The Electronic Security Expo (ESX) is where cutting-edge business practices meet inspiration and where visionaries and industry decision-makers get down to business. This conference and trade show for electronic security and life safety dealers, integrators, and monitoring companies is the must-attend event for industry professionals who are serious about growing their business and competing at the next level.  

 “The strength of our industry has always come from professionals willing to share what works—and what doesn’t,” said George De Marco, ESX Chairman. “ESX 2026 provides a powerful platform for security and life safety professionals to exchange better practices, learn from real-world experiences, and apply those insights to continually raise performance across their organizations and the industry.” 

Every year, ESX seeks leading industry professionals with extensive real-world experience to join the ranks of ESX educators and share their expertise through comprehensive educational sessions. With 2026 around the corner, ESX has opened the application process for industry professionals to contribute to its educational program: Electronic Security Expo Call For Presenters 

 

What ESX Searches for in Presenters 

One of ESX’s core objectives is to provide attendees with unique peer-to-peer learning opportunities, delivering practical and meaningful business and industry intelligence for entrepreneurs, C-level executives, functional managers, and influencers. This means that the ESX search for presenters focuses on security dealers and integrators who have had success implementing new practices, business models, products, or services. If this describes you, this is your call to apply for ESX 2026. 

 

Benefits of Presenting at ESX  

• Establishing Authority: Presenting at a conference allows speakers to showcase their expertise, positioning themselves as an authority in their fields. 

• Networking: Presenters meet with over 60 industry experts speaking in the ESX program. Speaking at ESX provides a chance to connect with peers, potential collaborators, and even future employers or clients. Networking opportunities extend beyond the classroom, during breaks, and at social events. 

• Professional Development: Preparing and delivering a presentation requires research, organization, and effective communication skills. The process of speaking at a conference contributes to their personal and professional development. 

• Visibility and Exposure: Speaking at a conference can significantly increase a presenter’s visibility within the industry. It puts you in front of a targeted audience, which can lead to recognition, invitations for collaborations, and even media coverage. Your company will also benefit from increased brand recognition within the industry. 

• Contributing to the Community: Speaking at conferences is a way to give back to the professional community. By sharing insights and experiences, presenters contribute to the collective knowledge base of the industry. 

• Savings on ESX Registrations: ESX Speakers enjoy 30% off their ESX registrations. 

 This call for presenters officially closes on JANUARY 30, 2026. 

 

ESX Education Tracks 

2026 sessions will cover tactical advice across Field Operations, Sales & Marketing, Management, Monitoring, and Executive Leadership to help businesses grow and stay competitive. Special emphasis is paid to building RMR or recurring revenue and on the business vertical of fire alarms.  

Field Operations Track 

The backbone of every successful electronic security and life safety dealer/integration company is its field operations team. This track is designed for operations managers, project leaders, and supervisors who are responsible for delivering projects on time, controlling costs, and ensuring exceptional service quality in the field. 

Monitoring Track 

Monitoring is the heartbeat of electronic security and life safety systems—and a powerful driver of recurring revenue and customer loyalty. This track is
designed for integrators who want to maximize profitability, drive innovation, and deliver greater customer value from their monitoring services, whether in-house or through a third-party provider. 

Sales & Marketing Track 

Driving consistent revenue growth requires more than just great products — it demands a strategic, integrated sales and marketing approach. This track is designed for managers to strengthen their coaching skills while mentoring their teams to excel at attracting, converting, and retaining customers. 

Management Track 

Managing an electronic security and life safety integration company today requires agility, foresight, and a deep understanding of the people and financial levers that drive business success. This track is designed for owners, executives, controllers, and rising leaders who want to sharpen their leadership skills and tackle the most pressing challenges facing their organizations. 

Executive Leadership Track 

As the saying goes, “It can be lonely at the top.” But it doesn’t have to be. The most successful business leaders never stop learning —and never lead alone.  

This track is designed for C-level executives, presidents, general managers, entrepreneurs, and owners who are focused on shaping the future of their organizations.