Tag: 2019
RAS Watch having success with GSOC-as-a-service model
August 12, 2020SSN Staff
EL SEGUNDO, Calif.—RAS Watch Founder and SSN Class of 2019 “40 under 40” Alumni Ryan Schonfeld said the idea to create an intelligent Safety & Security-as-a-Service model came after hearing Silicon Valley companies talk about how their growth was outpacing their security infrastructure needs.
“We asked ourselves, ‘How can we solve this?’ So, we came up with a scalable, Fortune 100-level program based on what a true safety and GSOC program should be, not just...
‘40 under 40’ award nominations open
May 13, 2020SSN Staff
The #SSNTalks’ Team is passionate about recognizing diverse, talented, young security professionals representing the next generation of industry leaders via our yearly “40 under 40” awards. We are thrilled to currently be seeking our “40 under 40” Class of 2020, comprised of consultants, integrators, monitoring professionals and end users. Submit nominations online here.
“I have always considered SSN’s ‘40 under 40’ the ‘gold...
Being nimble in trying times
April 15, 2020SSN Staff
I've been hearing and seeing the use of the word "nimble" lately when it comes to security businesses continuing their success during this trying time of the coronavirus, working from home and social distancing as our new norm. A recent example comes from an "online panel organized by Arcules" in which Ryan Schonfeld, founder & CEO of RAS Security Group and" SSN “40 under 40” class of 2019" said:�“ � I think being able to be�nimble�and adapt to changes quickly...
ADT, Vivint report big revenue gains for 2019
March 11, 2020SSN Staff
BOCA RATON, Fla. and PROVO, Utah—Both ADT and Vivint reported strong fourth quarter and overall annual revenue gains for 2019, with ADT up 12 percent and Vivint up 10 percent for the year.
Some of the highlights of the ADT report include:
• Total revenue growth of 10 percent for the fourth quarter;
• Total annual revenue of $5.1 billion, up 12 percent;
• Full year commercial organic revenue growth of 16 percent;
• Greater home automation with more than 80 percent...
ISC East resurgence continues
December 4, 2019Paul Ragusa
ISC East 2019, held at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City Nov. 20-21, continued to build on the positive momentum and growth it has experienced over the past few years, bringing more than 7,600 security and public safety professionals — up 6 percent from 2018 — together to discuss new trends and solutions, to celebrate industry successes and leaders and better define the roadmap for security moving forward.
The 2019 event welcomed 350 leading security brands, including more than...
Security Systems News welcomes “40 under 40” Class of 2019 winners
November 4, 2019SSN Staff
YARMOUTH, Maine—Security Systems News is excited to bring you this year's inaugural “40 under 40” class of 2019, made up of a diverse and talented mix of young professionals representing the next generation of leaders in security.
Opening the award up to consultants for the first time added new depth and perspective to this year's class, bringing all winners — consultants, integrators, monitoring professionals and end users — together into one “40 under...
“40 under 40†Class of 2019 — Jonathan Ng, 35
November 1, 2019SSN Staff
For over six years, Jonathan Ng has used his military background and master's degree to excel in the security industry. “I learned observational, analytical and tactical skills,” Ng said, adding that security challenges, from personnel issues to potential disasters, are what keep him interested and growing within the industry.
As Commander of Field Operations, Ng is in charge of overseeing the 24/7 daily security operations of The Music Center, 80+ full-time personnel and investigations/interrogations,...
“40 under 40†Class of 2019 — Chrissy McCutcheon, 38
November 1, 2019SSN Staff
Security by Design, Inc. was founded in 1974 by Chrissy McCutcheon's parents who were major pioneers in the security consulting world. She started out working at SBD during the summers in high school, but she had no intention of staying with the company, so she went to college.
“After my freshman year, I decided to join the Air Force Reserves and I began working in an operations center, where I was appointed as the security manager in 2003,” McCutcheon said. “Over time my...
“40 under 40†Class of 2019 — Krystina Stoner, 32
November 1, 2019SSN Staff
Krystina Stoner has been with Partner Technology for nearly five years, and currently leads the efforts in overall company strategic direction and strategic relationship development. “This includes managing everything from the client experience through our sales and installation process to curating and shaping development strategies of the organization,” she explained.
Stoner landed in the security and custom technology integration industry by accident. “With a background in...
“40 under 40†Class of 2019 — CJ Campo, 32
November 1, 2019SSN Staff
As the Security Specialist for Canon U.S.A. Inc., CJ Campo functions as a security system administrator across the country, with daily responsibilities that include designing, implementing and maintaining security solutions and technologies across the United States and Latin America, protecting assets, employees and facilities, and implementing training, among many other corporate security duties.
Although Campo has been with Canon U.S.A. Inc. for nearly six years, he didn't initially plan...