President’s Message: May 2025

Welcome to Palm Springs and the 2025 CAA Spring Convention! It’s always a highlight of the year to come together in such a beautiful setting with so many passionate professionals from every corner of the California alarm industry. I’m truly looking forward to an incredible few days of networking, learning from our outstanding lineup of…

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Kirk MacDowell, President & CEO of MacGuard Security Advisors and business advisor to Hakimo, celebrates the AI security company’s success at securing $10.5M in Series A funding.

We’re delighted to see Hakimo achieve this significant milestone in their growth journey,” said Kirk MacDowell, founder and CEO of MacGuard Security Advisors. “In our advisory role with Hakimo, we’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative potential of their human-like autonomous security agents. Their success highlights the growing demand for intelligent solutions that enhance physical security operations…

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Guardian Angel Pepper Spray Systems to Showcase Groundbreaking Home and Business Safety Solutions at ESX 2025

Pioneering Police-Grade Pepper Spray Technology Provides First Physical Defense Against Home Invasions MOHNTON, Pa., APRIL 23, 2025 — Guardian Angel Pepper Spray Systems, LLC (GASS), an innovator in non-lethal pepper spray technology for homes and businesses, will exhibit its patent-pending line of security devices at the Electronic Security Expo (ESX) in Atlanta, Georgia from June…

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President’s Message: April 2025

Dear CAA Members, Spring is in full swing, and what a fantastic start to the season it’s been for our industry and our association. I’m still energized from an incredible few days at ISC West in Las Vegas—and if you were there, you know exactly what I mean! One of the standout moments of the…

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NAPCO Introduces New StarLink® Black Max2™ Intrusion Alarm Communicator: Ultimate Technology & 5G Coverage with Three Carrier Networks

For Immediate Release April 14, 2025 NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. 333 Bayview Avenue Amityville, NY 11701 1-800-645-9445 jjones@napcosecurity.com Amityville, NY – April 2025 – NAPCO Security Technologies is proud to announce the availability of the new StarLink® Black Max2™ SLE-MAX-2L Intrusion Cellular Communicator, now available at security distributors nationwide at an incredibly low price and…

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NAPCO Technical Support Honored for Industry-Leading Services

For Immediate Release April 16, 2025 NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. 333 Bayview Avenue Amityville, NY 11701 1-800-645-9445 mfinn@napcosecurity.com Amityville, NY – April 2025 – NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. is proud to announce that during ISC West, its Technical Support Department was recognized by Security Sales & Integration for outstanding service to the security industry. This…

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NAPCO Security Technologies Appoints Jon Nevison as Director of OEM Business Development

For Immediate Release April 11, 2025 NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. 333 Bayview Avenue Amityville, NY 11701 1-800-645-9445   Amityville, NY – April 2025 – NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc., a leading manufacturer of security, commercial fire, access control, and locking solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Nevison as Director of OEM Business Development…

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President’s Message – March 2025

Dear CAA Members, It’s hard to believe we’re already in March—2025 is moving fast, and so is our industry! As we continue through the year, I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible work being done by our members to keep communities across California safe and secure. Your dedication and leadership make a…

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President’s Message – February 2025

As we move further into 2025, I want to share some exciting updates and opportunities for you to get involved with the California Alarm Association. First, I’d like to draw your attention to one of our most important initiatives—the Youth Scholarship Program. In 2025, the CAA Youth Scholarship Program will offer approximately $20,000 in funds…

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Introducing XS4 Com: Salto’s Revolutionary Smart Door Intercom Solution

An all-in-one door intercom platform that transforms building access and communication by integrating a video door intercom system with the latest in access control. Salto announces the launch of the XS4 Com iGO cloud-based door intercom, an advanced video intercom solution engineered to seamlessly integrate with modern digital lifestyles across residential, workspace, and commercial environments.…

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