Kat Tallman Named Executive Vice President at COPS Monitoring

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COPS Monitoring today announced that Kat Tallman has been named Executive Vice President of Software and Technology, expanding the leadership of a respected executive whose deep experience across operations and technology will help strengthen innovation, support dealers, and enhance the service that protects their customers.

Tallman began her career with COPS in 2000 as an alarm dispatcher and built her leadership foundation from the monitoring center floor upward. Over the years, she advanced through a series of increasingly important roles, including Floor Supervisor, Dealer Support, Dealer Support Manager, Shift Manager, Special Projects Site Manager, and Director of Special Projects. Her career path reflects both the depth of her experience and the breadth of her understanding of the company’s operations, the needs of its dealer partners, and the evolving demands of the alarm industry.

During her time in Operations, Tallman led a specialty division that functioned as a central within a central, overseeing the monitoring operation for a dedicated segment monitoring division. In that role, she was responsible for the full scope of the operation, including staffing, hiring, team leadership, shift management, technical support for the platform, and dealer support for the customer. She managed that highly specialized area for approximately eight years, giving her uncommon experience in both frontline execution and complex operational leadership.

As the company grew, Tallman became a key contributor to major strategic initiatives across the business. She worked on special projects related to acquisitions, helped migrate a billing of 250,000 accounts to the company’s proprietary platform, and supported many acquisitions and line swings into COPS. That combination of operational knowledge and cross-functional experience helped position her to move into technology leadership, where she became Director of Software Development and served as project manager for the Generations Software Development team, and later VP of Proprietary Software Development

In these positions, Tallman leveraged her broad understanding of the business to successfully lead technology initiatives from initial concept to final implementation, benefiting both internal teams and external clients. Her hands-on experience with the Dice and Manitou monitoring platforms, along with several generations of COPS’ proprietary software, provided her with deep insight into monitoring center operations and the critical systems that power them.

In her new role as Executive Vice President, Tallman will oversee a broader technology and operational portfolio that includes existing software development for Generations and MPower, network infrastructure and integrity, network security, and vendor and product integrations, including APIs. Her responsibilities now extend across teams supporting technology in multiple facilities and locations, encompassing approximately 20 professionals and reflecting a significant expansion in scope and leadership impact.

“Kat’s promotion reflects the kind of leadership that can only be built through experience, credibility, and results,” said Jim McMullen, President and Chief Operating Officer, COPS Monitoring. “She understands our business from the inside out, from the monitoring floor to complex technology initiatives, and she brings a rare ability to connect operational needs with technical execution. That makes her exceptionally well-positioned to help lead COPS forward.”

Tallman’s promotion strengthens COPS Monitoring’s ability to continue investing in technology, supporting dealers, and delivering the reliability and performance their customers depend on when it matters most. Her career also reflects the company’s longstanding commitment to developing leadership from within and recognizing individuals who combine deep institutional knowledge with the ability to help shape the future.

With more than two decades of experience across both operations and technology, Tallman brings a perspective that is both practical and strategic. Her leadership will help ensure that COPS continues to advance the systems, infrastructure, and integrations that support dealers while reinforcing the quality and consistency of the service delivered behind them.

Elite Appoints New Chief Revenue Officer to Accelerate Strategic Growth

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Elite Interactive Solutions, the industry pioneer in remote video guarding and real-time crime prevention, has named Peter Hargittay as its new Chief Revenue Officer. He brings more than 25 years’ experience designing revenue systems that align marketing, sales, partnerships and customer success.

Hargittay’s background spans branding, demand generation, enterprise sales, partner ecosystems, and post-sale organizations. As CRO for Elite, he will be responsible for all revenue-generating processes, aligning sales, marketing, customer success, and revenue operations to drive growth.

“We are delighted to welcome Peter as CRO at a vital moment in Elite’s journey. As the company enters its next phase of growth, we are at an inflection point that demands disciplined leadership and execution, and a vision for scalable growth,” says Elite CEO Michael Zatulov. “This appointment reflects our commitment to strategically scaling the organization, strengthening our go-to-market capabilities, and accelerating revenue performance. Peter’s demonstrated success as a cross-functional operator equally adept at brand, pipeline and customer ownership will serve this mission well.”

Hargittay’s most recent and longest association was with Intellect, a leading provider of quality management solutions with an AI platform enabling quality and regulatory compliance teams to automate critical quality processes, such as CAPAs, audits, document control, and supplier management. His roles there included Chief Marketing Officer, VP of Business Development, SVP of Sales and Chief Customer Officer.

“My approach springs from a full customer lifecycle perspective — including acquisition through retention, expansion, and advocacy. I favor an account-based experience that aligns marketing, sales, and customer success around shared account ownership to increase net revenue retention and expansion,” says Hargittay. “I am excited to apply my skills and join the winning team at Elite, whose innovative approach to crime prevention has paced the remote guarding industry and is transformative to security overall.”

Hargittay spent nearly 14 years with Intellect, which included delivering record revenue growth through building data-driven systems, high-impact marketing and SDR/BDR teams, and a partner ecosystem. His other previous positions include executive roles with PeopleSupport, Aegis Ltd. and Arise Virtual Solutions. Hargittay is based in the Los Angeles area, along with his wife and two sons, ages 15 and 11.

Telguard Announces TG 7FX Sole Path Fire Communicator for Commercial Fire Applications

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Telguard, a trusted leader in alarm communications, today announced the upcoming availability of the TG‑7FX Sole Path Fire Communicator, a streamlined cellular solution designed to support reliable signal delivery for commercial fire alarm systems.

Built for straightforward installations and broad compatibility, the TG‑7FX delivers exactly what commercial fire applications require: dependable connectivity, universal panel support, and compliance with key fire signaling standards. Designed to be installed inside a UL Listed enclosure and powered directly from the fire panel’s auxiliary output, the TG‑7FX eliminates the need for added outlets or electrical work, helping simplify deployments across a wide range of fire installations.

The TG‑7FX replaces traditional landlines with LTE cellular service and supports either AT&T or Verizon networks, giving dealers flexibility based on regional coverage needs while introducing a more cost‑efficient option within Telguard’s fire communicator lineup. Using a single DACT connection, the communicator interfaces with virtually any fire panel equipped with a dialer and transmits signals to any central station using commonly supported formats, including CID, SIA, Pulse (4×2, 3×1), Radionics (IIe/3a2,4), and DMP.

“TG‑7FX was designed to meet the everyday needs of commercial fire installations with a focused and simple approach,” said George Brody, President of Telguard. “It delivers the same Telguard reliability, compliance, and support customers expect, in a streamlined communicator built for entry level and economical applications.”

The TG‑7FX is UL 864 Listed for use in a UL 864 Listed enclosure certified, reinforcing its suitability for commercial fire signaling applications. Compact in size and efficient in power consumption, the communicator is engineered to integrate seamlessly into existing fire system designs.

The TG‑7FX joins Telguard’s comprehensive portfolio of fire alarm communicators, alongside intrusion and residential solutions, offering dealers the flexibility to select the right communicator for each application.

TG‑7FX Features:

  • LTE sole path cellular communicator for commercial fire systems
  • Supports AT&T or Verizon LTE service (model dependent)
  • Universal compatibility with most fire panels
  • Installs in a UL Listed enclosure; powered by panel auxiliary output (12 or 24 VDC)
  • UL 864 Listed for commercial fire signaling
  • Backed by Telguard’s industry‑leading technical support

The TG‑7FX is now available for pre‑order, with general availability expected in June this year.

For additional product details or to place a pre‑order, visit www.telguard.com/product/tg-7fx

For more information, please visit https://www.telguard.com

Public Safety Organizations Sign Joint Letter Opposing NextNav Petition to the FCC

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The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials-International (APCO), International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) and National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) signed a joint letter to the FCC outlining their concerns that NextNav’s proposed PNT solutions could negatively affect existing incumbent operations essential to the preservation of life and safety.

The letter references the evidence from recent reports and studies, such as the engineering review submitted into the record by Pericle that highlights potential risks of NextNav’s proposal to critical life safety systems noting that these systems are prevalent throughout our country, especially in Americans’ homes and businesses. The letter states that the rule changes requested in the NextNav petition could have significant negative consequences for public safety.

The letter, dated November 13, 2025,  calls out key examples of devices that could be affected if NextNav’s proposals were allowed to proceed:

  • Man down systems/solutions. These devices and solutions help provide public safety agencies with the location of first responders and other pertinent life-safety data while on the scene of an incident. They are especially critical for public safety personnel, because they provide critical tracking data for first responders in unfamiliar settings.
  • Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) systems. SCBA systems provide respiratory protection for first responders in hazardous environments, including fire and areas with toxic gas. These devices may incorporate connectivity features over the Lower 900 MHz band to monitor firefighter status, air supply levels, and environmental conditions. This enables remote monitoring of air cylinder pressures, automatic alerts if a wearer is in distress or immobile, and integration with incident management software for real-time safety oversight.
  • IoT wildfire sensing and wind profile radars. Connected cameras and sensors equipped with AI use the Lower 900 MHz band to detect environmental conditions conducive to wildfires and create wind predictions for wildfire mitigation. These systems provide early warning and situational awareness to inform public safety decision-making and resource deployment.
  • Preemption of traffic signals. These devices help emergency vehicles override typical traffic signal operations. They ensure that emergency vehicles have the right-of-way and can reach the incident scene in a quick and timely manner.
  • Automatic utility gas/electric shut off capabilities. When first responders encounter a scene where live electricity or a gas leak is present, often their first call is to utility companies. Remote shut-off systems operate on the Lower 900 MHz Band. If gas and electric companies cannot operate their remote shut off systems, first responders’ lives and safety could be at risk.
  • Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors: These detectors can be found in the homes of most American citizens. These devices alert people to unsafe levels of smoke or carbon monoxide present in residences or businesses, so that people can evacuate safely. These detectors are often connected directly to alarm companies to allow first responders to arrive on the scene more quickly.

Read the full letter.

Latest News on NextNav Petition to the FCC Focus of SIA Webinar, May 11th

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The lower 900 MHz band (902-928 MHz) is used by millions of Part 15 low-power, radio frequency security and life safety devices such as consumer electronics and appliances, wireless alarm systems, smart home equipment, electronic access control devices and others essential for protecting homes, small businesses and critical infrastructure. A monopolistic proposal from a single company before the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeks to reallocate portions of this band of spectrum for an exclusive license and remove an FCC rule that has protected Part 15 devices from harmful interference and preserved this ecosystem for decades. The Security Industry Association (SIA) and numerous other public safety organizations are opposing this proposal and are fighting it on Capitol Hill.

Join this webinar presented by SIA to learn about the proposal, get an update on where our advocacy efforts stand and discuss the impacts on the security industry devices that communicate in the spectrum.

Panelists will share:

  • An overview of the petition and where it stands today
  • A look at our technical analysis of how this will impact devices in the band
  • A snapshot of SIA’s advocacy on the issue
  • What you can do to help protect this band for security products and services

Speakers:

Jake Parker, senior director of government relations, SIA

Lauren Bresette, senior manager of government relations, SIA

Date: May 11, 2026, 1:00 PM/ET

REGISTER 

 

Vector Security, Inc. Hires David G. Smith as Chief Financial Officer

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Enter TMA's 2026 Awards with a deadline of April 3, 2026.Vector Security, Inc., a leading provider of intelligent security and automation solutions tailored to residential and business customers, has hired David G. Smith as Chief Financial Officer.

In this role, Dave serves as a key member of Vector Security’s executive leadership team, overseeing the company’s financial strategy and operations. His responsibilities include financial planning and analysis, accounting and reporting, budgeting, treasury, capital allocation, risk management, and banking relationships.

With more than two decades of financial leadership experience, Dave most recently served as CFO at Protein Bar Holdings, LLC, where he led comprehensive financial strategy and value creation initiatives.

“Dave’s ability to align financial strategy with enterprise growth makes him a strong addition to our leadership team,†said Pamela J. Petrow, President and CEO of Vector Security. “As we focus on disciplined growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation, his leadership will play a critical role in supporting our strategic priorities, and positioning the company for continued success.â€

Meg DiVito Promoted to Director of Marketing

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Enter TMA's 2026 Awards with a deadline of April 3, 2026.DMP announced that Meg DiVito has been promoted to Director of Marketing. In this role, DiVito will be responsible for leading the marketing team’s operational execution, partnering with DMP’s executive management group in developing the company’s multi-year channel, product and communications strategy.

DiVito brings more than a decade of marketing leadership, including nearly two years with DMP. As Product Marketing Manager, she introduced new campaign channels, implemented innovative marketing strategies and helped streamline communication across engineering, product management, sales and marketing, while developing key messaging designed to resonate with multiple target audiences.

“I’m incredibly proud of the work our team has accomplished over the past two years and grateful for the opportunity to lead such a talented group,†said DiVito. “I look forward to developing strategies that strengthen DMP’s position as the choice for professionals, enabling our dealers to elevate their brands and stand out in a competitive market.â€

“For those of us who work with Meg already, we have nothing but pure excitement and confidence around the contributions she makes daily,†said Ken Francis, Executive Vice President of Video Solutions. “She is highly creative, capable and drives results at every opportunity.â€

Contact Information:
Meg DiVito | Director of Marketing
800-641-4282
Email: MDiVito@DMP.com

Immix and RAD Win SIA New Product Showcase Award for “SARA Alive Operating Inside Immix”

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Immix, a leading provider of software for commercial monitoring centers, and Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. (RAD), a subsidiary of Artificial Intelligence Technology Solutions, Inc. (AITX), today announced that “SARA Alive Operating Inside Immix†has been named a winner in the Commercial Monitoring Solutions category at the Security Industry Association (SIA) New Product Showcase (NPS) Awards at ISC West 2026.

This recognition builds on the ongoing collaboration between Immix and RAD, which began with the development of a feature-rich, device-level integration designed to deliver greater visibility, control, and real-time context to monitoring center operators. That foundation has since evolved to support more advanced capabilities, including the ability for SARA Alive to operate directly within the Immix platform and execute monitoring tasks in real time.

Enter TMA's 2026 Awards with a deadline of April 3, 2026.Monitoring centers today face increasing pressure from fluctuating event volumes, staffing variability, rising operational costs, and an expanding threat landscape. This award highlights a growing need for solutions that improve performance, consistency, and scalability while preserving the flexibility required to support a wide range of operational models.

“It’s meaningful to see this recognized by the industry, especially given how thoughtfully monitoring centers approach change,†said Chris Brown, CEO of Immix. “Our customers are navigating real operational challenges every day, and they need solutions that give them flexibility in how they adapt. This is about enabling them to evolve at their own pace – introducing automation where it makes sense, while maintaining the level of human involvement they expect.â€

SARA Alive Operating Inside Immix represents the next phase of this collaboration. By interacting directly with the Immix user interface, SARA is able to execute monitoring tasks in real time, including alarm review, verification, engagement, and escalation. This allows routine, process-driven events to be handled with speed and consistency, while enabling human operators to remain focused on higher-risk and more complex situations.

“The real challenge isn’t introducing automation – it’s doing it in a way that aligns with how monitoring centers already operate,†said Mark Kenna, CTO of Immix. “By leveraging an API-less integration model, SARA can be deployed into existing environments much like onboarding a new operator, without requiring infrastructure changes. This makes it a practical and controlled way for customers to adopt automation without disruption.â€

The evolution of this solution has been supported by deeper integration of RAD’s devices within the Immix platform, enabling enhanced capabilities such as live video access, audio interaction, and device-level control. These features provide operators – and now SARA – with the context and tools needed to take meaningful action during an event.

“Our industry has spent years talking about automation inside the monitoring center,†said Steve Reinharz, CEO/CTO and founder of AITX and RAD. “SARA Alive operating inside Immix demonstrates what that looks like in practice – handling real monitoring tasks with speed and consistency. This recognition reinforces the role automation can play in helping organizations scale their operations while supporting the people responsible for critical decisions.â€

By combining Immix’s monitoring platform with RAD’s AI-driven capabilities and device ecosystem, the solution delivers measurable operational benefits, including:

  • Improved performance and throughput
  • Consistent, SOP-driven execution of routine events
  • Greater operational resilience in the face of fluctuating activity
  • More effective use of human operators for higher-risk incidents

The SIA New Product Showcase Awards, presented annually at ISC West, honor innovative security products, services, and solutions across multiple categories. The Commercial Monitoring Solutions category recognizes technologies that enhance monitoring operations and response capabilities.

 

TMA Standards Chair Heads ISC West Panel on ANSO/TMA-ATN-01

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Enter TMA's 2026 Awards with a deadline of April 3, 2026.TMA Standards Committee Chair Morgan Hertel, Rapid Response Monitoring, facilitated an educational session at ISC West in Las Vegas on Tuesday, March 24th on TMA’s newest ANSI standard – Active Threat Detection Standard (TMA-ATN-01). The session highlighted how implementing the standard can increase efficiency, accuracy, and speed for monitoring centers and responding agencies in an active threat event.

The presentation panel also featured Mike Picciola, ADT; Megan Bixler, RPL, CPE, APCO International; and Richard Onofrio, Shooter Detection Systems (pictured here). All contributed to the development of the standard, which was released in 2025.
Learn more TMA-ATN-01 and download the standard at https://tma.us/standards/tma-atn-01/.

DICE Corporation Introduces New Billing Platform for Wholesale Monitoring Companies

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Enter TMA's 2026 Awards with a deadline of April 3, 2026.DICE Corporation has developed a billing platform for wholesale monitoring companies and their dealers that integrates with the DICE Alarm & Video monitoring suite of products, including the DICE Matrix and Ceila.ai platforms.

The new system allows wholesale monitoring companies to provide billing and collection services to their dealers and integrators. It includes a portal where dealers can view billing status, including revenue billed and collected. The system also features a collection management component that displays the status of collections, identifies past-due accounts, and shows which accounts have received suspension warnings.

For clients and subscribers, the system offers modern email communications that include PDF invoices and statements with a click-to-pay option, allowing them to pay using their preferred payment method. Subscribers can also log in to the online portal to view past bills and statements, as well as set up automatic payment processing.

The new software is part of DICE Corporation’s platform, which utilizes the Microsoft Dynamics Business Central stack, providing a full financial solution for back-office operations, Sales CRM, and Field Service platforms designed for small to midsize companies and their budgets. Cliff Dice, CEO of DICE Corporation, said, “This service is one of the many products we are bringing to the wholesale dealer monitoring sector of the industry as we begin rolling out one product after another. It’s really an exciting time, as we believe the many products coming out for dealers and integrators will enhance, like never before, the number of options they have to run their businesses.â€

DICE Corporation is one of the industry’s most well-known software companies, providing alarm centers with systems for handling alarm events, video events, and PERS monitoring. The company also develops PBX systems built directly into its automation platform and offers one of the most advanced recurring billing financial systems integrated with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central.