Safety Feature
Our online media channel The Safety Feature brings together industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators to share their insights and experiences on a variety of Security & Life Safety topics. You’ll gain valuable knowledge and perspectives on the latest trends, challenges, and best practices in the industry that can help you stay ahead of the curve.
Episodes
Catch a high-energy episode where host Michael Gips challenges author Christopher Stitt of Scaling Pyramids: Leadership Lessons from a Mid-Level Bureaucrat to answer leadership questions in 30 seconds flat—no overthinking allowed. Drawing from his State Department career and volunteer work, Stitt advocates reframing security leadership as service-oriented, emphasizing that understanding colleagues' needs and goals creates exponenti...
This third episode of our thought leadership series, hosted by Don Morrow, features Jonathan Perillo of Safyst discussing his Perception-Throughput Threat Assessment Framework, a new approach that helps security professionals conduct more proactive risk assessments by analyzing how perception, motivation, and audience impact interact—without req...
Michael Gips speaks with security expert Luca Tenzi and crisis management consultant Patrick Trancu about the tragic Crans-Montana fire, examining how alpine tourism conditions, emergency response challenges, and communication gaps can compound disaster. The conversation focuses on critical lessons about preparedness, crisis communication, and life safety in high-risk entertainment venues.
Riley Fields from Ring Protect Inc. discusses the critical importance of security licensing for consumer protection and professional credibility in host Don Morron's second thought leadership episode. Topics covered include state-by-state variations, costs, compliance requirements, and why both security professionals and end-users should understand licensing regulations.
Our Thought Leadership Series explores the strategies, standards, and stories shaping the future of our industry with some of the most respected voices in safety and security. In this inaugural episode, former Diplomatic Security Service veteran Christopher Stitt discusses how security professionals can build effective cross-functional relationships by understanding organizational silos.
LSA Secretary Matt Porcelli and Tim McCreight, CEO and founder of TaleCraft Security, discuss how modern security officers now work with advanced technologies like drones, AI, and robotics as force multipliers rather than replacements. The conversation emphasizes Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) principles, and how data-driven security approaches can help organizations make informed business decisions.
Host Michael Gips, President, LSA, chats with James Tunkey, Chief Operating Officer and Senior Partner at I-OnAsia, about the complexities of conducting security investigations and due diligence across the Asian market. The discussion covers cultural considerations, regional threat landscapes, geopolitical impacts on business operations, and the evolution of security and cyber risk management in an increasingly complex global envir...
Join LSA host Matthew Porcelli, and Tyler Schmoker, Managing Partner of Maritime Support Concepts, for an insightful discussion on how security professionals can maximize their LinkedIn presence on the world's largest professional network. Discover some helpful tips on how to optimize your profile, improve your networking experience, present your brand, and generate business funnels that convert connections into clients.
Christopher Stitt, CEO of Crisis Lead LLC, hosts Melissa Agnes, CEO of the Crisis Ready Institute, to discuss the importance of visionary crisis leadership, which involves transforming crises into opportunities for growth and connection. Melissa also shares information on her certification program, which trains leaders to embody visionary crisis leadership, focusing on self-awareness, connection, and influence.
Join Moderator Kirk MacDowell as he chats with LSA Member Mindy Pretzman, former police officer and United States Secret Service Special Agent that served two assignments on Presidential Detail.
Join LSA board members Patrick Straw and Julio Fumagalli Macrae for this timely discussion on career opportunities and needs within the security and life safety sector. Recruitment efforts and demands are also discussed. Becky Lane, acting president, moderates.
Guest, Peter Okoloh, Executive Chairman PR24 Nigeria Limited, joins Mike Gips for a discussion about the current security situation in Nigeria, crime trends, best security practices for travelers, and cultural issues that you should know including situations to avoid.
Member Peter Raymond of P. Raymond Inc. Consulting and LSA President Michael Gips discuss the security challenges Houses of Worship face today in safeguarding their premises and congregants, as well as the technological solutions available to address these concerns.
Join LSA President Michael Gips and renowned higher education security expert Jonathan Kassa as they discuss the state of security, technology, and reporting compliance on today's campuses.
Join board members Peter Raymond of P. Raymond Inc. Consulting and CANASA (Canadian Security Association) Executive Director Patrick Straw discussing aspects of doing business abroad in the security and life safety industry.
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