ISC West 2025: Network, learn and stay ahead

The ISC Security Events team previews ISC West 2025, taking place 31 March – 4 April at The Venetian Expo, Las Vegas.

What networking opportunities will there be during and after the event? 

ISC West offers numerous networking opportunities during and after the event.

Attendees can connect with industry peers and leaders in dedicated networking spaces on the Show Floor, such as The Bridge, The Cyber Hub and The Career Zone (Sponsored by: TEECOM), which are designed to foster meaningful discussions and collaborations. 

For a more relaxed networking environment, the ISC West Concert on 2 April, featuring Gin Blossoms (Headline Sponsor: Wavelynx), provides a fun way for attendees to engage with colleagues and peers.

On 3 April, we will host a Pub Crawl (sponsored by various exhibitors), where attendees and exhibitors can interact.

Additionally, professionals can deepen their connections through various educational sessions, panel discussions and engaging interactions with exhibitors.  

These networking opportunities allow security professionals to establish valuable relationships, explore partnerships and discuss the latest security trends and innovations.  

How strategically important is ISC West when it comes to showcasing the latest innovations? 

ISC West is a major platform at the start of the year for premier brands to showcase newest products in both physical and cybersecurity.

With over 700 exhibitors, the event highlights cutting-edge solutions in areas such as access control, AI, cybersecurity, IT and IoT security and video surveillance.  

ISC West offers unparalleled access to a highly targeted audience of security decision-makers, making it a key event for launching new solutions, building brand awareness and driving industry advancements.

The SIA New Products + Solutions display area is a standout feature of the event, offering attendees an up-close, hands-on experience with newly released innovations.  

Additionally, the expanded SIA Education@ISC program, featuring over 135 expert-led sessions, ensures that professionals gain deep insights into emerging technologies and advance their careers, their businesses and the industry as a whole. 

Elsewhere around the event, what is new for visitors that they can expect to see? 

Visitors at ISC West can expect to see several new and expanded features designed to enhance their experience: 

• Enhanced SIA Education@ISC Program – We have expanded our SIA Education@ISC program to be four days of education allowing two days of programming before the Exhibit Hall opens
• This year’s education program is our most expansive yet with 135+ sessions led by 255+ expert – attendees will learn how to take a holistic approach to modern security challenges 

• New cybersecurity offerings and Pavilion growth – The Cyber & Connected IoT Pavilion has expanded, now featuring over 45 exhibitors showcasing innovations in cybersecurity, IoT and digital security solutions
• Enhancing the experience further, we are thrilled to partner with RSA to launch a new “IT for Security Professionals” track, in addition to our core tracks, offering attendees greater opportunities to expand their knowledge 

• ISC West Concert – A returning entertainment element for all attendees and exhibitors with a new headliner: Gin Blossoms (Headline Sponsor: Wavelynx) 

• Keynote Speakers – Featuring Rachel Wilson (Director of Cybersecurity, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management), Will Bernhjelm (Vice President of Security, Mall of America) and Kate Maxwell (Education Lead, Microsoft) discussing cybersecurity threats, retail security and authentic leadership 

Overall, ISC West 2025 offers a bigger, more dynamic experience, combining education, networking and product showcases to help security professionals stay ahead. 

Personally, what are you most excited about this year?  

We are always excited to re-connect with all our customers, see what is NEW on the show floor and, of course, attend the Gin Blossoms Concert!

We are also featuring more cybersecurity solutions and content this year, so we’ll definitely be visiting the Cyber and Connected IoT Pavilion as well as sitting in on SIA Education@ISC sessions and our day one keynote, Rachel Wilson, who will be speaking on The New Cyberthreat Landscape.  

As ISC continues to evolve with the industry, it’s so exciting for our team to be able to put on a show where our customers can showcase their products and solutions, learn from industry professionals and network with their peers! 

Can you tell us more about the key themes being discussed by speakers in this year’s conferences? 

This year’s SIA Education@ISC West conference program will deliver dynamic sessions on cutting-edge advancements in AI capabilities, visual language models and digital-first user experiences.

Attendees will explore the challenges and adaptive technologies shaping security strategies across different operational environments, including utilities/energy, healthcare and data centres.  

Whether attendees are looking to grow their professional skillset in business leadership or sharpen their cybersecurity and networking knowledge, the SIA Education@ISC West program offers a diverse range of learning opportunities tailored to security professionals at all levels. 

Register for ISC West: http://iscwest25.com/ISJ