Posts by Don Erickson, CEO, Security Industry Association
Competition Legislation Will Boost Technological Investments and Benefit Security
SIA encourages bipartisan efforts in House and Senate to reconcile some of the significant differences between COMPETES and USICA bills. On Feb. 4, 2022, the America COMPETES Act was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Security Industry Association (SIA) is encouraged by this important step taken by the House to address global…
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Post Job Opportunities for Free on the FAST Jobs Board
Dear SIA members, One of the top challenges facing security companies is workforce development. To help the industry recover from the business impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has announced an extension of its free job listings for Electronic Security Association (ESA) and Security Industry Association (SIA) members. ESA and SIA members will now be able…
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20 Years Later, SIA Remembers 9/11
As we mark the 20th year since the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, our thoughts turn first of all to the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives that day. The office workers in the World Trade Center. The U.S. Department of Defense personnel in the Pentagon. The passengers and crew on board the…
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SIA Board of Directors Updates Bylaws to Enhance Member Engagement
On March 23, 2021, the Security Industry Association (SIA) Board of Directors unanimously approved several amendments to the SIA Bylaws to better reflect association best practices and increase overall member engagement. Among the key approved changes, the SIA Nominations Committee will manage a formal process for SIA members to recommend individuals for consideration as potential…
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What’s New for Members in Early 2021
Dear SIA members, Happy New Year! I hope you enjoyed the holiday season. The Security Industry Association (SIA) is kicking off 2021 with a variety of new initiatives; here are some things to look forward to this year. SIA is launching the new Identity and Biometric Technology Advisory Board (IBTAB) this month following the recent addition of Identification Technology Association…
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SIA Members, Learn How to Contribute to the SIA Center of Excellence
The SIA Center of Excellence is growing fast! As of today, more than 170 different pieces of content on topics ranging from active shooter mitigation practices to cybersecurity risk management are now available within the Center – and we have even more contributions we’re in the process of reviewing and posting right now! The Center…
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SIA’s Diversity and Equality Commitment
Dear SIA members, We grieve with the nation over the horrific events of this last week, but we also look forward to a better future. Within the Security Industry Association (SIA) community, we believe diversity and inclusion have the power to help our industry advance, to help bring in the best talent and to recognize…
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A Special Message to SIA Members
ISC West Rescheduled for Oct. 5-8, 2020 (Exhibit Floor Open Oct. 6-8), Plus Our Commitment to You Dear Security Industry Association (SIA) member, I hope you, your employees and your friends and families are remaining healthy and safe. Please know that our team is here to help you any way we can. You may have…
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ISC West Rescheduled: July 20-22
Reed Exhibitions has just announced that ISC West is being rescheduled for July 20-22, 2020, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. More information will be available on the event website, iscwest.com. The Security Industry Association (SIA) will be rescheduling committee meetings, events and other gatherings around the show, and we will alert…
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SIA Promises to Do All That We Can
The Security Industry Association (SIA) is ready to support your business during these uncertain times. At SIA, we know how challenging it is for you and your business to face today’s global pandemic from COVID-19. We know that business deals are made with a handshake, but today’s social health norms are keeping us from even…
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