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crime nexus . She designs courses for federal law enforcement and security organizations , and is a senior fellow at the Center for Cyber and Homeland Security at George Washington University . “ Today ’ s threat landscape is constantly changing , and cities face risks to the safety and security of citizens every day ,” Dr . Hesterman said . “ Security Week aims to provide businesses and communities with a high-level view of the tools needed to prepare for possible threats , identify risks and think critically about ways to protect the public . I commend ASIS for their drive to create this initiative , and I am excited to offer insight into these efforts .”
Paul Timm , PSP , President of RETA Security
Paul Timm , PSP , President of RETA Security , and author of School Security : How to Build and Strengthen a School Safety Program , will provide insight on challenges facing educational institutions and community organizations . A nationally recognized school security expert , Timm has more than 17 years of security consulting experience and has received the Regional Certification Award from ASIS International four times .
Additional Activities
Attendees on Sunday will receive passes to attend free educational seminars presented in the exhibit hall , Sept 12-14 , during the Annual Seminar . Topics include active shooter response , fundamentals of a risk assessment , protecting soft targets and security guard service standards . On Wednesday , Sept . 14 , law enforcement , first responders and military personnel are invited to experience the full scope of the annual seminar at no cost . The comprehensive line-up of education
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programs , demonstrations , and events enables individuals to learn about future opportunities in private industry , educate themselves on enterprise security and cyber best practices , and hear lessons learned from seasoned professionals . Security Week wraps up on Thursday with recognition of the winner of the 2016 ASIS Foundation School Security Funding Competition . This year ’ s honoree , Lake Brantley High School , received a $ 20,000 donation for security upgrades . There will be a media event at the school on Sept . 9 , 2016 , and the principal will be recognized at the ASIS 2016 closing lunch on Sept . 15 . “ Everyone deserves a safe place to work , live and play ,” said David C . Davis , CPP , President , ASIS International . “ Security Week creates a holistic approach to community action and preparedness , and will leave our host seminar communities , as safer , more prepared environments .” ASIS International , ( ASIS ) is the largest membership organization for security management professionals that crosses industry sectors , embracing every discipline along the security spectrum , from physical security and crisis management to loss prevention and cybersecurity . Founded in 1955 , ASIS is dedicated to increasing the effectiveness of security professionals at all levels .
Through hundreds of chapters across the globe , ASIS develops and delivers board certifications and industry standards , hosts networking opportunities , publishes the award-winning Security Management magazine , and offers educational programs , including the Annual Seminar and Exhibits – the security industry ’ s most influential event . Whether providing thought leadership through the CSO Center for the industry ’ s most senior executives or advocating before business , government , or the media , ASIS is focused on advancing the profession and ensuring that the security community has access to intelligence , resources , and technology needed within the business enterprise .
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