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 […]
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Opens Call for Nominations for 2025 Security Technician of the Year Awards

This prestigious award program highlights the critical role that security technicians play within the industry. ATLANTA, Ga. – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has opened the call for nominations […]
The Race for FAST: Don Erickson’s Marathon Fundraising Campaign

Security Industry Association (SIA) Chief Executive Don Erickson is a passionate runner, having competed in races from quick 5K to challenging marathons across the U.S. and internationally, and he’s now […]
Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Announces 2025 National Security Technician Day

National Security Technician Day, held annually on Jan. 23, is dedicated to recognizing the valuable work security technicians do to secure our nation. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Foundation for Advancing […]