In this episode of Security Nation, we sit down with Steven Swavely, Distribution Account Manager at Resideo, to explore his journey into the industry and what it’s like to build a career as a Gen Z professional.

Steven shares what surprised him most about working in security, the challenges he’s faced, and the opportunities he sees for his peers. From flexibility and mentorship to purpose and professional growth, we dig into what matters most to younger professionals and how companies can attract and retain Gen Z talent.

Whether you’re a business owner looking to strengthen your workforce, or a young professional curious about the industry, this conversation offers fresh insight into the evolving expectations shaping the future of security.

In this episode, we sit down with Kirk MacDowell, Tony Wilson, Colby Monachino, Jana Sherer, and Jake Voll to discuss the contested election for the one open Associate Director position on ESA's Board of Directors. From there, Kirk interviews each candidate about their background in the industry and what they would bring to the table if elected.

In this episode, we sit down with Kirk MacDowell, Jeremy Bates, Melissa Brinkman, Brendan Armstrong, Josh Dice, Peter Goldring, and Ken Kosher to discuss the contested election for the three open Integrator Director positions on ESA's Board of Directors. From there, Kirk interviews each candidate about their background in the industry and what they would bring to the table if elected. Make sure to subscribe, we’re on all podcasting platforms and the video version is available on Youtube.

If you’re curious about how ESA Membership can power your security business, visit our website at esaweb.org. Take some to schedule a discovery call with our membership team — you’ll be happy you did.