John LaPlaca is CEO of Altaris Consulting Group, LLC, a firm specializing in emergency planning and preparedness in K-12 schools. Altaris works with schools to develop their capacity to prevent and when necessary, successfully respond to virtually any crisis. Journalists from various media outlets utilize John as a source for insights on prominent crises in our nation?s educational institutions and communities. From commentary on incidents of school violence, intruders on school campuses, natural disasters and emergency management in schools, John provides expert analysis and the type of insightful commentary journalist desire.