Who We Are

Who We Are

Who We Are

Who We Are

US.Watch is an organization that bridges the gap between law enforcement and communities to help find missing or endangered people more effectively. We're here to change the world. One alert at a time.

OUR MISSION & VALUES

OUR MISSION & VALUES

OUR MISSION & VALUES

OUR MISSION & VALUES

What drives our mission to find missing people?

What drives our mission to find missing people?

What drives our mission to find missing people?

Our mission is to enhance public engagement during AMBER Alerts by transforming traditional alerts into powerful tools that unite communities and empower law enforcement to act swiftly, ensuring the safe return of missing or endangered children.

OUR PURPOSE

OUR PURPOSE

OUR PURPOSE

OUR PURPOSE

Mobilize people and law enforcement altto find missing people

Clearly communicate the guiding principles long-termaltgoals

Clearly communicate the guiding principles long-termaltgoals

Clearly communicate the guiding principles long-termaltgoals

We build real-time systems that connect law enforcement, families, and local communities—turning awareness into coordinated action to help find missing children. Together with partners nationwide, we drive a united effort for child safety in the United States.

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Our Story

Our Story

Our Story

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A NATIONAL TRAGEDY
A NATIONAL TRAGEDY
A NATIONAL TRAGEDY

The Murder of Hailey Owens

The Murder of Hailey Owens

On February 18, 2014, 10-year-old Hailey Owens was walking home from a friend's house when a man in a truck pulled up and asked for directions. As she got closer, he grabbed her, forced her into his truck and sped off. Despite the issuance of an AMBER Alert, the response was too late. Hailey's body was later found in the basement of Craig Michael Wood's home in Springfield, MO, hidden inside garbage bags placed in plastic storage containers. She had been brutally sexually assaulted and shot in the back of the head.

PEOPLE COMING TOGETHER
PEOPLE COMING TOGETHER
PEOPLE COMING TOGETHER

Advocating HAILEY'S Law

Advocating HAILEY'S Law

In the aftermath, our Founder, Josh Schisler, brought together Hailey's family, friends, law enforcement, and her killer's parents, all with a shared purpose: to push for change. The shortcomings of the existing AMBER Alert system were undeniable and underscored the need for a more effective approach—one that could mobilize communities faster. Together, this coalition sparked the drive for a more actionable AMBER Alert system to protect children and ensure no other family would endure so tragic a loss.

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OUR HUMBLE BEGINNINGS
OUR HUMBLE BEGINNINGS
OUR HUMBLE BEGINNINGS

HAILEY'S App

HAILEY'S App

Their efforts led to the passage of HAILEY's Law, a legislative milestone that laid the groundwork for real change. But we knew that legislation alone wasn’t enough—communities were ready to help, yet lacked the tools to act. That’s when we developed HAILEY’s App: a public-facing mobile prototype created in collaboration with law enforcement and legislators across Missouri to help the public support AMBER Alert searches more directly.

A RE-IMAGINED VISION
A RE-IMAGINED VISION
A RE-IMAGINED VISION

MO.WATCH

MO.WATCH

As HAILEY’s App gained traction, momentum began to build across Missouri. More people from towns, cities, and counties statewide signed up, ready to support searches and take action. That groundswell of engagement prompted the first major evolution of the platform: MO.Watch. But, over time, interest spread beyond state lines. People from across the country began reaching out—asking how they could help, how they could join.

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OUR VISION, ENHANCED
OUR VISION, ENHANCED
OUR VISION, ENHANCED

US.WATCH

US.WATCH

And so, In 2021, the mission officially expanded. US.Watch was incorporated in Missouri as a national platform built to stregnthen public response during wireless emergency alerts. What began as a grassroots effort has grown into a nationwide movement. US.Watch transforms passive alerts into coordinated action—uniting people and communities with law enforcement to bring missing children home.

GOVERNANCE

GOVERNANCE

GOVERNANCE

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Josh Schisler

Region Zealand, Denmark

Chief Executive Officer

Board Chairman

As the founder of US.Watch, Josh brings a relentless focus on impact, innovation, and public trust. His leadership transforms vision into action—building tools that unite law enforcement and communities in the search for missing children.

Zach Sanders

Region Zealand, Denmark

Co-Founder & COO

Board Vicechair & Treasurer

With years of experience in community management and strategic communication, Johan brings a grounded, people-first approach to US.Watch, uniting strategy and storytelling to inspire public action, ensuring the mission resonates clearly—online, on the ground, and across the country.

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Johan Schwartzbach

Region Zealand, Denmark

Communications Specialist

Board Secretary

With years of experience in community management and strategic communication, Johan brings a grounded, people-first approach to US.Watch, uniting strategy and storytelling to inspire public action, ensuring the mission resonates clearly—online, on the ground, and across the country.

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Mikol Skaggs

Region Zealand, Denmark

Law Enforcement Consultant

Board Member

A seasoned law enforcement professional, Mikol co-founded US.Watch to close critical gaps in how communities respond to missing child alerts. His on-the-ground experience ensures every decision is rooted in real-world needs and public safety impact.

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Do you want to help save lives?

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