Michael Gips

Security leaders need to maintain the bigger picture of their work, assessing risk on an ongoing basis.

Amid layoffs, security leaders reflect on what truly defines leadership in the industry, from volunteerism to mentorship.

Security executives may benefit from programs and courses that focus on leadership and work closely with the security industry and profession.

Executive education courses can help security leaders better align their functions with the business, explore leadership tactics and enhance crisis management.

Volunteer leadership opportunities for security professionals are important. This column addresses how to approach and obtain these opportunities.

Columnist Michael Gips writes in conversation with ChatGPT, exploring the balance of automation & the human aspects of security leadership.

Security leaders can look to volunteer opportunities to support the industry and share their security & management insights.

Leading with a values-based approach encourages structure, employee buy-in and positive culture growth in security programs.

 Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts gang offer leadership lessons for security professionals.

Success and notoriety outside of the industry comes from a combination of cultural factors, opportunities, timing, hard work & luck.