NYC leaders to take center stage at ISC East 2025

NORWALK, Conn.—ISC East, with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with the ASIS International NYC Chapter, will feature a lineup of New York City leaders in its 2025 Keynote Series and ASIS International NYC Person of the Year Luncheon.

Held Nov. 18–20 at the Javits Convention Center, ISC East offers attendees unparalleled access to the experts driving security and public safety in the region.

“There is no better place than New York City to unite the industry and spotlight leaders who represent the city’s spirit of innovation, resilience, and commitment to public safety,” said ISC Event Vice President Mary Beth Shaughnessy. “Their perspectives are essential as we work to protect and strengthen the systems that power this dynamic city and the world at large.”

The ISC East Day 1 Keynote, “Securing NYC: Technology and Innovation in Public Safety,” will be delivered by Kaz Daughtry, deputy mayor for public safety, New York City, on Wednesday, Nov. 19.

Drawing on nearly two decades of experience with the New York City Police Department (NYPD), Deputy Mayor Daughtry will explore how New York City is leveraging cutting-edge technology to address an evolving threat landscape. Highlights will include the expansion of the NYPD Drone Program, which enhances situational awareness, emergency response and community trust.

Amanda Mason, vice president of intelligence at Related Companies, will headline the Day 2 keynote on Thursday, Nov. 20. Presented by the SIA Women in Security Forum, Mason’s keynote, “Protecting New York’s Critical Infrastructure: A Hudson Yards Perspective,” will offer an exclusive look into the complexities of securing the largest private real estate development in U.S. history. Mason will delve into the intersection of cyber, physical and geopolitical risks and highlight strategies for integrating intelligence into operations to protect critical assets.

“The 2025 SIA Education at ISC East conference program offers show attendees access to a wide array of informative, impactful content on the top issues facing our industry,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson. “This year’s keynote speakers, Kaz Daughtry and Amanda Mason, will share valuable insights from leading public safety and critical infrastructure security initiatives in the largest city in the country, and conference attendees will also benefit from over 75 premier sessions, including interactive panels, technical training and workshops that will help them propel their knowledge, careers and businesses.”

ISC East will also host the annual ASIS International NYC Person of the Year Luncheon. This event will honor New York Police Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch and feature a keynote address from James O’Neill, former police commissioner of New York City and current head of global security at Visa.

The Person of the Year Luncheon will address the importance of public-private partnerships, highlighting how the security industry collaborates with the NYPD and other agencies to ensure the protection and safety of people, businesses, and critical infrastructure.

“The ASIS International New York City Chapter is proud to recognize New York Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch as our 2025 Person of the Year. The commissioner’s leadership, vision and commitment to public safety exemplify the very best of law enforcement and its vital partnership with the private sector,” said Brian H. Reich, CPP, chairman of the board, ASIS International NYC Chapter. “Honoring the commissioner at our annual luncheon during ISC East is not only a celebration of the NYPD’s achievements, but also a reminder of the shared responsibility we all hold in keeping New York City - and our communities everywhere - safe and resilient.”

For more details on keynote presentations, education sessions, special events, or any other show programming, please visit https:/​/​www.isceast.com.