ESX 2025 to Kick Off with Exclusive New Member Meetup

This year, ESX 2025 will kick off with a brand-new event designed to help first-time attendees and new ESA members make the most of their time onsite. The New Member Meetup, scheduled for Monday, June 16 from 3:15 – 4:15 PM, will provide a welcoming space for networking, resource sharing, and community building ahead of the week’s programming.

Participants will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with peers, engage with ESA’s leadership team, and gain insights into the many resources available to help them maximize their ESX experience and build lasting industry connections.

“The security integration businesses that thrive are those that build strong industry relationships,” says George De Marco, ESX Chairman. “Our New Member Meetup transforms introductions into partnerships that offer meaningful insights, best practice sharing, and lasting connections. By connecting newcomers with established professionals from the start, we’re creating the collaborative foundation that turns industry knowledge into business advantage.”

In addition to this kickoff event, ESX 2025 will feature a dynamic mix of networking opportunities, technology exhibitions, and best-practice educational sessions tailored exclusively for the professional security and life safety channel. Attendees will leave inspired, informed, and equipped to elevate their businesses and deepen their RMR strategy.

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