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Shaping Global Security: Experts Invited to Share and Evaluate Cutting-Edge Insights
Alexandria, VA (3 December 2025) - ASIS International, the world's largest association for security management professionals, is pleased to announce the opening of its Call for Proposals for the Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2026, inviting industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners to submit cutting-edge presentations across critical security domains. Additionally, the association is seeking distinguished security professionals to serve as proposal reviewers, furthering the conference's commitment to delivering exceptional educational content.
“I’m deeply grateful to Jamie Ridenhour, CPP, who is chairing the GSX 2026 Selection Review Committee, and the incredible volunteers who will serve on this committee, integral to attracting security professionals from nearly 100 countries,” said Joe Olivarez, Jr., MBA, 2025 President, ASIS International. “GSX isn’t just an event - it’s where the global security community shapes the future. What makes GSX unique is that its education is driven by practitioners from every corner of the world, representing diverse industries and expertise. This is a truly global collaboration, and your insights can help define the next era of security. If you have ideas, innovations, or lessons that can elevate our profession, now is the time - submit your proposal and be part of the conversations that will transform security worldwide.”
The GSX 2026 Conference seeks innovative submissions addressing key security challenges and emerging trends and thought leadership, with areas of focus spanning:
- Intelligence
- Organizational Resilience
- Information Security
- Site Security
- Supply Chain Security
- Personnel Security
- Investigations
- Executive Protection
- Governance
The proposal reviewers will evaluate submissions based on relevance, innovation, practical applicability, and potential to advance security practices globally. “For GSX 2026, we’re looking for proposals that don’t just inform - they inspire evolution and transformation,” stated Jamie Ridenhour, CPP, Chair, GSX 2026 Selection Committee. “We want interactive sessions that spark creativity, address critical security challenges, and deliver practical, measurable results and favorable outcomes. Bring us your best ideas, real-world case studies, and forward-thinking strategies that empower professionals to lead with confidence and clarity in an evolving landscape.”
Important Dates to Note:
Call for Reviewers: The application period for the GSX 2026 Proposal Review Committee opens 3 December 2025 and closes 14 January 2026. To be considered, please apply here.
Call for Proposals: Proposals must be submitted electronically through the GSX 2026 proposal submission portal. The submission window runs from 3 December 2025 and closes 14 January 2026. Accepted presenters and all other submitters will be notified by mid-April 2026.
For proposal guidelines and helpful tips, please visit https://www.gsx.org/call-for-presentations/.
GSX 2026 will be held 14-16 September at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
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About Global Security Exchange (GSX)
Global Security Exchange (GSX) is the world’s most comprehensive event for security professionals for more than 65 years. Meeting the needs of the global security community, ASIS designed an in-person and digital experience like none other in the security profession. ASIS International remains dedicated to expanding and enriching knowledge sharing, best practices, and peer-to-peer connections so security professionals across disciplines—and at all stages of their career—can get access to the information and resources they need to succeed. For information about GSX, please visit www.GSX.org.
About ASIS International
Founded in 1955, ASIS International is the world's largest membership organization for security management professionals. With hundreds of chapters across the globe, ASIS is recognized as the premier source for learning, networking, standards, and research. Through its board certifications, award-winning Security Management magazine, and Global Security Exchange—the most influential event in the profession—ASIS ensures its members and the security community have access to the intelligence and resources necessary to protect their people, property, and information assets. Learn more about the work we do at www.asisonline.org.
