Unlocking Insights: Viewing Access Control as a Strategic Investment Webinar

Access control systems have traditionally been viewed as a necessary expense - a security tool to protect people and assets. However, modern solutions deliver significant opportunities beyond security. 

In this panel discussion, we’ll examine how to demonstrate the tangible benefits of an ACS upgrade using real-life examples of ways ACS can improve day-to-day operations and streamline resource use. You’ll learn how to align capabilities with organizational priorities, which departments to bring to the discussion, and how to collaborate to move forward with the migration. 

Speakers*

Stephen Homrighaus – Vertical Sales Director, Education
Genetec

As the Vertical Sales Director, Education, at Genetec, Stephen is responsible for developing strategies for K-12 and higher education customers. Stephen leads a team of Account Executives who work with customers to best meet their security and operational needs through Genetec solutions. Stephen has nearly 20 years of experience in the industry, in various roles from system integration, distribution, and manufacturing. 

Juan Robles - Manager of Corporate Security 
CenterPoint Energy

Juan F. Robles is a seasoned corporate security professional with extensive experience managing and supporting global security operations across Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Russia. With a deep understanding of how security programs impact business initiatives, he has successfully led risk assessments, investigations, and security designs across industries including energy, automotive distribution, healthcare, insurance, and utilities.
Currently serving as Manager of Corporate Security at CenterPoint Energy, Juan oversees the development and implementation of physical and electronic security systems, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency. His expertise spans crisis management, executive protection, intelligence analysis, and technical surveillance, making him a trusted leader in corporate security.

Jeremy Fromm – Evangelist 
Mercury Security

Jeremy Fromm is the Evangelist for Mercury Security, the global leader in open-architecture OEM access control hardware. With close to 20 years of experience in the security industry—including roles in product management, technical support, and enterprise business development—Jeremy brings a deep, hands-on understanding of the evolving physical security landscape.
Throughout his career, Jeremy has worked closely with many of Mercury’s OEM partners and their end users, giving him a unique perspective on what the market is demanding—and where powerful features and platforms are still underutilized. His firsthand experience across the ecosystem enables him to bridge the gap between technology capabilities and real-world applications.

Michael Martell - Executive Director of Enterprise Technology Infrastructure and Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery (BCDR)
The University of Texas at Austin

Michael Martell is a seasoned IT and security professional with over 20 years of experience in information technology and physical security. Currently serving as the Executive Director of Enterprise Technology Infrastructure and Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery (BCDR) at The University of Texas at Austin, Michael provides strategic leadership to ensure the seamless operation of critical IT services and infrastructure that support the university’s academic, research, and administrative missions.
 
Throughout his tenure at UT Austin, Michael has held multiple leadership roles, managing central IT operations, physical security systems, and disaster recovery capabilities. He has also played a pivotal role in coordinating IT support for large-scale events such as UT Football and Commencement. His expertise spans vendor management, team leadership, technical documentation, and the design and implementation of cutting-edge security and IT solutions.
 
Before joining UT Austin, Michael gained extensive experience in IT project management, physical security systems, and operations through roles with the City of Austin, GTECH, and Allied Barton Security Services. His career began in the U.S. Navy, where he served as an Aviation Fuels Technician, honing the discipline and technical skills that have defined his professional journey.
 
Michael’s technical expertise includes physical security systems, data centers, business continuity planning, and technical documentation. He is passionate about leveraging technology to create scalable, efficient, and secure systems that meet the evolving needs of organizations.

*Note: Speakers and content are subject to change without notice.

Topic: Physical Security

Credit Information: Completion of this webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.  CPE credits for ASIS-sponsored webinars will be updated in your user profile within 48 hours of completion.  Self-reporting of CPE credits is not required.