Tag: Missouri Burglar and Fire Alarm Association
New venture takes MJ Vance wherever she is needed
May 22, 2013Rich Miller
The last time SSN caught up with Mary Jo Vance, she was exploring opportunities in security consulting after a stint with 1 Time Inc. in Nevada and the Central American nation of Belize. Now the CSAA's 2007 Manager of the Year has launched a venture that combines her love of travel with her dedication to the industry: plugging in as a temporary central station manager whenever and wherever she is needed.
“It's a new concept and I truly believe there is a market for it,” Vance...
Former MBFAA president dies
December 12, 2011SSN Staff
IRVING, Texas—Jim L. Morris, founder and owner of American Detection Specialists Inc. in Springfield, Mo., died of a heart attack on Nov. 21.“Mr. Morris was well known as a strong advocate for both ESA and the industry. He founded American Detection Specialists in 1989, and spent more than 27 years as a security professional. In addition to being the current vice president of ESA's Missouri chapter, he served for many years on the ESA board of directors. He was also active in the association's...