Maryland Investigators and Security Association Inc.

MISA Annual Meeting – December 13, 2011

Kathy — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 03:03:18 +0000

The MISA Annual meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the HUNAN MANOR CHINESE RESTAURANT.

We will be holding the elections for the 2012 Board. You will soon be receiving an Election Ballot. Please make every effort to attend this important meeting.

SPEAKER: Mr. John S. Reginaldi, Regional Liaison Officer, National Capital Region, Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)

TOPIC: Security Lighting and recent efforts to limit lighting thereby decreasing security and safety to the public and other safety issues

Mr. Reginaldi is back by popular demand. He is a wealth of knowledge. It will be worth your time to hear all he has to say.

MENU:.

APPETIZERS:

1) EGGROLLS

2) BBQ’ED SPARE RIBS

ENTREES:

1) HONEY SESAME CHICKEN

2) WALNUT SHRIMP

3) BEEF WITH MIXED VEGETABLES

4) SUPREME CRISPY EGGPLANT

5) HOUSE COMBO FRIED RICE

The cost per meal is $25. To RSVP, please contact Bob Hoffman at 410-977-6613 or checkmt@attglobal.net

MISA Annual Meeting – Save the Date -12-13-2011

Kathy — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 20:18:06 +0000

Please mark your calendar for the MISA Annual Meeting on December 13, 2011 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Hunan Manor Restaurant in Columbia. More to be announced soon. You won’t want to miss this one!

Save The Date – October 11, 2011 MISA Meeting

Kathy — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:00:05 +0000

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 11, 2011 from 6 to 9 p.m. for the next MISA meeting. Expect good food, follow-up information from MSP Licensing Division and a great speaker, Kim Burns from MBRG, and more.
Our last meeting was excellent and we’re on a roll. Some of you may remember Kim Burns as a former lobbyist for MISA. She is currently President of Maryland Business for Responsive Government, a statewide, nonpartisan, political research and education organization that works to improve Maryland’s business climate. Bring a notepad as Kim always has something valuable to share.
It is time for nominations for the 2012 Board. Is it your time to get involved in MISA? How can MISA help your business? Bring your ideas, suggestions and questions to the table.
Location: Hunan Manor in Columbia
Menu: TBA
Cost: $30
RSVP to Bob Hoffman at 410-977-6613.

Reminder – Tonight’s MISA Meeting and MSP

Kathy — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:23:08 +0000

The next MISA meeting will occur on Tuesday, 09-13-2011 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Hunan Manor of Columbia Chinese Restaurant located at 7091 Deepage Drive, Columbia, MD 21045.
The speaker will be Sgt. Jeff Pettitt the current supervisor of the Security Guard Agency and Private Detective Agency Unit of the Maryland State Police Licensing Division. Lt. Jerry Beason, the new Commander of the Licensing Division will also be speaking. Capt. Tom Williams (ret), Director, Planning and Research for the Department of the State Police is expected to attend.
Topic: What’s New At The Licensing Division
Bring your questions and ideas to share.
For reservations, please contact Bob Hoffman at 410-977-6613 .
For Directions: Hunan Manor

P. I. David Mink of Rhode Island Needs Your Help

Kathy — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:02:13 +0000

Last week longtime private investigator and industry leader David Mink was involved in a tragic motorcycle accident. He has suffered severe spinal injuries and remains hospitalized. Soon he will be transferred to a rehabilitation center in Boston, over an hour from his home, for an undetermined length of time. We have also learned that David’s daughter, Ali, has been battling brain cancer and underwent another brain surgery the day after David’s accident.

David’s impact on the professional investigator community has been profound. He has held many leadership positions and has impacted many of our lives over the years. We are very concerned for David and his family.

David owns a successful firm in Rhode Island. Efforts are underway to coordinate a local and national cadre of licensed investigators to step in and work pro bono until David recovers. We ask that you consider a financial donation of one hour of your billable time to this fine and gracious man. Cards and checks can be mailed to the office address, 111 Airport Road, Suite 6, Warwick, RI 02889,or please click the following link for credit card/Paypal instructions:

PAYPAL
Please remember David and his family in your prayers. If you have any questions, you may reach the family at Mink Family. On behalf of the private detective and security community, thank you in advance for your generosity.

MSP Speakers at 9/13/2011 MISA Meeting

Kathy — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 23:13:01 +0000

We are pleased to announce that Sgt. Jeff Pettitt, the current supervisor of the Security Guard Agency and Private Detective Agency unit of the Maryland State Police Licensing Division, will be speaking at the next MISA Meeting. Please RSVP to Bob Hoffman at 410-977-6613. Seating is limited so reserve early for this important meeting.

MISA September Meeting – Save the Date

Kathy — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:47:35 +0000

The next MISA general meeting will be on Tuesday, September 13, 2011. Networking and preliminaries begin at 6:00 PM with dinner being served at about 7:00 PM. Details concerning the menu and guest speaker will be forthcoming. Please contact Bob Hoffman to reserve a seat at 410-977-6613.

Maryland General Assembly 2011 Session Closed

Kathy — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 02:55:18 +0000

Here is the final tally for the 2011 Legislative Session in Maryland. 2011 Legislative Wrapup

The Job Applicant Fairness Act did pass so those of you engaged in pre-employment background checks may want to read the actual law that takes effect on October 1, 2011.

SB 139/HB 402 – Family Law – Grounds for Absolute Divorce changed the time for separation before an Absolute decree may be issued. It eliminated the two year time period and changed it to 12 months. Read the actual bills for more details. This will take effect on October 1, 2011.

A number of other bills passed that you may want to be aware of concerning handguns, domestic violence, sexual offenses, taxes, and more. Please review the link above. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

Kathy Morris

MISA Power Networking Mixer

Kathy — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 02:04:49 +0000

Be Careful Out There

Kathy — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 04:03:18 +0000

According to an article on Newsleader.com dated 3/8/2011, Harrisonburg, VA private detective Arthur Gregory Brown has been murdered. Our condolences to Mr. Brown’s family and friends. The circumstances are not yet clear, but the suspect may have been related to a domestic case.
There is a reward for information concerning the location of the suspect.
It is important to note, as always, that ours is a profession that comes with risk….we’re in the business of discovering activities that people don’t want known or don’t want to be resolved. That can lead to danger. In the words of Sgt. Phil Esterhaus, “Hey, let’s be careful out there.”
See the complete article at Newsleader.com
Arthur G. Brown, 50
Arthur Gregory Brown, 50, of Harrisonburg, died Thursday, March 3, 2011. Greg was born on Sept. 10, 1960, in Michigan. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert H. Brown Sr., and sister, Julia Ann Pelligrini.

He is survived by his wife, Debbie Day Brown and his children, Jared G. Brown and William A. Zampini IV, Angela Lauterback, Billie Jean Zampini and Christine K. Zampini; and his mother, Patricia H. Brown. Additional family include a precious grandson, Jamen Jose Mendez; one brother, Robert H. Brown Jr.; a sister, Leslie Lynn Brown; a nephew, North Brown and nieces, Tina Good and Kristy Judson

Greg attended Destiny Christian Center in Harrisonburg and worked in store management for many years and in 2008 started his own private investigation business. He was an active member of the Republican Party. He enjoyed so much playing basketball at the Recreation Center with all the guys. Also, his interest in cars of all kinds served as one of his true passions throughout the years. He was known by all who knew him as a faithful husband, devoted father and grandfather and friend.

Greg loved and cherished his family with an unbridled passion. He approached every aspect of his life with enthusiasm; every situation was an opportunity to achieve a higher level of accomplishment. He challenged himself and others to reach beyond their limits. He never missed an opportunity to bring a smile to another person’s day. Greg was an amazing man who enriched every single life he touched.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, 2011, at the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel in Harrisonburg with Pastor John Senters officiating. A reception will be held following the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Greg Brown Memorial Fund, in care of Mosaic Credit Union at 31 South Carlton St., Harrisonburg, VA 22801.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at Kygers Funeral Home..