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applications now being accepted! Deadline: May 27

StartUps in Security Mastermind

The SIA Startup Mastermind Community is a trusted peer network for security industry founders and startup leaders to exchange real-world insights, pressure-test decisions, and navigate the unique challenges of building companies in high-risk, regulated, trust-based markets.

This is not a pitch group.

This is a decision-making and leadership forum.

Who It’s For

Early-stage & growth-stage security startups
Founders, executives and leaders of:
- Physical security technology
- Cyber-physical convergence platforms
- AI / analytics / data-driven security solutions
- Life safety, risk, and resilience technologies
- Security service providers
SIA Startup members, emerging leaders, and innovation-track companies

Ideal group size: 6–8 leaders per cohort, and possibly broken out by job role (founders, HR, sales, etc. ) or industry segment (Technology Firms/Manufacturers, Consultants, Integrators, etc.)

Cadence & Format

12-month cohort model with themed monthly meetings
60-minute virtual sessions each month
Private Slack channels to connect between meetings
In-person meetups at SIA events

Ready to grow and take on new challenges with the help of a trusted peer network?

APPLY TODAY

This form supports evaluation and cohort alignment. We will use the information to align you with peers who are in a similar phase of business, but submission does not guarantee placement.

As a reminder, participation requires an active SIA membership. (Need to join? Email membership@securityindustry.org and let's make that happen! Don't worry; you can get that membership in place after you've completed this application and while we're setting up the June launch of this program.)

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