Got an Idea to Share? Speak at AcceleRISE 2023

By Kara Klein, Associate Director of Marketing and Media Relations, Security Industry Association on April 10, 2023 | , |

Help Young Professionals Grow, Inspire and Lead at this Unique Event Happening Aug. 14-16 in Denver.

The Security Industry Association (SIA) RISE community for young professionals and those new to the security industry is looking for creative speaking proposals for the 2023 AcceleRISE conference, taking place Aug. 14-16 in the Mile High City – Denver, Colorado.

AcceleRISE was created to ignite new thinking, strengthen leadership and sharpen business acumen in young security talent. The conference is designed to tackle the issues that matter most to young professionals in the security industry and features a diverse array of premier learning sessions, interactive workshops and lively activities geared toward rising stars in the industry.

SIA is seeking fresh ideas and speakers for this year’s event. Want to be part of the team that helps us deliver compelling and creative educational content to tomorrow’s security leaders? We’re looking for dynamic presentations on topics including:

Business & Technology

  • Proptech and the commercial real estate market
  • Cybersecurity
  • Ethical hacking and pen testing
  • Password management
  • Security project management
  • Finance 101
  • Sales and business development
  • How to build a security program
  • Modern GSOC operations

Personal Growth

Speaking proposals are due Friday, May 12; learn more and submit your idea here.

AcceleRISE registration is now open – and you can save big if you sign up now! Early bird rates get you $50 off your ticket to the best event you’ll attend all year, and students can attend for only $99. See registration options and grab your conference pass here.

SIA RISE is a collaborative community that fosters the careers of young professionals in the security industry. RISE is available to all employees of SIA member companies who are under 40 or who have been in the security industry for less than two years. RISE hosts fun in-person networking events during top trade shows and in major cities around the United States and offers a premier mentorship program, career growth webinars on a variety of topics, thought leadership opportunities, career tracks at ISC West and East and a scholarship program for security industry education and professional development. Learn more and join the RISE community.