This one-day course is designed to provide an understanding the Arab and Muslim cultural mindset as they relate to contemporary Middle East issues. The instructor, Jon Taaballe, was born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon. He came to the United States and obtained a Master's degree in Marketing from UCLA. He has worked in the banking industry and export business. He is currently a consultant for the Federal Bureau of Investigations, a translator, an analyst, and a lecturer. The insight shared by Mr. Taaballe will provide commanders of tactical teams, EOC/ICS commanders, emergency managers, and fire service commanders a deeper understanding of how to prepare and respond to potential threats that originate outside their borders or their cultural understanding.