Strong Networking Turnout for SIAThere! Philadelphia
Members of the Security Industry Association (SIA) along with friends and colleagues gathered for a complimentary networking happy hour at the Pyramid Club on Market Street in Philadelphia on Wednesday. The resulting SIAThere! gathering saw good turnout with many new faces alongside SIA stalwarts like Samuel Vinicur of Johnson Controls, who helped organize the event.…
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Weighing the Effectiveness of Homeland Security Science and Technology
SIA’s Jake Parker testified before a panel of the House Homeland Security Committee on Nov, 7, 2017. Collaboration is strong between the security industry and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate but the industry harbors some concerns about the future of specific programs and their effectiveness, testified Jake Parker, Director…
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The Most Important Association Software
Some people might ask, “Why is a piece of software managing customer information relevant to me as a member?” Well, an Association Management System, also known as the AMS, is crucial to the well-being of an association. This database software is the brain of the association; it houses member information such as contact information, meeting…
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Making the Case for Participation in DHS Research Programs
The Security Industry Association (SIA) enjoys a strong and productive relationship with the Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which fosters innovation in the private sector, SIA Director of Government Relations Jake Parker will tell Congress on Tuesday. Speaking for nearly 800 private sector companies, Parker will share SIA…
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SIA New Member Profile: American Direct
American Direct, Lenexa, Kansas, has been providing architectural doors, frames, and hardware for commercial new construction, renovation, and remodel for more than 25 years. Recently, American Direct acquired AccessNsite access control solutions, combining its door expertise with integrated safety and security solutions. The Security Industry Association (SIA) is proud to welcome American Direct as a…
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Scholarship Money for Young Professionals
Hey, Young Security Professionals! Hello, SIA RISE! What if I said I had “free money” available for you? Well, the Security Industry Association (SIA) has a scholarship opportunity that will provide you with funds for professional development. All you have to do is apply for your share of a pool of $30,000 in scholarships! As…
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An Interview with Michael Durant: Inspiration for Academy Award-Winning Movie Black Hawk Down
Michael Durant, retired Chief warrant officer four and inspiration for the Academy Award-winning movie Black Hawk Down, will keynote at the 2017 SIA Honors Night on Nov. 15. In a recent interview with Durant, he discussed how his experiences as a Black Hawk Pilot relate to business and leadership. The Security Industry Association (SIA) invites…
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SIA New Member Profile: Robotic Assistance Devices
With recent growth in autonomous devices, the Security Industry Association (SIA) has seen an increase in member concerns over artificial intelligence and its capabilities to assist in guiding those devices. Enter Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD), a new SIA Member specializing in exactly that. RAD, based in Laguna Hills, California, is an innovator in the delivery…
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How Business Tax Reform Benefits the Security Industry
Last month, Congressional Republicans and senior officials in the Trump Administration released their Unified Tax Reform Framework, and work on tackling a campaign pledge to overhaul the nation’s tax laws began in earnest. More details are expected from the Congressional tax committees as early as this week. Their goal is to enact the most sweeping…
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Legislation to Extend Life-Safety Power Supply Exemption Pending President’s Signature
On Oct. 24, Congress presented to President Donald Trump a bill to enact the Power and Security Systems (PASS) Act (S. 190), culminating a year-long effort led by the Security Industry Association (SIA) to preserve an important provision in federal energy efficiency requirements critical to the operation of security and fire alarm systems. Drafted with…
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