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Discover how innovative security professionals are driving growth with smarter technology and service-based strategies. This session explores how modern security solutions—ranging from automation and cloud platforms to integrated systems—are helping teams boost recurring monthly revenue (RMR) and build lasting customer relationships. Learn how to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving industry while unlocking new opportunities for long-term success.

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This session explores how AI is being used across the security and life safety industry, the evolving state and federal policy landscape, and what it means for companies navigating innovation, risk, and compliance.

Featuring:

Holly Borgmann, Vice President, Government Relations at ADT

Ryan Lee, Founder & Chief Executive at Trident

Businesses face regulatory and compliance requirements that include monitoring of inventory, facilities and overall environmental conditions for employee safety. Learn how to grow business and RMR with existing and potential new customers using Winland’s line of product and services.

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If you’re still relying on stock content, you’re already behind. This session reveals how leading integrators, manufacturers, and service providers are turning real installations into powerful marketing and sales assets. Learn how to capture authentic proof, navigate legal barriers, and outpace competitors by telling real customer stories that build trust and drive growth.

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Security systems generate alerts, but response still depends on signal quality, prioritization, and context. This session explores how AI can help identify true emergencies, reduce noise, and accelerate the path from alarm to first responder arrival, improving outcomes for monitoring providers, public safety teams, and security leaders in critical moments.

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Hear bold opinions and real‑world debate on AI. Three industry leaders confront hype, trust, accountability, and the operational reality of AI. We’ll challenge assumptions about what AI can, can’t, and should do when operational efficiency, safety and lives are on the line. This no-filter conversation highlights the experiences, opinions, and foresight of your peers.

Featuring:

Matthew Carlson, Controller at Doyle Security Systems, Vice Chair of ARC, ESA’s AI Readiness Council

Taylor Criddle, Vice President of Advocacy and Public Affairs at the Electronic Security Association.

The ESA AI Readiness Council (ARC) Meeting at ESX 2026 invites industry leaders to focus on how artificial intelligence can be practically implemented across integrator and dealer operations.

This meeting is designed to move beyond theory and into execution, exploring real-world strategies for leveraging AI to improve efficiency, enhance service delivery, and drive recurring revenue. Discussions will center on how AI can be applied across everyday business functions, from monitoring and operations to customer engagement and decision-making.

Attendees will gain insight into ARC’s ongoing initiatives, including workforce enablement, standards development, and client-facing applications, while identifying actionable opportunities to integrate AI into their businesses today.

Learn how to harness modular components and AI-based technology to install a camera in 5 minutes or less. Saving up to 45 minutes of setup time per camera and eliminating subsequent truck rolls gives you a powerful advantage, especially when you need to install hundreds of cameras on a job site. Add to that a free cloud VMS to unlock RMR with simple renewals and powerful features that will set you apart from your competitors. Faster deployments lower project costs, sharpen bid competitiveness, and free teams to win new business.

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Security buyers are finding you differently — and most dealers are losing visibility. AI Overviews and zero-click searches are shrinking organic traffic, while AI assistants rarely recommend local companies. This session breaks down what’s happening and delivers a practical, Monday-morning plan to protect your leads, RMR growth, and competitive edge.

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Be there as the ESX 2026 Expo Floor officially opens, kicking off an unparalleled showcase of innovation and opportunity! Join fellow security and life safety professionals as the ribbon is cut, unveiling the industry’s latest technologies, services, and solutions. Explore state-of-the-art exhibits, engage directly with leading suppliers, and discover game-changing tools to take your business to the next level. This is more than just an expo—it’s a launchpad for ideas, networking, and growth. Don’t miss this exciting moment that sets the tone for a dynamic week ahead!

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True creative work exists in the gap between what you have and what you think you need. The ESX Keynote Luncheon will provide the tools your team needs to become more innovative.

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