PSA TEC 2024 Runs May 13-17 in Dallas

The PSA Network, the world’s largest consortium of professional systems integrators, will hold PSA TEC 2024 May 13-17, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Dallas in Dallas.

“The power of this year’s TEC is the convergence of opportunities for attendees, including premier education and certifications, sessions with industry experts, the latest in security technology and networking to build important professional relationships,” said Matt Barnette, PSA CEO and president. “It is where business gets done, and we are so excited to welcome integrators and technology partners to TEC 24.”

This premier education and networking event is exclusive to PSA members. This year’s conference will feature:

A four-day rich agenda of educational programming, featuring 45 expert sessions and 30 technology certification courses. Topics include business and leadership, sales strategy, operations, digital transformation and soft skills.

Over 500 security integrators come together for valuable networking events, including partner receptions, breakout sessions and additional collaboration opportunities, giving attendees time to connect and build meaningful relationships.

Inspiring Keynote Zack Kass, formerly with OpenAI, on “Leveraging AI for Good” providing a blueprint to harness AI and reimagine the workplace.

Exciting TEC Talks with cutting-edge technology from sponsoring technology partners, with solutions like video surveillance, access control, perimeter security, biometric-enabled security devices, cybersecurity solutions and more.

Third annual Integrator of the Year/Bill Bozeman Awards recognizing leading system integrators within security, from smaller, local integrators all the way up to the big nationals.

“We look forward to over 500 security professionals at 2024 TEC. This year we’re bringing popular live certifications back, and we look forward to a deeper bench of employees coming from each PSA company to access the incredible lineup of education, panels and industry collaboration,” said Candice Aragon, PSA vice president of marketing and education. “PSA members can sharpen their industry knowledge and business leadership skills. Some of the event highlights include a session exploring the convergence of AV and Security, industry luminaries reflecting on the state of the industry, six workshops allowing integrators to hone their skills, a market update with Alper Centingok from Raymond James and more.”

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