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IN THIS ISSUE

• ASIS in the News
• Membership
• ASIS Seminar
• Professional Development Programs
• Standards and Guidelines
• Certification
• Wharton/ASIS Program for Security Executives
• ASIS Bookstore
• Security Management
• Information Resources Center
• International Conferences
• Trade Shows
• Partnerships

ASIS in the News

May 7, 2008: ASIS 2008, the Premier Conference for Security Professionals, to Feature Expanded Education Program

April 17, 2008: ASIS International Names FLO Exclusive Provider of Registered Traveler Services to 36,000 Members

April 3, 2008: Security Management Examines Campus Shootings

Membership

New Online Directory Now Available.

It’s here…the exclusively online ASIS Membership Directory. It’s enhanced—with more accurate searches, updates within two business days, additional search criteria, and more security. Ready to try it? Click here.

Reach Out! Member-Get-a-Member Program

First quarter reports are now online. Find out how many members you’ve recruited so far – check out Individual (pdf) and Chapter reports (net number (pdf) and net percentage (pdf)).

Registered Traveler Program

ASIS members now have the opportunity to speed through airport security at participating airports as well as receive additional global travel benefits, through an exclusive partnership between ASIS and the FLO Corporation, a leading Registered Traveler (RT) services provider. RT is a nationwide program with oversight by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), designed to enhance the airport screening process and increase airport security. Click here for complete details and to enroll.

ASIS Seminar

ASIS International 54th Annual Seminar and Exhibits

September 15-18, 2008
Atlanta, Georgia

Examine security from every angle at ASIS 2008 in Atlanta! See thousands of products and services on the larger-than-ever exhibit floor. From access control to IP technology to weapons detection and everything in between—you’ll find the innovative solutions you’re looking for at ASIS 2008. Check out current exhibitors, products, and services now.

Registration
Housing

Professional Development Programs

Classroom Programs

Assets Protection Course II: Practical Applications
May 12-15, 2008
Charleston, SC

Security Trends and Solutions
May 19-21, 2008
Las Vegas, NV

Facility Security Design
June 2-4, 2008
Redondo Beach, CA

ASIS International Security Standards Training
June 9-10, 2008
Vilnius, Lithuania

Assets Protection Course III: Functional Management
June 16-19, 2008
Tampa, FL

Securing the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain: From Manufacturers to Consumers
July 7-8, 2008
Boston, MA

Physical Security: Advanced Applications and Technology
July 7-9, 2008
Boston, MA

Webinars

Lower price of $99 just announced! Plus, with every paid download, you’ll have the opportunity to view the program two additional times within 30 days following the event—at absolutely no additional cost. For details, click here.

CPTED Outside the Box: Creative Combinations of Environmental and Physical Security that Reduce the Cost of Preventing Crime
June 11, 2008
Noon Eastern

Leading From Within a Crisis Management Team
July 9, 2008
Noon Eastern

eLearning

Learn at your own pace, place, and time—24/7 access. This month highlighting:

Sexual Harassment
Move from a comprehensive working definition of this sensitive subject to 30 scenarios highlighting real workplace examples. Learn what good managers should do, what to do it you are harassed, and the powerful effects of this unacceptable behavior.

Additional eLearning opportunities

Standards and Guidelines

Standards Procedures Posted

The ASIS International Standards Development Procedures (pdf) for developing American National Standards have been posted with accompanying development and appeals process flow charts (pdf).

Security, Preparedness and Continuity (SPC) Standards Committee

The Security, Preparedness and Continuity (SPC) Committee is forming and seeks assistance. See the SPC Committee Member Invitation (pdf) for participation and contact information. Work will involve the development of two American National Standards, designated ASIS.SPC.1-200X and ASIS.SPC.2-200X.

Chief Security Officer Standards Committee

The Chief Security Officer Standards Committee has formed and currently seeks assistance from Producer/Service Provider and General Interest category candidates. More detail at CSO Committee Member Invitation (pdf).

Certification

Make this the year to become ASIS board certified! To find out about ASIS' three designations—CPP, PCI, and PSP—and how they can enhance your recognition and competency within the security profession, click here.

Wharton/ASIS Program for Security Executives

Dates for the next offering of this program have just been announced: November 3-7, 2008 and February 2-6, 2009. Both weeks are required for completion. Now accepting registrations.

ASIS Bookstore - Look What's New!

Book of the Month:
Biosecurity and Bioterrorism: Containing and Preventing Biological Threats

New at the bookstore:
Security Surveys
Securing America’s Passenger-Rail Systems
Security Clearance Manual: How to Reduce the Time It Takes to Get Your Government Clearance

Security Management

This month's cover story: Where Criminals Fear to Tread. Use well-established environmental crime principles to make criminals conclude that it’s too risky to commit crimes on your property.

Information Resources Center

New  Security Resources List (February & March) (pdf)
Updated  Academic Programs Listing (pdf)

International Conferences

2009 Call for Presentations

ASIS International 3rd Asia-Pacific Security Conference: Advancing Security in the Asia-Pacific Region
February 3-5, 2009
Hong Kong
Submission Deadline: June 25, 2008, click here for details and to submit your proposal online.

Trade Shows 2008

ASIS will be exhibiting at ASIS NYC / IFMA GNY Solutions Expo in New York City, NY at the Jacob Javits Convention Center, May 12, 2008. Click here for more information!

Partnerships

ICSC 2008 Annual Meeting & Exposition: Unraveling the Tangled Web of Cargo Security (pdf)
May 12-15, 2008
Kings Point, NY

The International Cargo Security Council brings you the must-attend event of the year for cargo security professionals. This year's event focuses on building networks, sharing information, and emerging technology in the inter-modal transporation and supply chain security arena.

Traveling to the DC area?

Take advantage of a special rate for ASIS members:
The Westin Alexandria
400 Courthouse Square
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 253-8600

For more information, call Joji Gamble (703-253-8626) or email (joji.gamble@westin.com).  Be sure to mention the ASIS International discounted rate of $209 plus tax (good through December 2008).

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