ISC West

ISC East 2024, with its premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), and in partnership with the ASIS NYC Chapter, presented another year of dynamic programming as the Northeast’s security and public safety event.  Over three days, ISC East showcased premier keynote speakers, educational sessions, and professional development, and over 200 exhibitors displayed the latest innovations in the field.  SIA Education@ISC East programme From Nov. 19 to Nov. 21, ISC East welcomed nearly 6,000 total security professionals to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. 2024’s turnout continued to display year-over-year growth for general attendance, with more than 4,600 attendees. Adding to the success, the SIA Education@ISC East programme achieved over 40% growth, underscoring the value of ISC East’s educational offerings. Public safety “Both our attendees and exhibitors gather at ISC East to discover the industry’s latest products and solutions, cultivate professional relationships, and celebrate the biggest innovations in the world of security and public safety,” said ISC Event Vice President Mary Beth Shaughnessy. “Over the three-day event, we saw attendees who were eager to learn from industry experts and conduct business face-to-face with new and existing vendors, which all contributes to a maximised customer experience year after year.” ISC East 2024 highlights SIA Education@ISC East This team of industry experts provides critical guidance on the newest trends and most relevant technologies 2024’s event executed the largest SIA Education@ISC East programme yet, which doubled in size from last year with 70+ sessions and 150+ speakers – all carefully curated by the newly formed SIA Education@ISC Advisory Board. This team of industry experts provides critical guidance on the newest trends and most relevant technologies in the world of security to best inform show programming at ISC Security Events.  Content, training courses, offerings “The 2024 ISC East show was one of the best yet – boasting outstanding attendance as well as top-quality SIA Education at ISC East conference content, training courses, and other offerings,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson. “Attendees at the show were able to see the most cutting-edge innovations in security, and the experience was further elevated by the highly engaging SIA meetings and special events that brought together our industry to explore essential topics in security interoperability, mobile credentials, the return on security and safeguarding our utilities and critical infrastructure, honor the exceptional work of SIA member pioneers and volunteers and give back to the future of the security workforce. This year’s show highlighted why ISC East is the Northeast’s premier security and public safety event.” Brand New at ISC East SIA New Products and Solutions New to the ISC East show floor in 2024, several product submissions from the SIA New Products & Solutions (NPS) Awards at ISC West 2024 had the chance to remain in the spotlight.  With the debut of the dedicated NPS area on the show floor, exhibitors were able to showcase their latest solutions and attract potential buyers eager to discover what’s new and exciting in the industry. Critical Infrastructure Pavilion Exhibitors displayed how critical infrastructure impacts transportation, energy, and communications The Critical Infrastructure Pavilion was also new to ISC East this year. With this elevated focus, exhibitors displayed how critical infrastructure impacts transportation, energy, and communications and how to protect these essential services from cyberattacks, intruders, and other potential threats. The products and solutions showcased in this pavilion offered the tools to safeguard the systems exhibitors depend on every day. The Bridge   The Bridge, ISC East’s newly revamped main stage destination, hosted an industry-pioneering lineup of speakers, education sessions, and other exclusive events. Located right on the show floor, The Bridge was home to the Keynote Series, which featured prominent experts making waves in today’s security landscape.   Day 1 Keynote: Proactive Security Strategies at Navy Pier, Chicago: A Unified Approach to Emergency Preparedness and Response  Sponsored by ZeroEyes  Brian Murphy, chief operating officer, Navy Pier  Day 2 Keynote: Presented by the SIA Women in Security Forum: Living Ambitiously, a Career of Continuous Learning and Innovation  Sponsored by Axis Communications  Anjené Abston, executive director, and security division director, JPMorganChase  Career Zone  Experts at the Career Zone led workshops on how to advance the career, attract and retain young talent Industry experts at the Career Zone led workshops on how to advance the career, attract and retain young talent, foster supportive networks for women in security, manage the career trajectory effectively, and much more. ISC East also brought back the fan-favorite Headshot Studio where guests could receive a complimentary professional photo to add to their portfolios.  ISC West 2025 With attendees eager to network, conduct business, and learn from industry experts, exhibitors look forward to ISC West 2025. At this event held March 31 – April 4 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, attendees can experience the largest and most dynamic security event of the year.   Already making plans for next year? Save the date for ISC East 2025, held from Nov. 18-20 at the Javits Center in New York City.

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named John Nemerofsky as the 2024 recipient of the George R. Lippert Memorial Award, an honour presented annually to a distinguished individual for long-term, selfless service to the security industry and to SIA. Nemerofsky will be presented with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. John Nemerofsky is a beacon of leadership in the security industry. With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years, he has dedicated his career to advancing the innovation and integration of security technology – protecting the people, facilities and reputations of enterprise clients nationwide. Next generation of security As a trailblazer in security integration, Nemerofsky is shaping the future, safeguarding enterprises and inspiring the next generation of security professionals. In 2019, he assumed the role of chief operating officer at SAGE Integration, a national security integration provider operating across 62 major U.S. metro areas and boasting a team of over 19,000 installer partner specialists. Under Nemerofsky’s strategic guidance, the company has become a formidable force in the security industry. During his tenure at Niscayah – now Stanley Security Systems – Nemerofsky was instrumental in the organization’s growth to over $1 billion in revenue. Driving industry advancements John contributes quarterly cues to Security Business Magazine, sharing his expertise for the advance Beyond his role at SAGE, Nemerofsky is deeply engaged in the security industry on multiple fronts. He sits on the boards of PSA and Security Sales & Integration Magazine and is chairperson of the SecurityXchange, highlighting his commitment to driving industry advancements. John contributes quarterly columns to Security Business Magazine, sharing his expertise for the betterment of the industry. Nemerofsky serves on the SIA Board of Directors and is chair of SIA’s Member Engagement and Experience Committee. As vice chair for the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST), he is committed to nurturing the next generation of security professionals. SAGE’s project managers Nemerofsky’s volunteer leadership extends to his championing of SIA’s training, certification and standards programs, including SIA Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP), the Security Project Management (SPM) training and the Certified Security Project Management (CSPM) certification program. He has ensured that all SAGE’s project managers are CSPM certified, supported SIA events, scholarships and other offerings and encouraged his team’s active involvement in programs like Securing New Ground (SNG) and the SIA Human Resources Working Group. Industry contributions Nemerofsky has been honoured with a number of prestigious awards and speaker at SIA events Notable for his industry contributions, Nemerofsky has been honoured with a number of prestigious awards and is a frequent speaker at SIA events, including delivering sessions at ISC West and SNG and presenting the first-ever Security Technician of the Year Awards at ISC East 2023. “SIA’s Lippert Award recipients represent the very best and most dedicated in our industry, with no better example than John Nemerofsky, and we are thrilled to recognise John as this year’s honouree,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson. Impactful service Erickson added: “A truly kind person, John stands out in the security industry as a driving force in innovation, business excellence and leadership, and as a generous contributor of time, expertise and goodwill through his active involvement in SIA, in other industry programs, activities and initiatives and in the larger community." "We thank him for his impactful service to our industry, his commitment to giving back and his passion for growing the security talent pipeline and fostering the next generation of industry pioneers, and we look forward to celebrating him and his outstanding achievements at SIA Honors Night.” PSA Convention in 2023 Away from the professional arena, Nemerofsky finds fulfilment in giving back to the community Recognized for his outstanding industry contributions, Nemerofsky was awarded the PSA Captains, Hang 10 and High Ride awards at the PSA Convention in 2023. He also received SIA’s Sandy Jones Volunteer of the Year Award in 2024. Away from the professional arena, John finds fulfillment in giving back to the community.  Away from the professional arena, Nemerofsky finds fulfilment in giving back to the community. As a proud graduate of the Fox School of Business at Temple University, he stays abreast of the latest industry trends, continuously expanding his knowledge to stay ahead in the ever-evolving field of security technology. As a board member of Mission 500, Nemerofsky dedicates his spare time to philanthropic endeavours, further solidifying his commitment to making a positive impact. SAGE Integration “Thank you to my SAGE Integration family for your unwavering support and to the entire Security Industry Association – Don Erickson, your staff and board of directors for your dedication and partnership,” said Nemerofsky.  “Thank you to Aiden O’Brien and the FAST Board for all your energy and passion and to Mission 500’s Tracy Larson and Janet Fenner for your generosity and drive to help children and families in need. Finally, a special thanks to my wife, Holly, for always bringing energy, enthusiasm and brilliant ideas as we work together to make our industry better every day.” Long-term service to SIA SIA Honors Night is a premier event in New York City held concurrently with ISC East SIA’s Lippert Award is named in honour of George R. Lippert, who dedicated more than 20 years of his life to SIA and the security industry. When evaluating candidates for this award, SIA’s committee considers nominees’ long-term service to SIA and the security industry, the impact of their efforts on behalf of SIA and the industry and the integrity, leadership and diplomacy displayed in their industry dealings. SIA Honors Night is a premier event in New York City held concurrently with ISC East – the Northeast’s pioneering security and public safety event, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor SIA. SIA Honors Night – which includes drinks and networking, a top-quality dinner experience and live entertainment – celebrates exceptional members of the security industry for their leadership, commitment and service to the industry and benefits the work of FAST. SIA Honors 2024 SIA Honors Night brings together and connects up-and-coming security talent with established industry luminaries for an evening of celebration and supporting the future of the security industry.  At SIA Honors 2024, in addition to benefiting FAST’s efforts and presenting the Lippert Award, SIA will also present industry pioneers with the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award and the Progress Award. SIA Honors 2024 will be held Nov. 20 at HK Hall.

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Scott M. Gross, facility security officer at Con Edison, as the 2024 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honour recognising excellence in promoting the implementation of innovative security solutions. SIA will present Gross with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. Scott Gross has over four decades of experience in security and fire protection. In his role at Con Edison, he has played a critical role in improving security practices for one of the nation’s most extensive and complicated utility companies. Latest security technologies All this, coupled with his long experience in deploying the latest state-of-the-art security technologies and proactive stance toward emerging threats, has made him an industry trailblazer.  Since joining Con Edison in 2004, Gross has played an invaluable role in mitigating the growing menace of drone activity over critical infrastructure, integrating airspace security solutions to monitor and respond to drone incursions and ensuring comprehensive surveillance and real-time threat assessment. His innovation and strategic vision have made Con Edison much more capable of protecting its operations from potential disruptions. Broader security strategies Gross has been proactive in advocating for legislative changes to enhance the authority of infrastructure Gross has been proactive in advocating for legislative changes to enhance the authority of critical infrastructure operators in mitigating drone threats, contributing to broader security strategies at the state and national levels. Leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, he has ensured that Con Edison’s security systems autonomously and accurately detect, track, identify and differentiate drones. In addition to his leadership at Con Edison, Gross is an active member of various industry organisations and advisory boards, using his knowledge and vision to help shape the future of security practices. He holds SIA’s Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM) credential. Approach to securing and monitoring “I am honoured to receive the Insightful Practitioner Award. The Security Industry Association gives me the platform to work with and coordinate with other integrators, consultants and end users to better understand the threats on an international as well as a domestic level against the critical infrastructure,” said Gross. “Together, we can work to create a multilayered approach to securing and monitoring all the critical infrastructure systems of this great country.” SIA’s efforts Gross is a prominent security thought pioneer and has participated in a number of SIA events Gross is a prominent security thought pioneer and has participated in a number of SIA events, conferences and initiatives. His many contributions to SIA and the industry include serving on the SIA Utilities Advisory Board, which develops recommendations and guidance for the physical security and cybersecurity of utilities infrastructure, offers formal responses to security rules and guidance proposed by regulatory agencies, shares knowledge with related industries and develops content for SIA events and publications; sharing his expertise as a speaker at ISC East and ISC West; actively participating in a variety of SIA projects and activities related to critical infrastructure security; and supporting SIA’s efforts related to counter-drone solutions. Impact on the security landscape “SIA is proud to announce Scott Gross as the 2024 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award. Scott is an inspiring industry luminary whose zeal for innovation and drive for legislative change have made a great impact on the security landscape, both locally and nationally, and whose deep knowledge and commitment to critical infrastructure protection have made him a sought-after thought pioneer in our industry,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson. “We commend Scott for his impressive accomplishments and valuable contributions to our industry and look forward to recognising him with this special award at SIA Honors Night. We appreciate the trust he has placed in SIA as an effective platform for security practitioner-security supplier collaboration and information sharing.” Implementation of innovative security solutions SIA’s Insightful Practitioner Award was made to honour security practitioners who demonstrate leadership SIA’s Insightful Practitioner Award was created to honour security practitioners who demonstrate leadership and excellence in promoting the implementation of innovative security solutions through education, advocacy and teamwork with the security industry and other stakeholders. SIA Honors Night is a premier event in New York City held concurrently with ISC East – the Northeast’s pioneering security and public safety event, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor SIA. SIA Honors Night – which includes drinks and networking, a top-quality dinner experience and live entertainment – celebrates exceptional members of the security industry for their leadership, commitment and service to the industry and benefits the work of the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST). Future of the security industry SIA Honors Night brings together and connects up-and-coming security talent with established industry luminaries for an evening of celebration and supporting the future of the security industry.  At SIA Honors 2024, in addition to benefiting FAST’s efforts and presenting the Insightful Practitioner Award, SIA will also present industry pioneers with the George R. Lippert Memorial Award and the SIA Progress Award. SIA Honors 2024 will be held Nov. 20 at HK Hall.