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Evolv Technology Announces Release of the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security Operational Exercise Report 

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Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV, “Evolv”), the global leader in weapons detection security screening, today announced the results of a rigorous exercise of its Evolv Express® artificial intelligence (AI) based weapons detection system conducted by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4).  

Criteria and focus areas for this exercise were developed in cooperation with the NCS4.  Marketed capabilities, industry best practices, and security standards were used as the basis for determining exercise requirements. The exercise evaluation team consisted of professional sports, major events, and public assembly site representatives. The NCS4 exercise program follows principles espoused by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) validation programs meant to assist with objective and quantitative reviews of available commercial systems and solutions. 

Evolv Express was exercised in October 2021 in a real-world environment at Lower.com Field, home of the Columbus, Ohio-based Columbus Crew major league soccer team. Operational capabilities were demonstrated by functional areas including: weapons vs personal items, walkthrough speed and crowd volume, operational performance and the analytics used to improve security and the crowd experience. 

 Evolv Express Identifies Critical Security Threats 

 NCS4 scores solutions on a scale of 0 to 3 based on the following criteria:  

  • 3.0: Solution meets requirements and there are no recommendations for improvement.  
  • 2.0: Solution meets requirements yet there are some recommendations for improvement.  
  • 1.0: Solution partially meets requirements. 
  • 0.0: Solutions fails to meet requirements. 

Overall, Evolv Express earned a score of 2.84. This score reflects that, on average, Evolv Express met the criteria established for this exercise. Additional key findings from NCS4’s exercise of Evolv Express include: 

“The NCS4 Operational Exercise Report for Evolv Express provides third party support of what hundreds of customers and over 200 million visitors already know from their personal experience: that Evolv Express offers an unmatched combination of high-performance weapons detection, low false alarm rates, high throughput, and unique operational insights that both keep visitors from our customers safe and improve their experience.  Together with our operational expertise and training, Evolv Express exemplifies a new standard in security screening,” said Peter George, CEO, Evolv Technology. 

To download the NCS⁴ report, please visit this link.  

About Evolv Technology 

Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) is a leader in weapons detection for security screening, securing the world’s most iconic venues and companies. Its mission is enabling a better experience and better security for venues, creating a safer world to work, learn, and play by transforming physical security to make everywhere safer. It gives sports fans, theme park visitors, concertgoers, shoppers, employees, students, and others peace of mind so that they can gather without fear of violence. Its security screening has scanned more than 200 million people, second only to the Department of Homeland Security’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the United States, and its technology combines powerful, advanced sensors with proven artificial intelligence (AI), security ecosystem integrations, and comprehensive venue analytics to reliably detect threats 10 times faster than traditional metal detectors.  

Evolv Technology, Evolv Express®, Evolv Insights™, and Evolv Cortex AI™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Evolv Technologies, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. 

For more information, visit https://evolvtechnology.com. 

Forward-looking Statements  

Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking” statements and information, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that relate to our current expectations and views of future events. In some cases, these forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, some of which are beyond our control. In addition, these forward-looking statements reflect our current views with respect to future events or our Company’s performance and are not a guarantee of future performance. Actual outcomes may differ materially from the information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including, without limitation, the risk factors set forth in our prospectus, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on September 3, 2021, and other documents filed with or furnished to the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 that we intend to file with the SEC on or before March 30, 2022. These statements reflect management’s current expectations regarding future events and operating performance and speak only as of the date of this press release. You should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. 

 

Contacts 

Media Contact: 

Fitzgerald Barth 

fbarth@evolvtechnology.com  

 

Investor Contact: 
Brian Norris  
bnorris@evolvtechnology.com   

  

NCS⁴ and Evolv Express®

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I’ve really enjoyed working with the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS⁴) on the recently released Operational Exercise for Evolv Express®. In this post I’d like to summarize the results and offer some additional perspective that should help put the results in the proper context.

Key Findings:

The operational exercise incorporated forty-one functional areas, with Express earning an overall composite score of 2.84. This score reflects that, on average, Express met the criteria established for this exercise. In fact, overall, Express performed very well. Scores in the categories evaluated during the exercise are presented below. It’s important to note that, as a practice, Evolv does not publicly share any details that could compromise our customer’s security process. Therefore, specific details such as actual weapon makes and models, images, etc. are not included here, but we do share this sensitive information with our customers privately in a responsible manner.

Real-World Environment:

One of the great things about the NCS⁴ Operational Exercise process is that they strive to evaluate products in real world environments. In the case of Express, the evaluation happened during entrance screening for a Columbus Crew match at Lower.com Field in Columbus, Ohio. It was a cold night. The systems were outside. Express was the only system in place, covering weapons screening at all entrances. The security staff were the same people who would staff any other event. There was no special briefing, training or system tweaks in effect.

The fact is, technology, environmental conditions, architectural structures, conops, and staff training are all important factors that affect screening effectiveness. It’s possible to eliminate many or all of the problematic factors in a controlled environment. It’s not possible to do that in a real-world environment, and that’s why I’m so proud of these Express results from NCS⁴.

Authentic Evaluators:

Although NCS⁴ is part of the University of Southern Mississippi, their approach is anything but academic. NCS⁴ recruits third party evaluators who are seasoned security professionals and have been personally accountable for security screening. NCS⁴ selects new evaluators for each operational exercise, so they have a fresh perspective and are looking at each solution in the context of the venue where it is being tested.

In the case of the Express exercise, the evaluators were a retired U.S. Secret Service Special Agent in Charge, a Security Representative for an organization that produces live events, and a Security Representative for professional baseball, soccer, and hockey. Evolv didn’t get to pick these evaluators.

I truly believe that the Express evaluators are solid proxies for the typical Express buyer. They had the same questions and “show me” attitude that we love to see in our customers. I learned a lot from them and appreciated their suggestions for ways we can both improve our product and better train our customers to get the best possible results. We’re always learning and working to improve.

Beyond Sports:

While it’s true that NCS⁴ is focused on the security needs of the sports industry, I believe that security professionals in other industries can also gain important insights from these results. While it is true that the conops are different at every facility, the fact that Express performed so well in the high-volume, high-pressure sports environment should be a good sign. I’m not saying that Express is a perfect fit for every facility. But if it can work at a major stadium, it is definitely worth having the conversation about smaller facilities.

Summary:

We at Evolv Technology feel confident that these NCS⁴ results provide third party validation of what hundreds of customers and over 200 million visitors already know from their personal experience: that Express offers an unmatched combination of high-performance weapons detection, low false alarm rates, high throughput, unique operational insight, and an awesome visitor experience.

I am really looking forward to working with our customers to sort through what the NCS⁴ evaluation findings could mean for their facilities. I also can’t wait to see how our future products perform in the NCS⁴ process. Having a trusted, fully independent third party available to stress test our product in real-world environment is an incredibly valuable asset. It will push us to always be doing more to make people safe, and that’s something I can always get excited about.

To access the NCS⁴ Executive Summary click here, and please request the full report, here.

GiveEvolv Selects Fayette County Schools as Inaugural Grant Recipient of Evolv Weapons Screening Systems 

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National Program Provides West Virginia School District Evolv Screening Systems to Help Ensure Student and Staff Safety 

Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV), the leader in weapons detection security screening, today announced Fayette County Schools in Fayetteville, West Virginia is the first recipient of the GiveEvolv grant program. Fayette County Schools will receive three Evolv Express® weapons screening systems that will be installed at Oak Hill High School, Oak Hill Middle School, and Fayetteville PK-8. 

“Throughout all Fayette County Schools, we are committed to fostering a learning environment where everybody feels included, safe and respected. We proactively pursued the GiveEvolv program so that our students, staff, their families, and everybody who enters our buildings comes into a safe environment focused on the education and development of our next generation,” said Gary Hough, associate superintendent, Fayette County Schools. 

GiveEvolv was established in September 2021 to further accelerate Evolv’s mission in making the world a safer place to work, learn and play. The program was created to donate Evolv Express at no cost to public schools. GiveEvolv’s goal is to help keep students and educators across the country safe and focused on teaching and learning.  

GiveEvolv is led by Chairman, Kevin Charlton, a member of Evolv’s Board of Directors, and CEO of NewHold Investment Corp., and the organization receives advice and guidance from a diverse and well-respected Advisory Board. The Advisory Board reviews and votes on submissions from potential donees, with priority given to schools that are most affected by the threat of weapons violence. Several times each year, GiveEvolv will donate a number of Evolv Express systems to a school or district in need. Initial funding for GiveEvolv was provided by NewHold Investment Corp. 

”Evolv is committed to making the world a safer place – this mission particularly extends to our public schools, where gun violence is an all-too-common tragedy,” said Kevin Charlton, Chairman, GiveEvolv and CEO of NewHold Investment Corp. “GiveEvolv was created to accelerate this mission to schools in need. We are proud to be making our first gift to the Fayette County Schools, to help keep students and staff safer and focused on learning and teaching.”

Today, a press conference will be held at 12:00 ET at Oak Hill High School to introduce the Evolv Express to parents, students, staff, local law enforcement, and the community at large. At the demonstration, media will be able, to experience the system, talk with school administrators, parents, students, local law enforcement, GiveEvolv Advisory Board members and Evolv executives about the technology and its deployment at schools throughout the County.  

To learn more about GiveEvolv and the grant application process, please visit GiveEvolv on the Evolv website.. 

About Evolv Technology 

Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) is a leader in weapons detection for security screening, securing the world’s most iconic venues and companies. Its mission is enabling a better experience and better security for venues, creating a safer world to work, learn, and play by transforming physical security to make everywhere safer. It gives sports fans, theme park visitors, concertgoers, shoppers, employees, students, and others peace of mind so that they can gather without fear of violence. Its security screening has scanned more than 200 million people, second only to the Department of Homeland Security’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the United States, and its technology combines powerful, advanced sensors with proven artificial intelligence (AI), security ecosystem integrations, and comprehensive venue analytics to reliably detect threats 10 times faster than traditional metal detectors.  

Evolv Technology, Evolv Express®, Evolv Insights™, and Evolv Cortex AI™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Evolv Technologies, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. 

For more information, visit https://evolvtechnology.com. 

Forward-looking Statements  

Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking” statements and information, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that relate to our current expectations and views of future events. In some cases, these forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, some of which are beyond our control. In addition, these forward-looking statements reflect our current views with respect to future events or our Company’s performance and are not a guarantee of future performance. Actual outcomes may differ materially from the information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including, without limitation, the risk factors set forth in our prospectus, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission(the “SEC”) on September 3, 2021, and other documents filed with or furnished to the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 that we intend to file with the SEC on March 25, 2022. These statements reflect management’s current expectations regarding future events and operating performance and speak only as of the date of this press release. You should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. 

Q&A: Security Expert Jin Kim

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We sat down with advisory board member Jin Kim to discuss the role technology will play in security and how workplaces should plan for the new risk environment in 2022 and beyond. What we learned: we should anticipate – and plan for – a continuation of (or even a rise in) the high levels of violence we’ve been seeing across the country.

For a bit of background, Jin is widely recognized as a subject matter expert in active shooter and targeted violence attacks. He retired from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in 2018 and is a twenty-three-year veteran of the FBI’S New York Division. He served as the Active Shooter Coordinator on the Crisis Management Unit and was the leading authority directing active shooter & workplace violence preparedness, resiliency, and training, for the FBI and its corporate and private sector partnerships.

Today, he provides consultation, substantive training, and expert witness services to leading corporations and businesses, financial and banking institutions, K-12 schools and higher education universities, hospitals/healthcare facilities, professional sports teams & sporting venues, hotels, non-profit organizations, and public safety departments.

Jin is the Founder & Principal of the PerSec Academy, LLC, specializing in Active Shooter and Workplace Violence Resiliency Training and Management.

Q. What can we expect the next 12 months to bring?

A.  Based on the unprecedented risk landscape we’re all facing today, sadly the up-tempo and increase public violence will continue. The underlying factors and ramifications of COVID has brought a whole new realm and spectrum of risk in our society, which has been driven by a shift in how people have been affected and ultimately what pushes some people past their breaking point, and towards violence. What’s behind that shift? I think all the uncertainty and challenges brought on by the past two years – the economy and loss of jobs/income, isolation and mental health/social wellness, increased anxiety are common stressors that are manifesting towards alarming violence.

As a result of our modern complexities in which we find ourselves, the threats and risks themselves will become more complex.

Q. How are organizations shifting how they think about risk?

A. Let’s first look at this through the lens of the education industry. We are seeing a dramatic rise in people exhibiting inappropriate and threatening behavior in and around schools. From remote learning and mask mandates to critical race theory, schools have become battle grounds for the tensions that have boiled over within the country. Now, schools and school districts have to continuously think about that individual(s) – who probably didn’t care about the school board two years ago – who might now pose as a safety risk to school personnel.

Not only are we witnessing a sharp rise in the number of threats, but they are coming from people and places where previously they would not, such as social media disruption campaigns. How do you plan and manage for threats that are indirect and vague? That’s the challenge education is facing right now. They are forced to think about and plan for the risks they might not even be able to identify, which is extremely challenging and complex.

Q. Why are we seeing so much violence now?

A. I think people forget how significant it’s been in the US over the past 55 years; some of our most tragic incidents were well before Columbine in 1999. One significant change since Columbine is that we have a news cycle that never stops. No matter what time of day or night it is, you can turn on the radio, TV or go online and you will be able to find daily reporting about the latest shooting or gun violence attack.

One thing this post-Columbine period has ushered in is an era where at-risk or potential actors are inspired and validated by each other. There is an unfortunate volume of past incidents from which they can learn and study. I think collectively we vastly underestimate offenders and the segment of our population that are at-risk and become prone to the pathway to violence. Until we can understand and accept that they are among us in our everyday routine and intervene prior to the violent act, this problem will never go away.

Q: Do you think we’ll see adoption of security protocols and procedures where there previously was hesitance?

A. Absolutely. There is a sense of urgency based on this new spectrum of risk. Organizations and businesses across industries are, in a sense, prioritizing measures that mitigate the risk of an active shooter incident. This awareness and acceptance that no institution or industry is exempt from this modern-day threat has accelerated a contemporary view of safety and security measures, from entrance screening to active shooter training.

Q: Is there an industry that stands out as needing to rethink its security posture?

A: I think retail is poised to make some drastic changes and upgrades to how they address the safety and security within their stores. For them, I think it will start from a place of understanding what modern-day threat is – leveraging data and technology to establish and maintain a macro landscape of where and how threats enter their space. Understand the volume and frequency of firearms being introduced into retail space can certainly help design and implement modern-day safety strategies that addresses their unique environment.

Q: What do businesses need to be thinking about? 

A: There are two types of threats: insider and outsider. Many organizations try to prevent outsiders from coming in, when the reality is, most of the incidents are conducted by insiders, such as a current or former employee or student. In many of these cases, the offender has no exit strategy after the attack. They are consumed and propelled to the attack and not concerned with the consequences of their actions, and go in with the goal of leaving as much damage and destruction in their wake as possible.

Being aware of the outsider vs. insider threat and the factors that may lead to violence, management and human resources (HR) has a critical role in de-escalating conflict and intervening in the workplace. The risks workplaces face today are becoming more complex for and require enterprise-wide synergy and collaboration. Having only traditional access control security measures without proactively managing internal conflict between employees, for example, creates a risk vulnerability which a disgruntled individual can leverage.

I anticipate – and am already seeing in my consulting work and active shooter expert witness services – executives of businesses of all sizes and industries very concerned with the safety of their offices, employees, vendors and customers, as they plan to return to the office and physical environment. And employees are driving this concern. Where it used to be (if at all) a line item in the budget, it is now becoming a regular operational priority amongst executives to make every effort to proactively manage the evolving and modern-day risk landscape.

 

To read more about Jin, visit his LinkedIn or follow him on Twitter.

Whitepaper: World’s First AI-enabled Integrated Weapons Detection and Screening System for Healthcare Organizations

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Challenges

Healthcare organizations experience workplace violence more than any other industry. Hospital and other healthcare-related settings experience elevated stress levels for patients, their families, and friends, which is exacerbated by issues such as substance abuse, mental health disorders, homelessness, and violent crimes and traumatic incidents tied to sexual abuse, domestic violence, gang activity, gunshots, and stabbings.

“The Percentage of registered nurses who experienced on-the-job violence spiked 55% in six months in 2021”

Failings of Traditional Weapons Detection and Screening Approaches

Putting aside poor adoption rates, these walk-through metal detectors and handheld wands are intrusive and fraught with inefficiencies. They are based on decades-old technologies that require significant time and resources to manage, deliver poor experiences for patients, visitors, and staff, and create security risks.

Healthcare weapons screening solutions must balance the need to protect patients, staff, visitors, and assets against providing a welcoming environment and ensuring rapid delivery of quality medical care.

Fill out the form to download this whitepaper and learn about the Evolv weapons detection solution enables healthcare organizations to accelerate physical security screening while maintaining the highest degree of weapons detection accuracy.

Spartanburg’s School Safety Strategy Strengthened by Evolv Technology; Seamlessly Helps Protect Over 12,000 Students and Staff from Risk of Shootings

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Demand for Evolv Express®, Artificial Intelligence and Insights Growing Across Elementary, Middle and High Schools in the U.S.   

As gun violence continues to rise, with more school shootings in 2021 than any other year in U.S. history, schools across the country are relying on Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) and its Evolv Express® security screening solution to proactively defuse the threat of active shooters.  

As the leader in weapons detection security screening, Evolv has expanded the use of Evolv Express, its sensor- and artificial intelligence-based screening solution, in the Spartanburg, South Carolina County School District 6. It initially announced that it had partnered with the school district in early 2020. Evolv Express detects weapons 10 times faster than metal detectors and streamlines entry into buildings by scanning 3,600 people per hour, helping to keep the more than 12,000 Spartanburg students and staff safe from gun violence.  

Since students in the Spartanburg district come and go all day throughout three main campuses, as well as the nearby Technology Center, the district’s security requirements included support for constant throughput of foot traffic and the ability to adjust sensitivity settings based on threat levels. Evolv Express exceeded these requirements and streamlined the bag check process without compromising safety. The combination of Evolv Express and the district’s security staff provides Spartanburg with an additional line of defense against potential threats. 

Spartanburg’s Dr. Mark Smith, director of student services and safety, led the district’s proactive approach to instituting new security measures. “We’ve all witnessed the tragedy of school shootings over the years, and we want to proactively prevent it from happening in the first place,” Smith said. “In evaluating options, we considered metal detectors, but they typically flag everything as a potential threat, causing big delays as every person entering and every bag would need to be searched. For us, Evolv’s free-flow weapons detection system was the right choice.” 

Spartanburg relies on Evolv Express,  a weapons detection system that combines powerful sensor technology with proven artificial intelligence (AI) and comprehensive analytics to provide safer, more accurate threat detection at an unprecedented speed and volume. 

“Much like Spartanburg, schools across the nation are taking a proactive stance against the threat of gun violence. We, as a society, can no longer wait for others to enact change that will improve the safety of our schools and streets. Instead, we need to act now, lead by example, and institute policies and technologies that will protect students today and preserve the future for the next generation,” said Peter George, CEO of Evolv Technology.  

 

About Evolv Technology 

Evolv Technology (NASDAQ: EVLV) is a leader in weapons detection for security screening, securing the world’s most iconic venues and companies. Its mission is enabling a better experience and better security for venues, creating a safer world to work, learn, and play by transforming physical security to make everywhere safer. It gives sports fans, theme park visitors, concertgoers, shoppers, employees, students, and others peace of mind so that they can gather without fear of violence. Its security screening has scanned more than 100 million people, second only to the Department of Homeland Security’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the United States, and its technology combines powerful, advanced sensors with proven artificial intelligence (AI), security ecosystem integrations, and comprehensive venue analytics to reliably detect threats 10 times faster than traditional metal detectors.  

Evolv Technology, Evolv Express®, Evolv Insights™, and Evolv Cortex AI™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Evolv Technologies, Inc. in the United States and other jurisdictions. 

For more information, visit https://evolvtechnology.com. 

 

Forward-looking Statements  

Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking” statements and information, within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and the safe harbor provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that relate to our current expectations and views of future events. In some cases, these forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, some of which are beyond our control. In addition, these forward-looking statements reflect our current views with respect to future events or our Company’s performance and are not a guarantee of future performance. Actual outcomes may differ materially from the information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including, without limitation, the risk factors set forth in our prospectus, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 3, 2021, and other documents filed with or furnished to the SEC. These statements reflect management’s current expectations regarding future events and operating performance and speak only as of the date of this press release. You should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, after the date on which the statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. 

 

Contacts 

Media Contact: 

Fitzgerald Barth 

fbarth@evolvtechnology.com  

 

Investor Contact: 
Brian Norris  
bnorris@evolvtechnology.com    

Mercedes-Benz Stadium Makes Guests and Staff Feel Like They Are Walking into a Friend’s House with Fan-friendly Security Screening

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When Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia opened in 2017, fan experience was at the very center of its design. Since then, the stadium is known for its state-of-the-art look, with the world’s largest scoreboard, over 4,000 miles of fiber optics connections, and more. “Our objective is to make attending events at Mercedes-Benz Stadium feel like you’re walking into a friend’s house—to a place you belong or even own,” notes Karl Pierburg, Chief Technology Officer at AMB Sports and Entertainment, the parent company of the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. In 2019, the security team embarked on an initiative to enhance the Mercedes-Benz Stadium guest experience further by transforming arrival and entry and landed on Evolv Technology. Through implementing Evolv Express, Mercedes-Benz Stadium was able to achieve the following and more:  

  • 90%+ of fans express satisfaction with ingress experience, a 3x improvement.
  • Went from an average of 40% of people being flagged for secondary bags checks to 6% to 12% with Express.
  • Dramatically improved security staff experience, morale, and retention.

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Watch how Mercedes-Benz Stadium Makes Guests and Staff Feel Like Secure with Fan-friendly Weapons Screening

Read the case study to learn how you can start your journey to a more secure and guest-friendly security screening solution in stadiums today.

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Urban Hospital Turns to Evolv Technology to Address Threats to ER Staff and Patient Safety

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Facing an uptick in workplace violence and a hospital staff fearful for their own safety, an urban hospital in a large U.S. city hired a new Director of Public Safety who was given the charter to improve safety for hospital staff, patients, and visitors. At the time, the hospital had basic security systems and processes in place. “We were very short-staffed and had a lot of open positions,” the Director of Public Safety says. The Director also went on to say that they’ve “been waiting years for someone to invent a technology where you can just freely walk through the concealed weapons detector without needing to empty out your pockets and take everything out of your bags as part of the screening process”. The hospital landed on the Evolv Express® for weapons detection, and through implementing us was able to:

  • Detect 7 handguns and 9 knives in less than 40 days
  • Achieve rapid deployment window while training all hospital security staff (30-plus officers) to manage it
  • Enable ER nurses and doctors—and hospital staff in general—to feel relieved and able to focus on patient care versus concern over their safety

Read the case study to learn how you can start your journey to a more secure and guest-friendly security screening solution in healthcare today.

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Spartanburg, South Carolina School District 6 Enhances School Safety With Free-Flow Weapons Detection Powered by Evolv Express®

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The Spartanburg, South Carolina District 6 School District prides itself on being forward-thinking and progressive. Its unwavering commitment to its students and local community doesn’t stop with academics. Keeping its students and staff safe from threats is also a top priority for the district. Dr. Mark Smith who has served the district for 24 years as a teacher, principal, and administrator said “We’ve all witnessed the tragedy of school shootings over the years, and it is our worst nightmare.” Smith and other members of the team started vetting walk-through metal detectors as an option, and for many reasons landed on Evolv. Through implementing Evolv Express, Spartanburg School District Six was able to achieve the following and more:  

  • Completed average bagcheck in less than 20 seconds by pinpointing the potential area of the weapon in real-time.
  • Sustained always-on weapons detection and screening without any security queues.
  • Ensured student safety with weapons detection and screening while getting them to their classrooms on time.

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Watch how Spartanburg, South Carolina School District 6 Enhances School Safety With Free-Flow Weapons Detection Powered by Evolv Express®

Read the case study to learn how you can start your journey to a more secure and guest-friendly security screening solution in schools today.

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Prescribing the Evolv Express® System and Evolv Insights® for Healthcare Weapons Screening

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Summary

In response to rising violent assaults towards healthcare workers, healthcare facilities are taking steps to protect their staff, patients, and visitors by instituting additional security screening practices and systems. But metal detectors—both walkthrough and hand-held wands—come with significant drawbacks. For incoming patients, they are invasive and can increase anxiety and stress further. Hand wands, for example, only work if they are held about one inch off the body of the person.

In this whitepaper, we outline 7 ways to use weapons screening data from Evolv Insights® and to improve patient, staff, and visitor safety.

Violence and Safety in Healthcare Facilities Are a Problem

In addition to the above, both walkthrough and hand-held metal detectors generate a lot of false positives and the associated secondary checks are problematic, especially for incoming patients with serious health issues. And when there is a surge in incoming patients, staff, and visitors, metal detectors cannot scale to handle the increased volume.

Fill out the form to download this whitepaper and learn more about the current holes in traditional security and how Evolv Express® can help address those areas.