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IN THIS ISSUE

• ASIS in the News
• ASIS Seminar
• Pre-Seminar Tours and Intensives
• Foundation Seminar Events
• Election
• Standards and Guidelines
• Membership
• Professional Development Programs
• Certification
• ASIS Bookstore
• Security Management
• Partnerships
• International Conferences
• Information Resources Center

ASIS in the News

July 31, 2008: ASIS International Announces Draft Guideline for Facilities Physical Security Measures

July 30, 2008: ASIS International Moves Forward on Two American National Standards Projects

July 28, 2008: ASIS International Publishes New CPP Study Guide

July 25, 2008: ASIS International Announces the First Roy Bordes Council Member Award of Excellence

July 24, 2008: ASIS International Publishes "Security Surveys"

July 21, 2008: ASIS International Announces Industry Supporters for the 54th Annual Seminar and Exhibits

ASIS Seminar

ASIS International 54th Annual Seminar and Exhibits

September 15-18, 2008
Atlanta, Georgia

Early Bird Registration Deadline: Friday, August 8

If you haven't already registered for this landmark event, you'll want to act now to take advantage of significant savings. Registering for the full event gives you access to all 175+ sessions, a myriad of networking opportunities, plus the world-class Exhibits. Or register for Exhibits-only—it's free. Don't miss this once-a-year opportunity to learn from the best in the industry!  Housing deadline: August 13.

You can enroll for Registered Traveler Program at ASIS 2008!

Experience 'Life in the Fast Lane' with a discounted one-year membership in the FLO Registered Traveler Program. Pre-enrollment is available online and, if you're attending ASIS 2008, you can finish your enrollment in Atlanta. For complete program details, click here.

Important: It is MANDATORY for enrollment that TWO forms of identification documentation are brought to the enrollment. One document must be a government-issued photo ID, one must contain security features capable of being verified through authentication technology, and one must confirm that the applicant is a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. National, or a lawful Permanent Resident of the U.S.

Pre-Seminar Tours and Intensives

September 13-14, 2008
Atlanta, Georgia

If you're looking to augment your Atlanta learning experience, a tour or Pre-Seminar Intensives might be just the ticket!

Saturday Sessions (Saturday, September 13)

Business Acumen for Security Managers
Detecting Deception in Verbal and Written Statements
Successful Security Consultant
Workforce Continuity: A Plan for Your People to Ensure Continuity of Operations

Professional Tours (Sunday, September 14)

The Georgia Control Center
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Sunday Sessions (Sunday, September 14)

Public and Private Perspectives on Critical Infrastructure Protection
         Description/benefits (pdf) • Tabletop exercise (pdf) • Schedule/speakers (pdf)
Corporate Security in Financial Institutions
Investigating Mortgage Fraud
Protecting Your Campus: Selecting the Right Technologies
Roundtable with ASIS Global Terrorism Council
Security Management for the Beginner: Where Even Experts Can Go Wrong
The Path to IP Video Manufacturer Certification for End Users
Going IT: The How and Why of Putting Your Security System Onto the Corporate Network
Preparedness and Continuity Management to Address Homeland Security Bill PL 110-53 Title IX

For full session and tour descriptions, click here. Register online at ASIS Store or Seminar registration.

Foundation Seminar Events

Enrich your Seminar experience with celebrations hosted by the Foundation. Join your colleagues at the 12th Annual Golf Classic and 26th Annual ASIS Foundation Dinner.

Election for ASIS Board of Directors

Have you voted yet for the 2009 ASIS Board of Directors? Be sure to do so by the deadline of August 15. Emails containing your Member number and E-signature were sent to you on July 7 and August 5. Need help? Contact Linda Krueger at lkrueger@asisonline.org or call 703-518-1421.

Standards and Guidelines

ASIS International Moves Forward on Two American National Standards Projects, Business Continuity Management Standard and General Security Risk Assessment Standard

ASIS is soliciting comments on the Facilities Physical Security Measures Guideline Draft (pdf). Comments must be submitted via the Comment Form before 12:00 pm EST, September 15, 2008. Further instructions are provided on the form.

The document, Societal Security Management System Standards (pdf), describes international standardization efforts underway and ASIS International's part in developing the Societal Security discipline family of standards.

Membership

Reach Out!

If you haven't seen the second quarter reports yet, check your status now.

Individuals (pdf) • Chapters/Net # (pdf) • Chapters/Net % (pdf)

There's still plenty of time to participate in the Reach Out! Member-Get-a-Member program. You'll not only help to strengthen the Society - you'll also have the potential to win valuable awards. So Reach Out! to your colleagues today.

Professional Development Programs

Classroom Programs

CCTV—From Analog to Digital Video: Applications and Advances in Surveillance
October 20-23, 2008
New Orleans, LA

Today's Security Leader: Staying Relevant to Your Business
November 10-11, 2008
Orlando, FL

Enhanced Violence Assessment and Management
November 12-13, 2008
Orlando, FL

Assets Protection Course I: Concepts and Methods
November 17-20, 2008
Philadelphia, PA

Webinars

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.

The Road to Convergence—Promises, Pathways, and Pitfalls
August 13, 2008
Noon Eastern

The Top Ten Mistakes Leaders Make: Oh No...Not More 'Leadership' Advice
October 8, 2008
Noon Eastern

Managing and Directing an Executive Protection Detail
November 12, 2008
Noon Eastern

eLearning

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

Digital Video and Networking
Ten hours of Web-based training covering the latest digital technology used in CCTV–plus, downloadable course notes and online testing.

Additional eLearning opportunities

Certification

Apply Now for International Exams—Deadline is September 1, 2008

Eligible candidates residing outside the U.S. and Canada must submit an application before September 1, 2008 to take the International CPP, PCI, or PSP exams offered on November 1, 2008. For a list of international exam locations, click here. Apply now.

Online Reviews Offer 24/7 Access

Preparing to take your CPP or PSP board certification exam? Online reviews offer you maximum convenience and flexibility. Prepare at your own pace and study anytime  - 24/7. Online reviews also allow you to focus your study on the areas of knowledge where you need the most concentration. Purchase only the modules you need - and have unlimited access for 12 months. Learn more today: CPP Online Review, PSP Online Review

Register NOW for September Certification Reviews

Prepare for your ASIS Certification by attending a classroom review September 12-13, 2008 in Atlanta, Georgia—prior to ASIS 2008. Assess and build your core knowledge. Network and exchange ideas with other certification candidates. A practice exam will put you on track for success. Register here: CPP, PCI, PSP, Curso de Repaso para el examen de Certificación para Profesionales de la Protección

ASIS Bookstore—Look What's New!

Book of the Month:
21st Century Security and CPTED: Designing for Critical Infrastructure Protection and Crime Prevention

New at the bookstore:
CPP Study Guide, 13th Ed
Nuclear Safeguards, Security, and Nonproliferation: Achieving Security with Technology and Policy

Security Management

This month's cover story: School Security. How one school district is improving the grade of its security, starting with its largest high school.

Partnerships

Wharton/ASIS Program for Security Executives

Registration now underway for the next offering of this program designed for CSOs and those in line for that position. November 3-7, 2008 and February 2-6, 2009. Both weeks are required for completion.

International Conferences

2009 Call for Presentations

ASIS International 8th European Security Conference:
Taking Security Management to the Next Level
April 26-29, 2009
Montreux, Switzerland
Submission Deadline: October 15, 2008. Click here to submit a proposal.

2009 Call for Sponsors

ASIS International Asia-Pacific Conference:
Advancing Security in the Asia-Pacific Region
February 3-5, 2009
Hong Kong, China
Visit us online for further information.

Information Resources Center

Updated Academic Programs Listing (pdf)
               Resource Guide on Pandemic Flu (pdf)
               IRC Donors List (pdf)

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