IMRON Security & Safety Summit
2026 Event Recap

Detroit at Ford Field.

On June 30, 2026, security professionals, industry leaders, technology manufacturers, and public-safety experts came together at Ford Field for a full day focused on physical security, active-shooter prevention, AI, cybersecurity, leadership, and real-world solutions.

Ford FieldDetroit, MichiganTuesday, June 30, 20269:00 AM–4:00 PM
FREEAttendance for registered security professionals
NFL VenueHosted inside Ford Field in downtown Detroit
Live DemosSecurity technology demonstrated in person
CPEEducational sessions designed for self-reported CPE programs
NFL LegendSpecial appearance by Detroit Lions great Jason Hanson
The Summit Experience

Education, Technology, and Community Inside an NFL Stadium.

The Detroit Summit brought the security community together in a setting designed to encourage meaningful conversations instead of a traditional trade-show experience.

Attendees could learn from experienced speakers, compare technologies, speak directly with manufacturers and industry leaders, enjoy complimentary lunch, earn CPE credits, and take part in football-themed activities at Ford Field.

Ford Field in Detroit
Education

Expert-Led Sessions

Active-shooter prevention, physical security, AI, cybersecurity, leadership, and incident response.

Technology

Live Demonstrations

See products working, compare approaches, and speak directly with the people behind the technology.

Professional Development

CPE Opportunities

Sessions supported many self-reporting continuing-education programs.

Experience

Football + Fun

Team jerseys, prizes, the Touchdown Dance Challenge, and a special NFL legend appearance.

Event Agenda

A Full Day of Security Conversations.

9:00–9:55 AM
Registration / Exhibits
9:55–10:00 AM
Introduction
10:00–10:40 AM
Captain Josh Bitsko — Las Vegas Concert Shooting
10:40–10:45 AM
Break
10:45–11:15 AM
Katherine Schweit
11:15–11:20 AM
Break
11:20 AM–12:00 PM
Chris Grollnek
12:00–2:00 PM
Lunch / Exhibits
12:45–1:15 PM
CEO Fireside Chat
1:15–2:00 PM
AI and Cybersecurity
2:00–2:10 PM
Break
2:10–3:00 PM
Real-World Security Leadership
2:30–4:00 PM
Meet NFL Legend Jason Hanson
3:00–3:30 PM
Break
3:30–3:55 PM
Touchdown Dance Challenge
3:55–4:00 PM
$500 Giveaway
FEATURED SESSION

Active Shooter Prevention & Real-World Response

Learn from nationally recognized experts with decades of experience in law enforcement, targeted violence prevention, crisis response, preparedness, and leadership under pressure.

Katherine Schweit
ACTIVE SHOOTER PREVENTION

Katherine Schweit

Former Senior FBI Official
Creator of the FBI's Active Shooter Program

Katherine Schweit is a former Senior FBI Official, prosecutor, and nationally recognized expert in active shooter prevention and targeted violence. She created the FBI's Active Shooter Program and authored the landmark FBI study on 160 active shooter incidents in the United States.

She has responded to major national incidents and now advises organizations on security strategy, crisis response, and violence prevention.

FEATURED IN
Chris Grollnek
PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS

Chris Grollnek

Active Shooter Prevention Expert
30+ Years Across Military, Law Enforcement & Security

Chris Grollnek, M.S., is one of the nation's leading active shooter prevention experts with more than 30 years of experience spanning military, law enforcement, and specialized security operations.

As Founder and Managing Principal of the Active Shooter Prevention Project, Chris helps organizations proactively prevent acts of violence through training, preparedness, and real-world protective strategies.

FEATURED IN
Josh Bitsko
REAL-WORLD RESPONSE

Josh Bitsko

Retired LVMPD Captain
Tactical Responder to the October 1 Las Vegas Mass Shooting

Josh Bitsko is a retired Captain with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and a 24-year law enforcement veteran with firsthand experience responding to and leading some of the nation's most critical incidents.

He was part of the tactical response to the October 1 mass shooting and later served as incident commander during multiple mass casualty events. Today, he speaks on preparedness, leadership under pressure, and resilience.

24 Years in Law Enforcement
LVMPD Retired Captain
1 OCT Tactical Response
EXECUTIVE SESSION

CEO Fireside Chat

A candid conversation with senior industry leaders on where physical security is headed, how the market is changing, and what companies need to do to stay relevant and grow.

Matt Barnette
INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP

Matt Barnette

President & CEO, PSA Network
30+ Years Leading Security Technology Organizations

Matt Barnette is President & Chief Executive Officer of PSA Network and a board member of both PSA and the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST).

Prior to joining PSA, Matt served as President of Mercury Security and held leadership roles at AMAG Technology and HID Global, giving him a unique perspective on access control, technology strategy, channel relationships, and the future of the security industry.

PSA President & CEO
Mercury Former President
HID Global Leadership
Joe Grillo
GROWTH & INVESTMENT

Joe Grillo

CEO / Investor
Built and Led Major Global Security Businesses

Joe Grillo is a recognized leader in electronic security and access control with more than 30 years of experience driving growth, acquisitions, and innovation.

He founded ACRE, held senior leadership roles at HID and ASSA ABLOY, and led a $750M global technology division. Joe has also served as President of the Security Industry Association and continues to advise and invest in companies shaping the future of physical security.

ACRE Founder
$750M Global Division
SIA Past President
Don Erickson
INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE

Don Erickson

Security Industry Association
A Front-Row View of Where the Security Industry Is Headed

Don Erickson is CEO of the Security Industry Association (SIA), where he has helped advance the security industry through innovation, workforce development, education, and advocacy. A respected industry leader, Don moderated a speaker session at the IMRON Security & Safety Summit at Ford Field in Detroit.

SIA CEO
Chief Strategist 500 Security Member Companies
Policy Advocate SIA Public Policy Agenda
WHAT TO EXPECT

Expect a candid discussion about consolidation, emerging technologies, channel relationships, changing customer expectations, and what the next generation of security companies will need to get right.

TECHNOLOGY SESSION

AI & Cybersecurity

Explore how artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, computer vision, governance, and emerging technologies are reshaping physical security and the organizations that depend on it.

Kasia Hanson
RESPONSIBLE AI

Kasia Hanson

AI & Security Leader
Leading at the Intersection of AI, Cybersecurity & Physical Security

Kasia Hanson is a respected leader across physical security, cybersecurity, AI, and biometrics, helping organizations protect people, places, and data through responsible innovation.

As President of the U.S. Chapter of the Global Council for Responsible AI, she brings a practical perspective on how AI should be deployed with trust, accountability, and measurable business value.

Responsible AI Biometrics Security Strategy
Andrew Livingston
CYBERSECURITY & GRC

Andrew Livingston

Cybersecurity Expert
Turning Cybersecurity Frameworks into Practical Outcomes

Andrew Livingston is a Senior Solutions Sales Engineer at FreeWave with deep expertise in cybersecurity, governance, risk and compliance, and data security.

His experience spans commercial and classified environments, with a focus on reducing risk, meeting compliance requirements, and improving security posture without slowing down the business.

Cybersecurity GRC Data Security
Derek Martinez
AI STRATEGY

Derek Martinez

AI Strategy Leader
Exploring the Next Wave of AI, Robotics & Computer Vision

Derek Martinez is a technology executive working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and enterprise strategy.

With more than two decades of experience across security and technology, he helps audiences understand the evolving landscape of Imaging IoT, computer vision, robotics, quantum computing, and the ethical use of AI.

AI Strategy Computer Vision Emerging Tech
Sean Grimm
AI VIDEO ANALYTICS

Sean Grimm

AI Expert
Applying AI to Real-World Security Operations

Sean Grimm is the U.S. Country Manager at Ipsotek, where he leads the expansion of AI-driven video analytics and security solutions across North America.

With over 25 years in critical infrastructure and physical security, Sean helps organizations use advanced computer vision to improve situational awareness and strengthen security operations.

Video Analytics Computer Vision Critical Infrastructure
WHAT TO EXPECT

A practical conversation about where AI is creating real value in security, how organizations can manage cyber risk and governance, and what leaders should be preparing for as intelligent systems become more deeply embedded into physical security operations.

LEADERSHIP SESSION

Real-World Security Leadership

Hear from leaders working across physical security, operational technology, violence prevention, and emerging security technologies about what it takes to protect people, infrastructure, and operations in the real world.

Glenn Norling
VIOLENCE PREVENTION

Glenn Norling

Active Shooter Prevention Project Executive Director
Retired FBI Special Agent Focused on Prevention & Preparedness

Glenn Norling is a retired FBI Special Agent and Executive Director of the Active Shooter Prevention Project.

Through the ASPP P.R.O. Model — Prevention, Response, and Options — he helps organizations and communities better understand how to prepare for acts of violence and make informed decisions before help arrives.

FBI Preparedness Violence Prevention
Nissrine Saidi
OT & INDUSTRIAL SECURITY

Nissrine Saidi

OT Security Leader
Bridging Automation, Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure

Nissrine Saidi is the Founder of Seniconnect Services and a security leader specializing in operational technology, industrial automation, and smart manufacturing.

Her expertise spans automation engineering, robotics, PLCs, and industrial control systems, helping organizations modernize securely while improving resilience, efficiency, and performance.

OT Security Industrial Automation ICS
Stephen Oliva
PHYSICAL SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE

Stephen Oliva

Physical Security Expert
Connecting Power, Architecture & Real-World Security Outcomes

Stephen Oliva represents Altronix, one of the industry's most trusted manufacturers of power and security infrastructure solutions.

His experience across access control, video, and building automation gives him a practical view of how power, connectivity, and system architecture directly affect reliability and security performance.

Power Access Control Infrastructure
Jeff Ross
AUTONOMOUS SECURITY

Jeff Ross

Security Technology Leader
Former U.S. Navy SEAL Advancing Autonomous Security Technology

Jeff Ross is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and CEO of Brecourt Solutions, focused on advancing unmanned aerial vehicle technology for security, defense, and critical infrastructure protection.

Drawing on 13 years of elite military experience, he applies expertise in aerial reconnaissance and autonomous systems to help organizations improve surveillance, situational awareness, and threat detection.

UAV Autonomous Systems Critical Infrastructure
WHAT TO EXPECT

A practical discussion about leadership under pressure, protecting increasingly connected environments, designing resilient security systems, and how new technologies are changing the way organizations prepare for and respond to threats.

Jason Hanson
Special Guest

Jason Hanson

2:30 PM–4:00 PM

Detroit Lions legend Jason Hanson joined the Summit for autographs and photos, giving attendees the opportunity to meet one of the most recognizable and respected players in franchise history.

Hanson spent his entire 21-year NFL career with the Detroit Lions and earned two Pro Bowl selections during a career defined by consistency, professionalism, and longevity.

On the Field

Football Was Part of the Experience.

Touchdown Dance Challenge

Participants brought their best touchdown celebration to the field for one of the Summit's signature activities.

Experience the Technology

Live Product Demonstrations.

The Summit exhibit area gave attendees a chance to move beyond marketing material and experience security technology directly.

Compare SolutionsExplore multiple technologies in one place and see what fits your environment.
Ask Technical QuestionsTalk directly with manufacturers, engineers, integrators, and industry experts.
See Real-World ApplicationsLearn how products are being used to improve safety, security, and operations.
NOT A TRADITIONAL TRADE SHOW

Learn. Ask Questions. Experience the Technology.

The format was intentionally more personal—creating room for conversations between end users and the companies developing the solutions.

Premier Event Partner

Platinum Sponsor

PLATINUM SPONSOR

Proudly Supported by Altronix.

Altronix helped support a day focused on education, innovation, industry collaboration, and practical security solutions.

Technology & Community Partners

Organizations That Helped Make Detroit Possible.

Alcatraz
ASPP PRO
ASSA ABLOY
Azure Access
Axis Communications
Brecourt
FreeWave
Garrett
International SOS
Ipsotek
Optex
Security Industry Association
SVIP
Unified Protective Services
Zenitel
The Venue

Ford Field

Home of the Detroit Lions, Ford Field brought the Summit into the heart of downtown Detroit. Its field level, video boards, and distinctive glass atrium created a memorable setting for networking, demonstrations, education, and football activities.

Ford Field
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