Posts by Kara Klein, Associate Director of Marketing and Media Relations, Security Industry Association
Security Industry Association Names Rita Mounir as Chair of Member Engagement and Experience Committee
Rita Mounir of Allthenticate will lead the committee’s efforts to grow member participation within SIA and guide the development of member engagement strategies. SILVER SPRING, Md.— The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Rita Mounir as the new chair of the SIA Member Engagement and Experience Committee—a key group whose mission is to create and evaluate initiatives that…
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Security Industry Association Announces Agenda for 2026 SIA GovSummit
SIA’s public policy and government security technology conference will take place May 20–21in Washington, D.C. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the agenda and speaker lineup for the 2026 SIA GovSummit—SIA’s annual public policy and government security technology conference. SIA GovSummit 2026 will be held May 20–21 in Washington, D.C. Each year, SIA GovSummit brings together…
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SIA New Member Profile: IONODES
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member IONODES offers smart and connected video solutions designed to improve safety, security and business efficiency. The company is headquartered in Laval, Quebec, Canada, and supports more than 400 customers around the world. SIA spoke with Eric Tasso, CEO of IONODES, about the company, the security industry and working with…
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Mentees Wanted! Apply for the SIA TIME Program
Grow Your Career and Discover Your Mentor in the Security Industry Calling all early and mid-career security industry professionals! The SIA RISE community invites you to apply for the 2026 Talent Inclusion Mentorship Education (TIME) program. TIME is back with an impressive cohort of mentors ready to help new talent and emerging leaders flourish in…
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SIA New Member Profile: Defend Systems
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Defend Systems is a life safety and security consulting firm specializing in active shooter response training and physical security consulting. The company is headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee, and has worked with organizations nationwide. SIA spoke with Brink Fidler, founder and president of Defend Systems, about the company, the security…
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Security Industry Association Announces Winners of the 2026 SIA New Products and Solutions Awards
Ones Technology took the top honor in SIA’s annual award program recognizing innovative security products in partnership with ISC West. LAS VEGAS, Nev.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2026 winners of the SIA New Products and Solutions (NPS) Awards, the flagship awards program presented in partnership with ISC West recognizing innovative security products, services and solutions. Top among…
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Security Industry Association Announces New Board of Directors Chair, Executive Committee and Board Members
SIA announced the 2026 Board and Executive Committee at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting. LAS VEGAS, Nev.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced its new Board of Directors chair—Mike Mathes of Convergint—and presented two new members to the SIA Board of Directors at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, held March 24 during ISC West. The SIA…
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Security Industry Association Names Andrew Campagnola as Chair of SIA Built Environment Advisory Board
Andrew Campagnola of Kastle will lead the advisory board’s efforts to foster engagement between the global security industry and adjacent markets such as proptech and smart buildings. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Andrew Campagnola as the new chair of SIA’s Built Environment Advisory Board—an expert-led group that fosters engagement between the global security…
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SIA New Member Profile: Sekuri
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Sekuri offers professional private security services: trained guards, digital patrols with advanced technology and industrial security for businesses and shops. The company is headquartered in Guanajuato, México. SIA spoke with Julieta Leticia Pérez, CEO of Sekuri, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the…
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Security Industry Association Confirms Openness of Transparent Mode for OSDP Standard
SIA and HID have collaborated to ensure the secure communication configuration for SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol is available to all. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has confirmed that, going forward, the SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) Transparent Mode configuration will be open to all within the security industry. SIA OSDP is an access…
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