The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Tia M. Eskandari, PMP®, Director of Service, Allied Universal Technology Services® (AUTS) as a recipient of the 2022 SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, a program developed by the SIA Women in Security Forum to further educational opportunities and promote advancement for the widest spectrum of people possible in the security industry.

I am deeply honoured to have been chosen for this scholarship,” said Tia M. Eskandari, Director of Service, Allied Universal Technology Services®. “I will continue to do my part to lead change and pave the way for women and diversity in our industry. My plan is to use the scholarship to further my process improvement and change management training in 2023.”

Change management training

We congratulate Tia Eskandari for this remarkable achievement and look forward to her continued accomplishments in the security technology industry,” said Carey Boethel, President, Allied Universal Technology Services®. “Tia is a PMP certified operations executive with experience in leading multi-function teams through continuous improvement and cultural intelligence.”

In addition to Tia M. Eskandari, the SIA awarded six other women. Each honouree is awarded $10,000 to use toward continuing education and professional development courses, conferences or webinars, SIA program offerings, repayment of student loan debt or other academic pursuits.

In case you missed it

How can physical security systems make schools safer?
How can physical security systems make schools safer?

Students deserve a safe and positive environment where they can learn and thrive. Teachers and administrators should be able to focus on their primary role of educating students be...

DNAKE smart intercom elevates Dickensa 27 security
DNAKE smart intercom elevates Dickensa 27 security

Dickensa 27, a modern residential complex in Warsaw, Poland, sought to enhance its security, communication, and convenience for residents through advanced intercom solutions. ...

Anviz transforms traditional property management into a smart reality, making digitisation more than just talk
Anviz transforms traditional property management into a smart reality, making digitisation more than just talk

The Middle East has recently expanded its real estate market as the region's economy grows and urbanisation accelerates. This trend has led to an increasing demand for smart securi...

Quick poll
How likely is it that companies will invest in cloud-based physical security solutions in the next 5 years?