Posts by Kara Klein, Associate Director of Marketing and Media Relations, Security Industry Association
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…
Keep Reading »Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Opens Call for Nominations for 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards
This prestigious award program highlights the critical role that security technicians play within the industry. ATLANTA, Ga. – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has opened the call for nominations for the 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards, a program that recognizes security technicians who have demonstrated excellence, premier customer service and leadership within…
Keep Reading »Applications Wanted! Apply for the 2025 Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship
Scholarship Program Offers $5,000 Awards to Support Professional Development in the Identity Management Field 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 Hébert, chair and…
Keep Reading »10 Stats on School Security You Should Know
CISA just did a study on K-12 school security. Here are 10 key takeaway stats. In today’s environment, K-12 schools face an evolving and dynamic set of security risks and threats, ranging from acts of targeted violence to bomb threats to natural disasters. Enhancing school safety and security requires a community-based, comprehensive and holistic approach,…
Keep Reading »IntelligentSIA: 12 Top Benefits, Events and Opportunities for SIA Members in June 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: Astra Zeneca Global Security, BFG Ventures, Cambridge Terahertz, Cyrus Technology, Dallmeier electronic USA, JS Global, MissionAnalytics,…
Keep Reading »Security LeadHER 2025 Fosters Growth, Engagement and Community for Women in Security
The third annual event, hosted by the Security Industry Association and ASIS International and designed to advance, connect and empower women in the security industry, gathered approximately 450 “LeadHERs” in Detroit, Michigan, June 9-10. ALEXANDRIA, Va. & SILVER SPRING, Md. – ASIS International and the Security Industry Association (SIA) have closed out a successful third…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Wittenbach
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Wittenbach offers a robust suite of security offerings and integrated solutions tailored to a diverse array of verticals and industries. The company is headquartered in Sparks, Maryland, with regional centers in Hunt Valley, Maryland; Coatesville, Pennsylvania; and Charlotte, North Carolina, and operates across the United States. SIA spoke with…
Keep Reading »What’s New in GSA Contracting in 2025: Insights From SIA GovSummit
Experts from GSA Schedules Inc. and Commodore Consulting shared the latest on the GSA Federal Acquisition Regulation Multiple Award Schedule program, the impact of tariffs and legislative developments and more at SIA GovSummit. Does your company do business with the federal government? At SIA GovSummit 2025 – the nation’s premier government security conference, presented by…
Keep Reading »SIA New Member Profile: Guardnova
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Guardnova, an accredited partner of Ajax Systems, offers smart security systems for homes, commercial real estate and more. The company was founded in Ukraine and is headquartered in Bothell, Washington. SIA spoke with Yevhen Petrov, manager of Guardnova, about the company, the security industry and working with SIA. Tell…
Keep Reading »Securing Summer Festivals and Public Events: Insights From SIA’s Perimeter Security Subcommittee
As warm weather arrives, many people are looking forward to summer festivals and outdoor events coming up this season. It’s important for festival and event organizers to keep security top of mind when planning for these events – one of the issues that will be addressed at Perimeter PREVENT, the premier perimeter security event, taking…
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