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Sabrina Drigout Stainburn has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO VS) of the Video Systems Business at KEENFINITY Group. Drawing on her experience in customer-oriented strategies, she will lead the transformation of the Business and future development of globally recognised Bosch-branded video systems and software solutions. Bold innovation to seamless delivery “Putting customers at the heart of everything, from bold innovation to seamless delivery, we unlock our full potential as a company,” says Sabrina Stainburn, CEO of Keenfinity’s Video Systems Business. She adds, “The security industry is evolving rapidly, with video systems at its core. Accelerating the use of Artificial Intelligence, we will enable our customers to better protect their assets and facilities.” Sabrina Stainburn on board Sabrina brings a proven track record of driving sales performance and delivering tailored solutions With over 20 years of experience in the security and technology sectors, Sabrina brings a proven track record of driving sales performance and delivering tailored solutions that meet the changing needs of customers worldwide. “We are excited to have Sabrina Stainburn on board,” says Peter Loeffler, CEO of Keenfinity Group. Transformation of Keenfinity Peter Loeffler added: “Her strong customer focus and strategic mindset make her a great addition to our team. I’m confident she’ll help us shape the transformation of Keenfinity becoming a much more customer-centric, standalone company.” Prior to joining Keenfinity, Sabrina served as President of Securitas Technology Europe, led Johnson Controls’ global fire detection business, was President of Sila, and held senior leadership roles at ADT/Tyco International, Honeywell International, DGA Security Systems, and Ultraguard.

Securitas UK has appointed Vicki Beynon as the new Director of its Security Operations Centres. The centres act as UK hubs for Securitas’ operational teams, including dispatch and alarm receiving functions. In her role, Vicki will manage service delivery for customers within the SOCs and new business growth. She brings with her over 25 years’ experience spanning B2B, B2C, and government sectors, driving forward national and global services projects and transformation programmes. Prior roles of Vicki Vicki covered roles including Head of Global Britain and Regional Services Director for Europe and Central Asia Prior to joining Securitas UK, Vicki’s most recent role was as Business Improvements Director for a Travis Perkins-owned business, whilst the majority of her career was spent in security, facilities management, and construction. Her background also includes time as an Operations Director within a Fire & Security SME.  In addition, Vicki spent thirteen years working within the trading arm of the Foreign Office, delivering security, IT, facilities management, and logistics services to government, police, and defence organisations. During this time, Vicki covered roles including Head of Global Britain and Regional Services Director for Europe and Central Asia. Success of Securitas Vicki Beynon, Director, Security Operations Centre, Securitas UK, said: "I am thrilled to have joined the UK business. I was drawn to the organisation because of its significant reputation in the security industry and its unique blend of heritage and innovation in its value proposition to the market." “In these first few weeks in the role, I have seen that the success of Securitas is embedded in its day-to-day values, as well as significant passion and expertise for the services and solutions we deliver.” New perspective to Securitas Gary Agnew, Head of Solutions, Securitas UK, said: “We are delighted to have Vicki on board. This is a crucial hire for the team as the Security Operations Centres are the lifeblood of our business." “Vicki’s role will be instrumental in maintaining leadership across the SOCs, supporting our colleagues on the front line to deliver service excellence, as well as building strong relationships with our important client base in the SOC." "Her experience across a broad range of industries will support our continued growth and development across key industry sectors where she can bring a new perspective to Securitas.”

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named new members and leadership of the steering committee for SIA RISE, a community that fosters the careers of young professionals and emerging pioneers in the security industry. Dakota Mackie of Northland Controls serves as chair, with Kelly Ann Christensen of BCD now serving as vice chair. In these roles, Mackie and Christensen ensure that RISE delivers educational content and networking opportunities to young professional employees and rising stars at SIA member companies, college students and recent graduates interested in the global security industry. Prior roles of Mackie  Mackie joined Northland Controls in 2020 as the content marketing specialist Dakota Mackie is the business development manager at Northland Controls. Prior to joining the security industry, she worked as a client services coordinator at the Washington Commanders (then the Washington Redskins) before beginning a role with a military nonprofit, Luke’s Wings, where she ultimately ended her tenure as the executive director. Mackie joined Northland Controls in 2020 as the content marketing specialist, and in her current role, she is responsible for supporting the entire sales cycle with a focus on the growth of Northland’s managed services offering. Mackie has been honoured as a SIA Women in Security Forum Power 100 honouree and is a graduate of the University of South Carolina. Outside of work, she has a passion for travelling the world and learning about new cultures. Prior roles of Ann Christensen Kelly Ann Christensen is a digital marketing specialist at BCD, an IP video data infrastructure manufacturer, and has spent nearly five years specialising in the security industry. With a focus on digital advertising and marketing analytics, she has certifications in ROI marketing, marketing management, SEO and PPC marketing. Prior to becoming RISE vice chair, she served as head of the RISE Scholarship subcommittee, which provides scholarships to young professionals in the security industry to assist with furthering education, attending industry events, obtaining new certifications and furthering their professional development, and was awarded the SIA RISE Scholarship in 2022 and one of SIA’s 2024 Sandy Jones Volunteers of the Year. Christensen has also participated in SIA’s Talent Inclusion Mentorship Education (TIME) program, which is designed to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and empowerment of underrepresented identities in the security industry by creating a well-defined pathway for learning and development. SIA RISE Steering Committee The SIA RISE Steering Committee now includes the following members: Chair: Dakota Mackie, business development manager, Northland Controls (Term ends 2025) Vice Chair: Kelly Ann Christensen, marketing manager, BCD (Term ends 2027) AcceleRISE Subcommittee Chair: Erin Grippo, senior manager, product operations, Brivo (Term ends 2025) Content Subcommittee Chair: Tanner LaRocque, marketing director, Evolon (Term ends 2026) Scholarship Subcommittee Chair: Kristin Shockley, manager, segment marketing, Genetec (Term ends 2026) Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Subcommittee Chair: Tristin Vaccaro, owner, Vaccaro Copywriting & Marketing Solutions (Term ends 2025) Jonah Azarcon, deputy project pioneer, M.C. Dean (Term ends 2027) Krystina Beach, marketing communications manager, ASSA ABLOY (Term ends 2027) Andres Capous, regional sales manager, Velasea (Term ends 2027) Joey Joy, distribution channel account manager, March Networks (Term ends 2027) Ryan Knoll, business relations manager, Pro-Tec Design (Term ends 2027) Tim Loth, sales engineer team lead, i-PRO (Term ends 2026) Jackie Paryz, director, sales, technology solutions, Securitas (Term ends 2027) Itzel Portillo, marketing specialist, Allegion (Term ends 2027) Amanda Powell, marketing manager, Boon Edam (Term ends 2025) Nicole Rigby, team lead, distribution operations, Axis Communications (Term ends 2026) Keyser Santana, global security strategist and business execution senior manager, Pratt & Whitney (Term ends 2025) Constantine Tremouliaris, integrated solutions specialist, ASSA ABLOY (Term ends 2025) KeShia Thomas, brand and solutions manager, Allegion (Term ends 2027) Mfon Ubaha, business development manager, i-PRO (Term ends 2027) Sarah Webel, human resources generalist, SAGE Integration (Term ends 2027) Lauren Yonis, global events manager, acre (Term ends 2027) New RISE committee members “SIA RISE is a vibrant community of accomplished young security pioneers and driven industry newcomers that offers a robust array of opportunities for learning, professional development, engagement and relationship building in our industry. This community and its meaningful initiatives would not be possible without our dedicated, talented volunteers, like RISE chair Dakota Mackie, new vice chair Kelly Ann Christensen and our subcommittee chairs, Erin Grippo, Tanner LaRocque, Kristin Shockley and Tristin Vaccaro,” said SIA CEO Don Erickson. “We welcome our new RISE committee members, and we thank outgoing committee members and past RISE chairs Jake Brown and Matt Feenan for their leadership and support over the years. We look forward to working together with the 2025 RISE committee to further advance the reach and impact of RISE and its programs and propel the security workforce of the future.” RISE Awards and annual AcceleRISE conference SIA RISE is a community that fosters the careers of young professionals in the security industry. SIA RISE’s offerings include an annual scholarship to further young talent’s education and career goals, fun in-person and virtual networking events for young professionals, the TIME program for early and mid-career professionals, recognition of new and emerging industry pioneers through the 25 on the RISE Awards and the annual AcceleRISE conference – an essential experience for young security talent. The SIA RISE community is open to all employees at SIA member companies who are young professionals under 40 or have been in the security industry for less than two years.