Posts Tagged ‘RISE’
Security Industry Association Opens Applications for Two 2025 SIA Scholarship Programs
SIA invites security industry professionals and students to apply for the SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship and the James Rothstein Business Scholarship. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) is now accepting applications for two key SIA scholarship programs: the SIA Women in Security Forum Scholarship and the James Rothstein Business Scholarship. These scholarships…
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Security Industry Association Opens Nominations for 2025 “25 on the RISE” Awards
This award program, presented by SIA’s RISE community, recognizes 25 new and emerging security leaders each year for their impact in advancing the security industry. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened the call for nominations for the third annual 25 on the RISE Awards—a program presented by SIA’s RISE community for emerging security leaders with…
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The Fence Perspective: Bringing Construction to Security
My name is Josh Velazquez, and I’m the vice president of the Fence Division at SAGE Integration. At SAGE I lead high-security perimeter projects for critical infrastructure—from data centers to substations, solar farms, and more. With a degree in construction management from Bowling Green State University and over 15 years in the construction industry, I’ve…
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From Quiet to Iconic: Mastering the Power of Self-Advocacy
6 Lessons I Wish I Knew Sooner from Icons Who Only Need One Name Fifteen years ago, I walked into my first real job with ambition, work ethic and a quiet hope that someone would notice. But I also carried a quiet insecurity about hearing my name—KeShia—mispronounced, misunderstood or questioned. I stayed late, said yes…
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How to Activate Your Personal Brand
In March 2023, I reactivated my LinkedIn account. For some, that act might signal a career shift, a quiet first step toward job hunting, or fulfilling a professional requirement, but for me it wasn’t about changing jobs or checking a box – it was about evolving. I wanted to grow in my role, with my…
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Security Industry Association Announces Program for 2025 AcceleRISE Conference
Hosted by SIA’s RISE community and created for young leaders in the security industry, this fun, enriching event will take place Aug. 4-6 in Boston, Massachusetts. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule and program for the 2025 AcceleRISE conference, hosted by SIA’s RISE community for young professionals and emerging leaders in…
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Got an Idea to Share? Speak at AcceleRISE 2025!
Help young professionals and rising stars in our industry grow, inspire and lead at this unique event happening Aug. 4-6 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Security Industry Association (SIA) RISE community for emerging leaders and those new to the security industry is looking for creative speaking proposals for the 2025 AcceleRISE conference, taking place Aug. 4-6 in Boston, Massachusetts. AcceleRISE…
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RISE and Grind at ISC West 2025
Get to know SIA’s RISE community at ISC West! Join us at the Illy Cafe in the Venetian to network and caffeinate with other young professionals and emerging security leaders. The first 40 attendees will receive complimentary coffee thanks to sponsor ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions.
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Bridging the Gap: Collaboration Between Product and Engineering
As I entered my senior year of my computer science degree, the daunting thought crossed my mind – what was I going to do after graduation? I had done well in my coursework, spent time tutoring students in computer science and math, built simple websites for friends and small businesses and even worked as a…
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IT, Cybersecurity and Physical Security: A Personal Experience Over the Last 15 Years
Foundation in Unified and Integrated Systems I always thought I would end up working with my dad’s company, but I never realized just how much I would grow to love the industry. For over a decade, I had the invaluable opportunity to learn firsthand from my father, Cesar Esquivel, as he built Cesar and Sons…
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