ISC East 2024 To Present Dynamic Lineup of Special Events, New Show Floor Updates

  • Nov 01, 2024

ISC East, with its premier sponsor Security Industry Association (SIA) and in partnership with the ASIS NYC Chapter, is set to host another year of ISC East Special Events coupled with updated features to The Bridge, Career Zone, and greater show floor. Throughout the three-day event, attendees will have many opportunities to learn about today’s newest trends and solutions, hear from industry experts, and engage with peers on the show floor and beyond.

“As the Northeast’s leading safety and security trade event, ISC East is a prime opportunity for security novices and experts alike to come together to explore new technologies, make lasting professional connections, and celebrate innovations across the industry,” said Mary Beth Shaughnessy, ISC Event Vice President. “We are excited to return to New York City in November with updated offerings and Special Events that will contribute to the best show experience yet.”

Can’t-miss stops on the show floor

The Bridge

This year’s mainstage destination will debut an elevated look and feel where thought leadership, education, networking, and business collide to deliver the most engaging content the industry has to offer. Make sure to stop by The Bridge to learn about the hottest topics in the field, including sessions like See things differently with the Axis Advantage and AI and the Future of Corporate Security: Adapting to New Challenges and Opportunities.

Career Zone

Whether you’re just starting your career in safety and security or looking to take the next step, the Career Zone is the place to be at ISC East. Industry experts will lead workshops on how to advance your career, attract and retain young talent, foster supportive networks for women in security, manage your career trajectory effectively, and much more. Be sure to drop into the Career Zone for sessions like Hiring & Retaining Young Talent Within The Security Industry and Your Career, Your Journey. ISC East is also excited bring back the fan-favorite Headshot Studio where guests can get a complimentary professional photo to add to their portfolios.

SIA New Products and Solutions

New to the ISC East show floor this year, several product submissions from the SIA New Products & Solutions (NPS) Awards at ISC West 2024 will have a chance to be in the spotlight. With the debut of the dedicated NPS area on the show floor, exhibitors can showcase their latest solutions and attract potential buyers eager to discover what's new and exciting in the industry.

Critical Infrastructure Pavilion

The Critical Infrastructure Pavilion is also new to ISC East this year. With this elevated focus, exhibitors will display how critical infrastructure impacts transportation, energy, and communications and how to protect these essential services from cyber-attacks, intruders, and other potential threats. The products and solutions showcased in this pavilion offer the tools to safeguard the systems we depend on every day.

Special Events

Each year, ISC East also curates a lineup of Special Events that build on the Keynote Series, education sessions, and professional development offerings to create a more comprehensive and engaging experience. At these events, attendees will have the chance to explore industry developments, network with peers, and celebrate notable innovations in the field.

“At ISC East 2024, in addition to accessing to learning from the top-quality SIA Education at ISC East conference program and career-boosting training offerings, attendees can access a robust lineup of signature SIA events. Join us to explore the ROI of security solutions, honor industry leaders, support the next-generation security workforce, discover expert insights on mobile credentialing and critical infrastructure security and hear from top industry leaders in the ISC East keynote series,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson. “We encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities to make the most of your ISC East experience.”

SIA Return on Security Breakfast
Wednesday, November 20 | 9:00 – 10:00 am

Join us for SIA's Return on Security breakfast during ISC East! Learn how security solutions are providing value to the entire enterprise and in turn earning budget buy-in from nontraditional business units. You’ll come away with fresh ideas on how to maximize the value your security investments return! The event is free and open to all ISC East attendees; registration required through the SIA website.

ASIS NYC Person of the Year Lunch and Award Recipient
Wednesday, November 20 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm

Join us in recognizing Frank Siller as the ASIS NYC Person of the Year! Frank serves as Chairman and CEO of the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which provides mortgage-free and specially adapted smart homes for injured veterans and first responders. For almost two decades, he has been serving the nation’s heroes, and the Foundation has spent over $250 million to honor and support first responders, veterans and their families.

To attend this event at ISC East, individuals must purchase a single ticket or table during the ISC East registration process.

Mobile Credentials at the Door: A SIA Breakfast Event
Thursday, November 21 | 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Organized by SIA’s Standards and Technology team, join us for a breakfast and a panel discussion looking at the tactics and strategies for implementing mobile credentialing in your firm’s identity and access control processes and platforms. This free event is designed to help you gain fundamental knowledge and insight into key trends within this rapidly moving technology area. Learn how access control systems are interfacing with popular wallet ecosystems and gather perspective into adoption trends and integration opportunities. The event is free and open to all ISC East attendees; registration required through the SIA website.

SIA Critical Infrastructure Lunch & Learn: Protecting Utilities
Thursday, November 21 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Join us for “Protecting Utilities: A SIA Lunch & Learn Event at ISC East.” Hosted by the SIA Utilities Advisory Board, SIA will bring together experts, solution providers and thought leaders who are working on the frontlines of critical infrastructure protection. Expect input from top practitioners along with insights into the vital role of the security industry in helping to keep the lights on. The event is free and open to all ISC East attendees; registration required through the SIA website.

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