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Security Central is excited to announce the addition of Adam Emmett as our new Southeast Account Executive. With over 12 years of experience in the security industry, Adam brings a deep understanding of dealer success, emerging technology, and relationship-driven growth. Since beginning his career in security product manufacturing in 2013, Adam has built a strong reputation in the industry. A legacy of innovation With a passion for dealer growth and industry innovation, Adam brings nationwide experience Adam has a long-standing connection with Security Central, dating back to the start of his career. While much of his experience has been in sales across the Southeast. His work has taken him nationwide—helping dealers expand their businesses and maximize new opportunities through innovative technology solutions. His passion for dealer growth, industry innovation, and service excellence makes him a perfect fit for Security Central.  Strengthening dealer relationships "Adam’s experience in product integration and passion for dealer success align perfectly with Security Central’s commitment to unmatched support and cutting-edge solutions," said Caroline Brown, CEO of Security Central. "His ability to foster strong relationships will be invaluable as we continue to elevate our presence in the Southeast." Based in Georgia, Adam will serve as the primary point of contact for dealers in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Adam joins forces with the Southeastern Sales Manager, Darryl Bray, to reinforce client relationships in the Southeast and ensuring that tradition meets tomorrow.

Security Central is pleased to announce that Mark Matlock has joined the company as Vice President of Sales.  With four decades of experience in the alarm industry and a proven track record of sales sucess, Mark will be instrumental in driving Security Central’s growth and expanding its presence in the monitoring segment of the security. Strengthening sales & growth Over the years, he advanced into key senior roles, helping to build and strengthen sales Mark’s career in the alarm industry began in 1985, installing security systems in builder homes. Over the years, he advanced into key senior roles, helping to build and strengthen sales teams at major wholesale monitoring centers. His deep understanding of dealer relationships, sales strategy, and market expansion makes him a perfect fit to take Security Central’s sales initiatives. Commitment to success "Mark’s industry expertise and commitment to dealer success make him an invaluable addition to our team," said Caroline Brown, CEO of Security Central. "His vision for growth, combined with his executive philosophy of teamwork and integrity, aligns perfectly with Security Central’s core values." Building stronger partnerships His extensive industry connections and executive experience will help in strengthening dealer network Mark has been a dedicated advocate for the security industry, serving on the boards of multiple state and local alarm associations, including executive roles with the Houston Burglar & Fire Alarm Association, South Texas Alarm Association, and Texas Burglar & Fire Alarm Association. His extensive industry connections and executive experience will play a key role in strengthening Security Central’s dealer network. Mark joins security central Mark joins Security Central at a pivotal time as the company continues to expand its monitoring solutions and enhance dealer support programs.  His executive approach will help drive strategic growth and elevate Security Central’s position as a trusted partner for security professionals across the country.

Security Central is excited to announce the appointment of Dan Turner as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With over 25 years of experience in the security industry, including a distinguished tenure as Chief Information Officer at Per Mar Security Services, Dan brings a wealth of expertise in information technology, cybersecurity, and business transformation to Security Central. Enhancing innovation in monitoring "Dan’s track record of innovation and his deep industry knowledge make him the perfect addition to our leadership team," said Caroline Brown, CEO of Security Central. "As we continue expanding our monitoring solutions, Dan’s expertise will be instrumental in enhancing our technology platforms, strengthening cybersecurity, and driving the future of intelligent security monitoring." Education and Leadership Dan holds academic experience from St. Ambrose University in Communication and Computer Science Beyond his professional achievements, Dan is a dedicated community member, serving on governing boards for local youth sports leagues and coaching football, baseball, basketball, and volleyball. His commitment to family and community makes Dan a natural fit for our team and aligns with our Core Values. He holds academic experience from St. Ambrose University in Communication and Computer Science, as well as Iowa State University, where he studied Chemical Engineering. He has also completed the Executive Integral Leadership programme at the University of Notre Dame. Expanding Monitoring Solutions Dan joins Security Central at an exciting time as the company continues to push the boundaries of traditional monitoring services. His leadership will enhance the executive team allowing them to offer even greater solutions to the dealer network.

The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) will be held at the Indiana Convention Center, June 3-6, in Indianapolis. The show focuses exclusively on the electronic security and life safety industry, including companies that service the connected Internet of Things (IoT) space for homes and businesses. The ESX Main Stage will highlight inspirational presentations from motivational speakers, Dr. Rick Rigsby and Kevin Brown. In addition, there will be a founder of a drone security company and an Entrepreneur-in-Residence from Kleiner Perkins for OpenXchange, and a Secret Service agent for the Closing Keynote. Sharing Best Practices And Trends In breakout sessions, colleagues and business thought leaders will share best practices, trends and opportunities that helped their own companies and careers, so that others might replicate their successes or minimize their failures. These sessions are aimed at propelling attendees to reimagine their business models and go-to-market strategies, says George De Marco, Chairman of ESX and Managing Partner for DECO Ventures LLC. Examples of breakout sessions include: CounterPoint Forum – “False Alarm Dispatches - A Real Threat or a Nuisance to the Industry?” “Top 3 Ways to Grow Your Video RMR” “5 Faster, Smarter Ways to Improve Cash Flow” “Artificial Intelligence Real Time Video Monitoring Solutions” Promoting Security Professionals’ Growth Our goal is to develop next-gen methods that deliver industry content and promote professional growth"“Each year, we challenge ourselves to raise the bar of the educational sessions and main stage events,” says De Marco. “One of the ways is introducing new faces and voices for the peer-developed and peer-driven educational sessions that offer best practices and identify trends, opportunities and challenges for industry professionals to consider today and in the future. Our goal is to develop next-gen methods that deliver industry content and promote professional growth as the industry pivots to the future.” New entrants and disruptors are challenging traditional go-to-market strategies, causing traditional companies to rethink how they rise above the noise in a changing competitive landscape and handle new consumer buying behaviours, says De Marco. Exhibitors At ESX Exhibitors that support ESX include Interlogix (Diamond sponsor), Napco (Platinum sponsor), Alula and DMP (Gold sponsor), and ADI, Altronix, Bold Group, Essence, ICT, Quick Response, Resideo, Secura key, Security Central and WeSuite (Silver sponsors). ESX seeks to connect exhibitors with the influencers and decision-makers from companies that represent a cross section of dealers, integrators and monitoring companies in North America. The exhibit hall will be the focal point for exhibitors to showcase their latest technology in the city’s impressive convention center. The exhibit hall will be the focal point for exhibitors to showcase their latest technology in the city’s convention center “We recognize individuals and companies during the Opening Celebration that help propel the industry forward and at our VIP Event at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway,” says De Marco. “During the day, there are meals around the Main Stage sessions which gather attendees around the table for casual conversation before the presentation begins.” Indianapolis, home of the Indy 500, is a unique location that has a lot to offer the attendees of ESX. A special night at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway will invite a limited number of guests to share great food and drinks, to experience a trip around the track in an official pace car, and to ‘kiss the bricks’, a speedway tradition. Centrally located in the US, Indianapolis is a convenient convention destination for travel, whether flying or driving. Connecting With Peers And Colleagues Another benefit of the show is the cross-section of companies represented in the industry, whether large, medium or small There are also networking opportunities throughout the week. The Pub Crawl, an attendee favorite, is a night where long-time friends gather, and new friendships are made. “This is where the real conversations happen between peers and colleagues about real problems of running and growing a company, and solutions that can make a difference,” says De Marco. Another benefit of the show is the cross-section of companies represented in the industry, whether large, medium or small players. This enables professionals to come together to connect with their peers and colleagues, allowing for deep discussions on how to grow their people, revenues and profits, including mentoring opportunities that encourage leadership development, says De Marco. The subject of finding qualified employees is top of mind for almost every industry today, especially the security industry. Sessions that address hiring and managing employees for industry professionals include  “Hiring from Outside the Monitoring Industry: Surprising Resources for Great Operators” “Maximize New Employees: Why Onboarding is Critical to Their Success” “5 Tips for Effective Employee Performance Evaluations” Helping Attendees To Reinvent Their Business “Our focus is primarily on the attendee, helping them connect with suppliers, colleagues and opportunities that reimagine their businesses, so they can be stronger competitors,” says De Marco. “If we can provide the right knowledge to inspire or transform the attendees to take meaningful action or implement change that helps them remain relevant, we believe we have succeeded.” There will be an undercurrent of sadness at ESX this year because the industry recently suffered a loss. George Gunning, former CEO of USA Alarm Systems and one of the founding members of ESX, passed away in February. “We would be remiss if we didn’t recognize his contributions and influence on the industry and ESX over the years,” says De Marco. Another founding member of ESX who has passed away is John Murphy, formerly CEO of Vector Security.

ESA opens the 2015 exhibit show floor with a ribbon cutting ceremony The Electronic Security Association (ESA) wrapped up ESX 2015, June 24 to 26 in Baltimore, Md., drawing integrators, manufacturers and association members from across the country to attend the annual educational, exhibits and networking event. Security Integration Companies Celebrating its eighth year, the show is jointly owned and sponsored by ESA and the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA). ESX includes education targeted exclusively to the needs of electronic security integration companies and monitoring firms, including peer-hosted sessions featuring business strategies centered on navigating the new world of technology with increased profitability. This year’s show hosted more than 2,000 security industry companies and personnel as well as central station owners, while some 200 exhibitors participated. ESX 2016 show dates were also announced: June 8 through 10 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas. Marshall Marinace, president and chief executive officer of ESA and the president of Marshall Alarm Systems Corp., in Yorktown Heights, N.Y., says ESX 2015 was extremely successful, with educational, networking and social events well attended. “The design of ESX is relevant to alarm companies and our members,” Marinace says. “For our attendees, it’s a quality show. What I mean by that is that one integrator told me how difficult it is to connect with the right people at the larger shows. This smaller, more intimate gathering allows one-on-one conversations. He was so pleased he was able to sit down with a manufacturer for some 30 minutes, connecting with the right people about a product and its application. After the conversation, he decided the product was the right fit for his business.” Awards And Presentations The opening keynote speaker was Retired U.S. Army Special Forces Officer Major General James “Greg” Champion, who spoke about leadership and the concept of leading by example. In addition, ESA raised some $20,000 for its ESA Gives Back campaign, this year supporting the Green Beret Foundation, an organization that Champion previously served as chairman. ESA’s insurance company, Security America Risk Retention Group, sponsored the keynote, and the Foundation had a booth in the exhibit hall, where attendees could learn more about the organization and see weaponry demonstrations. ESA raised some $20,000 for its ESA Gives Back campaign supporting the Green Beret Foundation A first at ESX was the presentation of two William N. Moody Awards. Started in 2004 by the Security Industry Alarm Coalition (SIAC), the Moody award is given annually to an individual who demonstrates a passion for advancing positive alarm management and best industry practices. Presented on behalf of SIAC, Honeywell executive Ron Rothman received the 2014 award. Rothman, who retired July 1, was the president of the global business of Honeywell Security Group, Melville, N.Y. He spent some 35 years with Honeywell, starting his career with Ademco in the 1980s. The 2015 Moody Award was presented to Stan Martin, executive director of the organization in Frisco, Texas. Martin has been a fixture in the industry for decades, promoting professionalism and spearheading documents such as the Model Alarm Ordinance, designed to educate installers and end users on proper alarm use with the goal of alleviating false alarms. Accolades presented during the CSAA 2015 Central Station Excellence Awards breakfast included: 2015 Central Station of the Year, Guardian Protection Services, Warrendale, Pa. Central Station Manager of the Year, Randy Ambrus, Cooperative Response Center (CRC) Inc., Austin, Minn. Central Station Operator of the Year, Susan Farris, Security Central, Statesville, N.C. Central Station Support Staff of the Year, Kyle Johnson, DMC Security Services, Midlothian, Ill. Finally, ESA awarded $10,000 in scholarships to students from Pennsylvania and New Jersey as part of the association’s annual Youth Scholarship Program. Douglas Leonard of Maple Glen, Pa., received top honours with a first-place scholarship of $7,500, and Caitlin Murphy of Morristown, N.J. won $2,500 for second-place. Since the ESA Youth Scholarship Program was created in 1996, the association and its affiliated Chartered Chapters have donated $541,500 in scholarship funds to children of police officers and firefighters.