Tag: Lee Odess
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...
SIA names Andrew Campagnola as chair of Built Environment Advisory Board
March 20, 2026SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Andrew Campagnola as the new chair of the Built Environment Advisory Board - an expert-led group that fosters engagement between the global security industry and adjacent markets such as proptech and smart buildings through partnerships, education and thought leadership.
Campagnola serves as director of product management at Kastle, where he leads product strategy for managed security solutions focused on commercial...
SIA appoints Lee Odess to its board of directors
March 19, 2025SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Lee Odess to serve as the newest member of the SIA Board of Directors.
Odess is the CEO of The Access Control Collective (TACC), where he leads a dynamic portfolio of brands that shape how the access and smart lock industry evolves, communicates and innovates. Through multiple channels, he extends his influence and helps businesses navigate and excel in the evolving business landscape. These channels include...
SIA launches membership program and community for startup companies
February 24, 2025SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the launch of Startups in Security, a new community and accelerator program for security innovators.
This dynamic initiative, guided by SIA’s Executive Advisory Board, is an initiative designed to identify, support and partner with innovative startups, scale-ups and industry leaders shaping the future of security technology.
Startups in Security is designed for companies classified as startups or scale-ups...
AMAG Technology hosts inaugural Security Engineering Symposium Europe
October 24, 2024SSN Staff
TEWKESBURY, U.K.—AMAG Technology recently hosted its first Security Engineering Symposium (SES) Europe conference Oct. 17–18, 2024.
Over 70 end users, integrators and consultants from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) attended the event held at the Tewkesbury Park Hotel. While this event has been held in the U.S. many times, it is the first time it was held in the United Kingdom.
AMAG President David Sullivan and Director of Sales-EMEA & APAC James Clark opened...
‘Giving their time and support’ - Mission 500 mentor auction to help children in need
September 10, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
ORLANDO, Fla.—The item up for bid at Mission 500’s upcoming silent auction is not really an item in the literal sense – it’s an opportunity to spend invaluable time with some of the security industry’s top leaders.
The industry's non-profit organization is hosting a mentor auction during the Global Women in Security Gala on Sept. 21, at The Westgate Resort in Orlando, Fla., just two days before the start of Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024.
“It’s...
SSN Access Control Webcast – Wrestling with the legacy to define modern electronic access control
June 12, 2024Ken Showers
YARMOUTH, Maine — The advent of 2020 marked a change in the development of electronic access control as we know it, with systems evolving to meet the needs of a modern era.
Security Systems News’ latest webcast, “Modern Electronic Access Control: Redefining the Enterprise,” gathered together expert panelists to explore the changing shape of electronic access control. The panelists discussed and shared their insights on topics like the changing requirements & expectations...
ACS Quest scavenger hunt to make debut at ISC West
April 2, 2024SSN Staff
LAS VEGAS—A “one-of-a-kind” experience awaits attendees at next week’s ISC West with the debut of ACS Quest, a scavenger hunt featuring the best in the #accesscontrol and #smartlock industry.
Limited to just 500 participants, ACS Quest is hosted by Access Control Executive Brief CEO Lee Odess and brings together industry influencers, manufacturers, and enthusiasts for an engaging exploration. With real prizes at stake, including a grand prize of $25,000 on both Wednesday,...
SIA announces conference lineup for AcceleRISE 2023
June 29, 2023SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the schedule, speaker lineup and program for the 2023 AcceleRISE conference, hosted by SIA’s RISE community for young leaders and those new to the security industry.
This year’s AcceleRISE will take place Aug. 14-16 at the Magnolia Hotel Denver.
AcceleRISE is an exciting, innovative conference created specifically for young security talent and designed to ignite new thinking,...
SIA names Lee Odess as 2023 Committee Chair of the Year
February 13, 2023SSN Staff
SILVER SPRING, Md.—The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Lee Odess, CEO of Access Control Executive Brief, as the 2023 recipient of the SIA Committee Chair of the Year Award, which recognizes individuals for excellence in leading SIA committees and advancing member objectives.
SIA will present Odess with the award at The Advance, SIA’s annual membership meeting, which will be held March 28 during ISC West.
In 2022, Odess was instrumental in launching...