The Secured Podcast

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by David W Fuller from Dormakaba. In this episode, we dive into: The intersection of hardware and software in access control How legacy infrastructure impacts modernization efforts The role of global...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we take a look at the HID Access Fellowship and what it represents for the future of the industry. In this episode, we dive into: The importance of developing the next generation of security leaders How education...

The physical security industry is currently debating credential formats while the rest of the world is busy redefining what identity means and who owns it. In this episode of Secured, Lee Odess explores the structural gap between security perception and operational reality, and why the industry must move upstream to survive. Chapters 0:00 Intro and the Identity Gap 1:08 Hivewatch Report: Perceptio...

Secured Presents: XPod from The Security Event Episode 1 of 3: Identity Is the Center, Hardware Is the Floor At The Security Event in Birmingham, the hardware was everywhere. Readers, controllers, locks, cameras, cabling, power, fencing, and everything else you would expect to see on a security show floor. But the conversations were not centered on the hardware. They were centered on people, polic...

Back around ISC West, Honeywell LenelS2 and Rhombus announced a partnership to bring cloud video into the Honeywell LenelS2 stack. But what does that actually mean beyond the press release? In this episode of Secured, Lee Odess sits down with Ewa Pigna of Honeywell LenelS2 and Garrett Larsson, CEO and Co-Founder of Rhombus, to talk about what makes this different from a standard integration. The c...

Welcome to Secured, where we dive into the intricacies of our industry. This week, we explore the difference between intimacy and attention, a key aspect of relationships in any business. Due to the holidays, this episode offers a different take on the usual business transformation discussions, moving away from live news to focus on deeper industry insights. Chapters 0:00 Intro and Weekly Update 0...

This episode explores how the security industry's operating model is becoming the product, a key aspect of enterprise transformation. We examine the shift in business model and organizational structure that is currently underway. These CEO insights shed light on achieving operational excellence in a rapidly changing landscape. Chapters 0:00 Introduction: Is the Industry Getting the Flu? 0:25 Ambie...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Jordan Hill, Co-Founder and Head of Product at HiveWatch. In this episode, we dive into: The need for unified security operations platforms How fragmented systems create inefficiencies for operato...

Welcome to Secured Presents: XPod from The Security Event. Over two days in Birmingham, we set up a microphone and asked 40+ people across the physical security and access control industry the same four questions. What came back was not just a set of interviews. It was a chorus. This intro episode sets up the three stories we’ll be telling across the XPod series, built from voices on the floor at...

The physical security landscape is undergoing a massive transformation as we move from hardware-centric models to software-driven vertical solutions. In this episode of Secured, Lee Odess explores how verticalized moats and AI-integrated APIs are setting the stage for the next era of access control.  Chapters 0:00 Intro and Episode Overview 0:35 Outpost and Vertical Security Moats 2:48 Brivo...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Dallan Labrum, EVP of Sales at Prodatakey. In this episode, we dive into: • How access control is evolving for the next generation of users  • The role of cloud-native systems in simplifying...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Scott Harkins, VP of Sales at Resideo. In this episode, we dive into: • Market consolidation across the security industry  • How legacy brands evolve in changing environments  • The role...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Allen Ganz, Head of Sales & Strategy at RealSense. In this episode, we dive into: • How depth sensing is changing biometric and identity applications  • Why accuracy matters in real-world...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Bowers, VP of Product at Verkada. In this episode, we dive into: • Practical applications of AI beyond the hype  • The shift toward cloud-based platforms  • Why user experience is...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Haniel Lynn, CEO of Kastle. In this episode, we dive into: • Managed security services  • How data is changing building operations  • The connection between access, occupancy, and real e...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Jones, Chief Technology Officer at Secure Passage. In this episode, we dive into: • Emerging technology in access control  • How innovation moves from concept to deployment  • The...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Heikki Hiltunen, President and CEO of iLOQ. In this episode, we dive into: • Battery-free access control  • Sustainability in security infrastructure  • Reducing maintenance and long-ter...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Brett Ennals, CEO of Cento. In this episode, we dive into: • The importance of reliability in security service delivery  • How distributed environments create operational complexity  • W...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Jason Hart, CEO of Safetrust. In this episode, we dive into: • The evolution of digital identity in access control  • Why mobile-first access is becoming harder to ignore  • The balance...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Ryan Smith, President and Founder of Titan Protection & Consulting. In this episode, we dive into: • The role of people in modern security programs  • How technology and personnel work to...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Leor Elfassy, Director of Client Services at 4S Security. In this episode, we dive into: • The realities of delivering security services in the field  • How client expectations are changing &...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Shikhar Shrestha, CEO of Ambient.ai. In this episode, we dive into: • How AI is changing the way security teams detect and respond to threats  • The shift from passive monitoring to proactive...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Andrew Rapsey, Chief Marketing Officer at Acre Security. In this episode, we dive into: • How security companies are positioning themselves in a changing market  • Why brand, messaging, and c...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by James Gammon, CEO of Door and Hardware Institute. In this episode, we dive into: • Why doors and hardware still matter in a digital-first security world  • The relationship between physical o...

Welcome to Secured Presents: West to East, a 45+ episode series filmed live at ISC West where we bring the biggest voices in security into real, unfiltered conversations. In this episode, we’re joined by Steve Womer, SVP of Product at Interface. In this episode, we dive into: • The shift from reactive monitoring to proactive deterrence  • AI’s role in prevention  • The importance of huma...