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WASHINGTON, D.C. — (March 5, 2026)  — The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT), the nation’s premier trade association dedicated to advancing public safety technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sara Weston, PMP, ENP, as its new Executive Director, effective March 23, 2026. A veteran leader in the public safety sector, Weston brings over 20 years of experience in Next Generation 911 (NG911) and a reputation for facilitating stakeholder engagement to drive consensus across complex technical and political landscapes. Weston joins iCERT at a critical juncture as the organization accelerates its mission to modernize emergency communications through increased technological innovation and effective advocacy. "Sara Weston is a bridge-builder whose career has been defined by her ability to develop and sustain partnerships across public safety, government, and private-sector organizations," said iCERT Board Chair Eric Hagerson.  "Her unique ability to align diverse interests—from federal policy makers to local practitioners—makes her the ideal person to champion the interests of our members and the broader emergency response community."   A Proven Track Record of Collaboration. Weston joins iCERT following a career built on nurturing relationships across the public safety communications ecosystem.  As the CEO of Sara Weston Consulting, LLC, she has been instrumental in shaping national 911 policy and advocating for critical technological advancements in emergency response, working with organizations like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s National 911 Program, the National Association of State 911 Administrators, and the NG911 Institute. As founder and executive director of 911der Women, Inc., Weston grew a professional network from inception to over 15,000 members in less than five years, demonstrating an unparalleled ability to engage and unite a national community toward a shared mission. Vision for iCERT.  Traditionally centered on 911, iCERT’s vision now encompasses the full spectrum of emergency response and public safety communications. This new strategic direction seeks to transform emergency response into an advanced, data-rich environment that improves public safety in every community. Executive Director Weston will spearhead this transition, fostering vital partnerships between the tech industry and the public safety community to ensure that innovation meets real-world needs. "I have spent my career at the intersection of technology and public safety, and I have seen firsthand that progress only happens when we work together," said Weston. "I am thrilled to lead iCERT and look forward to collaborating with our industry partners to ensure that our industry remains a vital partner to the public safety community that depends on us.” About iCERT.  Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) is the only industry trade association focused exclusively on emergency response technologies and related equipment, systems, services, and applications. iCERT’s mission is to improve public safety and emergency response by uniting leading technology companies in a collaborative effort to drive innovation, shape effective policy, and promote open standards.  For more information, please visit www.theindustrycouncil.org . Media Contact: Don Brittingham Interim Executive Director executivedirector@theindustrycouncil.org (410) 598-8678

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Dec. 18, 2025 iCERT Applauds “SUCCESS for BEAD Act” WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 18, 2025) – The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) strongly supports legislation introduced by Senator Roger Wicker (MS) and Senator Shelley Capito (WV) that would authorize the use of remaining funds under the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program for projects that would help to support the success of the broadband deployment projects funded by the program. The BEAD program is the largest federal investment in broadband infrastructure to date with its central mission to "bridge the digital divide" by ensuring every American has access to affordable, reliable, broadband communications. The “Supporting U.S. Critical Connectivity and Economic Strategy and Security for BEAD Act” (“SUCCESS for BEAD Act”) would support that goal by allowing any unused funds to be used to bolster investments in our nation’s telecommunications infrastructure and strengthen the leadership of the United States in critical and emerging technologies. iCERT believes that ensuring community safety and national security is the most critical infrastructure investment that Congress can make. Consequently, we strongly support the inclusion of Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG911) as an eligible use under the BEAD Program, as amended by the Act. Much of our nation’s 9-1-1 infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, is dangerously obsolete – less secure, increasingly unreliable, and expensive to maintain. Upgrading our nation’s emergency response infrastructure to NG911 is essential and fully aligns with the BEAD Program’s goals of supporting emerging broadband technologies and ensuring all parts of the country have access to advanced capabilities. Nationwide implementation of NG911 should be a national priority. We thank Senators Wicker and Capito for their work in advancing common sense amendments to the BEAD Program to achieve this goal, and we strongly encourage Congress to pass this important legislation. About iCERT Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) is the only industry trade association focused exclusively on emergency response technologies and related equipment, systems, services, and applications. iCERT’s mission is to improve public safety and emergency response by uniting leading technology companies in a collaborative effort to drive innovation, shape effective policy, and promote open standards. For more information, please visit www.theindustrycouncil.org Contact: Don Brittingham Interim Executive Director Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies, Inc. (410) 598-8678 executivedirector@theindustrycouncil.org www.TheIndustryCouncil.org # # #

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Dec 18, 2025 Esri Joins iCERT WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 18, 2025) – The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) has announced that Esri, a global market leader in location intelligence and mapping, has joined iCERT. Founded in 1969, Esri has been a pioneer in developing geographic information systems (GIS) that are becoming indispensable tools for modern emergency response and disaster management. During an emergency, these GIS platforms are used to fuse disparate data sources—such as real-time satellite imagery, sensor data, road closures, building footprints, and demographics—into a single operational map, allowing first responders to gain improved situational awareness. “GIS is critical to the future of emergency response,” said Don Brittingham, iCERT’s interim executive director. “Esri’s membership in iCERT is important to the organization’s ongoing efforts to drive continued innovations that will improve public safety.” “Esri is committed to using science and technology to help make our communities safer,” said Brooks Shannon, Esri’s Director of Emergency Communications Solutions. “Our relationship with iCERT will help us collaborate with industry leaders in an effort to integrate GIS more deeply and effectively with emergency response systems.” About iCERT Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) has a mission to improve public safety and emergency response by uniting leading technology companies in a collaborative effort to drive innovation, shape effective policy, and promote open standards. For more information, please visit www.theindustrycouncil.org . Contacts: Don Brittingham Interim Executive Director Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies, Inc. (410) 598-8678 executivedirector@theindustrycouncil.org www.TheIndustryCouncil.org # # #

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Dec. 8, 2025   iCERT Elects New Officers for 2026   WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 8, 2025)  – The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT), the nation's leading trade association exclusively representing commercial public safety technology and response companies, has elected its Board Officers, who will serve as the Executive Committee for 2026. Chair: Eric Hagerson, T-Mobile (through 2027) Vice Chair: James Potter, L3Harris (through 2026) Secretary: Al Brisard, Exacom (through 2027) Treasurer: Lisa Madden, Motorola Solutions (through 2026) Small Business Rep: Morgan O’Brien, Morgan O’Brien Associates (through 2027) Don Brittingham, iCERT’s interim executive director, congratulated the new officers and thanked each of iCERT’s board directors for their service to the organization: “Our organization is fortunate to have strong leaders who are committed to driving further innovation in the emergency response and public safety communications sectors.” About iCERT Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) is the only industry trade association focused exclusively on emergency response technologies and related equipment, systems, services, and applications. iCERT’s mission is to improve public safety and emergency response by uniting leading technology companies in a collaborative effort to drive innovation, shape effective policy, and promote open standards.  For more information, please visit www.theindustrycouncil.org .   Contact: Don Brittingham Interim Executive Director Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies, Inc. (410) 598-8678 executivedirector@theindustrycouncil.org   www.TheIndustryCouncil.org   # # #

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Nov. 20, 2025   GovWorx Joins iCERT   WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 20, 2025)  – The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) is pleased to announce that GovWorx, Inc. has joined iCERT as its latest member. GovWorx is a technology company that provides AI-powered Quality Assurance (QA), training, hiring and operational support solutions for public safety agencies.  Its responsible AI solutions assist 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Centers, and law enforcement agencies as well as Fire/EMS departments throughout the U.S. “AI has the potential to dramatically improve emergency response,” said Don Brittingham, iCERT’s interim executive director. “iCERT looks forward to working with GovWorx to ensure this goal is realized and that AI is implemented responsibly and effectively.” “Across public safety, the strength of our response depends on the strength of our people,” said Scott MacDonald, GovWorx CEO and Co-Founder. “GovWorx is focused on technology that helps our ECC’s develop and retain resilient, high-performing teams while leveraging AI to help automate the less important tasks. Partnering with iCERT allows us to advance that commitment across the entire public-safety community.” About iCERT Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) is the only industry trade association focused exclusively on emergency response technologies and related equipment, systems, services, and applications. iCERT’s mission is to improve public safety and emergency response by uniting leading technology companies in a collaborative effort to drive innovation, shape effective policy, and promote open standards.  For more information, please visit www.theindustrycouncil.org .   Contact: Don Brittingham Interim Executive Director Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies, Inc. (410) 598-8678 executivedirector@theindustrycouncil.org   www.TheIndustryCouncil.org   # # #

iCERT is looking for an action-oriented thought leader with a clear strategic vision for the future of emergency response services, systems, and technologies, to serve as its EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.    This is a full-time position. See the attached Job Description for more details.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 4, 2025) – The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) and INdigital jointly announced the election of INdigital’s Scott Cason to iCERT’s Board of Directors. Scott Cason, who recently joined INdigital as its Director of Government and Industry Relations, brings a wealth of experience from across the public safety ecosystem. He has served as Executive Director of the Missouri 911 Service Board, Executive Director of Crawford County E-911, and Vice President of Sales & Marketing for a public safety technology company. Scott’s depth of experience in emergency response allows him to understand 9-1-1 from the ground up, from the day-to-day experience of running a local center to the policy and funding challenges of state authorities and the technology solutions delivered by vendors. INdigital has been a leader in driving 9-1-1 innovation for nearly thirty years, advancing implementation of Next Generation 9-1-1 and providing service continuity solutions that ensure services are maintained when they are needed most. Scott’s breadth of experience in 9-1-1 will support this critical mission by helping states and 9-1-1 centers implement NG9-1-1 services that have reliability and resilience at the core. “INdigital is a leader in advancing 9-1-1 innovation for the benefit of our communities, and we are happy to welcome Scott as iCERT’s newest Board Director,” said Don Brittingham, iCERT’s interim executive director. “Scott’s broad perspective and the expertise of the entire INdigital team will help iCERT effectively address the ever-changing needs of the emergency response sector.” “Serving on the iCERT Board is an opportunity to continue advocating for the people and systems that keep our communities safe,” said Scott Cason, INdigital Director of Government and Industry Relations. “Having been on the front lines in a PSAP and worked at the state level, I’ve seen firsthand the real-world pressures our 9-1-1 professionals face and the critical need for technology that actually supports them. INdigital has always focused on building reliable, resilient solutions that meet those needs, not just check boxes on a spec sheet. I’m looking forward to bringing that perspective to iCERT and working collaboratively to help our industry move forward in practical, meaningful ways.” About iCERT Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) is the only industry trade association focused exclusively on emergency response technologies and related equipment, systems, services, and applications. iCERT’s mission is to improve public safety and emergency response by uniting leading technology companies in a collaborative effort to drive innovation, shape effective policy, and promote open standards. For more information, please visit www.theindustrycouncil.org . About INdigital Founded in 1995 by nine Indiana local exchange companies, INdigital is a leader in the development and operation of Next Generation 9-1-1 services. Since inception INdigital has invested in and built superior 9-1-1 networks and solutions including NG9-1-1, Text for 9-1-1, and the MEVO service continuity platform. Since implementing the first large scale IP-based public safety network in the US in 2004, INdigital has grown to provide NG9-1-1 services to over 100 million people in over 1,400 local 911 Emergency Communications Centers (ECC) throughout the United States and Canada. For more information, please visit INdigital.net Contacts: Don Brittingham Interim Executive Director Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies, Inc. (410) 598-8678 executivedirector@theindustrycouncil.org www.TheIndustryCouncil.org Laken Detweiler Brand Manager INdigital (260) 350-0898 LDetweiler@INdigital.net Home - INdigital # # #

Today, the Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) sent a letter to the Federal Communications Commission urging it to adopt new rules for using signal boosters in conjunction with public safety radio systems.  The letter supports a request made in July by the Safer Buildings Coalition (SBC), which noted that gaps in the current regulatory framework have led to poorly designed signal booster systems that often cause critical problems for public safety communications. iCERT intends to work with the FCC and the public safety industry to ensure that industrial signal boosters are used in a manner that ensures their effective use and with full consent of public safety licensees.

iCERT and APCO have jointly launched a new program designed to promote the effective, responsible implementation of AI capabilities in emergency response and public safety communications.  This new program will help to accelerate the implementation of advanced AI capabilities that will revolutionize emergency response by promoting improved response times, increased effectiveness, and greater coordination among emergency responders.  Stay tune for more information on this exciting program.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 2, 2025)  – iCERT and Eventide Communications jointly announced the election of Eventide’s Robin Moore to iCERT’s Board of Directors. Robin Moore brings a unique fusion of AI product development, public-safety technology, and end-user engagement to the iCERT board. At Eventide Communications, she supports the development and adoption of Critical Insights AI, an AI-driven platform that enhances quality assurance, analytics, and operational insight for emergency communications centers. Robin has led AI pilot implementations with end users, working across technical teams and frontline staff to ensure practical usability, data accuracy, and clear demonstration of value. As a member of iCERT’s Board of Directors, Robin will contribute a hands-on perspective on the development, deployment, and adoption of AI and technology tools in emergency communications environments. With experience navigating product lifecycles from ideation through pilot to launch, and speaking directly with telecommunicators, supervisors, and operational leaders, Robin is well-positioned to advocate for user-centered innovation, technical feasibility, and policy relevance in the public-safety sphere. “Eventide Communications is at the leading edge of AI-driven technologies that will revolutionize emergency response, and we are delighted to have Robin join the iCERT Board as Eventide’s representative,” said Don Brittingham, iCERT’s interim executive director. “Robin’s focus on AI product development and her hands-on approach will make her an exceptional leader in helping to guide iCERT into the future.”     About iCERT Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT) is the only industry trade association focused exclusively on emergency response technologies and related equipment, systems, services, and applications. iCERT’s mission is to improve public safety and emergency response by uniting leading technology companies in a collaborative effort to drive innovation, shape effective policy, and promote open standards.    About Eventide Communications For over 50 years, Eventide Communications has developed and produced innovative recording technologies within the USA. With over 9,000 installations in 82 countries and counting, Eventide’s Linux-based NexLog DX-Series recorders are trusted worldwide for reliability and security. Their latest innovation, Critical Insights AI, gives public safety answering points a comprehensive suite of artificial intelligence tools to automate processes and optimize resources. Whether it’s public safety, air traffic control, healthcare, or defense, Eventide gives your team the technology needed to cut through the noise and capture clarity in data communications.   Contacts: Don Brittingham Interim Executive Director Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies, Inc. (410) 598-8678 executivedirector@theindustrycouncil.org www.TheIndustryCouncil.org   Robin Moore AI Program Coordinator Eventide Communications LLC (206) 799-0246 RMoore@EventideCommunications.com www.EventideCommunications.com

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 18, 2025) – The Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies (iCERT), founded in 2005 as the 9-1-1 Industry Alliance, is celebrating 20 years of driving innovation in emergency response. Created by three prominent business leaders with a vision to unite companies serving the emergency response sector, the organization was founded on a shared commitment to drive innovation through collaboration with others in the industry and the broader public safety community. Today, we reaffirm our strong commitment to advancing 9-1-1 services, while also setting a new course to address the emerging needs of public safety communications. “iCERT remains committed to the nationwide deployment of advanced, interoperable, and secure Next Generation 9-1-1 systems,” said iCERT Chairman Eric Hagerson of T-Mobile. “However, looking ahead, we will also focus on other technologies that will shape the future of public safety communications and emergency response, such as mission-critical communications for first responders, cybersecurity, and Geographic Information Systems.” One area of special interest to iCERT and its members is Artificial Intelligence (AI). Recognizing that over 90% of business leaders see AI as critical to their success, iCERT believes the technology will revolutionize emergency response by boosting efficiency and improving data analysis. iCERT is developing a program to address how AI can benefit emergency responses services, while also ensuring responsible implementation. The program will be based on a foundation of collaboration with the public safety community, and iCERT hopes to actively engage key public safety organizations in the effort. “iCERT will continue its long tradition of collaboration with our industry colleagues, the broader public safety community, and with policymakers at all levels,” stressed iCERT Vice Chairman James Potter of L3Harris. “At iCERT, we believe we are most effective when we Empower Public Safety, Together ." Stay tuned for more news on this important program and other ways iCERT will drive further innovation in emergency response, enhancing community safety and national security.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 5, 2025)  – Today, a coalition representing state and local government leaders, industry professionals, and tens of thousands of 9-1-1 first responders sent a letter to members of the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee  urging federal investment in Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG911) technology to replace outdated emergency communications infrastructure across the country. Despite years of bipartisan support for using Federal Communications Commission spectrum auction revenues to fund NG911, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) recently passed by the U.S. House includes no such provisions.   “Current 9-1-1 systems rely on technologies that are decades old,” the letter states. “These systems are less reliable, less secure, and more challenging to maintain while attempting to meet the expanding needs of emergency responders and citizens who need their help.”   The groups acknowledge the bill’s goal of cutting federal spending but emphasize that modernizing the nation’s 9-1-1 infrastructure is a matter of national defense and public safety. While the House bill does prioritize spending increases for the military, border security, and air traffic control, it does not include any resources for the first and most critical link in the public safety chain in every local community: 9-1-1.   The signatories also warned that today’s outdated systems leave communities vulnerable to cyberattacks and are inadequate in responding to overwhelming threats such as terrorism and natural disasters.   The letter also drew comparisons to other recent failures in government technology infrastructure, such as the FAA’s outdated systems, and cautioned that the cost of inaction on 9-1-1 modernization could be measured in lives lost.   “The time to act is now—our communities cannot afford any further delay in building a safer, more resilient 9-1-1 system,” the groups conclude.    The signatories are:   APCO International iCERT- Industry Council for Emergency Response Technologies NASNA-National Association of State 911 Administrators NENA: The 9-1-1 Association     MEDIA CONTACTS: NENA: PR@NENA.org APCO: Lisa Inkley at inkleyl@apcointl.org