How do organizations not only attract talent but ensure they have the right talent? What does modern training curriculum look like? How do you get employees/members to want to seek it out?

To answer these questions, SDM spoke with: Candice Aragon, chief experience officer, PSA Network; Elli Reges, Ph.D., director of learning & development, SIA; Ron Hawkins, director of industry relations, SIA; Rebecca Bayne, president, Bayne Consulting & Search; and Kyle Gordon, executive vice president, sales, marketing & commercial excellence, AMAG Technology. 

In celebration of Earth Day 2026, SDM sat down with Kristi Keating of Securitas Technology, Chris Shanelaris of Axis Communications, Richard Kasslack of NVT Phybridge and Joshua Tucker of ASSA ABLOY to explore the best approaches to sustainability in the modern security ecosystem.

What’s the secret to staying relevant after decades in the security industry? SDM sat down with Daniel Rosales of Telguard to discuss lessons from his 17-year journey with the company, the importance of people and customer support, and how technologies like multi-carrier connectivity are shaping the future of security communications.

On the heels of a huge month for sports and entertainment, SDM spoke with Greg Parker, vice president, life cycle solutions at Johnson Controls, to discuss the intricate, comprehensive planning that goes into these large events. The conversation spanned the integrator’s role in mega-event planning, environmental management, threat detection and the fan experience.

SDM spoke with Joe Lynch about the company founding and history, changes he has seen in the industry, where he sees AI’s role going forward, and much more.

SDM recently spoke with Brent Ennals, CEO, Cento, about the company's decision to expand into the U.S. market. The conversation spanned the firm's approach to helping organizations meet their talent demands as well as Cento's goals in the U.S. market.

Net Payne, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, March Networks, talks AI smart search and its capabilities beyond "find the red shirt" or "find the blue van."