Entries by Leigh McGuire

Honeywell Announces Creation of Three Separate Companies

Honeywell has announced the completion of a comprehensive business portfolio evaluation launched a year ago by Chairman and CEO Vimal Kapur and intends to pursue a full separation of Automation and Aerospace Technologies. The planned separation, coupled with the previously announced plan to spin Advanced Materials, will result in three publicly listed companies with distinct strategies and […]

Johnson Controls Announces Joakim Weidemanis as Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Johnson Controls, a global provider of smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Joakim Weidemanis as chief executive officer (CEO), effective March 12, 2025. Weidemanis succeeds George R. Oliver following a thorough succession planning process. Oliver, who led the company’s successful transformation into a pure-play building solutions provider, will […]

SimpliSafe® Achieves Alarm Validation Scoring Standard (AVS-01) UL-Listed Certification

Congratulations to TMA member SimpliSafe® on the achievement of its UL-listing for the ANSI/TMA Alarm Validation Scoring Standard (AVS-01). AVS-01 TMA-AVS-01 provides a standardized method of creating an alarm scoring or classification metric for unauthorized human activity detected by alarm systems. An alarm score results in a repeatable metric that estimates the validity or potential […]

Erin Barsanti to Serve as National Account Director

Erin Barsanti has joined DMP as a national account director. Through her years of experience managing key accounts, she has received recognition for consistent exceptional results. Having been in the security industry since 2011, Barsanti has extensive experience with major companies like Brivo and Alarm.com. Her expertise includes managing sales cycles, expanding reseller networks and driving significant growth. […]

Marks USA Offers New Sample Styles for 2025: A Custom Locking Addendum

Marks USA, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies Inc., is excited to announce its ongoing commitment to expanding its extensive array of door hardware solutions tailored for every conceivable door and application. Our product line features a wide selection of customizable levers that cater to various styles and preferences, paired with beautifully designed roses that […]

Evolv Technologies has appointed Robert E. Marshall, Jr. to the position of chief revenue officer, effective February 3, 2025. Marshall will assume global responsibility for the company’s sales and service operations with a primary focus on driving and accelerating revenue growth. Marshall joins the company from Mobile Communications America (MCA), a provider of wireless communication solutions that […]

Speakers Sought for 2025 TMAs Virtual Mid-Year Meeting

The agenda for the 2025 TMA Virtual Mid-Year Meeting (April 29–May 1, 2024) is under development and session proposals are sought on the industry’s most pressing topics. This 3-day event will focus on leadership and industry trends; technology and innovation; and operations and best practices, with sessions such as: • Inspiring Leadership in a Changing […]

Bish to Represent TMA on the SIAC Board of Directors

Industry veteran and longtime member of The Monitoring Association (TMA) George Bish has been appointed to represent TMA on the SIAC Board of Directors. “George brings decades of experience and technical expertise to this position,” said Tim Creenan, SIAC Board Chairman. “We deeply appreciate his willingness to add this additional responsibility to his already busy schedule.” George […]