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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q2 – REMEMBERING KEITH ORINGER

Remembering Keith Oringer Aley Smidt, CALSAGA Communications Manager We are saddened to announce the sudden passing of Keith Oringer, Founder and President of Security ProAdvisors. Keith has been a Network Partner of CALSAGA for 2 years & has assisted numerous member companies over the years. He was a well-respected member of the security industry, providing […]

THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q2 – CUT EMPLOYEE TURNOVER AND BOOST SAVINGS: HOW SECTION 125 CAN HELP GUARD COMPANIES KEEP STAFF, SAVE ON TAXES AND REDUCE THEIR WORKERS COMP PREMIUMS, WITHOUT CHANGING BROKERS OR COMPANIES

Cut Turnover and Boost Savings: How Section 125 Can Help Guard Companies Keep Staff, Save on Taxes and Reduce Their Workers Comp Premiums Rick Knight, Business Link Solutions, CALSAGA Associate Member According to many industry publications, the security guard industry faces a very high turnover rate, reportedly as high as 300% to 400%. The two […]

THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q2 – BUILDING STRONG ALLIANCES FOR SUCCESS AND GROWTH IN THE SECURITY INDUSTRY: STRATEGIES TO DEVELOP YOUR NETWORK

Building Strong Alliances for Success and Growth in the Security Industry: Strategies to Develop Your Network Adelynn Camacho, Guardian Secure Solutions LLC, Associate Member Success in the security industry often comes down to one key factor: the company you keep. In other words, growth requires networking. But networking is more than just collecting business cards or attending […]

THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q2 – ENHANCING SECURITY WITH TELEMATICS AND DASH CAMERAS: AN INSURANCE ADVISOR’S PERSPECTIVE

Enhancing Security with Telematics and Dash Cameras: An Insurance Advisor’s Perspective Shaun Kelly & John Koskinen, Assured Partners , CALSAGA Preferred Broker In the security guard industry, ensuring the safety and accountability of commercial vehicles is paramount. As an insurance advisor, I highly recommend the integration of telematics and dash cameras for several compelling reasons. […]

THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q2 – BEYOND THEORY: ANALYTICS AND AI RESHAPING SECURITY OPERATIONS

Beyond Theory: Analytics and AI Reshaping Security Operations David Libesman, TEAM Software by WorkWave, CALSAGA Network Partner The security industry has steadily adopted technology solutions over the years. While some manual processes still exist, many companies are now using ERP systems and mobile tools to manage their workforce and operations. Now, the industry is on […]

THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q2 – FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY: THE HIDDEN WORKFORCE RETENTION TOOL

Financial Technology: The Hidden Workforce Retention Tool Jacob Olins, TEAM Software by WorkWave, CALSAGA Network Partner As leaders in the security industry, you’re well aware about how difficult the labor market can be and how employee churn can impact your bottom line. Finding qualified candidates, conducting background checks and training new staff consume significant resources […]

THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q2 – ACHIEVE BUSINESS OBJECTIVES WITH EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE COUNSELING TECHNIQUES

Achieve Business Objectives with Effective Performance Counseling Techniques Anne Laguzza, The Works Consulting, CALSAGA Network Partner The key to increased productivity and efficiency is in asking. Asking is one key element of effective performance counseling techniques that help leaders achieve business objectives. Picture this: You oversee an employee who is not accomplishing all their required […]

THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q2 – MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Member Spotlight – Saga Security Services Inc. Shela Borr, CALSAGA Ambassador Committee Co-Chair In this quarter’s Member Spotlight, the CALSAGA Ambassador Committee is proud to feature Saga Security Services Inc.! Founded on a strong platform of integrity, professionalism, and excellence, Saga Security is committed to safeguarding people, assets, and reputations through innovative solutions, proactive strategies, […]

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The Californian 2025 Q1 – NEW CALIFORNIA LAWS FOR 2025 FOCUS ON CANNABIS CAFES, PARKING RULES, RETAIL THEFT, AND LAWSUIT REFORM

NEW CALIFORNIA LAWS FOR 2025 FOCUS ON CANNABIS CAFES, PARKING RULES, RETAIL THEFT, AND LAWSUIT REFORM Barry A. Bradley, Esq., Bradley, Gmelich + Wellerstein, CALSAGA Legal Advisor Governor Gavin Newsom signed more than 100  bills last year that went into law January 1st.  Now that we’re through the New Year festivities and reality has set […]