October 14, 2025 — 16.00-17.00
ECA Security and Safety Workshop online (Oct. 14 - 2025)
This workshop is exclusively for representatives of ECA member casinos.
If you're employed by an ECA member casino and wish to receive registration details, please email

THE PROGRAMME
Please note: This program is subject to change. We encourage you to check back regularly for the most up-to-date information on this exciting event.
Tuesday 14, October
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16.00 - 16.20
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Introduction to Advanced Behavioural Detection Training Training program overview:
Drawing from over two decades of counter-terrorism and organised crime experience, John will explain how his training methodology delivers exceptional operational results. The program teaches participants to identify micro-expressions, recognise predictive behavioural patterns, and conduct effective security questioning while preserving customer experience. This training is designed for surveillance teams, security personnel, and customer-facing staff who want to elevate their threat detection capabilities. As one casino professional noted: "I will never look at people the same way after this course! There are so many things that we miss when it comes to judge and evaluate behaviour." |
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16.20 - 16.40
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Dallmeier Surveillance Solutions - Innovation in Casino Security |
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16.40 - 17.00
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Discussion regarding planning and programme for the Security and Safety Meeting at Casino Lugano, Switzerland, April 8 and 9 2026. |
The speakers

JOHN MATUS - Managing Director, bTAQ Consulting
About John Matus
John Matus is Managing Director of bTAQ Consulting, bringing over 20 years of distinguished experience as an Australian Federal Police (AFP) Federal Agent. His expertise spans counter-terrorism operations in South-East Asia, Russian organised crime investigation, and developing the AFP's Behavioural Assessment and Security Questioning Program.
Key qualifications include:
- Advanced training in Predictive Profiling and micro-expressions
- Operational courses with UK behavioural detection experts
- Training hundreds of police officers as Behavioural Detection Officers
- International project development for UAE Government Agencies
- 11 years protecting clients across casinos, security, police, hotel, maritime, transport, and retail sectors

ERASMUS SMIT - Head Business Development Manager Casino, Dallmeier
Erasmus Smit serves as Head Business Development Manager Casino at Dallmeier, bringing over 30 years of CCTV industry expertise with more than two decades focused on casino surveillance solutions. As a qualified electronic engineer, he has delivered bespoke security systems across South Africa, Australia, the United States, Europe, and Macau.
About Dallmeier
Dallmeier electronic, a German pioneer in video security technology since 1984, stands at the forefront of surveillance innovation. As the only manufacturer developing and producing its entire video security portfolio in Germany, Dallmeier delivers "Made in Germany" quality to the world's most prestigious venues. The company's solutions secure many of the world's largest casinos, stadiums, airports, and critical infrastructure facilities, combining cutting-edge technology with the highest standards of cybersecurity and data protection.
With over 40 years of expertise, Dallmeier has revolutionized the surveillance industry through innovations like the patented Panomera® multifocal sensor technology.