The Security Industry Association (SIA) has unveiled the agenda and speaker lineup for the 2026 Perimeter PREVENT event, a key gathering in the field of perimeter security. Scheduled for June 24 in Washington, D.C., this symposium is organized by SIA alongside the SIA Perimeter Security Subcommittee.
It aims to convene policymakers, federal agencies, architects, engineers, and security solution providers to deliberate on essential topics concerning the defense of physical environments, including those of government and commercial facilities, critical infrastructure, and major events.
Keynote by Military Expert
Held on Wednesday, June 24, the event features a full-day symposium with a keynote fireside chat led by Ret. General William J. Walker, who currently serves as vice president and corporate security director, enterprise accounts at Allied Universal Security Services.
Don Erickson, CEO of SIA, emphasized the depth of expertise at the event
This session, moderated by Rachelle Loyear, vice president of integrated security solutions at Allied Universal, will draw from Walker's extensive 30-year background in security, law enforcement, and military leadership. His significant roles include serving as a special agent with the DEA, the 38th Sergeant at Arms for the U.S. House of Representatives during the 117th Congress, and as the 23rd commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard.
Insights from Industry Experts
Don Erickson, CEO of SIA, emphasized the depth of expertise at the event. "At Perimeter PREVENT 2026, attendees will hear from a robust lineup of experts in perimeter lighting, LiDAR, protective design, fencing, and other innovative physical security technologies used to safeguard perimeters," he stated. The event provides a platform for both government and industry leaders to exchange insights and forward strategies focused on critical perimeter security challenges.
Diverse Lineup of Speakers
The event's speaker roster includes:
- Xander Alexander, technical evangelist, Motorola Solutions
- Matthew Beausoleil, perimeter security lighting specialist, CAST Perimeter
- Gerald Becker, vice president, market development and alliances, Quanergy Solutions
- Christa Decker, co-chair, SIA Perimeter Security Subcommittee; vice president, Protective Design Group, Whitman, Requardt & Associates
- Melissa Dominguez, founder, Dominguez Urban Strategies
- Amy Dunton, co-chair, SIA Perimeter Security Subcommittee; vice president, Sulton Security
- Bill Eckard, senior director, public safety, corrections and federal physical security—Americas, Octave
- And others from pioneer organizations in the security sector
Strategic Discussions on Perimeter Security
Important session topics will include advancements such as the integration of thermal imaging
Important session topics will include advancements such as the integration of thermal imaging, LiDAR, AI-driven video analytics, and digital twin visualization in perimeter security. The symposium will also tackle crime prevention through environmental design and strategies for securing high-risk sites with multilayered technologies.
The event will wrap up with a networking reception, allowing attendees to connect with influential figures in the industry. Perimeter PREVENT is accessible at no cost to government employees, while industry participants can attend for a fee of $175 for SIA members. More details and registration information are available for those interested in joining.
This event has garnered support from sponsors such as CIAS, Echodyne, EPIC iO, Gallagher Security, Gibraltar, iluminar, M.C. Dean, Nasatka Security, Octave, and PureTech Systems. Media coverage is supported by SecurityInfoWatch.
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the agenda and speaker lineup for the 2026 Perimeter PREVENT, the premier event in perimeter security.
This symposium—held June 24 in Washington, D.C., and presented by SIA with guidance from the SIA Perimeter Security Subcommittee—will gather policymakers, federal agency personnel, architects, engineers and security solution providers to engage on the critical issues related to perimeter defense for physical environments, including government and commercial facilities, critical infrastructure and events.
Providing military support
On Wednesday, June 24, attendees will enjoy an all-day symposium featuring a keynote fireside chat with Ret. General William J. Walker, vice president and corporate security director, enterprise accounts at Allied Universal Security Services, moderated by Rachelle Loyear, vice president of integrated security solutions at Allied Universal.
Walker brings over 30 years of distinguished service in security, law enforcement and military leadership to his current role at Allied Universal. Walker was a special agent of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and served as the 38th Sergeant at Arms, U.S. House of Representatives, 117th Congress. Previously, he served as the 23rd commanding general of the District of Columbia National Guard, overseeing Army and Air National Guard operations and providing military support to civilian authorities.
Robust lineup of experts
“At Perimeter PREVENT 2026, attendees will hear from a robust lineup of experts in perimeter lighting, LiDAR, protective design, fencing and other innovative physical security technologies used to safeguard the perimeters of public safety, corrections, government facilities, data centers and more,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson.
“As the perimeter evolves, so do both the technologies being integrated into perimeter security solutions and the potential threats. This year’s conference offers a unique opportunity for government and industry leaders to connect, share information and drive forward strategies on the most critical perimeter security topics.”
Perimeter security topics
Additional featured speakers include:
- Xander Alexander, technical evangelist, Motorola Solutions
- Matthew Beausoleil, perimeter security lighting specialist, CAST Perimeter
- Gerald Becker, vice president, market development and alliances, Quanergy Solutions
- Christa Decker, co-chair, SIA Perimeter Security Subcommittee; vice president, Protective Design Group, Whitman, Requardt & Associates
- Melissa Dominguez, founder, Dominguez Urban Strategies
- Amy Dunton, co-chair, SIA Perimeter Security Subcommittee; vice president, Sulton Security
- Bill Eckard, senior director, public safety, corrections and federal physical security—Americas, Octave
- David Fortune, director, data center practice, Plugout
- Joelle Hushen, founder and president, National Institute of Crime Prevention; co-founder, U.S. CPTED Association
- Cathy McHugh, marketing and sales associate, CIAS Security
- Rob Millar, regional manager, FLIR Systems
- Sunil Mudholkar, vice president of product, physical security, Octave
- Nicole Palumbo, chief operating officer, Magos Americas
- Gregg Pingitore, detective, threat reduction and infrastructure protection, Counterterrorism Division, New York City Police Department
- Andriy Tsinyk, business development manager, Gallagher Security
- Herb Ubbens, president, Paratus Consultant Group
- Aryn Vastola, vice president, sales and marketing, Betafence Group
Permanent perimeter infrastructure
Highlighted session topics include:
- How the convergence of thermal imaging, LiDAR, artificial intelligence-driven video analytics and digital twin visualization is redefining what it means to secure the edge
- How crime prevention through environmental design applies to perimeter security in the public safety sphere
- How to secure the perimeter of at-risk sites with multiple technologies working together on every layer
- How data center perimeters create—and navigate—a natural collision point between construction-phase security and a permanent perimeter infrastructure
- How to expand and grow your perimeter security practice
- How perimeter security is being automated through connecting technology for situational awareness, prevention and response
The event will conclude with a happy hour networking reception where attendees can connect with other industry pioneers.
Relevant event guidelines
Perimeter PREVENT is free for government workers, including public safety, military/defense, education and legislative staff and other government employees. The event is considered a “widely attended gathering” and complies with all relevant event guidelines. Industry access starts at $175 for SIA members; learn more and register to attend here.
Perimeter PREVENT 2026 is made possible thanks to the generous support of sponsors CIAS, Echodyne, EPIC iO, Gallagher Security, Gibraltar, iluminar, M.C. Dean, Nasatka Security, Octave and PureTech Systems, as well as media partner SecurityInfoWatch.
