ISS (Intelligent Security Systems), a provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions, announced that security industry veterans Russell Compton and Brian Friedman have joined the company as its new Director of Strategic Partnerships and Regional Sales Director for the Western U.S. respectively.
Russell Compton
Compton, who most recently served as Director of Strategic Sales and Partner Management for Identity Access Management at HID Global, will spearhead the company’s strategy relative to building a robust network of distribution and integration partners across the nation to make the ISS portfolio of video intelligence solutions available to the broader security market.
Before HID, Compton served in several prominent roles throughout the security and technology industries, including Vice President of Sales at identity management firm Intellisoft as well as Product Market Manager for the ThinkPad computer line at Lenovo during a more than eight-year tenure at the laptop maker.
AI-driven solutions
"I joined ISS because I wanted to be part of a company at the forefront of innovation, developing AI-driven solutions that empower our partners with cutting-edge technology,” said Compton.
“It’s exciting to contribute to advancements that solve real-world challenges and make a meaningful impact."
Brian Friedman
Before i-PRO, Friedman also served in lead sales roles for several other video surveillance manufacturers
Friedman, who joins ISS following a six-year stint as District Sales Manager for the West at i-PRO Americas (formerly Panasonic), will be responsible for driving sales and business development efforts for ISS throughout the western U.S.
Before i-PRO, Friedman also served in lead sales roles for several other video surveillance manufacturers, including Avigilon, BriefCam, and Vicon.
Highest security levels
“I joined ISS because of its innovative mission – to lead the way in tailored AI-driven security solutions,” said Friedman.
“ISS leverages advanced technologies that not only react to events but also proactively adapt to the environment, providing the best possible security for the client. With the power to anticipate risks and streamline operations, ISS can deliver the highest level of security in the face of any challenge.”
Strategic partnerships
“As our North American growth continues, the needs of our clients and partners are changing and we want to be able to deliver on their most important needs,” added Matt Powell, Managing Director for North America at ISS.
"Our strategic partnerships are exceedingly more critical to our success and having a colleague who has experience in navigating these relationships is key."
Video intelligence solutions
“Our regional strategy of bringing global experience to the local level means having colleagues that people in the region know and trust. This evolution of our team, having experienced pioneers like Russ and Brian executing the ISS vision, will take us into the future of bringing our video intelligence solutions to the market at a time when it’s needed most.”
A graduate of Clemson University, Compton currently resides in Raleigh, N.C. Originally from Connecticut and a graduate of Sacred Heart University, Friedman is a resident of Murrieta, California.
