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ASIS SFBA Welcomes the New 2024 Board
By Redwood Shores, December 14, 2023 – ASIS San Francisco Bay Area, a leading professional association for security professionals, is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2024. The incoming board members bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and a shared commitment to advancing the mission and goals of ASIS International.
The newly appointed members of the Board of Directors include:
- Deric Morrow: Chairperson
- Elizabeth Moslander: Vice Chairperson
- Robert Chamberlin: Secretary
- Molly Guest: Treasurer
These distinguished individuals were selected for their proven leadership, strategic vision, and dedication to ASIS SFBA mission of driving local networking, strong communication with members, and sustainable growth of membership. Their collective experience spans from practitioner, entrepreneur, consultant, and management, providing a diverse set of skills that will contribute to the association's growth and influence within the local physical security industry.
"We are thrilled to welcome our new board members, who bring a wealth of knowledge and a fresh perspective to ASIS SFBA Chapter," said Alicia Domingos, 2023 Chairperson. "Their expertise aligns seamlessly with our strategic objectives, and I’m confident that their contributions will enhance our ability to serve our members and drive innovation within the security industry."
The incoming Chairperson, Deric Morrow, has articulated the board's objectives for the upcoming year, which involve organizing monthly events spread across the bay area. In order to ensure effective communication with our members, a range of diverse channels will be employed, including phone calls, emails, and newsletters. The ultimate aim is to foster an expansion in membership within the organization, thereby giving more individuals a platform to contribute towards shaping the future of our industry.
About ASIS SFBA:
ASIS SFBA is a chapter within the ASIS International organization. ASIS International was founded in 1955 and the local SFBA chapter was one of the first chapters created to serve local members founded in 1973. There are currently over 800 ASIS International members with many of them also members of this local chapter.
For media inquiries or more information, please contact:
Matthew Livermore
Communications Chair
Member Spotlight - Alana Forrest
By Molly Guest
As an advocate for diversity, inclusion, and equality, it was a natural choice to select Alana Forrest as our featured chapter member this month. Alana has been actively involved with ASIS for 11 years and is currently transitioning into a consulting role after serving as Director of Safety and Security for prominent companies including Pixar, Oracle, and Intuit. Alana has made significant contributions to our Women in Security event this month, which will focus on branding and reputation management.
When asked about her motivation to engage in philanthropic organizations, Alana attributes it to the values instilled in her by her upbringing. She has served on the boards of three non-profit organizations, including a six-year tenure with the YWCA which has a mission of eliminating racism and empowering women. Among her proudest achievements is co-founding the Women Leaders in Law Enforcement Foundation in 2004, which promotes leadership, career development, education, and mentoring opportunities for women in law enforcement. This initiative has gained traction nationwide, with participation from California's chief of police and members from various locations across the United States. The foundation's annual gathering has grown from 100 attendees in 2004 to over 2,000 in 2023.
Discussing the impact of her non-profit work on her career, Alana emphasizes the importance of reciprocal relationships. She recommends that your goal should not merely be networking, but rather making genuine connections. This advice is a great takeaway for a young professional. Alana goes on to advise reaching out and actively contributing to the relationships formed through those connections. She gave examples of sending articles of mutual interest or sharing photos from locations or conferences you discussed in past conversations. By doing so, you can show your attentiveness and comprehension of these discussions. Alana's suggests having at least five individuals to whom one can turn for running ideas by or to gain advice from. She emphasizes the invaluable role mentors play in one's career and encourages young professionals to seek at least one mentor. Alana recommends volunteering and actively participating in various opportunities to increase exposure and build connections. However, she cautions individuals to avoid overextending themselves, as this can have negative implications for their brand and reputation.
For those interested in becoming more involved with the ASIS San Francisco Bay Area (SFBA) Chapter or the Women in Security Committee, please reach out to a committee chair or board member.
