Posts by Kara Klein, Associate Director of Marketing and Media Relations, Security Industry Association
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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You’re Invited! Join a SIA Committee at ISC West 2026
Calling all Security Industry Association (SIA) members! We want you to get more involved in SIA and your industry by participating in SIA’s committees, working groups and advisory boards. While you’re at ISC West (March 23–27, 2026 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada), join us for one or more of SIA’s membership, committee,…
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SIA New Member Profile: Fortifye
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Fortifye manages entry for guests, contractors and VIPs through its single, identity-driven workflow that controls how each person is invited, verified and granted time-bound access. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. SIA spoke with Jeff Friedman, CEO of Fortifye, about the company, the security industry and working with…
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Security Industry Association Names 2026 Women in Security Forum Power 100 Honorees
Now in its fifth year, the 2026 SIA WISF Power 100 showcases 100 women who are role models, leaders, innovators and influencers in the global security industry. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2026 honorees for the SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100. This initiative, presented by the SIA Women in Security…
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Security Industry Association Names Brett Feddersen, Gene Fullano and John Steele as 2026 Industry Advocate of the Year Awardees
Feddersen, Fullano and Steele were recognized for their outstanding leadership and support of SIA’s government relations initiatives at Security Hill Day. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Brett Feddersen, Gene Fullano and John Steele as the 2026 recipients of the SIA Industry Advocate Award. The 2026 awardees will be recognized during SIA’s Security Hill…
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