Posts Tagged ‘Women in Security Forum’
SIA to Host Women in Security Forum Breakfast at ISC West Featuring National Security Leader Juliette Kayyem
The Security Industry Association (SIA) Women in Security Forum, which supports the involvement of women in the security industry, will host a breakfast event during ISC West. Attendees will enjoy complimentary breakfast and networking and get insights from special guest Juliette Kayyem, a national leader in America’s homeland security efforts. The Women in Security Forum Breakfast @ ISC…
Keep Reading »Your 2019 Guide to SIA Events at ISC West
Make the most out of your trip to ISC West with these special Security Industry Association (SIA) events! Whether you’re looking to connect with young professionals, interested in interoperability, wanting to catch up on official association business or looking for the best networking opportunities, SIA has these great FREE events for you. (All times PDT) The Advance Tuesday, April 910:30-11:30 a.m.Sands Expo, Rooms 505 and…
Keep Reading »ISC East Exceeds Expectations With 23% Attendance Growth for 2018
Co-locating with Unmanned Security Expo and Infosecurity North America proved nothing short of success for this year’s ISC East – emphasizing the importance of prominent theme “Comprehensive Security for a Safer, Connected World” NEW YORK, N.Y. – ISC East, in collaboration with Premier Sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), reported strong growth results at the…
Keep Reading »2018 Winners Announced for Women in Biometrics Awards
Female Leaders to Be Recognized for Contributions to Biometrics and Security During SIA Honors Night SILVER SPRING, Md. – Five distinguished leaders in the biometric identity and security industry have been selected as the 2018 winners of the Women in Biometrics Awards, co-founded by the Security Industry Association (SIA) and SecureIDNews and co-presented with sponsors…
Keep Reading »New Member Profile: Eclipse Media Group
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Eclipse Media Group, founded in 2006 by principals Andrea Gural and Chelsie Woods, is a full-service public relations agency that delivers its clients integrated public relations programs combining content creation, social media and digital marketing. The company is headquartered in Portland, Maine, and has satellite locations and/or staff in…
Keep Reading »The Changing Role of Women in the Security Industry
Women have gone through a series of struggles to prove their capability and become equal in the workplace to their male counterparts. Prior to World War II, women were expected to stay home and provide care for the household, and children and men were expected to “bring home the bacon.” Ideologies began to shift as…
Keep Reading »New Member Profile: Synectics
New Security Industry Association (SIA) member Synectics, founded in 1987 as a surveillance technology research and development house, designs end-to-end integrated security and surveillance solutions for challenging environments in the banking, critical infrastructure, gaming, oil and gas, transportation, marine and public space markets. The company – headquartered in the United Kingdom and with offices throughout…
Keep Reading »Security Industry Association to Present Edwina Reynolds With Inaugural SIA Progress Award
Iluminar CEO Will Be Recognized for Efforts to Advance Women in the Security Industry at SIA Honors Night 2018 SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named industry veteran Edwina (Eddie) Reynolds – president and CEO of Iluminar Inc. – as the 2018 recipient of the inaugural SIA Progress Award, an honor…
Keep Reading »Recruiting Talent in the Security Space: Highlights From SIA’s Roundtable
On Thursday, Sept. 20, in New York City, the Security Industry Association (SIA) hosted its networking roundtable series pilot event. The series offers an opportunity for an open discussion about topics that are important to security industry professionals. This platform allows professionals to discuss experiences and challenges, collaborate and share actionable ideas. Nearly 50 attendees gathered…
Keep Reading »Doing Business With the Federal Government: The Whys and Hows
A Guide for Women in the Security Industry In 2016, the U.S. Department of Defense, the General Service Administration (GSA) and NASA adopted a final ruling amending the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement regulatory changes made by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) providing authority to award set-asides and sole source contracts to economically…
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