Posts by Kara Klein, Associate Director of Marketing and Media Relations, Security Industry Association
Security Industry Association Names Bobby Parmiter as Chair of SIA’s Government Relations Committee
Bobby Parmiter, senior public policy manager at Amazon, will lead the committee’s efforts to advise SIA members regarding policy affecting the security industry and make recommendations. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Robert B. (Bobby) Parmiter as chair of the SIA Government Relations Committee – an expert-led group that helps identify and…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Launches New “askSIA” AI Tool
The new conversational artificial intelligence agent will enable SIA members to make the most of their membership, get questions answered and easily summarize information within SIA’s resources. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has unveiled a brand-new SIA member benefit – askSIA, a conversational AI agent designed to help users get the most…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Veris
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Veris works with businesses to create smart, secure and modern workplace experiences for their employees and guests. The company is headquartered in Gurgaon, India, with additional core operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and operating across 22 countries. SIA spoke with Utkarsh Jain, founder and CEO of Veris, about…
Keep Reading »IntelligentSIA: 10 Top Benefits, Events and Opportunities for SIA Members in July 2025
Hey, SIA members! Here are the top things you need to know about our latest activities and resources, upcoming events and opportunities and more. Welcome, New Members! The Security Industry Association (SIA) would like to welcome its newest members: Avexon, Fairmont Consulting Group, Global Security Solutions, Ilitch Holdings, Koch Matador Corporate Security, Matrix Comsec, Southern…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Mitigation Assessor
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Mitigation Assessor is a security consulting firm that specializes in identifying vulnerabilities, developing tailored mitigation strategies and enhancing the overall security posture of organizations across diverse industries. The company, certified as a veteran-owned (VOSB) and economically disadvantaged woman-owned (EDWOSB) small business by the Small Business Administration, is headquartered in…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Opens Applications for 2025 Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship
Scholarship Program Offers $5,000 Awards to Support Professional Development in the Identity Management Field SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) is now accepting applications for the Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship. This program offers $5,000 scholarships for SIA members to help further their education in the field of identity management. This scholarship was named after…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association Announces Program for 2025 AcceleRISE Conference
Hosted by SIA’s RISE community and created for young leaders in the security industry, this fun, enriching event will take place Aug. 4-6 in Boston, Massachusetts. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule and program for the 2025 AcceleRISE conference, hosted by SIA’s RISE community for young professionals and emerging leaders in…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Cambridge Terahertz
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Cambridge Terahertz uses terahertz wave technology to democratize airport-grade security and loss prevention technology. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. SIA spoke with Kittur Nagesh, chief product officer of Cambridge Terahertz, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell us the story of your company.…
Keep Reading »Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes John Nemerofsky as FAST Board of Directors Chair
John Nemerofsky, chief operating officer at SAGE Integration, will lead the expert group of security and life safety professionals in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security technology industry. DALLAS, Texas – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named John Nemerofsky of SAGE Integration as chair of the FAST Board of Directors.…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: US Virtual Guard
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member US Virtual Guard provides real-time, proactive video monitoring and remote guarding solutions for facilities of all sizes and sectors. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, and operates nationwide. SIA spoke with Rabbi Yossi Eliav, founder of US Virtual Guard, about the company, the security industry, and what…
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