Security Industry Association (SIA) News

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the membership association for the security industry, have announced details for the 2024 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting, and empowering women in the security profession.  The second annual Security LeadHER conference will be held from Monday, June 24 – Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Security LeadHER Born of a need to e...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Renee Thompson – Director of Global Sustainability and Environmental Compliance at Wesco International as the first-ever Chair of SIA’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Advisory Board. Renee's experience  Thompson has led the global Sustainability and Environmental Compliance team at Wesco since 2020, helping evolve the company’s approach to compliance, sustainable practices, and corporate citizenship. Since j...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has identified and forecasted the 2024 Security Megatrends, which form the basis of SIA’s signature annual Security Megatrends report defining the top 10 factors influencing both short- and long-term change in the global security industry. 2024 Security Megatrends SIA’s 2024 Security Megatrends were selected based on fall 2023 survey data and focus group input received from hundreds of top security industry business pionee...

ISC East 2023, the Northeast’s security and public safety event built by RX Global, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor Security Industry Association (SIA) and partnership with ASIS NYC, delivered another year of successful programming.  Over three days, ISC East featured keynote speakers, educational sessions, professional development, and over 220 exhibitors highlighting the latest technologies and solutions across the security industry.  Attendance numbers From Nov...

One of the UK’s crowd safety and security specialists has warned of a continued and serious threat to life and public safety at music, sports, and entertainment events by rogue security guards who are fraudulently obtaining security industry association (SIA) security work licenses and who are supposed to be safeguarding and protecting the public. Lloyd Major, a former National Counter Terrorism police officer and specialist adviser in crowd safety and security, whose tech company Halo So...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has appointed Kenia Caballero to serve as its new Industry Affairs Manager. SIA appoints Kenia Caballero Caballero, who is based in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, will expand SIA’s global team and work with the association to grow its presence in Mexico; serve as the primary point of contact on behalf of SIA for key programs and events; lead the development of SIA’s Expo Seguridad México conference programs; oversee networking events b...

ISC East, the Northeast’s pioneering security and public safety event built by RX Global, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA) and partnership with ASIS NYC, is proud to present an expansive slate of keynote speakers and educational programming at the 2023 conference. ISC East attendees are invited to participate in all programming, which takes place Nov. 14-16 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. Keynote series The 2...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has created a series of new and updated government relations and advocacy guides for SIA members: the new Guide to U.S. Biometric Privacy Laws and Guide to Facial Recognition Laws and 2023 editions of the Federal Grants Guide, Guide to Cannabis Security Requirements and Guide to School Security Funding. Author's quote “SIA is proud to serve our members through advocacy efforts that promote the effective deployment of security solutions and advance...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has launched a new learning management system (LMS) – SIAcademy as part of its efforts to advance industry professionalism through premier education and training. SIAcademy SIAcademy is a living library of on-demand training and professional development programs designed to enhance security professionals’ industry knowledge, technical skills, and overall job performance. The new LMS offers a modern, simple, and centralized pla...

Following final passage of Senate Bill 244 by the state legislature on Sept. 13, 2023, California will become the third and largest U.S. state to adopt ‘right to repair’ legislation broadly applicable to manufacturers of electronic devices. The bill now heads to California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk for signature. Due to efforts led by the Security Industry Association (SIA) with support from industry partners, the California bill’s measures specifically exclude alarm and...

Paige Datacom Solutions will introduce two important and innovative cabling products at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) in Dallas, TX, Booth 3985. GameChanger Cable, a proven and patented solution that significantly exceeds the reach of traditional category cable will now have an FEP/FEP construction. This will enable the cable to span across indoor plenum and outdoor locations and withstand extreme temperatures and challenging conditions. At GSX, Paige is also introducing the industry&rsqu...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA), the membership associations for the security industry have announced details for the 2024 Security LeadHER conference, a special event dedicated to advancing, connecting, and empowering women in the security profession. The second annual Security LeadHER conference will be held Monday, June 24 – Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown in Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Women in the security “SIA...

Hakimo, an award-winning technology company dedicated to modernizing physical security through its artificial intelligence (AI) software announced a reseller partnership with international systems integrator Convergint, a global pioneer in service-based systems integration. The partnership will enable Convergint to offer Hakimo’s AI-powered security solutions to its customers across the globe.  Hakimo platform The Hakimo platform uses computer vision and machine learning to automat...

Integrated Access Control and Security manufacturer - TDSi announces its forthcoming appearance at the ASIAL (Australian Security Industry Association Ltd) Security Exhibition & Conference 2023, which takes place at the ICC Sydney, Darling Harbour, from 30th August to 1st September 2023. TDSI will be joining its Australian distribution partner Comvision PTY on stand N28 to showcase its GARDiS and GARDiSVU ranges.  GARDiS and GARDiSVU ranges John Davies, Managing Director of TDSi...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2023 schedule, speaker lineup and program for Securing New Ground (SNG), the security industry’s executive conference, taking place October 17-18 at the InterContinental Times Square in New York City. At SNG 2023, the security industry will gather for top-level information sharing, networking, and business analysis. This year’s Securing New Ground conference will shape industry trends and offer opportunities to engage with th...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule, speaker lineup, and program for the 2023 AcceleRISE conference, hosted by SIA’s RISE community for young leaders and those new to the security industry. AcceleRISE 2023 will take place Aug. 14-16 in Denver, Colorado. Conference Agenda AcceleRISE is an exciting, innovative conference created specifically for young security talent and designed to ignite new thinking, strengthen leadership and sharpen business acumen. Acc...

The British Security Awards 2023, an annual awards ceremony organized by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), was held on 21st June, in London’s Grand Connaught Rooms. The British Security Awards were established to celebrate the achievements, acts of bravery, and innovations made by members of the UK’s private security industry across the systems and guarding services sectors. NSI as sponsor As a long-term supporter of apprenticeships and their significance in helpi...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened the call for nominations for the first-ever 25 on the RISE Awards, a program presented by SIA’s RISE community for emerging security leaders. Recognizing 25 security leaders Each year, this new initiative will honor 25 security leaders of today and tomorrow for their impactful contributions to advancing the security industry. The 2023 class of 25 on the RISE awardees will be honored during a special award ceremony at Securing New Ground...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) closed out the inaugural Security LeadHER conference by celebrating a successful and groundbreaking first event held June 12-13 in Nashville, Tennessee, USA. 2023 Security LeadHER The event was dedicated to advancing, connecting, and empowering women in the security profession. Approximately 300 current and future “LeadHERs” and attendees of all backgrounds and genders gathered for Security LeadHER 2023. The 2023 Secur...

Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc., a global pioneer in AI-driven security and productivity solutions along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), announced that Holley Hunt has joined RAD in the newly created role of Vice President of Strategic Partnerships. Growth impact The announcement was made at the opening of Security LeadHER, an event presented by ASIS International and the Security Industry Association and dedicated to the advanc...

Boon Edam Inc., a pioneering manufacturer of secured entry solutions, is proud to be a Partner Sponsor for the LeadHER Event, taking place from June 12-13, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, presented by the Security Industry Association (SIA) and ASIS International. The day-and-a-half event combines curated education and networking events with engaging opportunities to connect and collaborate for women in the vital and growing Security Industry.  Boon Edam fosters a supportive workplace...

More than three-fourths of respondents in the latest Security Industry Association (SIA) Security Market Index survey offered a positive take on current business conditions. Market findings The May-June Security Market Index found that 77% of the survey pool which comprises industry leaders who represent a cross-section of SIA membership describe conditions at their company as “excellent” or “good,” with 34% reporting the highest rating. A similar number, 78% said they...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has successfully completed the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) reaccreditation process for its standards development program. ANSI, the nonprofit standards body accreditation organization that oversees the development of voluntary consensus standards for products, processes, systems, and personnel in the United States requires all ANSI-accredited standards developers to complete a full audit of all documentation and procedures to ensure...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has secured approval from the U.S. Department of Labor for its national program standards establishing a new apprenticeship initiative for security technicians and installers. This 12-month program, created to help address the security industry’s workforce challenges, diversify the talent pipeline, and foster career development opportunities within the industry, is designed to develop basic networking, IT, and cybersecurity compe...

The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named Kerri Sutherland of Axis Communications as Chair of the FAST Board of Directors. Sutherland will lead the Board of Directors drawn from the membership of the Electronic Security Association (ESA) and the Security Industry Association (SIA), in developing and refining FAST’s strategic plan and identifying the foundation’s annual goals. Kerri Sutherland has held a human resource business partnership position at Axis Communi...

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has recognized Paul Anstine, Majority Staff Director for the House Appropriations Committee’s Subcommittee on Homeland Security, and Scott Shellenberger, State’s Attorney for Baltimore County, Maryland, with the 2023 SIA Excellence in Government Service Award. Extensive leadership recognition This award honors public servants who have demonstrated extensive leadership and a steady commitment to supporting and advancing the effective use of se...

i-PRO Co, Ltd., a global pioneer in professional security solutions for surveillance and public safety announced that it has appointed Antoinette King, a nationally recognized physical and cyber security expert, as Director of Regional Sales East and Head of Cyber Convergence. New responsibilities In her new position, Antoinette King will be responsible for managing i-PRO Americas’ sales for the US East Coast. She will also lead the company’s cyber convergence initiative to establ...

ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) have announced the agenda and speaker lineup for the inaugural Security LeadHER conference, an event designed to showcase women in security. Security LeadHER 2023 will be held June 12-13 at the Hilton Nashville Downtown Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. This new conference from ASIS and SIA will bring together security professionals committed to advancing, connecting and empowering women in the security profess...

ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, recently hosted the SecurAmericas Forum, sponsored by Intel and Dell, at ISC West 2023 in Las Vegas. The event brought together thought leaders from across the security industry to discuss the state of artificial intelligence (AI) in video surveillance applications and how the adoption of the technology will continue to evolve throughout the market. Session panelists  The session, wh...

Touting impressive attendance figures, ISC West, in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), saw a robust 56% year-over-year gain in attendance for ISC West 2023, hosting over 27,000 security industry professionals in Las Vegas from March 28-31 to learn, see, and experience the latest security technology trends.  Comprehensive and converged security trade event "As the nation’s leading comprehensive and converged security trade event of the year, a...