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WSC Honors Women of the Year

March 28, 2012

 

Last night, the Women’s Security Council presented its first annual Women of the Year Awards at a reception held at Pinot Brasserie.

Award winners were recognized in a variety of categories for their contributions to the security industry. Those women who were honored are:

  • Systems Integrator:Erica Wood, CSO, American Fire & Security
  • Security Service Provider:Patricia Schmitt, President and CEO, Aegis Protective Services
  • Manufacturer:Carole Dougan, Vice President Strategic Accounts, Arecont Vision
  • Distributor:Debby Maffei, National Account Manager, ScanSource Security
  • End User:Michele Freadman, Deputy Director of Aviation Security Operations, Boston Logan International Airport
  • Dealer:Amy Kothari, President and CEO, Alarm Capital Alliance
  • In the Trenches:Renee Mallonee, Dealer Marketing Manager, Monitronics International

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