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Security North and SouthEpisode #11: Lee Odess (Access Control-London, Lattes, and Lounges)
In this episode we explore all things “access control” with the go-to voice for the access control and the smart lock industry Lee Odess, who joins us on location from London.
Mark and Eddie chat with Lee about where all good stories start- a lounge in Las Vegas, as well as his #mysecuritystory. Lee also gives his thoughts on the current state of access control technology and where it is headed in the future. And how does Access Control impact ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance)? Lee also breaks some news on the next big industry event in the world of a...
2023-05-1825 minSecurity North and SouthEpisode #10: Jason Sikora, CPP- Director of Sales Midwest, Allied UniversalIn this episode, Security North and South tackles the important subject of work/life balance in the security industry as Jason shares some incredible life challenges he has overcome. From early struggles to find his footing in the security profession, to receiving life-changing news when his daughter was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis, Jason shares a message of hope and his advice on maintaining personal and professional priorities. Don’t miss this important discussion…..and do we have our first future President on the podcast….?? About Jason: Jason Sikora is a Security Professional with over 15 years of industry experience, currently serving...
2023-03-1242 minSecurity North and SouthEpisode #9: Jeff DiDomenico, VP- Business Development at Trackforce Valiant + TrackTIk.Security North and South dives into a new series of “Security Personality Profiles” with Jeff DiDomenico, Vice President of Business Development at Trackforce Valiant + TrackTIk. Mark and Eddie chat with Jeff about his #mysecuritystory, keeping his finger on the pulse of security Company Owners/CEO’s, and his passion for raising the profile of the Security Industry. Jeff DiDomenico is VP of Business Development for Trackforce Valiant. Jeff joined Trackforce Valiant in 2000 as a partner & VP of sales & marketing after successfully selling a nationally recognized computer supplies company that he co-founded to OfficeMax. In the following 20+ years Jeff has helped...
2023-02-2021 minSecurity North and SouthEpisode #8: Peter O'Neil, CEO -ASIS InternationalMark and Eddie sit down with a good friend, and ASIS International Colleague, Peter O'Neil. Peter shares some updates on ASIS strategy, DE&I initiatives, and upcoming ASIS events. For more information please visit:
https://www.asisonline.org/
https://securityleadher.org/
https://asiseurope.org/
https://www.gsx.org/
Peter O’Neil assumed the position of CEO of ASIS International in January 2016. Prior to joining ASIS, O’Neil served as CEO of the AIHA, an international professional society representing 10,000 occupational and environmental health and safety professionals globally. In his professional career O’Neil has beco...
2023-02-1521 minSecurity North and SouthEpisode #7: Graham HusseyIn this first episode of 2023, Mark and Eddie chat with Graham Hussey about Software as a service (SaaS), its application in the security services environment, and the challenges of technology adoption and data management in our industry. Graham also shares his #mysecuritystory and talks about the difference in servicing the protection industry in contrast with other markets he has been involved with during his career. About Graham: Graham Hussey has worked with physical security firms for over 5 years while working for a SaaS vendor providing workforce management software designed for the security industry. He witnessed these tools evolve during what...
2023-01-3028 minSecurity North and SouthEpisode #6: Jon Black -Senior VP, HUB InternationalFor this episode Security North and South hit the road and check in from Sunny California. Mark and Eddie welcome Jon Black, Senior Vice President of HUB International. Jon is a US Army veteran and former Company Commander who transitioned to the Insurance Industry. Jon specializes in working with private security companies and has a unique insight into how to manage risk, underwriting, and the overall insurance program. In our first “outdoor” episode, Jon chats with Mark and Eddie about how to approach insurance as a security practitioner, how he got into the industry, and a few tips on how to...
2022-10-2119 minSecurity North and SouthEpisode #5: Suzanna Alsayed-Founder, EvolutzIn this Episode Mark and Eddie tackle Marketing/Branding in the Security Industry. They chat with Suzanna about Personal Branding vs Corporate Branding, using social media effectively, and other great tips on how to get your message out to current and future customers. About Suzanna Alsayed: She is an Emergency Management and Security Specialist in Toronto with over eight years of diverse experience in roles within both public and private sectors with expertise in facilitating multi-disciplinary projects involving internal and external stakeholders. In 2020, Suzanna founded Hilt International Security Inc., a holistic security firm that focuses on bridging the gap b...
2022-09-1030 minSecurity North and SouthEpisode #4: Antoinette King -Credo Cyber Consulting, LLCIn this Episode, we talk with Antoinette King, PSP, DPPS, SICC, CMMC-RP the founder of Credo Cyber Consulting, LLC. She has over 21 years of experience in the security industry. Antoinette has held roles within the security industry that include Engineered Systems Specialist, Operations Manager, Regional Sales Manager, and Key Account Manager in both integration and manufacturing. Antoinette is a Board-Certified Physical Security Professional (PSP), as well as a certified Data Privacy Protection Specialist (DPPS). She has an associate degree in Criminal Justice, a Bachelor of Science in Managing Security Systems, and a Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity Policy and Risk...
2022-08-1235 min
Security North and SouthEpisode #3: Steve Reinharz, CEO Robotic Assistance DevicesSteve Reinharz is a proven and seasoned leader in the physical security industry with 20+ years of experience holding various roles in multiple disciplines. Mr. Reinharz has created and launched a successful line of artificial intelligence-powered solutions specifically developed for the security industry. Mark and Eddie talked with Steve about how technology is bringing much-needed innovation to the security industry, and Steve shares his thoughts on what is happening now, what needs to happen sooner, and what the future may look like. Find out more about Steve and his mission to transform the security industry at: https://aitx.ai/
2022-03-2421 minSecurity North and SouthEpisode #2: Keith Oringer, Founder and President of Security ProAdvisorsKeith sits down with Mark and Eddie to share his insight and perspective on the current state of Mergers and Acquisitions, and where the security industry may be headed in the future.
Keith Oringer, Founder and President of Security ProAdvisors, is a security executive with more than 30 years of experience in the industry and extensive experience in the acquisition of companies. U.S. Security Associates was co-founded by Kenneth Oringer, Keith’s father, in 1993 and was subsequently sold to Goldman Sachs Capital Partners in July 2011 for $640 million, and then sold again in October 2018 to Allied Universal for mor...
2022-03-0417 min
Security North and SouthWhat’s in Store For the Private Security Industry in 2022?Join Mark Folmer and Eddie Sorrells for the inaugural episode of Security North and South. Mark and Eddie explain the vision and goals of Security North and South, and both give their top three issues facing the private security industry in 2022.
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