Threats against corporate executives and their families continue to climb, especially as converged risks broaden avenues for harm, says Fred Burton from Ontic. Also in this episode—sponsored by Genetec—Erik Antons, CPP, PSP, explains the new nature of hiring onboarding amid remote work and how to navigate cultural and organizational pitfalls when settling into a new role. Mathieu Chevalier from Genetec and SM Highlights host Chuck Harold discuss some of the top things security managers can do to improve their physical security systems’ cybersecurity, from passwords to supply chains.

Learn more about Genetec at www.genetec.com

Cannabis security requirements vary widely based on location, medical marijuana vs. recreational, and local risk profiles, making establishing baselines of security difficult. Carrie Goetz, PSP, joins SM Highlights host Chuck Harold to discuss the formulation of cannabis security best practices and a forthcoming ASIS Guideline. Hear more from Goetz and Tim Sutton, CPP, PSP, in their GSX session: New Cannabis Security Guide.

Learn more about ASIS Standards & Guidelines—which are available to ASIS members for free in eBook format—here: https://www.asisonline.org/publications--resources/standards--guidelines/

In this special GSX 2021 episode of SM Highlights, sponsored by HID Global, Letitia Emeana, CPP, PSP, explains the UK Protect Duty and how it ties into the future of public–private partnerships. In addition, Julian Lovelock, vice president of the global business segment at HID Global, joins to discuss converged credentialing—especially as more organizations move to hybrid models.

Emeana participated in two online exclusive presentations, Anticipated Effects of “UK Protect Duty” on Large Public Spaces and Venues and Public/Private Partnership Support—Stronger Together, at GSX 2021 on the future of partnerships for public safety. GSX sessions will be available online through the end of 2021. Learn more at https://www.gsx.org/gsx-digital/.

Learn more about HID Global at https://www.hidglobal.com/

Larry Thompson, director of security for the Orlando Magic, joins SM Highlights host Chuck Harold to discuss the complexities of preparing security for large-scale events—especially after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Also in this episode, sponsored by Genetec, Kyle Hurt explains the current state of unified—not just integrated—security platforms.

GSX attendees can hear more from Thompson during his GSX session on Monday, 27 September: https://gsx21.mapyourshow.com/8_0/sessions/session-details.cfm?scheduleid=671

Learn more about Genetec here: https://www.genetec.com/

“Access rules the landscape—every attacker wants it, and every employee has it,” says Jon Ford at Mandiant, who joins this month’s episode, sponsored by Alert Enterprise, to discuss insider threat elements and how to address risks and resilience. Also in this episode, Willem Ryan shares insider threat vs. insider care guidance, and Emily May breaks down the options available to bystanders who could intervene in harassment.

This episode was sponsored by Alert Enterprise. Learn more at www.alertenterprise.com

Scott Stewart, vice president of intelligence for TorchStone Global, joins SM Highlights host Chuck Harold to discuss the history and current status of two major jihadist terrorist groups—al Qaeda and the Islamic State—and what their shift toward grassroots terrorism means for security professionals. In addition, Stewart explains the current situation in Afghanistan, the Taliban’s aims, and what the latest upheaval in the Middle East may mean for global security and terrorism.

Read more about the state of jihadist terrorism in the September/October 2021 edition of Security Management, coming soon.

In this episode of Security Management Highlights, sponsored by AlertEnterprise, Mohammed Shehzad discusses the unique and complex nature of university security technology and how to manage technology portfolios and lifecycles. On the critical infrastructure front, AlertEnterprise CSO Mark Weatherford outlines the growth of cyber threat awareness and regulation, then Ross Johnson, CPP, shares good news about protecting electrical power and utilities in North America.

Learn more about critical infrastructure technology challenges in the August edition of Security Technology: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/monthly-issues/security-technology/archive/2021/august/

Learn more about AlertEnterprise at https://alertenterprise.com/.

Adam Darrah from Vigilante explains how pandemic closures, stressors, and funding triggered changes in organized crime worldwide, including criminals blatantly advertising their skills and wares on social media. Then, Phil Melcher, CPP, from the St. Louis Cardinals, explains how Busch Stadium integrates its security efforts with the local community to address crime, develop strategies, and be good neighbors.

Learn more about these topics in the July/August issue of Security Management: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/monthly-issues/archive/2021/julyaugust/

In this bonus episode of SM Highlights, Brian Johnson joins host Chuck Harold to discuss research into variable and vague cannabis security regulations and compliance and where those fail to address principles of defense in depth.

Read more in the May/June issue of Security Management: https://www.asisonline.org/security-management-magazine/monthly-issues/archive/2021/mayjune/

In this episode of SM Highlights, Lauren Shapiro outlines recent human trafficking liability updates in the United States and private security’s role in helping victims; Derk Boss, CPP, shares how casino security and technology have changed since the beginning of COVID-19; and Elisa Costante breaks down the three big challenges in connected devices.