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Alarm.com and Everon, LLC, a pioneering security integrator and premier provider of commercial security, video, fire, and life safety solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver a unified console for Everon customers to manage integrated intrusion protection, access control, remote video monitoring, and business management solutions. The partnership reflects the growing demand for integrated commercial security platforms that can easily connect with existing infrastructure while delivering remote management capabilities. The Alarm.com partnership with Everon will enable a scalable solution that meets the sophisticated requirements of commercial customers across diverse business environments, from small businesses to multi-location enterprises. Range of commercial customers “Working with Everon allows us to bring enterprise-grade mobile security capabilities to a broader range of commercial customers who need reliable, integrated solutions," said Dan Kerzner, President of Platforms Business at Alarm.com. "By combining our proven platform technology with Everon's operational expertise, we're creating a unified system that transforms how businesses manage their protection and monitoring needs." “This partnership underscores our dedication to delivering next-generation technology across every aspect of the commercial security experience,” said Don Young, Chief Executive Officer at Everon. “By collaborating with a global technology pioneer like Alarm.com, we’re ensuring that innovation remains at the heart of what we do—empowering enterprises with a transformative platform that redefines how they manage and engage with their security and life-safety systems.” Comprehensive mobile integration The Everon integration leverages Alarm.com for Business' platform to provide a complete mobile security experience, including panel arm/disarm functionality, real-time activity monitoring, user management, and push notification capabilities. The partnership continues to enhance customer value through intrusion management, employee administration, customer service integration, and advanced notification customizations. Advanced video and monitoring capabilities This integration extends across Alarm.com for Business' commercial offerings, including OpenEye for enterprise video surveillance and advanced analytics capabilities that seamlessly integrate with security events for comprehensive incident management. Future development will incorporate remote video monitoring integration and functionality. Enterprise-grade flexibility The partnership addresses the sophisticated needs of Everon's diverse customer base through a scalable platform that supports everything from basic intrusion monitoring to advanced multi-location management. Alarm.com for Business demonstrates its commitment to flexibility by integrating existing control panels with app-based management—modernizing systems without costly infrastructure replacements. For Everon enterprise customers, the platform unifies oversight and control across every level of the organization. Integrated inspection tools, reporting, and real-time technician tracking will drive operational efficiency, with planned future integrations to deliver complete visibility to the order lifecycle. Planned enhancements to the platform also include future integration with Everon’s monitoring and management software suite and order-to-cash tool, empowering customers with real-time visibility, streamlined operations, and faster revenue cycles for smarter service management and a more seamless billing experience.  

After several years of hosting the Partner Connections event in the USA and, most recently, Latin America, Alarm.com, the pioneering platform for the intelligently connected property, is pleased to announce its upcoming popular and highly respected European Partner Connections event, taking place on May 6–8, 2025, in the idyllic setting of Ibiza, Spain. This exclusive three-day gathering will bring together a selection of Alarm.com’s key partners from across Europe for strategic discussions, major feature announcements, product demonstrations and valuable networking opportunities. Latest technological advancements Attendees from Alarm.com's partner firms will gain insights into the firm's latest technological advancements Set against the backdrop of Ibiza’s beautiful weather and stunning coastal landscapes, the first-ever European Partner Connections event, known for its ability to unite and invigorate Alarm’s partner network in a welcoming and informative environment, aims to encourage collaboration and innovation among Alarm.com’s European partners while offering an inside track on the company’s technology roadmap presented by some of Alarm.com’s sharpest minds, including Reed Grothe, Dan Kerzner and AnneMarie Ferraro. Attendees from Alarm.com's partner companies will gain insights into the company’s latest technological advancements, such as the recently unveiled AI Deterrence (AID) system, which utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver adaptive verbal warnings to intruders based on their clothing and surroundings, and which gives users both enhanced security and smart peace of mind. Alarm.com’s commitment Attendees will also learn how Alarm.com’s continuously evolving platform and its powerful back-end ecosystem empower dealers to grow their businesses with greater efficiency, intelligence and profitability. The European Partner Connections event underscores Alarm.com’s commitment to strengthening its global partner network and delivering cutting-edge solutions that enhance security and automation, connecting peace of mind for residential and commercial property owners. Some of the many topics up for discussion include upselling, tools for revenue growth and driving engagement.

Members of the Electronic Security Association (ESA) recently approved several competency director and officer positions. After voting for recent director positions concluded on May 24th, Chair-elect Kevin Stone recommended two Competency Directors and requested Board approval on June 2nd. These director positions are selected based on their subject matter expertise and must be an owner, officer, or employee of an ESA Member in Good Standing. Each Competency Director shall serve for a two-year term beginning July 1st, 2024. Competency director positions Kirk MacDowell, the 2023 Weinstock Person of the Year Award winner, is the founder and CEO of MacGuard Security Advisors. Bringing insight from his time at industry innovator Alarm.com, top Fortune 100 manufacturers General Electric and United Technologies, a top 50 SDM integrator, and his own electronic security firm, Kirk now offers guidance on how to innovate, transform, and compete in the ever-changing electronic security landscape. Kirk also remains active in many corps serving on multiple industry and private firm boards A sought-after industry speaker, Kirk also remains active in many associations serving on numerous industry and private company boards. He was the Past Board of Director of the Security Industry Association (SIA) and The Monitoring Association (TMA), past Chairman of AIREF (Alarm Industry Research & Education Foundation), past Chairman of the Security Industry Alarm Collation (SIAC) and past president of the Los Angeles County Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (LABFAA). Kirk currently serves as the Chairman of ESA’s Leadership Identification and Nominating Committee (LINC). Kirk was recently inducted into the SSI Industry Hall of Fame. “I am honored to join ESA’s board of directors as a competency director and proud to serve the industry that has given me so much. Looking forward to working alongside ESA’s elected board and officers.” Michael Barnes, who recently served as a Competency Director from 2022-2024 under Chairman John Loud, founded Barnes Associates in 1986 and directs the firm’s Mergers and Acquisitions activities. He is based in St. Louis, Missouri. Since founding Barnes Associates, Michael has been involved in more than 280 security alarm acquisitions and financings, with an aggregate transaction value in excess of $29 billion. He has lectured at numerous events within the security alarm industry on matters relating to acquisitions, the availability of capital and the operating dynamics and performance of alarm companies. Michael was the 13th person to be inducted into the SSI Industry Hall of Fame, an honor he received in 2004. Barnes Associates co-sponsors the annual Barnes-Buchanan Conference. “Overall, I feel honored to once again be invited to serve on ESA’s Board. The organization does such great work in supporting and advocating for the industry, and the Board has a large responsibility for setting direction. I feel the weight of that responsibility and hope I can rise to the occasion.” Officer Positions In addition to the approval of the Competency Directors, the Board approved three officer positions to serve from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. Integrator Director Jeremy Bates, of Bates Security, will serve as Vice Chairman. The Vice Chairman reports to the Chairman and the Board of Directors, serves as liaison to at least one of the standing committees of the Association, promotes all the objectives of the Association, and performs such duties as may be assigned to him or her by the Chairman and the Board of Directors. Competency Director Michael Barnes, of Barnes Associates, will continue in his role as Treasurer. The Treasurer has general supervision of the fiscal affairs of the Association. Integrator Director Melissa Brinkman, of Custom Alarm, will serve as Secretary to the Board. The Secretary is responsible for the preparation of accurate minutes of the proceedings at all membership and board meetings.

Transportation systems need robust physical security to protect human life, to ensure economic stability, and to maintain national security. Because transportation involves moving large numbers of people and critical goods across vast, often interconnected infrastructure, it presents a highly attractive target for various threats. More threats equate to a greater need for security. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the emerging applications of physical security in the transportation market?

The healthcare industry faces unique and significant security challenges. Healthcare security professionals must balance an open, welcoming environment for patients and visitors with the need to protect valuable assets and personnel in a high-stress, 24/7 setting. These requirements direct the physical security technologies deployed in medical facilities. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: What are the unique aspects of the healthcare market, and how should the physical security industry adapt?

Emphasizing proactive rather than reactive security shifts the focus from dealing with crises and damage control to prevention. Advantages of a proactive approach include cost efficiency, better business continuity, and fewer crises that draw attention away from strategic improvements. Staying ahead of threats is a core mission of the security department, and technology has evolved to enable security professionals to deliver on that mission better than ever. We asked our Expert Panel Roundtable: How are security systems transitioning from reactive to proactive, and what is the benefit?