Posts Tagged ‘RISE’
RISE and Grind at ISC West 2025
Get to know SIA’s RISE community at ISC West! Join us at the Illy Cafe in the Venetian to network and caffeinate with other young professionals and emerging security leaders. The first 40 attendees will receive complimentary coffee thanks to sponsor ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions.
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Bridging the Gap: Collaboration Between Product and Engineering
As I entered my senior year of my computer science degree, the daunting thought crossed my mind – what was I going to do after graduation? I had done well in my coursework, spent time tutoring students in computer science and math, built simple websites for friends and small businesses and even worked as a…
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IT, Cybersecurity and Physical Security: A Personal Experience Over the Last 15 Years
Foundation in Unified and Integrated Systems I always thought I would end up working with my dad’s company, but I never realized just how much I would grow to love the industry. For over a decade, I had the invaluable opportunity to learn firsthand from my father, Cesar Esquivel, as he built Cesar and Sons…
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Living in Your Three-Foot World
It is often easy to become discouraged and overwhelmed by external factors outside our control. Developing a strategy that allows you to focus on the present, build momentum and eventually accomplish the task you are trying to complete is essential. A concept that I came across that I’ve found very beneficial is called living in…
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Building a Thriving Channel Program in the Security Software Industry: A Vision of Growth and Collaboration
Building a channel partner program from the ground up is not for the faint of heart. It requires vision, patience and a relentless focus on relationships. For security software companies, the shift to a channel model isn’t just a tactical move – it’s a transformation. It’s about building something enduring, something that extends beyond transactions…
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ISC West 2025: A Must-Attend Security Event for Young Professionals
NORWALK, Conn. – ISC West, hosted in collaboration with premier sponsor the Security Industry Association (SIA), is the leading comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S. Taking place at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas from March 31 to April 4, ISC West 2025 is shaping up to be a must-attend experience for young professionals looking to…
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Security Industry Association Welcomes New Leadership of RISE Community for Young Professionals
With several new members, the RISE Steering Committee, under the leadership of Dakota Mackie and new vice chair Kelly Ann Christensen, guides the SIA RISE community in fostering the careers of emerging security industry leaders. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named new members and leadership of the steering committee for SIA RISE, a…
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Foster the Future of the Security Industry by Being a TIME Mentor
Security leaders wanted! Give back to the industry and build meaningful relationships by mentoring a young security professional. Want to give back and help cultivate the next generation of security industry leaders? Don’t miss the opportunity to become a TIME mentor! The Security Industry Association (SIA) is seeking seasoned security industry professionals to serve as mentors in…
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Three Simple Yet Effective Strategies to Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market
In today’s job market, standing out from the crowd is essential to landing your next role. Whether you’re in sales, human resources, operations or marketing, the ability to differentiate yourself can make the difference between getting the job or being overlooked. In the next few minutes, we’ll explore strategies to help you shine within the…
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How Guarding Prepared Me for a Career in Project Management
Seven years ago, I sat before a panel in downtown Seattle, Washington, interviewing for an assistant project manager role. After almost eight years in the guard force arena, I was eager for a new opportunity, but I paused when asked my now-favorite interview question: “How do you express confidence before you have competence?” The potential…
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