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Westlake, Ohio

08/25/2025
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Open Source Investigations Instructor

Introducing Nick Jerman, a seasoned law enforcement veteran boasting an illustrious career spanning over two decades, during which he contributed significantly to a dynamic 1,100-officer police department in a prominent metropolitan center in the United States. Throughout his distinguished tenure, N ... Read more...

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5

Joseph

Kansas

I really enjoyed the class! It was very informative! Going into the class I really thought I knew how to navigate and knew the ins and outs of social media... but wow! Boy was I wrong! I ended up taking 7 pages of notes of all the different topics that Nick spoke on! I'm glad to have had the opportunity to take the class!

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Joseph

Kansas

I really enjoyed the class! It was very informative! Going into the class I really thought I knew how to navigate and knew the ins and outs of social media... but wow! Boy was I wrong! I ended up taking 7 pages of notes of all the different topics that Nick spoke on! I'm glad to have had the opportunity to take the class!

5

Cameron

AZ

This was amazing. I learned that I am searching EVERYTHING wrong and you can really dial in on open source data and gain a ton of information prior to writing your warrants. Every Officer in the Country needs to take this course. If I can understand it anyone can!

5

Jade

Georgia

Nick's class was amazing. He kept you interested without making it seem like another training class. He has some great real world examples and give you a ton of resources to help with any kind of investigation for the ever changin

5

Chris

Nevada

xcellent class. So many sites and social media outlets that I was not aware of. A lot of notes and pictures were taken so as to retain as much of the information as possible. Heavily saturated with valuable information.

5

Kevin

Nevada

Excellent content provided in an interesting presentation. Extremely knowledgeable. Interactive Class.

5

Kimberly

Nevada

I learned so much helpful information in this class. Nick was awesome in sharing his knowledge and information.

5

Carlos

NV

The class was great very informative And will be a great exit for me completed my criminal investigations.

5

Lane King

Nevada

Extremely useful and beneficial source if you are wanting to look into social media and open source investigations. Presentation was also excellent.

5

Amanda

Nevada

This class was great. Nick was extremely attentive and helpful. Very engaging and had great content. Very knowledgeable and yet welcomed other’s opinions. Super refreshing.

5

Gaylon

Nevada

Awesome pertinent info!

5

K.S.

FL

I followed Nick on social media for years, learning everything I could from his posts. I was FINALLY able to take his class in Sanford, FL back in July and it did not disappoint! Anybody from Road Patrol to Investigations can and should use the tools and techniques Nick shares in his class to further their investigations and keep themselves and their families safe. HIGHLY recommended!

5

Lane

Georgia

Extremely useful and beneficial source if you are wanting to look into social media and open source investigations. Presentation was also excellent.

5

Lane

Georgia

Extremely useful and beneficial source if you are wanting to look into social media and open source investigations. Presentation was also excellent.

5

Steve

Georgia

Loads of useful information.

5

Javier

Georgia

Good class.

5

Dawud

Georgia

Great class for a novice or seasoned investigator.

5

Garrett

Georgia

This class is extremely beneficial for a wide array of members of law enforcement positions.

5

Chris

Georgia

Excellent class. So many sites and social media outlets that I was not aware of. A lot of notes and pictures were taken so as to retain as much of the information as possible. Heavily saturated with valuable information.

5

Daniel

Connecticut

The class was awesome. Many great points and resources. Definitely happy I took the time to follow-up. I’ve done several warrants using social media and have made arrests based off them. This was an amazing class!

5

Tyler

New Jersey

Mr. Jerman, I just recently finished up your Social Media and OSINT introduction course. I really enjoyed the material and found it jammed packed with a wealth of knowledge in only 1 hour. Open Source Intelligence tools are a great way to obtain valuable info on subjects. I feel like these types of tools will be highly utilized in the near future and it’s great to learn now and get ahead of the game.

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TS

NJ

Nicks class is full of valuable information that can be utilized for any investigation.

5

Jack

Florida

I have been in law enforcement for over 20 years and been a part of the criminal investigations division for 10 of them. I have seen many advanced trainings offered over the years for the topics of open source and social media investigations. This is a challenging course to teach and share with others especially for just being a one day class. I have to say Nick nailed it and shared many great resources with the class and they were very useful and the best part is what any agency and detective likes to hear and that they are free. When it comes to technology and social media it changes so much day to day and the trainings I had a few years ago have pretty much became antiquated, so attending this class brought me back up to date with the new social media applications and web pages available to use for investigations. Overall I do recommend for anyone involved in investigations or analysist positions to attend this class even if they have had other training on the same topic.

5

Curt

Sanford, FL

I did not realize how much more obtainable information was until I went to this class. I really enjoyed getting more tools for the toolbox.

5

Jason

FL

Very educational course. Instructor is a well of knowledge.

5

Kyle

Sanford, Florida

Content was great. Instructor kept class entertaining and is very knowledgeable

5

E

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
Nevada

I attended Nick Jerman's Digital Discovery web class today. He did an excellent job and he provided so much information.

5

Jeremy Maurer

North Charleston Police Department
SC

Got a taste of the Social Media Investigations course. It was full of resourceful links and demonstrations of how to get from a to b. Highly recommend. Have a couple new tools in the box.

5

Neil B

Nick! I took your class last month and it was my first Blue to Gold class. I have to say that prior to coming to the class, I was in a slump in my career and had no direction. After seeing how energetic you were during class, it inspired me to try my luck with social media. Within two weeks, I was about to get four guns, and fetanyl off of our streets. THANK YOU for inspiring me. Your class was a career changer!

5

KG

Wisconsin

Nick is a wealth of knowledge. He has helped our agency out on multiple occasions throughout the past several years. He is always eager to help, and he always responds promptly. His course regarding open-source intelligence investigations has enhanced my skills as an investigator tenfold. I highly recommend taking one of his courses.

5

Jon

Georgia

Nick has an awesome class. He knows his stuff and audience. Up to date information. He explains and gives examples that can be immediately applied.

5

Daniel

GA

I did internet crimes against children investigations 12 years ago. All the technology has changed. This was a fantastic class to get current tools, tips, and trends. Policing has become more technology based as criminals have started using social media and internet services.

5

Brandy Ann

GA

One of the best classes I've been in, and I would highly recommend!

5

Kory

GA

Class was extremely informative and gave links officers can implement immediately.

Social Media and Open Source Investigations
Monday, August 25, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

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Westlake, OH - Social Media and Open Source Investigations 08-25-2025
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Social Media & Open Source Investigations


Embark on a journey into the ever-expanding landscape of social media platforms with Jerman's cutting-edge course. Gain proficiency in navigating, searching, and exploiting major social media networks. Uncover the secrets of lesser-known platforms, learn to link social media accounts to investigative targets, and harness the power of current OSINT websites and search techniques. "Social Media and Open-Source Intelligence Techniques" goes beyond the basics, delving into essential topics such as utilizing software and applications post-training, preserving data for court, and mastering the intricacies of crafting subpoenas and search warrants for social media data. Jerman even reveals the art of extracting crucial information from suspects' posted photos. Tailored for all ranks within a police agency, from patrol officers to chiefs, this innovative course empowers attendees to swiftly and confidently extract information, enhance online investigations, and safeguard themselves and their families on the internet. Recognizing the rapid evolution of social media influenced by modern political, policing, and societal issues, Jerman ensures that his class remains a beacon of up-to-date knowledge. As a participant, consider bringing a computer and a WiFi Hotspot to class, not mandatory but highly encouraged. This allows you to actively emulate the taught techniques as Jerman covers them, ensuring a hands-on and immersive learning experience. Elevate your investigative prowess and stay ahead of the curve with "Social Media and Open-Source Intelligence Techniques" — where expertise meets innovation in the digital age.

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I attended two classes. The instructor was very knowledgeable and made the courses easy to understand. I highly recommend anyone to take one of his classes.

T.J

Texas

Outstanding instruction of all things Search and Seizure. B2G has crack the code of making the 4th Amendment nuance into an entertaining subject matter leaving their students feeling confident and knowledgeable.

C.H

New Jersey

What an absolute outstanding training group!!! They make search and seizure law so simple to understand, it allows you to get it right every time!!!! Wonderful – Wonderful folks at Blue to Gold!!!

J.B

California

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28955 Hilliard Boulevard Westlake, OH 44145

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