The Access Control Executive Brief
The Access Control Executive Brief Podcast, hosted by Lee Odess, is a member-only podcast delivering essential insights and analysis for physical access control professionals. Each episode explores industry trends, innovations, and solutions shaping how organizations approach security and access management in physical spaces and the digital world. Join a community of security leaders and practitioners to stay informed on the evolving landscape of access control technology, business, culture, and best practices. We offer this free abbreviated version for non-members and invite you to join to access the complete episode and much more at https://www.leeodess.com/executivebrief.
Episodes
Episode 6: The New York Vibe of ISC East with David Furcayg (Ruben & Company)
In Episode 6 of West to East, Lee Odess is joined by David Furcayg, Vice President of Ruben and Company, to bring a true New Yorker’s perspective on ISC East - how it’s evolved, what makes it distinct from ISC West, and why its energy is unlike any other show in the security industry.
Lee and David discuss the rebranding and renewed investment in ISC ...
Access the Future | Episode 7: Permission to Level Up Presented by Acre Security and The Access Control Executive Brief
In this episode, host Lee Odess reconnects with Kumar Sokka, CEO of Acre Security, to explore what it means to have permission to level up.
After six episodes covering vision, customer change, talent, AI and data, platforms, and channel evolution, this conversation brings everything full circle.
Lee and Kumar disc...
Episode 5: The End User Perspective with Shanel Balloo (Salesforce)
In Episode 5 of West to East, host Lee Odess flips the script to explore trade shows from the end-user perspective. Joined by Shanel Balloo, Senior Manager of New Technology and Innovation at Salesforce, they discuss how enterprise security leaders evaluate ISC West and East, what makes these events valuable, and the signals that make them worth the investment.
Sha...
Access the Future | Episode 6: The Channel, Discovery, and Go to Market Strategies Presented by Acre Security and The Access Control Executive Brief
In this episode, host Lee Odess talks with Paul DiPeso about the evolution of channels and go-to-market strategies in the security industry. They discuss the shift to SaaS and service-driven models, how buyers are discovering solutions in new ways, and why integrators remain essential ...
Episode 4 – Exhibitor Edge: How Envoy Thinks About Trade Shows
In this episode of West to East, Lee Odess welcomes Larry Gadea, Founder and CEO of Envoy, to unpack the evolving role of trade shows from the inside out. As a perennial standout on the ISC show floor, Envoy is known for more than eye-catching booths—it’s a brand that brings intentionality, energy, and strategic clarity to every event.
Larry shares how Envoy evaluates t...
Brief 109 provides insights into the access control and security industry, specifically focusing on observations from Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). Lee Odess shares experiences from a trip, highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities of doing business in the ANZ region, such as the vast distances and the strong local relationships. The Brief also re-evaluates the role of distribution in the physical security sector, pro...
Access the Future | Episode 5: The Evolution of Data and AI in Physical Security Presented by Acre Security and The Access Control Executive Brief
In this episode, Lee Odess is joined by Jeff Groom, Director of AI Engineering at Acre Security, to unpack one of the most pressing shifts in the security industry: the rise of data and AI.
Jeff shares his journey from Silicon Valley to physical security and explains how AI—when implemen...
Episode 3 – The Trade Show Shift: Strategy, Experience, and the Future of ISC
In this episode of West to East, Lee Odess sits down with Jordan Tuchband, Senior Vice President at RX, to explore how trade shows like ISC are adapting to a new era of professional engagement. From the rise of experience-driven design to smarter use of data and personalization, they dig into what exhibitors and attendees really want, and what the industr...
Episode 4: Platform vs. Product – with Sara Rodrigues
Presented by Acre Security and The Access Control Executive Brief
In this episode of Access the Future, Lee Odess is joined by Sara Rodrigues, Chief Product Officer at ACRE Security and former Amazon/AWS product leader. Together, they explore one of the most critical shifts in the security industry: moving from standalone products to integrated platforms.
Sara brings deep experi...
Episode 2 – Behind the Numbers: How ISC West 2025 is Evolving the Security Industry
In this episode of West to East, Lee Odess talks with Mary Beth Shaughnessy and Trish Moubayed of RX to unpack the numbers, trends, and strategy behind ISC West 2025. From a record-breaking 22% growth in conference participation to rising end-user engagement, they reveal what’s driving the show’s continued success. Hear how attendee feedback, new te...
In the final episode of our three-part series, we shift from theory to application.
Lee Odess sits down with Esteban Pastor, Senior Product Manager at ZKTeco USA, to explore how flexibility becomes real at the door—through the products, decisions, and strategies that are shaping access control today.
What we cover:
Why Multi-Tech readers are redefining versatility—and why it matters now more than ever
The growing role of mobile cre...
🎙 Episode 3 – The Talent Landscape A new episode from acre security and The Access Control Executive Brief.
In this conversation, we’re joined by Steve Shine, Chairman of the Board at ACRE and former CEO of Qognify, for a deep dive into how organizations can win (and keep) top talent in today’s competitive market.
Steve shares key lessons from leading global teams and makes a compelling case for clarity of purpose in recruiting an...
West to East is a monthly podcast from the Access Control Executive Brief, RX, and the Security Industry Association (SIA). Designed to connect the innovations and energy of ISC West with ISC East, this series features in-depth conversations with industry leaders shaping the future of security. Each episode offers actionable insights, behind-the-scenes perspectives, and thought leadership on trends, technology, and initiatives that...
Access the Future: Episode 2 – 𝖢𝖴𝖲𝖳𝖮𝖬𝖤𝖱 𝖣𝖤𝖬𝖠𝖭𝖣𝖲 𝖠𝖭𝖣 𝖤𝖷𝖯𝖤𝖢𝖳𝖠𝖳𝖨𝖮𝖭 𝖲𝖧𝖨𝖥𝖳𝖲
In this episode of Access the Future, presented by Acre Security and The Access Control Executive Brief, Lee Odess talks with Justin Wilmas, EVP of Sales at Acre, about how customer expectations in the security industry have evolved—and what that means for how we build, sell, and support access control solutions.
Topics covered...
West to East Podcast Brought to you by the Access Control Executive Brief and ISC Security Events.
Your go-to podcast bridging ISC West and ISC East — and everything in between. Hosted by Lee Odess, we dive into the trends, tech, and people shaping the future of access control and security.
🎙️ First episode drops May, featuring SIA CEO Don Erickson.
Subscribe to stay in the loop year-round.
Recorded live at ISC West 2025, this episode dives into the real forces shaping the future of access control. Lee Odess sits down with Manish Dalal (President, ZKTeco USA), Sal (OSDP specialist), and Esteban (Product specialist, ZKTeco USA) to explore how the industry is adapting to new standards, new expectations, and new realities.
What we cover:
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Why OSDP is no longer optional—and what it takes to do it right
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The mobile c...
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Access the Future—a new monthly podcast series brought to you by the Access Control Executive Brief and Acre Security. Hosted by Lee Odess, this series is your front-row seat to the trends, debates, and innovations reshaping the security technology landscape.
In this premiere episode, Lee is joined by Kumar Sokka, President of Intrusion and ComNet at Acre Security, to explore what security looks ...
In this free preview of Access Control Executive Brief 95, Lee Odess analyzes the unprecedented "security show lunar eclipse" as ISC West in Las Vegas and The Security Event in Birmingham converge within a two-week window. He breaks down key trends shaping the global security landscape in 2025:
Join Lee Odess in this groundbreaking three-part series exploring how modern security systems can transform from mere protection to strategic enablers for your organization. Discover how leading companies are leveraging their security infrastructure to drive innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage.
In this introduction, Lee outlines how security has evolved beyond traditional barriers to become a platform for possibility ...
Join Lee Odess, CEO of The Access Control Executive Brief, for the premiere episode of "The Future of Flexibility" podcast series in partnership and underwritten by ZKTeco USA. In this groundbreaking conversation, Lee and Manish Dalal (President and Founder of ZKTeco USA) explore the critical crossroads facing the access control industry today. As traditional security expectations collide...
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