Tag: 2026
Execute, simplify, unify: A look at Acre’s 2026 playbook
February 18, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
PLANO, Texas—When Acre Security CEO Kumar Sokka sent a letter to partners at the start of the year, the message was clear - 2025 was about listening; 2026 is about executing.
Sokka described the letter as a “full-circle moment” tied back to his first communication when he became CEO last June. “I’ve visited hundreds of customers and held partner sessions around the world,” he said. “This year’s letter was about closing the loop...
ISC West session preview: How private response networks are combatting false alarms
February 16, 2026Ken Showers, Managing Editor
LAS VEGAS — The prevalence of false alarms has led to law enforcement de-prioritizing or eliminating the investigation of incidents across the country, creating a security service gap that leaves dealers and monitoring centers holding the bag.
But private response networks might hold the key in revolutionizing alarm verification drawn from a plethora of raw data drawn from alarm responses. For insight into that process Security Systems News spoke with Mark Zimmerman, CEO at RSPNDR, ahead...
SIA names Daniël Reichman, Mark Schreiber as Sandy Jones Volunteers of the Year
February 12, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Daniël Reichman, Ph.D., and Mark Schreiber, CPP, CPD, as the 2026 recipients of the Sandy Jones Volunteer of the Year Award.
SIA will present Reichman and Schreiber with the award at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which will be held March 24 during ISC West.
Reichman is the CEO and chief scientist of Ai-RGUS, an artificial intelligence startup spun out of Duke University....
ISC West 2026 unveils keynote speakers and AI-powered learning platform
January 30, 2026SSN Staff
NORWALK, Conn.—ISC West 2026, hosted March 23-27 in collaboration with the Security Industry Association (SIA), has announced a robust SIA Education@ISC Program aimed to educate the industry on what’s new and next.
With a three-day keynote series and sessions featuring top cybersecurity experts and stakeholders from organizations across the private and public sector, 2026 sessions will provide attendees with invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping...
Safety Stand Down 2026 theme announced
January 27, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass.—The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), along with four other associations, has announced that the theme for Safety Stand Down 2026 is “Firefighter FITNESS: Fit to Serve, Fit for Life.”
Safety Stand Down, which takes place June 14-20, is a joint initiative of the NFPA, International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) Safety, Health and Survival Section, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), the Fire Department Safety Officers...
Acadian national sales representative named a One Acadiana Ambassador for 2026
January 27, 2026SSN Staff
LAFAYETTE, La.—Acadian Total Security National Sales Representative Tom Bongarzone has been selected as a One Acadiana Ambassador for 2026.
One Acadiana Ambassadors demonstrate a strong commitment to community engagement, actively support local businesses, and serve as representatives who build connections, promote economic growth, and encourage membership and participation.
Being named an ambassador provides Bongarzone with the opportunity to engage in community and economic development...
Dallas Cowboys legend “Moose” Johnston named ESX General Session speaker
January 27, 2026SSN Staff
IRVING, Texas—Dallas Cowboys football legend Daryl “Moose” Johnston will take to the Main Stage to kick things off as General Session speaker at ESX 2026.
The former fullback and three-time Super Bowl Champion knows what it takes to win – both on and off the field. He will be a powerfully inspirational speaker during the General Session at ESX 2026, which will be held June 1-4 at the Irving Convention Center in Irving, Texas.
“Daryl Johnston's...
SIA names Dakota Mackie and John Nemerofsky as 2026 SIA Chair’s Award honorees
January 22, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Dakota Mackie and John Nemerofsky as the 2026 recipients of the SIA Chair’s Award, an award presented annually and selected by SIA’s Board of Directors chair recognizing SIA members’ efforts in furthering the association’s mission and commitment to its future.
SIA will present Mackie and Nemerofsky with their awards at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership...
RAD to exhibit and present at ISC West 2026
January 21, 2026SSN Staff
DETROIT — Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions (AITX), along with its wholly owned subsidiary, Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD), have confirmed plans to exhibit and present at ISC West, taking place March 23 to 27, 2026 at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas.
At ISC West 2026, RAD will present a full lineup of autonomous security solutions including ROAMEO Gen 4, RIO Mini, ROSA, AVA, TOM, RADCam Enterprise, and RAM, all orchestrated by the Company’s proprietary AI platform, SARA...
Cremins to be honored with SIA Standards Service Award
January 20, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Dan Cremins as the 2026 recipient of the SIA Standards Service Award.
SIA will present Cremins with the award at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which will be held March 24 during ISC West.
The SIA Standards Service Award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated continued excellence and tireless service in volunteer efforts related to the leadership, development, education and advocacy of...