Today I'm joined by Michael Silva. He's a veteran of the security consulting industry who got his start installing alarm systems as a teenager in Seattle before opening his own security consulting practice in 1985.
Today I'm joined by Michael Farley. He specializes in standing up and optimizing AI-forward global security operations centers, engineering SOPs, runbooks, and instructional systems that turn operational chaos into what he calls "Source of Truth"...
In this episode, Mike walks us through his career journey and the lessons it produced, including the inside track on professional association pathways that can accelerate your rise into senior security leadership.
Today, I am delighted to introduce Jerry Heying, CEO and President of the International Protection Group (IPG), overseeing global executive protection, secure transportation, and security services across 40+ countries. In this episode, we explore...
Dr. Elizabeth Goins is a leading communication expert specializing in executive coaching, consulting, and training worldwide. In our discussion, we explored communication challenges unique to analytical professionals in security and beyond...
In our discussion today, we discussed Simon’s work as the founder of Kingswood Security Consulting, where he helps clients develop programs to prevent workplace violence, lends his expertise as an expert witness in legal cases involving targeted...
Today’s conversation explored what CPTED is, how it’s applied differently across global communities, how to sell the idea to decision makers, the central role of people in the process, and why CPTED should be accessible to everyone. Terry also...
Today’s guest is Paula Balmori Beltrán, Global Director of Security Design and Integration at Brivo, President of the Secure Building Council, and Director of the U.S. CPTED Association. Paula is a recognized leader at the intersection of...
In this next episode, I was joined by Randall Stickley, a Lead Intelligence-Targeting Analyst supporting federal law enforcement and national security clients. His prior work includes intelligence specialist and supervisory roles addressing drug...
Today’s conversation explored Erin’s career journey and how she navigated major transitions across roles, companies, and countries. We discussed her philosophy about career growth, overcoming early career challenges, and her advice for aspiring...


