ATLANTA, Sept. 11, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At U.S. Security Associates (USA) offices from coast to coast, managers and executives are making plans to connect with colleagues this month at the ASIS International 59th Annual Seminar and Exhibits. ASIS International is the leading organization of security management professionals, with 38,000 members worldwide. ASIS is holding its annual seminar from September 24-27 at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. Attendees from over 80 countries are traveling to Chicago for ASIS 2013.
In addition to more than 200 educational sessions, and 700 exhibits of security technology and services, the conference itinerary includes a variety of networking events, beginning on Monday with pre-seminar tours and the 16th annual ASIS Foundation golf tournament. The Young Professionals Reception, ASISPAC Dinner, and Welcome Reception are also slated for Monday. Throughout the week there are daily networking luncheons, special interest breakfasts, receptions, and dinners.
U.S. Security Associates is hosting several events, including a Tuesday lunch at Joe's Prime Steak and Stone Crab and a Wednesday lunch at the Chicago Firehouse Restaurant. On Tuesday evening, U.S. Security Associates is treating guests to dinner and baseball at Wrigley's new Sky Lounge Chicago Cubs® endorsed Rooftop at 1048 Waveland Avenue. On Wednesday evening, the company is entertaining guests for dinner at Zed451 Rooftop and Mezzanine.
USA anticipates a strong turnout of clients and colleagues for Wednesday's educational sessions with former ASIS president Ray O'Hara, CPP, Executive Vice President of USA's Consulting and Investigations division. O'Hara is leading three sessions: Characteristics of Executive Security Leaders (2117); Intelligence Driven Enterprise Security Operations Centers (3209); and Bullying in the Workplace (3311).
"I'm particularly excited about Thursday's opportunities to network with military personnel who are considering careers in private security," notes Chuck Schneider, president and CEO of U.S. Security Associates. Thursday has been designated Law Enforcement/Military Appreciation Day, with free admission for active duty law enforcement and military personnel. There will be a special focus in the Careers Pavilion on military personnel transitioning into private security, with a discussion panel featuring security professionals who have successfully made the transition. A former veteran himself, Schneider says Recruiting America's Brave is a top priority at USA. "We urge transitioning military to talk to us about our promising careers for veterans and military spouses."
From ASIS-sponsored functions to USA-hosted gatherings and beyond, ASIS 2013 offers unparalleled opportunities for security services professionals to make valuable contacts, strengthen business relationships and advance their careers in the global security marketplace.
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