DavidSecurity

08/03/2024

GSX 2024 is on the horizon, and Orlando is buzzing with excitement! 🙌 Kicking things off with the ASIS Volunteer session this morning was inspiring. A huge shoutout to the ASIS Greater Orlando Chapter and the incredible team at the Orange County Convention Center for their dedication in making this event extraordinary.

The energy is building, and it's clear that GSX 2024 is going to be one for the books.

See you all soon in sunny Orlando! ☀️

07/09/2024

Amid global turbulence, asset protection remains a TOP PRIORITY for security professionals. Thank you, TOPFORD INTERNATIONAL SECURITY, for the chance to present to dedicated international security experts on the front lines. Whether in hospitality or the public sector, we’re united in our mission. By sharing insights and honing our skills, we’re making the world safer together!

04/29/2024

I just published my brand new portfolio. Writing on Physical Security topics for 3 years straight...what a journey! Check it out!
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04/25/2024

Great day of networking and security growth at Camping World Stadium. “Networking is about building relationships, not just collecting business cards.”

04/01/2024

What does coaching have to do with content marketing?
As a basketball coach, I've learned that winning takes more than just talent.

Teamwork, continuous improvement, and powerful systems are key! The same holds true for your content marketing.

Teamwork wins! Consistent effort builds strong marketing, just like practice builds a championship team.
Action > Planning...Launch your campaigns, analyze, and optimize – just like a coach adjusts strategy mid-game.
Systems = Superpower: The right content structure will outperform scattered efforts every time.

Even the Michael Jordan of security content writing needs a winning system to truly shine! Let's build yours together.
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03/12/2024

Everyone's buzzing about Pharrell Williams' $17M LA Mansion on the market. Meanwhile, I'm just picturing the SOC needed to monitor a place like that. 😄

Music mogul Pharrell Williams is selling his gigantic glass mansion in Los Angeles for $17 million. The listing photos raised quite a few eyebrows.

02/12/2024

An entire generation of Americans has no idea how easy air travel used to be...Agree/Disagree??

Air Travel Transformation Security:

Pre-2001: Breeze through, loved ones at the gate, minimal checks.
Currently: Rigorous checks, pat-downs, long lines, security first.
Check-in:

Pre-2001: Arrive 30 minutes before, stress-free experience.
Currently: 2-3 hour buffer recommended, efficiency reigns supreme.
Luggage:

Pre-2001: Pack freely, liquids galore, no restrictions.
Currently: 3-1-1 rule, checked baggage fees, packing light is key.
In-flight:

Pre-2001: Light up a cigarette, complimentary meals, spacious seats.
Currently: Smoke-free flights, paid extras, tighter squeeze.
Overall:

Pre-2001: Luxury experience, airlines compete on comfort.
Currently: Safety focus, efficiency prioritized, cost-conscious travel.

Comment if you prefer today's security-focused air travel!

01/29/2024

Join us at Kissimmee Main Street for a heartwarming Valentine's Day celebration with our 16th Annual Kissimmee 5K Run & Walk.

This will be my daughter's 1st 5K, so I'm SUPER excited!
Everyone's welcome – whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or just want to enjoy the day with your family (strollers and pets included).

Shoutout to all the awesome sponsors Kissimmee Main Street Kissimmee Utility Authority, Toho Water Authority and others!

The KISS-IM-MEE 5k is on Saturday February 10, 2024. It includes the following events: Kiss-Im-Mee 5K, Kiss-Im-Mee 5k - Student, and Kiss-Im-Mee 5K - Virtual Run.

09/14/2022

Today marks the 10th anniversary of the American Embassy /School incident where hundreds of protesters wielding petrol bombs, stones, and sticks overwhelmed security forces and ransacked the embassy and school.

The attackers inflicted millions of dollars of damage to the Embassy compound and burned more than 100 vehicles. At the American school, the attackers destroyed, looted, and burned books, musical instruments, and computers to educate young minds from more than 70 countries.

We were fortunate to have acted on time and only suffered property damage, but the mental impact lasted for years.

As a security professional, I learned so much that day and I will forever be grateful to our security team, all the helpful people at U.S. Department of State, Tunisian colleagues, and our fantastic community that helped us recover.

Here's to a safe school year for all the schools worldwide!
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07/27/2022

Excited to launch the Podcast and interview some of the world's top !

Insights into the world of , best practices in , or just want to hear amazing stories and adventures.

Stay tuned!

06/09/2022

New Florida law (HB-1421) aims to improve school safety.

As a security professional, dad, and Floridian, I am glad our governor is providing much-needed leadership regarding .

The new law will focus on mental health and de-escalation training for safe-school officers which will hopefully make a difference in mitigating risks and PREVENTING future attacks.

It will NEVER be enough but we must NEVER stop protecting our kids!
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