Tag: Board of Directors
Mathes: Private equity increasingly focused on durable growth
September 16, 2026Cory Harris, Editor
NEW YORK—As private equity (PE) continues to play a major role across the security industry, attendees at Securing New Ground 2026 will gain insight into how investors are evaluating businesses and identifying future growth opportunities.
During the conference session, "Private Equity Strategies," Mike Mathes, executive vice president at Convergint and chair of the Security Industry Association's (SIA’s) board of directors, will join Justin Anderson, principal at Ares...
NFPA elects Bonney chair, announces board changes
July 2, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass.—The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has named longtime board member John Bonney as the organization's new chairperson of its board of directors following its June 22 Annual Meeting.
Bonney succeeds Dave Paulison, the former FEMA administrator and U.S. fire administrator, who completed his second two-year term as board chair.
A member of the NFPA board since 2015, Bonney previously served as first vice chair. He brings more than 30 years of...
The Monitoring Association elects board of directors for 2026–2028 term
June 5, 2026SSN Staff
MCLEAN, Va.—The Monitoring Association (TMA) has announced the election of seven industry leaders to serve on its board of directors for the 2026–2028 term. The directors will begin their terms following the association’s annual meeting in November 2026.
The following individuals were re-elected to the TMA board of directors:
· Michael Picciola, ADT, LLC – Vice President
· Justin...
ESA announces 2026 board of directors
May 21, 2026SSN Staff
IRVING, Texas—The Electronic Security Association (ESA) announced the results of its 2026 board of directors election following a successful member voting process that concluded on May 14, 2026.
The following individuals were elected to serve on the ESA board of directors:
Integrator directors:
· Jordan Jackson, CEO of Security Central
· Neil Atha, president of Atronic Alarms
· Randall Renfroe, president/CEO of Allstate Security Industries
National...
NFPA Board names Ross Ashley as next CEO and president
April 28, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass.—The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) board of directors has unanimously voted to appoint Ross Ashley as the next president and CEO.
Ashley, a visionary executive with more than 30 years’ experience in corporate leadership, public safety, intelligence and emergency management, will start July 1. He will work alongside Jim Pauley, who has served as NFPA president and CEO since 2014 and will retire at the end of July.
“For 130 years NFPA...
AMAROK completes strategic investment in Evolon to strengthen integrated monitoring
April 23, 2026SSN Staff
COLUMBIA, S.C.—Perimeter security provider AMAROK announced it has completed a strategic investment in Evolon Technology, acquiring a 45% ownership stake in the company.
Evolon provides artificial intelligence (Al)-powered video monitoring and virtual guarding solutions for commercial businesses. The partnership brings together proven perimeter defense and Al-powered monitoring to stop threats earlier, reduce losses, and deliver stronger outcomes for customers.
This investment reinforces...
SIA announces new Board of Directors chair, executive committee and board members
March 24, 2026SSN Staff
LAS VEGAS—The Security Industry Association (SIA) announced its new Board of Directors chair - Mike Mathes of Convergint - and presented two new members to the SIA Board of Directors at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, held March 24 during ISC West.
The SIA Executive Committee for 2026 includes:
Chair: Mike Mathes, executive vice president, Convergint
Immediate Past Chair: Scott Dunn, president, Dunn Strategic Advisory
Secretary: Dave...
Constellis Holdings announces appointment of Dan Gelston as CEO
February 9, 2026SSN Staff
HERNDON, Va.—Constellis Holdings, LLC (Constellis), a global provider of integrated security, training, and risk management solutions, has announced the appointment of Daniel Gelston as chief executive officer, effective immediately.
Outgoing CEO Terry Ryan will transition to the role of executive vice chairman, reporting to the board of directors. This planned leadership change ensures business continuity while accelerating the organization's next phase of technology-led growth.
"After...
NFPA Board announces appointment, re-appointments to Standards Council
February 6, 2026SSN Staff
QUINCY, Mass.—The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Alan Manche, vice president of external affairs at Schneider Electric, to the NFPA Standards Council, to begin a three-year term.
In addition, Anthony Apfelbeck, Dwayne Sloan, and Victoria Valentine were each re-appointed to a second three-year term; Michael Crowley’s appointment was extended for two years; and James Quiter was re-appointed as chair for a second...
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...