SIA Women in Security Forum’s Post

Thanks to everyone who participated in the 2024 #Essentials4JobSecurity Giveback, a #WISF initiative supporting Dress for Success Southern Nevada at #ISCWest! This year's giveback was a huge success, with lots of clothing donations, hundreds of handwritten notes of encouragement to share with DFSSN's clients, education about career opportunities in the #securityindustry and more. Check out WISF's highlights from this year's initiative at the link in the comments! #WomenInSecurity Security Industry Association (SIA) ISC Security Events

#WISF Webinar May 7! Attracting Top Recruits: Pathway to Opportunities for Student Athletes in #Security Discipline, tenacity, goal setting and time management are just a few of the qualities athletes bring to the workforce. Pathways for top talent to enter the security industry are a win-win for those of us looking to hire and the women looking to join their next team. Join the SIA Women in Security Forum for an exciting conversation with coaches and student-athletes from the University of Louisville. Hear firsthand about the skills needed to succeed on and off the court. Together, we will learn about student athletes’ dedicated daily commitments and the unique challenges they encounter when seeking career opportunities outside of their sport. We will discuss security applications and job roles that naturally tie in to #studentathletes’ experiences and can offer promising career opportunities for those entering the workforce. Moderators: Alice DiSanto, vice president of global marketing, Rajant Corporation ; WISF chair Shawn Ruddo, chief solutions officer, Unlimited Technology, Inc. Panelists: Stephanie Norman, associate head coach, women’s basketball, University of Louisville Merissah Russell, varsity basketball guard (13), University of Louisville Dani Busboom Kelly, head coach, women’s volleyball, University of Louisville Phekran Kong (PK), varsity volleyball middle blocker (10), University of Louisville Learn more and RSVP at the link in the comments! #securityindustry #WomenInSecurity

💫A Message From #WISF Chair Alice DiSanto: Inspiration + Aspiration 💫 The vision of the SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) is a “bolder presence for #WomenInSecurity." Does that vision move your mind, filling you with Inspiration?    Knowing WISF leadership, subcommittees and the #WISFPower100, are you focused on achieving more, compelled with an Aspiration to take your place among them?   If the answer to both is “YES”, then know this secret . . . Put your heart to the work at hand. Then, execute with excellence.    By doing these two things, Inspiration + Aspiration = WISF SUCCESS. And, YOU will be noticed. You will walk with illumination in a shared vision. And you will take your place center stage to shape the future.    Women and men, since 2018, WISF is 1,500+ strong. On behalf of past WISF chairs Maureen C. and Kasia Hanson, current chair Alice DiSanto and future chair Candice Aragon, step forward and succeed us with your giftedness, character, strength and commitment.   Begin humbly with steadfast volunteerism to ignite another’s Inspiration and Aspiration. Commit to take part in upcoming activities that unite. The combination will carry us forward.    Near-term, here are a few choice WISF next step opportunities (links in the comments): ✅Check out our Security Industry Association (SIA) Industry Association WISF webpage. ✅Follow the SIA Women in Security Forum here on LinkedIn. ✅Like and repost LinkedIn content, so your connections learn more. ✅Register for the May 7 WISF webinar "Attracting Top Recruits: Pathways to Opportunities for Student Athletes in #Security." ✅Attend the second annual #SecurityLeadHER conference taking place in Phoenix June 24-25 and brought in collaboration by SIA WISF and ASIS International. #securityindustry Alice DiSanto Candice Aragon Kasia Hanson Margie Gurwin Martha Entwistle Tracy Larson Sheryl Pinckney-Maas Yazmina Rawji Beth Anderson Tia M. Eskandari, PMP®, Prosci® Shawn Ruddo Chris Peterson

On April 12 at #ISCWest, industry leaders gathered for a special celebration of the 2024 #WISFPower100 honorees, followed by the Day 3 ISC West Keynote presented by the SIA Women in Security Forum! Attendees enjoyed networking with other #WomenInSecurity and expert insights from Crystal Washington, CSP, CPAE, tech trends expert and one of Forbes' 50 Leading Female Futurists, on harnessing #generativeAI for enhanced performance. Special thanks to sponsors dormakaba and HID for your support! We hope to see you at another SIA event soon. #securityindustry ISC Security Events Security Industry Association (SIA)

#WISF Webinar May 7! Attracting Top Recruits: Pathway to Opportunities for Student Athletes in #Security Discipline, tenacity, goal setting and time management are just a few of the qualities athletes bring to the workforce. Pathways for top talent to enter the security industry are a win-win for those of us looking to hire and the women looking to join their next team. Join the SIA Women in Security Forum for an exciting conversation with coaches and student-athletes from the University of Louisville. Hear firsthand about the skills needed to succeed on and off the court. Together, we will learn about student athletes’ dedicated daily commitments and the unique challenges they encounter when seeking career opportunities outside of their sport. We will discuss security applications and job roles that naturally tie in to #studentathletes’ experiences and can offer promising career opportunities for those entering the workforce. Moderators: Alice DiSanto, vice president of global marketing, Rajant Corporation; WISF chair Shawn Ruddo, chief solutions officer, Unlimited Technology, Inc. Panelists: Stephanie Norman, associate head coach, women’s basketball, University of Louisville Merissah Russell, varsity basketball guard (13), University of Louisville Dani Busboom Kelly, head coach, women’s volleyball, University of Louisville Phekran Kong (PK), varsity volleyball middle blocker (10), University of Louisville Learn more and RSVP at the link in the comments! #securityindustry #WomenInSecurity

New article on #WomenInSecurity in The New York Times! Read stories from three women executive protection leaders: women trained to work in jobs protecting prominent families and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. #securityindustry #WISF https://lnkd.in/dvjwBumT

This morning at #ISCWest, the SIA Women in Security Forum kicked off the day with a special celebration of the 2024 SIA #WISFPower100 honorees. These impressive women are leading, inspiring and innovating in the global #securityindustry, and now is their time to be recognized! Congratulations to the honorees, and thank you for all you do in our industry. Security Industry Association (SIA) ISC Security Events

At #ISCWest this week? LAST CHANCE to participate in the #WISF #Essentials4JobSecurity Giveback, which supports Dress for Success Southern Nevada's efforts to help women achieve financial independence. Drop off donations at SIA's booth (#8089). Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d9mgCzr #securityindustry ISC Security Events

At #ISCWest this week? Participate in the #WISF #Essentials4JobSecurity Giveback, which supports Dress for Success Southern Nevada's efforts to help women achieve financial independence. Drop off donations at SIA's booth (#8089). Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d9mgCzr #securityindustry ISC Security Events

💫💡 April 12: Close out #ISCWest 2024 with the SIA Women in Security Forum Keynote! Join #WISF members for a motivating keynote featuring special guest speaker Crystal Washington, technology trends expert and one of Forbes' 50 Leading Female Futurists! We'll also recognize and celebrate the inspiring women leaders honored in the 2024 SIA #WISFPower100. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eYPg8dfx #securityindustry #WomenInSecurity dormakaba HID