Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Announces the 2026 Security Technician of the Year Award Winners
Ten Security Professionals Honored for Exceptional Skill, Dedication and Impact Across the Industry DALLAS, Texas—The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named 10 winners for the 2026 Security Technician […]
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Opens Call for Nominations for 2026 Security Technician of the Year Awards
This prestigious award program highlights the critical role that security technicians play within the industry. DALLAS, Texas– The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has opened the call for nominations […]
FAST Launches College Outreach Initiative
Across the industry, companies are navigating a shrinking pipeline of technical and skilled trade workers along with increased competition for talent from adjacent industries such as IT and technology. Compounding […]
Join FAST in Celebrating Security Technicians — January 23 and Beyond
Raising awareness, showing appreciation, and recognizing the people behind the systems — on January 23 and throughout the year. Every year on January 23, the security industry comes together to […]
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes Eight New Members to the FAST Board of Directors
Eight security industry leaders join the expert group of security and life safety professionals in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security technology industry. DALLAS, Texas— The Foundation […]
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Announces 2025 Security Technician of the Year Award Winners
DALLAS, Texas—The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named 10 winners for the 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards. Now in its third year, this prestigious awards program highlights the critical […]
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes Ryan Kaltenbaugh to the FAST Board of Directors
Ryan Kaltenbaugh of M.C. Dean joins the expert group of security and life safety professionals in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security technology industry. DALLAS, Texas— […]
FAST Forward: Renewed Focus. Real Impact
FAST Forward: Renewed Focus. Real Impact A message from the CEOs of SIA and ESA Published on behalf of the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) As the leaders of […]
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes Stephenie Haldane to the FAST Board of Directors
Stephenie Haldane of HID joins the expert group of security and life safety professionals in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security technology industry. DALLAS, Texas – […]
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes John Nemerofsky as FAST Board of Directors Chair
John Nemerofsky, chief operating officer at SAGE Integration, will lead the expert group of security and life safety professionals in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security […]