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates and contribute to their renowned training programs,” said David Lund. “WZ has long been recognized for its commitment to ethical interviewing practices, and I am excited to be part of the team and contribute our offerings and empower professionals worldwide.”</p> <p>In addition to his role at WZ, David Lund will assume the position of Executive Director at the International Association of Interviewers (IAI). In this capacity, he will oversee the strategic direction of the organization, championing its mission to provide education, resources, and support to interviewers across industries. David has served on the IAI Advisory Board for over a decade and has been instrumental in the continued development of the association. This appointment comes at a pivotal time for the organization as it looks to break barriers in the coming months with the launch of a revised Certified Forensic Interviewer course and exam, the annual Elite Training Days Conference, and other exciting announcements coming soon.</p> <p>David Lund’s appointment underscores WZ’s dedication to providing cutting-edge training and resources to professionals in the field of investigative interviewing. His insights and leadership will undoubtedly strengthen WZ’s position as a global leader in the industry.</p> <p>“We are delighted to welcome David Lund to our team,” said Dave Thompson, President of Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates. “His extensive experience and leadership in the field of interviewing align perfectly with our commitment to delivering exceptional training and thought leadership. We are confident that David will play a key role in advancing our mission and furthering the success of the International Association of Interviewers.”</p> <p>For more information about Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates and the International Association of Interviewers, visit <a href="http://www.w-z.com">www.w-z.com</a> or <a href="http://www.certifiedinterviewer.com">www.certifiedinterviewer.com</a>.</p> <p><strong>About Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates</strong></p> <p>Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates, Inc. (WZ) is a globally recognized consulting and training organization specializing in investigative interviewing techniques. Since 1982, WZ has provided premier training programs to professionals in law enforcement, corporate security, human resources, and more. With a commitment to ethical practices and cutting-edge methodologies, WZ empowers individuals and organizations to achieve success through effective communication and investigative techniques.</p> <p><strong>About the International Association of Interviewers</strong></p> <p>The International Association of Interviewers (IAI) is dedicated to advancing the art and science of interview and interrogation. Through education, certification, and networking opportunities, IAI supports professionals across industries in honing their interviewing skills and achieving excellence in the field. As the leading resource for interviewers worldwide, IAI is committed to promoting ethical practices and elevating the standards of investigative interviewing.</p> <p><em>For media inquiries, please contact:</em><br>David Thompson, CFI<br>President | Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates<br><a href="mailto:dthompson@w-z.com">dthompson@w-z.com</a></p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/david-lund-wz-release/">Press Release: David Lund, MBA, CFI, LPC Joins Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates as Instructor and Assumes Role as Executive Director of the International Association of Interviewers</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/david-lund-wz-release/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Press-Release Wicklander-Zulawski announces the promotion of Brett L. Ward, CFI, to SVP – Client Relations and Business Development</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-wicklander-zulawski-announces-the-promotion-of-brett-l-ward-cfi-to-svp-client-relations-and-business-development/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-wicklander-zulawski-announces-the-promotion-of-brett-l-ward-cfi-to-svp-client-relations-and-business-development/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2024 20:52:17 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=12423</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Wicklander-Zulawski announces the promotion of Brett L. Ward, CFI, to SVP – Client Relations and Business Development. Aurora, IL – (April 17, 2024) Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates (WZ), an international training firm, is proud to announce the promotion of Brett L. Ward, CFI, to the role of Senior VP of Client Relations and Business Development. This role is an expansion of Ward’s previous responsibilities to include leadership over the WZ Business Development team in both the public and private sector divisions. Brett L. Ward, CFI, has been a member of the WZ team since 1998, contributing in a variety of ways to the success of the organization and, most importantly, to the education of investigators across the globe. Ward, a highly requested instructor at WZ, has conducted hundreds of training seminars, keynote presentations, and one-on-one consulting sessions over the last two decades. He has had the ability to educate practitioners in law enforcement, federal agencies, loss prevention, legal professionals, auditors, and dozens of other verticals. Ward has also worked to support our human resources, employee relations, ethics, people and culture, and talent development professionals as he led the marketability of WZ’s customized training programs for this portion of the industry. Shane...</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-wicklander-zulawski-announces-the-promotion-of-brett-l-ward-cfi-to-svp-client-relations-and-business-development/">Press-Release Wicklander-Zulawski announces the promotion of Brett L. Ward, CFI, to SVP – Client Relations and Business Development</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Wicklander-Zulawski announces the promotion of Brett L. Ward, CFI, to SVP – Client Relations and Business Development.</h2> <p><strong>Aurora, IL – (April 17, 2024) </strong></p> <p><strong><em>Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates (WZ), an international training firm, is proud to announce the promotion of Brett L. Ward, CFI, to the role of Senior VP of Client Relations and Business Development. This role is an expansion of Ward’s previous responsibilities to include leadership over the WZ Business Development team in both the public and private sector divisions.</em></strong></p> <p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-12424 alignleft" src="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-1024x1024.png" alt="" width="353" height="353" srcset="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-300x300.png 300w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-150x150.png 150w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-768x768.png 768w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-60x60.png 60w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-80x80.png 80w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-100x100.png 100w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-120x120.png 120w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-140x140.png 140w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-200x200.png 200w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-360x360.png 360w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-390x390.png 390w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-460x460.png 460w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-554x554.png 554w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-70x70.png 70w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-771x771.png 771w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3-81x81.png 81w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MASTER-WZ-LinkedIn-Posts-3.png 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px" />Brett L. Ward, CFI, has been a member of the WZ team since 1998, contributing in a variety of ways to the success of the organization and, most importantly, to the education of investigators across the globe. Ward, a highly requested instructor at WZ, has conducted hundreds of training seminars, keynote presentations, and one-on-one consulting sessions over the last two decades. He has had the ability to educate practitioners in law enforcement, federal agencies, loss prevention, legal professionals, auditors, and dozens of other verticals. Ward has also worked to support our human resources, employee relations, ethics, people and culture, and talent development professionals as he led the marketability of WZ’s customized training programs for this portion of the industry.</p> <p>Shane Sturman, CEO, shared his excitement for the organization, <em>“Ward’s dedication, work ethic, and passion for training and education has been well established over his 26 years with WZ. We are excited about his expanded role and confident his leadership will be instrumental in achieving our company’s vision of growth through professional relationships.”</em></p> <p>Ward’s most recent role centered on relationship building and business development within the private sector. In addition to that role, Ward has also been responsible for conducting dozens of training programs annually – further building relationships with the community while spreading the knowledge of evidence-based practices. With the additional task of supporting our public-sector partners in law enforcement and state or federal agencies, Ward will be dedicating most of his time to relationship-building, meetings, and leading his team. Ward, who is known for rolling up his sleeves, will still be in the field working directly with investigators but will now have a reduced capacity to lead full-length training programs.</p> <p><em>“Looking forward to the challenge of this final chapter of a truly blessed career with WZ. Somewhat of a ‘coming home’ after spending the vast majority of my first decade working within the law enforcement vertical. Personal and professional growth often comes with sacrifice, and although my time will lean away from something I truly love – speaking, I will remain a liaison and in contact with the hundreds of organizations and departments I’ve been fortunate enough to work with over the last 26 years with WZ. I have a great team, and together we’re going to continue to move the needle of advancement on education in moral and ethical investigative interviewing.”</em> said Ward regarding this new venture.</p> <p>The WZ Business Development team continues to build strong relationships with the investigative community. Within this team, Kole Cluxton continues to partner as a liaison and client relationship representative with private sector organizations, working diligently to listen to the field and deliver on expected objectives. Additionally, Kelly Pate continues working with our law enforcement partners in co-sponsored training programs and builds long-term relationships to provide value to their needs. Jake Alba, the newest addition to the WZ team, is focused on outreach to law enforcement or federal agencies to develop contractual or customized training sessions.</p> <p><em>“Ward has been an established leader in this community for several years. The opportunity for him to focus on building relationships while leading our client relations team will allow us to have a more unified voice and presence in the industry,”</em> says Dave Thompson, President of WZ.</p> <p>About Wicklander-Zulawski: Wicklander-Zulawski has been a global leader in the field of investigative interviewing and interrogation techniques since 1982. With a commitment to providing the most effective and ethical interview strategies, Wicklander-Zulawski has trained professionals from various industries worldwide. Their techniques have proven invaluable for obtaining accurate information while preserving relationships.</p> <p><a href="https://www.w-z.com/team/">Meet the Client Relations Team</a></p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-wicklander-zulawski-announces-the-promotion-of-brett-l-ward-cfi-to-svp-client-relations-and-business-development/">Press-Release Wicklander-Zulawski announces the promotion of Brett L. Ward, CFI, to SVP – Client Relations and Business Development</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-wicklander-zulawski-announces-the-promotion-of-brett-l-ward-cfi-to-svp-client-relations-and-business-development/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Press Release – WZ Partners with Learning Ninjas and The Law Enforcement Innovation Center</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/pr_leic/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/pr_leic/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 14:59:34 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=12112</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Wicklander-Zulawski Partners with Learning Ninjas and The Law Enforcement Innovation Center to Bring Non-Confrontational Interviewing Techniques to Investigators Aurora, IL, August 3, 2023 – Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates (WZ), a renowned leader in investigative interviewing, is proud to announce its collaboration with Learning Ninjas®, a prominent instructional design firm, to support the development of an innovative online training course focused on evidence-based, non-confrontational interviewing techniques. This online training course was created by The Law Enforcement Innovation Center (LEIC), an agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service. LEIC, through a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office), solicited the support of subject matter experts, including WZ and Learning Ninjas to provide law enforcement with a free online course highlighting the importance of effective interviewing. The partnership between Wicklander-Zulawski and Learning Ninjas brings together two industry powerhouses, each known for their expertise in their respective fields. The online training course will provide law enforcement with an understanding of non-confrontational interview strategies, and lessons on false confessions, enabling them to gather accurate information while maintaining ethical practices and preserving community relationships. The course aims to enhance the skills of interviewers, enabling them to...</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/pr_leic/">Press Release – WZ Partners with Learning Ninjas and The Law Enforcement Innovation Center</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Wicklander-Zulawski Partners with Learning Ninjas and The Law Enforcement Innovation Center to Bring Non-Confrontational Interviewing Techniques to Investigators</strong></h2> <p><br><strong>Aurora, IL, August 3, 2023</strong> – Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates (WZ), a renowned leader in investigative interviewing, is proud to announce its collaboration with Learning Ninjas<sup>®</sup>, a prominent instructional design firm, to support the development of an innovative online training course focused on evidence-based, non-confrontational interviewing techniques.</p> <p>This online training course was created by The Law Enforcement Innovation Center (LEIC), an agency of the University of Tennessee Institute for Public Service. LEIC, through a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office), solicited the support of subject matter experts, including WZ and Learning Ninjas to provide law enforcement with a free online course highlighting the importance of effective interviewing.</p> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="2528" height="1420" src="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-12119" srcset="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514.jpg 2528w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514-768x431.jpg 768w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514-2048x1150.jpg 2048w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514-1200x674.jpg 1200w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514-120x67.jpg 120w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Depositphotos_227035732_XL-scaled-e1690988739514-81x45.jpg 81w" sizes="(max-width: 2528px) 100vw, 2528px" /></figure> <p>The partnership between Wicklander-Zulawski and Learning Ninjas brings together two industry powerhouses, each known for their expertise in their respective fields. The online training course will provide law enforcement with an understanding of non-confrontational interview strategies, and lessons on false confessions, enabling them to gather accurate information while maintaining ethical practices and preserving community relationships.</p> <p>The course aims to enhance the skills of interviewers, enabling them to achieve more effective outcomes while building rapport with the community. Participants will learn strategies to establish trust, ask open-ended questions, and employ active listening techniques to elicit accurate information.</p> <p>Wicklander-Zulawski has been a trusted resource for law enforcement agencies, investigators, and corporate security teams worldwide. Their techniques have consistently proven successful in obtaining valuable information without resorting to coercive or confrontational methods.</p> <p>Learning Ninjas is a cutting-edge online learning agency known for delivering high-quality educational content in an engaging and interactive manner. By leveraging their advanced technology and user-friendly interface, Learning Ninjas ensures that the training course is accessible and adaptable to law enforcement.</p> <p>“We are excited to collaborate with Learning Ninjas to bring our expertise in non-confrontational interviewing techniques to a wider audience,” said Dave Thompson, President of Wicklander-Zulawski. “By combining our practical knowledge with Learning Ninjas curriculum design and development, we are confident that this course will provide professionals with the essential knowledge to conduct interviews ethically and successfully.”</p> <p>The course includes instructional videos, interactive modules, and assessments to ensure participants gain insight into non-confrontational interviewing techniques. Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate of completion and resources to pursue further training opportunities.</p> <p>“The success of this course depended heavily on the partnership with Wicklander-Zulawski, a highly respected industry leader known for their expertise in non-confrontational interviewing techniques,” said Sarah Mercier, CEO of Learning Ninjas. “By designing this course for effective application, we aim to empower professionals with the knowledge and skills to conduct interviews effectively and ethically, ultimately fostering better communication and outcomes.”</p> <p><strong>The online training course on non-confrontational interviewing techniques is now available on the COPS Office training portal. To learn more about the course and to register, please visit <a href="https://copstrainingportal.org/project/introduction-to-the-non-confrontational-investigative-interviewing-approach/">COPS Training</a></strong>.</p> <p>About Wicklander-Zulawski: Wicklander-Zulawski has been a global leader in the field of investigative interviewing techniques since 1982. With a commitment to providing the most effective and ethical interview strategies, Wicklander-Zulawski has trained professionals from various industries worldwide. Their techniques have proven invaluable for obtaining accurate information while preserving relationships.</p> <p>About Learning Ninjas®: Learning Ninjas is a leading online learning agency that applies evidence-based instructional design principles and the latest technology and data standards to create online courses, plan learning ecosystems, and implement performance-based measurement and evaluation. Learning Ninjas aims to make learning engaging and accessible to professionals worldwide.</p> <p>Media Contact:</p> <p>David Thompson, President, Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates</p> <p><a href="mailto:Dthompson@w-z.com">Dthompson@w-z.com</a></p> <p>Sarah Mercier, CEO, Learning Ninjas®</p> <p><a href="mailto:Sarah@learningninjas.com">Sarah@learningninjas.com</a></p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/pr_leic/">Press Release – WZ Partners with Learning Ninjas and The Law Enforcement Innovation Center</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/pr_leic/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>WZ Featured in TIME Magazine</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-featured-in-time-magazine/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-featured-in-time-magazine/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:44:39 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=11698</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Dave Thompson, CFI was among a handful of experts asked for opinions in this TIME magazine article about the push to remove deceptive practices from law enforcement interviews. Dave represents the viewpoint of practitioners striving to build trusting relationships with their subjects.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-featured-in-time-magazine/">WZ Featured in TIME Magazine</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <p>Dave Thompson, CFI was among a handful of experts asked for opinions in this TIME magazine article about the push to remove deceptive practices from law enforcement interviews. Dave represents the viewpoint of practitioners striving to build trusting relationships with their subjects.</p> <p></p> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-button is-style-outline"><a class="wp-block-button__link" href="" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>READ THE ARTICLE ON TIME.COM</strong></a></div> </div> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-featured-in-time-magazine/">WZ Featured in TIME Magazine</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-featured-in-time-magazine/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Investigative Interviews of Vulnerable Persons</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/investigative-interviews-of-vulnerable-persons/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/investigative-interviews-of-vulnerable-persons/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:30:18 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=11691</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/investigative-interviews-of-vulnerable-persons/">Investigative Interviews of Vulnerable Persons</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="wpb-content-wrapper"><section class="vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid"><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"><div class="last-paragraph-no-margin"><p>This article written by WZ Standards Coordinator Joe Wolf, CFI is featured in the 2022 IADLEST (International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training) Annual Magazine. IADLEST offers additional services built to enhance and improve the framework of the training programs essential to the success of our nation’s law enforcement community. WZ’s affiliation with IADLEST ensures that our law enforcement interview training continues to exceed the highest standards.</p> <p> </p> <div class="wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex"> <div class="wp-block-button is-style-outline"><a class="wp-block-button__link">READ THE ARTICLE</a></div> </div> <p> </p> </div></div></div></div></section></div><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/investigative-interviews-of-vulnerable-persons/">Investigative Interviews of Vulnerable Persons</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/investigative-interviews-of-vulnerable-persons/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>WZ Commits to Evidence-Based Training</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wzevidencebased/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wzevidencebased/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2022 04:45:50 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=10982</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wzevidencebased/">WZ Commits to Evidence-Based Training</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="wpb-content-wrapper"><section class="vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1649998751510 vc_row-has-fill"><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"><div class="last-paragraph-no-margin"><p>AURORA, IL, USA, February 17, 2022 /<a href="http://www.einpresswire.com/">EINPresswire.com</a>/ — <a href="http://www.w-z.com/">Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates</a> (WZ) is proud to announce its focused strategy on the commitment to provide evidence-based curriculum at a high-quality of professional standards to investigators across the globe. In the last several years, WZ has become an advocate for modern, <a href="http://www.w-z.com/truth/">non-confrontational interviewing techniques</a> and assisted in the eradication of coercive and antiquated methodologies. Recent examples of academic and practitioner collaboration, including the United Nation’s release of the Principles on Effective Interviewing for Investigations and Information Gathering have further inspired this progressive movement towards the evolution of interview or “interrogation” techniques.</p> <p>WZ recognizes that the opportunity to train and mentor, in any profession, comes with great responsibility to execute at the highest of standards. The organization is committed to this expectation through a multitude of approaches which promise to deliver high-quality training to its clients. The commitment to these standards will be built in a three-prong approach focused on curriculum development, adult learning principles and instructor standards.</p> <p><a href="https://www.einpresswire.com/article/563121703/wz-committed-to-evidence-based-training-the-evolution-of-investigative-interviewing">Read the full press release here</a></p> </div></div></div></div></section> </div><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wzevidencebased/">WZ Commits to Evidence-Based Training</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wzevidencebased/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>WZ Consults on Illinois Interview Legislation</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-consults-on-illinois-interview-legislation/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-consults-on-illinois-interview-legislation/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2022 04:33:55 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=10979</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-consults-on-illinois-interview-legislation/">WZ Consults on Illinois Interview Legislation</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="wpb-content-wrapper"><section class="vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1649997842723 vc_row-has-fill"><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"><div class="last-paragraph-no-margin"><p>An often-used tactic by interviewers is to knowingly lie about the existence of evidence to subjects during an interrogation. Although this may be a surprise to most, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in <em>Frazier v. Cupp </em>(1969) that investigators may use appropriate deceptive interrogation topics. Within the framework of this ruling, interviewers may have made statements such as “…we have video evidence that shows you starting the fire” or “…your fingerprints were identified on the weapon” even if there is no video or fingerprints. Research and practical experience have shown that this tactic may result in several consequences including; incentivizing a false confession, contaminating the reliability of a true confession, and impacting the cooperative relationship of the subject and the interviewer.</p> <p>Wicklander-Zulawski (WZ) has consulted on this specific issue and has provided support to legislation that would prohibit the use of explicit deception during an interrogation. The State of Illinois has passed through the legislature a new law that will prohibit the use of this tactic with youthful subjects during an interview. The International Association of Chiefs of Police also consulted on this topic, providing their support to this much-needed change. The collaboration of practitioners, academics, advocates, and legislators has shown to have a tremendous impact on the evolving standards of interrogation techniques.</p> </div><div class="vc_separator wpb_content_element vc_separator_align_center vc_sep_width_100 vc_sep_pos_align_center vc_separator_no_text vc_sep_color_blue wpb_content_element wpb_content_element" ><span class="vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_l"><span class="vc_sep_line"></span></span><span class="vc_sep_holder vc_sep_holder_r"><span class="vc_sep_line"></span></span> </div></div></div></div></section><section class="vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1649998032210 vc_row-has-fill"><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"> <div class="wpb_video_widget wpb_content_element vc_clearfix vc_video-aspect-ratio-169 vc_video-el-width-100 vc_video-align-left" > <div class="wpb_wrapper"> <div class="wpb_video_wrapper"><iframe title="Dave on Interrogation Law" width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bjYsfcZKTeg?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div> </div> </div> </div></div></div><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"> <div class="wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_center wpb_content_element"> <figure class="wpb_wrapper vc_figure"> <a href="https://innocenceproject.org/historic-deception-bill-passes-illinois-legislature-banning-police-from-lying-to-youth-during-interrogations/" target="_blank" class="vc_single_image-wrapper vc_box_border_grey"><img width="485" height="375" src="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/WZ-NEWS-Website-Page-MASTER.png" class="vc_single_image-img attachment-full" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" title="WZ-NEWS-Website-Page-MASTER" srcset="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/WZ-NEWS-Website-Page-MASTER.png 485w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/WZ-NEWS-Website-Page-MASTER-300x232.png 300w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/WZ-NEWS-Website-Page-MASTER-120x93.png 120w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/WZ-NEWS-Website-Page-MASTER-81x63.png 81w" sizes="(max-width: 485px) 100vw, 485px" /></a> </figure> </div> </div></div></div></section> </div><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-consults-on-illinois-interview-legislation/">WZ Consults on Illinois Interview Legislation</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-consults-on-illinois-interview-legislation/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Press Release: David Thompson, CFI Announced as WZ President</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-david-thompson-cfi-announced-as-wz-president/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-david-thompson-cfi-announced-as-wz-president/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2021 21:59:14 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=10517</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-david-thompson-cfi-announced-as-wz-president/">Press Release: David Thompson, CFI Announced as WZ President</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="wpb-content-wrapper"><section class="vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1650078733487 vc_row-has-fill"><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"><div class="last-paragraph-no-margin"><h6>With sights set on the future, international training organization, WicklanderZulawski (WZ) is excited to announce Dave Thompson, CFI as President. “Dave has made a significant impact on our business in a relatively short period of time. He has been instrumental in our success through this pandemic and his proven leadership skills make him ideal to fill this role, building on our current and future successes,” said Shane Sturman, CFI, CPP. Sturman who has been at the helm of WZ for the past decade as President & CEO, will continue to oversee WZ as the organization’s CEO providing consistency to the leadership team and guidance to Thompson in his new role.</h6> <h5 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/WZ-PRESS-RELEASE-D.-Thompson-President-03.16.21-V1.0.pdf">Read the Full Press Release</a></h5> </div></div></div></div><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-6 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"> <div class="wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left wpb_content_element"> <figure class="wpb_wrapper vc_figure"> <div class="vc_single_image-wrapper vc_box_border_grey"><img width="1080" height="1080" src="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1.png" class="vc_single_image-img attachment-full" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" title="3" srcset="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1.png 1080w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1-300x300.png 300w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1-150x150.png 150w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1-768x768.png 768w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1-771x771.png 771w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1-120x120.png 120w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/3-1-81x81.png 81w" sizes="(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px" /></div> </figure> </div> </div></div></div></section> </div><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-david-thompson-cfi-announced-as-wz-president/">Press Release: David Thompson, CFI Announced as WZ President</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/press-release-david-thompson-cfi-announced-as-wz-president/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>WZ Interviewed for Marshall Project</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-interviewed-for-marshall-project/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-interviewed-for-marshall-project/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2020 22:11:21 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=10145</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-interviewed-for-marshall-project/">WZ Interviewed for Marshall Project</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="wpb-content-wrapper"><section class="vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1650080549446 vc_row-has-fill"><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-8 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"><div class="last-paragraph-no-margin"><h6 style="text-align: center;">Dave Thompson, CFI was interviewed for this article on remote interviewing from <a href="https://www.themarshallproject.org/2020/07/20/your-zoom-interrogation-is-about-to-start">The Marshall Project.</a></h6> <p><em>“It’s the way that detectives have extracted confessions from people forever: in a confined interrogation room, getting right up in the suspect’s face. But during a pandemic, being within six feet of a stranger—especially for a prolonged period of time in a small, under-ventilated space—can be deadly.</em></p> <p><em>That’s why police departments are rapidly changing how they conduct interrogations these days, according to a Marshall Project survey of police chiefs and investigators across the nation. Detectives in Philadelphia, Miami and elsewhere said they are increasingly conducting interviews of suspects, witnesses and victims out in the street and six feet apart, instead of indoors. In Clearwater, Florida, for instance, they’re often doing so in the parking lot outside of their station.”</em></p> </div></div></div></div><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-4 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"> <div class="wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_center wpb_content_element vc_custom_1650080743157"> <figure class="wpb_wrapper vc_figure"> <a href="https://www.themarshallproject.org/2020/07/20/your-zoom-interrogation-is-about-to-start" target="_blank" class="vc_single_image-wrapper vc_box_border_grey"><img width="225" height="225" src="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/download-1.png" class="vc_single_image-img attachment-full" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" title="download (1)" srcset="https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/download-1.png 225w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/download-1-150x150.png 150w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/download-1-120x120.png 120w, https://www.w-z.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/download-1-81x81.png 81w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" /></a> </figure> </div> </div></div></div></section> </div><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-interviewed-for-marshall-project/">WZ Interviewed for Marshall Project</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/wz-interviewed-for-marshall-project/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>CRU Report Takeaways</title> <link>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/cru-report-takeaways/</link> <comments>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/cru-report-takeaways/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Pattie Mathison]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2020 22:04:35 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.w-z.com/?post_type=portfolio&p=10142</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/cru-report-takeaways/">CRU Report Takeaways</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="wpb-content-wrapper"><section class="vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_custom_1650074869209 vc_row-has-fill"><div class="wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12 col-xs-mobile-fullwidth"><div class="vc_column-inner "><div class="wpb_wrapper"><div class="last-paragraph-no-margin"><p><em>On July 9, 2020, the Kings County District Attorney’s office published a remarkable report outlining their reflections on 20 cases that led to 25 exonerations of wrongly convicted people. The CRU, in partnership with the Innocence Project and the law firm of WilmerHale co-authored this report, <a href="https://www.innocenceproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/KCDA_CRUReport_v4r3-FINAL.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">“426 Years: An Examination of 25 Wrongful Convictions in Brooklyn, New York”.</a> </em></p> <p><em>As a <a href="https://www.certifiedinterviewer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Certified Forensic Interviewer</a>, and representative of <a href="https://www.w-z.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wicklander-Zulawski & Associates,</a> a leading international training firm that educates investigators on non-confrontational interviewing techniques, I thought it was imperative to support and share the results of this report with practitioners. Although this report is comprehensive and includes learnings from the entire process leading to wrongful convictions; the focus of this summary is specific to the interview process and false confessions. </em></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.w-z.com/2020/08/05/conviction-review-unit-report-key-takeaways/">Read the article on the WZ Blog</a></p> </div></div></div></div></section> </div><p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/cru-report-takeaways/">CRU Report Takeaways</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.w-z.com">Wicklander-Zulawski</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.w-z.com/portfolio/cru-report-takeaways/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>