Spatial Analysis Etc is proud to announce that several of our instructors will be presenting at this year’s California Crime and Intelligence Analysis (CCIAA) Conference. The 2025 CCIAA conference will take place in Palm Springs, California, and is set to be one of the premier gatherings of crime and intelligence analysts on the West Coast.

This annual event brings together professionals from across the state and beyond. This conference offers a collaborative environment to exchange ideas, explore emerging trends, and share innovative tools and techniques in crime and intelligence analysis.

At Spatial Analysis Etc, our mission is to provide high-quality, real-world training in crime analysis. Our instructors are scheduled to present on a variety of topics that reflect their expertise and connection to what is relevant for the crime analysis community.

Presentations to Watch For

Our instructors will be delivering a diverse array of presentations covering topics such as:

• Real-Time Crime Analysis Strategies
  Learn how analysts play a vital role in dynamic, fast-paced operations that demand quick insights and strong coordination with law enforcement units with Real-Time Analysis in Action: Maximizing the Impact of Analysts Inside and Outside of an RTCC. Our latest instructors Darcy Jones and Rebecca Woolsey will be sharing their expertise about real-time crime operations.
• Traffic Collision Analysis
  Discover how to turn messy crash data into a targeted, data-driven collision reduction strategy with Dana Boss’ presentation From Collision Confusion to Clear Solutions.
• High Profile Investigations
  Learn about how analysts should be impacting high-profile investigations with Lorie Velarde’s presentation on The Crime Analyst’s Role in High Profile Investigations.
• Time Management
  Discover techniques to being a better time manager with Darcy Jones’ Time Flies: How to Manage it presentation.
• NIBRs Data Reporting
  Make sense of the National Incident-Based Reporting System with Rebecca Woolsey’s presentation on Navigating NIBRs: Foundational Knowledge and Practical Scenarios.
• Data Reporting and Dashboarding
  Streamline your workflow with Svetlana Gubin’s presentation on From Data Entry to Reporting & Dashboarding Through Microsoft Products.

Meet Our Instructors

Some of the Spatial Analysis Etc instructors presenting this year include:

• Lorie Velarde, expertise in tactical crime analysis and the spatial analysis of crime
• Dana Boss, certified DDACTS (Data Driven Approaches to Crime and Traffic Safety) Analyst
• Svetlana Gubin, business analyst with expertise in data acquisition, analysis, and visualization
• Darcy Jones, crime analysis program manager known for mentoring analysts and ensuring personal wellness
• Rebecca Woolsey, crime analysis supervisor with expertise in incident reporting and hiring standards

(Session times and conferenced agenda can be found here: 2025 CCIAA Conference.)

Join Us in Celebrating Analyst Excellence

We invite all CCIAA conference attendees to attend our sessions. We’d love for you to connect with our team and learn more about how Spatial Analysis Etc continues to shape the future of crime and intelligence analysis.  Whether you’re a seasoned analyst or new to the field, our instructors are ready to share practical knowledge so that you can make a difference. It’s time to sharpen your agency’s analytical edge. We can’t wait to meet and connect with you!