Learning & Development
Making the Technical Make Sense: Lessons From AcceleRISE
What happens when a year of doubt about how technical this industry might be meets two sessions that prove you can keep up? Confidence, a notebook full of takeaways and proof that this community knows how to bring newcomers along. I joined the security industry just one year ago, in August 2025. AcceleRISE 2026, held…
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SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship Spotlight: Rachel Wyatt, Siemens Government Technologies
Rachel Wyatt has built a career marked by continuous learning, leadership and a commitment to strengthening the security industry. Through the support of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, she has continued investing in professional growth while helping create opportunities for others. We spoke with Rachel about her journey, the impact of…
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SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship Spotlight: Tia Eskandari, Allied Universal Technology Services
Tia Eskandari has built a career marked by continuous learning, leadership and a commitment to strengthening the security industry. Through the support of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, she has continued investing in professional growth while helping create opportunities for others. We spoke with Tia about her journey, the impact of the scholarship…
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Beyond the Job Description: Lessons in Growth, Mentorship and Leadership From AcceleRISE 2026
When you step into a new role, your instinct is often to focus on excelling at the job you were hired to do. For my first seven months at SIA, that was exactly where I directed my energy. Learning the role, building my knowledge, and developing a strong foundation felt like the right priorities, and…
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Security Industry Association Announces 2026 Winners for James Rothstein Business Scholarship
Manuel Alejandro Fernández Mena of Johnson Controls and Jonas Rosa of Convergint will receive scholarships to support their education and career development at the Securing New Ground conference. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named two recipients for the 2026 James Rothstein Business Scholarship, a program supporting emerging professionals in the security industry and students entering…
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SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship Spotlight: Yazmina Rawji, dormakaba
Yazmina Rawji has built a career marked by continuous learning, leadership and a commitment to strengthening the security industry. Through the support of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, she has continued investing in professional growth while helping create opportunities for others. We spoke with Yazmina about her journey, the impact of…
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SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship: Sushma Nayak, Allegion
Sushma Nayak has built a career marked by continuous learning, leadership and a commitment to strengthening the security industry. Through the support of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, she has continued investing in professional growth while helping create opportunities for others. We spoke with Sushma about her journey, the impact of…
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Security Industry Association Announces 2026 Winners for Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship
Joseph Robles and Kevin Vettorel will each receive $5,000 scholarships to use toward education and professional development in the identity management field. SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named two recipients for the 2026 Denis R. Hébert Identity Management Scholarship, a program offering $5,000 scholarships for young professional SIA members to help further their education in the…
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SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship Spotlight: Nikki Williams, ICT
Nikki Williams of Integrated Control Technology (ICT) has built a career grounded in continuous learning, transparent leadership and a deep commitment to advancing the security industry. With support from the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, she has continued investing in her professional development while using her experience to support and create opportunities for others. We spoke…
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SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship Spotlight: Erin Wilson, dormakaba
Erin Wilson, learning strategist, influencers at dormakaba Americas, has built a career marked by continuous learning, leadership and a commitment to strengthening the security industry. Through the support of the Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, she has continued investing in professional growth while helping create opportunities for others. We spoke with Erin…
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