Join host Steve Lasky and Michael Niola, Principal and Co-Founder of The Consulting Group LLC, as they explore the future of integrated systems, AI in security, and designing safety into spaces from day one.

From “one card” access control to the challenges of data center speed-to-market, Michael shares insights on turning security from a cost center into a value driver, and why early collaboration with architects is key.

With over two decades of physical security industry experience developing master plans, system designs, and consultant teams, Michael Niola is a seasoned security veteran and frequent speaker at trade shows, most recently at HxGN Live Global. He is an expert in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and holds Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification.

Michael is Co-Founder of The Consulting Group LLC, where he currently serves as Principal, bringing deep technical mastery to projects in healthcare, data centers, education, transportation, and corporate settings. He is passionate about the intersection of physical security, safety, and emerging technology.

The “streamlining” of video surveillance via unified systems and network-connected devices has taken the weight of alarm fatigue, manual video monitoring, and more off of the shoulders of security professionals.

It has also dramatically increased their attack surface.

Sit down with host Steve Lasky and i-PRO Americas’ Senior Manager of Information Assurance and Data Privacy, Will Knehr, to discuss how threat actors can hack cameras to breach networks, why AI analytics are becoming another attack vector, and what “ethical hacking” can do to harden your security systems on this week’s episode of SecurityDNA.

Will is a cybersecurity expert, with master’s degrees in cybersecurity and business as well as numerous certifications, including CISSP, PMP, CEH, CNDA, CASP, CMMC RP, and more. A prominent figure in “ethical hacking” communities, he actively engages in demonstrations and discussions showcasing techniques and security exploits that are utilized by threat actors in real-world breaches.

His career, which began in cryptologic warfare, saw him conduct critical cyber defense missions for agencies like the NSA, DoD, and DISA. Will’s later work with Northrop Grumman involved building virtualized environments, malware analysis, data brokering, and cybersecurity program management to support special NSA and DISA projects.

In his current role at i-PRO, Will leverages his decades of cybersecurity experience to oversee the company’s product and network security.

Video tools aren't just evolving: they're getting smarter. Once limited to passive recording, video systems are now emerging as intelligent tools capable of detecting threats in real time, interpreting human behavior, and even predicting incidents before they occur.

In this week's episode of SecurityDNA, host Steve Lasky sits down with March Networks Chief Product Officer Jeff Corrall to explore one of the most transformative forces in video surveillance today—generative AI.

Jeff Corrall is Chief Product Officer at March Networks, where he leads product strategy, R&D, and strategic partnerships. Since joining in 2001 as a software developer, he has held key roles in product management, overseeing several portfolios, including transit, video management software, network video recorders, and edge devices across global offices in Ottawa, Milan, and Seoul.

When Ryan Schonfeld began his security career as a D.C. law enforcement officer, he quickly became frustrated with traditional security methods. Tired of operational inefficiencies and determined to close longstanding security gaps, Schonfeld opted to drag the security industry into the modern day.

Join host Steve Lasky on this episode of SecurityDNA for an exclusive interview with Ryan Schonfeld, CEO of Hivewatch, on his security industry journey and the critical problems facing the leaders and practitioners of today, from scalability to interoperability to convergence.

Following his time in law enforcement, Ryan Schonfeld became an instructor for the U.S. Department of State's Anti-Terrorism Assistance Program and later transitioned into an executive role with a Fortune 500 company's Global Security & Safety Technology Group. This sparked his vision for RAS Consulting & Investigations, whose RAS Watch solution would eventually evolve into HiveWatch's GSOC-as-a-Service offering.

As a former security officer and now co-founder and CEO of HiveWatch, Schonfeld offers a unique, on-the-ground perspective for both integrators and security leaders.

Today's tense geopolitical landscape, coupled with the silos of social media, has made it easier than ever for people to not only become radicalized but to make violent moves in service of their views—sometimes to widespread acclaim online.

As high-profile assassination attempts—successful or otherwise—continue to dominate U.S. headlines, many executives are forced to contend with the reality that today's world is not safe for underprepared leadership.

On this week's episode of SecurityDNA, Steve Lasky joins 360Privacy execs Chuck Randolph and Trinity Davis to explain the dangers faced by organizational leadership, from the top brass to the small business owner.

Charles "Chuck" Randolph is the Senior Vice President for Strategic Intelligence and Security at 360Privacy. Over the course of his 30 years in the industry, Randolph served in an executive capacity at companies like Microsoft and AT-RISK International and on several boards, including the Corporate Executive Protection Leadership Council and the International Protective Security Board. Randolph is also a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, recognized for valor during combat operations in Afghanistan.

Trinity Davis is Managing Director at 360Privacy, where he leverages his 18 years of industry experience to protect executives across the industry spectrum, including FinTech and even social media. He specializes in cultivating and leading robust cross-functional teams to ensure high standards of safety and confidentiality.

Security Business Editor-in-Chief Paul Rothman catches up with Kelly Bond, Partner at Bridgepoint Advisors, on the ESX show floor for an inside look into the security M&A process as tariffs reshape our economic landscape.

Bridgepoint Advisors rose from Davis Mergers and Acquisitions Group in February 2025 to serve the electronic security industry. Bond, who co-founded Bridgepoint with fellow industry veterans Steve Rubin and Jason Grelle, helps guide alarm, integration, and fire company owners, as well as Central Monitoring Station operators, through the process of buying or selling their businesses.

Security Business Editor-in-Chief Paul Rothman is live at ESX 2025 with David Morgan of Security Dealer Marketing for a show floor snapshot about AI and changing marketing strategies for security integrators.

Security Dealer Marketing provides security dealers with the strategies they need to market their brands. David Morgan, Vice President and co-founder of SDM, has leveraged his vast marketing leadership experience to serve the security industry for over a decade.

We are in the midst of an unprecedented technological boom, and the catalyst for this revolution is none other than artificial intelligence (AI). The applications of AI in security are near limitless, and several industries—from education to healthcare to city planning—are already using AI integrations to better secure their facilities.

Secure Our City Founder & CEO Geva Barash joins host Steve Lasky on this week's episode of the Security DNA podcast to find out how.

Geva Barash is Founder & CEO of Secure Our City, a security and technology services design firm that provides customized physical security and technology solutions to educational, emergency, commercial, and government clients.

During his 30-year career in the physical security industry, Geva managed both security integrators and manufacturers, granting him a unique leadership perspective. He is also an active volunteer leader and veteran of the Israeli military, where he achieved the rank of Major in the Israeli Intelligence Services.