AcceleRISE 2025
RISE is an SIA community that fosters the careers of young professionals in the security industry, offering an annual conference (AcceleRISE), lively meet-ups at industry events and virtually, an active mentorship program, scholarships and the 25 on the RISE recognition program for emerging leaders.
The SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) engages all security professionals to promote, recruit and cultivate women’s leadership for a bolder presence within the industry. The community organizes an annual conference (Security LeadHER), the Power 100 recognition program, a scholarship program and networking opportunities, and many charitable programs that impact women seeking professional careers, and networking opportunities.
SIA Veterans in Security is a community focused on the issues and concerns of veterans and active military members who are in – or are interested in joining – the security industry. Launched with a kickoff event in May 2024, the SIA Veterans community is also closely involved in efforts to attract veterans to the security industry.