About
About Us
The HTCIA was formed to provide education and collaboration to our global members for the prevention and investigation of high tech crimes.
As such, we are an organization that aspires to help all those in the high technology field by providing extensive information, education, collective partnerships, mutual member benefits, astute board leadership and professional management.
The HTCIA is a registered 501(c)(03) not-for-profit. The association’s status can be verified HERE.
The HTCIA is an organization for investigators, not an investigative agency. Victims seeking investigative help should contact local authorities or visit https://safeescape.org/ for more resources.
Mission and Vision
Our Mission:
HTCIA is the premier global professional organization providing individuals utilizing investigative techniques and technology with innovative networking and training.
Our Vision:
- To support the personal and professional growth of our members through all phases of their high-tech investigation career
- To support innovation and collaboration in the field across the academic, law enforcement, government, private industry, and legal communities
- To expand the reach of HTCIA
Core Values
- Values the Truth uncovered within digital information and the effective techniques used to uncover that Truth, so that no one is wrongfully convicted.
- Values the Security of our society and its citizens through the enforcement of our laws and the protection of our infrastructure and economies.
- Values the Integrity of its members and the evidence they expose through common investigative and computer forensic best practice.
- Values the Trusted network of forensic and investigative professionals who share our values and our vision.
- Values the Confidentiality of its membership and the information, skills and techniques they share within the association.
Our History
The High Technology Cyber Investigation Association (HTCIA) was founded in 1986 in response to the limited training and resources available for law enforcement to investigate the growing high technology industry.
Since its inception, the HTCIA has grown into a worldwide organization with chapters all over the world.
Dedicated to providing training and resources on high technology crime investigating for its members, the HTCIA holds a number of seminars, summits and conferences every year, including its flagship International Conference.
Past Presidents
- 2024-2025 - Denis Roussel (Ottawa Chapter)
- 2022-2023 - Warren Kruse (New York Metro Chapter)
- 2017 - Steve Branigan (Northeast Chapter)
- 2016 - Peter Morin (Atlantic Canada Chapter)
- 2015 - Shadi Hayden (Silicon Valley Chapter)
- 2014 - Jimmy Garcia (Southern California Chapter)
- 2013 - Tom Quilty (Silicon Valley Chapter)
- 2012 - Ron Wilczynski (Northern California Chapter)
- 2011 - Duncan Monkhouse (Ottawa Chapter)
- 2010 - Todd Shipley (Silicon Valley Chapter)
- 2009 - Mark McLaughlin (Silicon Valley Chapter)
- 2008 - Arthur Bowker (Ohio Chapter)
- 2007 - Anthony Reyes (Northeast Chapter)
- 2006 - Michael Menz (Northern California Chapter)
- 2005 - Warren Kruse (Northeast Chapter)
- 2004 - Cynthia Navarro (Silicon Valley Chapter)
- 2003 - Anthony Gentilucci (New England Chapter)
- 2002 - Lee Curtis (Silicon Valley Chapter)
- 2001 - Sean Walsh (Northeast Chapter)
- 2000 - James Murray (Midwest Chapter)
Committees
The HTCIA includes a number of committees involved in maintaining and improving the organization.
International Executive Committee (IEC)
2024/2025 IEC Officers:
President – Denis Roussel (Ottawa Chapter)
First Vice President – Jessica Hyde (New York Metro-Northeast Chapter)
Second Vice President – Tony Knutson (Minnesota Chapter)
Treasurer – Kristen Scott (Mid-Atlantic Chapter)
Secretary – Gilles Racine (Ottawa Chapter)
Contact Us
The HTCIA International Office team is operated by Barcami Lane, Inc.
- David Ehrlich – Executive Director
- Juliette Avery – Program Coordinator