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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q4 – The ROI of Smarter Security: How AI Body Cameras Are Transforming the Industry

THE ROI OF SMARTER SECURITY: HOW AI BODY CAMERAS ARE TRANSFORMING THE INDUSTRY Johann Hauswald, Plix AI, CALSAGA Network Partner In today’s fast-paced private security landscape, efficiency, accountability, and client confidence aren’t just competitive advantages – they define operational success. As security teams balance rising demands with limited resources, emerging technologies like AI-powered body worn […]

October 28, 2025 by
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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q4 – Prepping the Private Security Sector for California’s Increasing Demand

PREPPING THE PRIVATE SECURITY SECTOR FOR CALIFORNIA’S INCREASING DEMAND Tory Brownyard, Brownyard Group, Associate Member California is now at the center of the nation’s violent crime crisis. February’s Woodland Hills party shooting, and June’s anti-ICE protests have made the threat immediate. By October 12, 2025, California reported 19 mass shootings, causing 11 deaths and 85 […]

October 28, 2025 by
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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q4 – Be Prepared for Higher Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rates

BE PREPARED FOR HIGHER WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE RATES Shaun Kelly, Assured Partners , CALSAGA Preferred Broker Great seeing everyone at the CALSAGA conference! I shared some of this information during the conference and thought it would be good to revisit and assist you in mitigating the potential increase in Workers’ Compensation rates that will be […]

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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q4 – Three Priorities Shaping the Future of Enterprise Security Operations

THREE PRIORITIES SHAPING THE FUTURE OF ENTERPRISE SECURITY OPERATIONS Jill Davie, TEAM Software by WorkWave, CALSAGA Network Partner If you lead an enterprise-level security guarding company, the conversations at trade shows this fall likely confirmed what you’re already experiencing. After engaging with industry peers and innovators, a clear consensus emerged: the security landscape is being […]

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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q4 – Top 3 Actions Security Leaders Should Take to Close Out the Year Strong: Why the End of the Year Matters

TOP 3 ACTIONS SECURITY LEADERS SHOULD TAKE TO CLOSE OUT THE YEAR STRONG: WHY THE END OF THE YEAR MATTERS Anne Laguzza, The Works Consulting, CALSAGA Network Partner Many leaders coast into the year-end, thinking about holiday schedules and payroll deadlines. But strong leaders use this time strategically to motivate their teams, solidify culture, and […]

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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q4 – Navigating the Overtime Tax Changes of 2025: What Security Professionals Need to Know

NAVIGATING THE OVERTIME TAX CHANGES OF 2025: WHAT SECURITY PROFESSIONALS NEED TO KNOW Nina De Forge, TEAM Software by WorkWave, CALSAGA Network Partner Important Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal or tax advice or a political opinion. Consult with internal and/or external counsel, as well as a qualified tax […]

October 28, 2025 by
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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q3 – IMPROVE YOUR HIRING PROCESS: HOW TO RECOGNIZE INDICATORS OF MISALIGNMENT

IMPROVE YOUR HIRING PROCESS: HOW TO RECOGNIZE INDICATORS OF MISALIGNMENT Anne Laguzza, The Works Consulting, CALSAGA Network Partner It’s so subtle that many leaders often miss it, and missing it can lead to hiring an applicant who isn’t the right fit for your organization without even realizing it until much later. But, if you pay […]

July 28, 2025 by
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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q3 – CYBER INSURANCE

CYBER INSURANCE Shaun Kelly, Assured Partners , CALSAGA Preferred Broker Hope everyone is doing well, and I know all of you are working hard. Recently, we are receiving more requests for Cyber Insurance coverage than we have in the past. In most cases the requests are a result of a contract requirement, growing concern for […]

July 28, 2025 by
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THE CALIFORNIAN 2025 Q3 – MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT – POMONA VALLEY HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER SECURITY DEPARTMENT Shela Borr, CALSAGA Ambassador Committee Co-Chair The CALSAGA Ambassador Committee is honored to feature the Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center (PVHMC) Security Department in this quarter’s Membership Spotlight. With a steadfast mission to safeguard the lives and property of patients, visitors, and associates, PVHMC’s Security […]

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