Tag: Michael Lavway
Specifically Speaking: Michael Lavway on reimagining the role of security
June 25, 2025Cory Harris, Editor
LARKSPUR, Calif.—Michael Lavway sees security as “the great equalizer” - “every organization wants to protect its people, assets and reputation.” But as the industry evolves, he sees security as not only a “protective function” but also a “business enabler.”
“That’s why our mission is to deliver solutions and strategies that allow security leaders to thrive now and in the future,” says Lavway, principal consultant within...
ZBeta names Mike Lavway as principal consultant
May 5, 2025SSN Staff
SAN FRANCISCO—ZBeta, a provider of comprehensive physical security consulting services, has appointed Mike Lavway as its new principal consultant.
With more than 15 years of expertise in enterprise security risk management, physical security technologies, and emerging solutions, Lavway will be key in advancing ZBeta’s client strategies and innovation efforts.
As principal consultant, Lavway will drive the strategy and execution of consulting services and guide the development of...
What Are You Looking For?
July 20, 2022Cory Harris, Editor
I’m channeling my wife’s favorite band, U2, for this week’s blog. Why? Well, perhaps you still haven’t found what you’re looking for.
I’m not talking about an earring or a set of keys that you’re tearing your room apart trying to find. I’m talking about filling an open job position with a qualified, or perhaps an unqualified candidate for your security company.
It’s no secret that hiring good, quality security people has proven to be extremely...
On the Mic
June 22, 2022Cory Harris, Editor
From the keyboard to the big stage!
Growing up, I had aspirations of becoming a sportscaster. When I was in college, I took a major step in fulfilling that dream as I called basketball and football games on the school radio station, and even hosted a one-hour sports talk show on Sunday nights.
After graduating, I took my goals of becoming a sportscaster one step further by enrolling in the Connecticut School of Broadcasting in, where else, New Jersey! Unfortunately, if I wanted a job right...
Integrators '20 under 40' 2017—Michael Lavway
October 4, 2017Paul Ragusa
Michael Lavway, 33Senior manager, Enterprise Security Risk Group, Aronson Security Group (ASG)Renton, Wash.Michael Lavway joined ASG, a Security Risk Management Services (SRMS) provider, in 2013 after serving nearly seven years as an officer in the U.S. Army. But ASG was not his first foray into the security industry.“I attended Northeastern University to get a degree in criminal justice, so my sights were set on security from 17 years old,” he said, noting that he gained invaluable experience...