FOLLOW THE PATH OF FIGG
A 6-Part Webinar Series on Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy
The International Homicide Investigators Association (IHIA) presents Follow the Path of FIGG, a six-part webinar series designed to provide investigators, analysts, forensic professionals, and law enforcement leaders with a practical roadmap for implementing and utilizing Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) in criminal investigations.
This exclusive member benefit will explore the critical components of building, funding, managing, and sustaining a successful FIGG program through presentations from subject matter experts across the forensic and investigative communities.
Episode 1: Making FIGG Standard Practice -Integrating Genetic Genealogy Into Your Cold Case Team
Thursday, June 18, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Eastern
Ohio BCI's Cold Case Unit uses a multidisciplinary approach that brings together advanced forensic techniques, intelligence analysts, and experienced investigators to generate new leads in unsolved cases. In this session, BCI shares how their collaborative model strengthens case decisions, identifies the best next investigative steps across disciplines, and integrates FIGG as a standard tool. Designed for agencies looking to incorporate genetic genealogy into their existing cold case framework to improve outcomes for victims and families.
This session is ideal for agencies seeking to establish or expand their use of genetic genealogy and improve outcomes for victims and families.
Presenters:
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation
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Roger Davis (Biography)
- Special Agent-in-Charge, Investigative Services Division
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Dana Forney (Biography)
- Criminal Intelligence Director
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Hallie Dreyer (Biography)
- DNA Laboratory Supervisor
Registration Information:
This webinar series is available at no additional cost to active IHIA members.
To register, participants must be logged into their IHIA member profile.
Non-members wishing to participate may join the IHIA and gain access to this webinar series through an annual membership.
Annual IHIA Membership: $55
Applications submitted using an official government law enforcement email address are typically approved quickly for active law enforcement personnel.
TO WATCH THE WEBINAR:
After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email. Approximately one week before each webinar, GoTo Webinar will send a separate email containing the webinar access link and additional participation details.
Attend one webinar or follow the entire path. Each session builds on the last, providing a complete roadmap for developing and sustaining a successful FIGG program. Register once and you'll be enrolled for the entire series.
Additional episode details, speakers, and learning objectives will be released throughout the series.
Questions?
For questions regarding this webinar series, please contact:
Lt. Steve Lewis (Ret.) | Executive Director
slewis@ihia.org
