Don’t miss this session: Global Threats Affecting the Security Profession: ASIS International Board of Director’s Perspective.
This 2-part session # 5210 and #5306 will be presented on Tuesday 26 September beginning at 1400 EDT
Regardless of whether you can join me here, take advantage of the provocative, insightful and timely topics, which address a majority of the most important issues facing security professionals worldwide. Review the sessions now and maximize your attendance at this year’s event.
Howard Joins ASIS International Foundation Board of Trustees
The ASIS Foundation is dedicated to supporting our members, our profession and our communities. With the support of ASIS International, member and chapter donations and corporate support, the Foundation is able to invest in elevating security practice through research and education.
- Education – Talented and worthy members and security students around the globe receive scholarship support from the Foundation to pursue education and certification in the security field.
- Research – Each year the Foundation invests in actionable research on current challenges and industry trends in the security field.
Howard is committed to the foundations mission and vision and invites anyone who is eager to know more about how they can participate in the foundation’s growth to contact him.
Physical Security Principles – 2nd printing released
The ASIS International Book Store announced the release of the second printing of this wonderful study guide and reference text. Howard is a co-contributing Editor. The book is now available either on line or if you’re in attendance at the ASIS International Seminar and Exhibits in Dallas, stop by the bookstore and get you very own.
ASIS International Board of Director Appointment
Serving the Association
Howard joined ASIS International as a member in May 1981. Since then he has remained an active member. When the opportunity to submit an application for consideration to join the board of directors was presented it was met with both humility and gratitude. Elections were held a year ago and he has now served on the board for the last 6 months. The opportunity to be a resource and serve the association and the industry are unparalleled. “I couldn’t be more excited to provide assistance, inputs and leadership in this new role, I am delighted to be in the company of so many dedicated volunteer leaders both on the board and throughout the association.”
ASIS CVP 2016 Appointment
Howard is reappointed to ASIS International International’s Council Vice President position for another two year term.
The ASIS International Councils serve the membership through identification of information regarding security issues in their specific concentration. In addition, ASIS International Councils provide support to, and enhancement of, ASIS International educational programs and materials designed to meet the needs of professionals with specific security concerns and issues inherent to a specific industry.
ASIS International Councils provide a vital link between practitioners and the Society to ensure that only the most relevant and latest information on security practices is made available to ASIS International members.
Howard’s 2016 assignment will have him working directly with four (4) Councils, Defense & Intelligence, Retail Loss Prevention, Military Liaison and Hospitality, Entertainment & Tourism Security Councils.
Security Industry Association NPS 2016 ISC-W
Howard is selected to participate again as a Security Industry Association (SIA) New Products Showcase (NPS) Judge at this year’s ISC West. Held this year the week of April 6-7. Howard has participated as a judge for the past 5 years at ISC West. The NPS recognizes innovative products and services in electronic physical security. NPS Judges represent a carefully selected cross-section of industry experts and are drawn from dealers, specifiers, end-users, distributors and practitioners. Judges review the NPS applications prior to the ISC West seminars and exhibits. NPS participants present their entries to a panel of judges, who further add to their knowledge of entries when they explore the show floor the following day. After completing their unbiased and comprehensive evaluations, the judges select the best product or service in each category for which there is a sufficient number of entrants.
Security Industry Association NPS 2015 ISC W
Howard joined the ranks of The Security Industry Association’s (SIA) New Products Showcase Judges at this year’s ISC West held in Las Vegas the week of April 13, 2015. Howard has participated as a Judge for the past 4 years at ISC West. The New Product Showcase (NPS) recognizes innovative products and services in electronic physical security. NPS Judges represent a carefully selected cross-section of industry experts and are drawn from dealers, specifiers, end-users, distributors and practitioners. Judges carefully review the NPS applications prior tothe ISC West. The day before the show opens, NPS participants present their entries to a panel of judges, who further add to their knowledge of entries when they explore the show floor the following day. After completing their unbiased and comprehensive evaluations, the judges select the best product or service in each category for which there is a sufficient number of entrants.
Howard’s 2015 term as ASIS Council VP
Howard is reappointed to ASIS International Council Vice President position.
The ASIS Councils serve the membership through identification of information regarding security issues in their specific concentration. In addition, ASIS Councils provide support to, and enhancement of, ASIS educational programs and materials designed to meet the needs of professionals with specific security concerns and issues inherent to a specific industry.
The ASIS Councils provide a vital link between practitioners and the Society to ensure that only the most relevant and latest information on security practices is made available for members.
Howard works directly with four (4) Councils: Defense & Intelligence, Gaming & Wagering Protection, Global Terrorism, Political Instability & International Crime and the Physical Security Councils
He is also member of the Rapid Response Team Subcommittee, Policy and Procedures Subcommittee, Marketing Department Liaison and is the Council-Standards Liaison. He is also a member of the ASIS International certifications programs committee.
Mecklenburg County, NC Assessments
Under contract to The Professional Engineering Group, Howard provided onsite physical security surveys at buildings under the auspices of County’s Real Estate Services Department as overseen by the County Security Coordinator.
Inaugural iPad App
The Security Technology Executive iPad App can be downloaded from the Apple App Store beginning today with featured updates for registered users and new content presented each edition, each month, and on demand. www.securityinfowatch.com/magazine/