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The leading organization for minority security professionals.

10/08/2026

What separates good leaders from great ones? It’s not just technical skills or experience - it’s emotional intelligence (EQ).

Join retired Police Chief Jason P. Armstrong and Marcia K. Thompson, Esq., as they explore how emotional intelligence helps leaders navigate high-pressure situations, build trust, strengthen teams, and make better decisions when it matters most. Discover how pairing logic with emotion can take your leadership to the next level!

3 Key Learning Objectives / Takeaways
✅ Strengthen Self-Awareness and Self-Control
✅ Lead Resilient, High-Trust Teams
✅ Develop a Personal EI Action Plan

🗓️ Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
🕐 10AM PT / 1PM ET
Zoom Link: coming soon.

Easily add to your calendar via our event page. https://iobse.org/events/webinar-informed-emotions-eq-as-the-leadership-differentiator/

10/01/2026

Are you ready to shape the future of the security industry?

As we gear up for the 2027 Annual IOBSE Conference, the Mentorship and Career Development Committee is calling on experienced leaders, early-career professionals, and graduating seniors to join an interactive, open-floor virtual discussion.

Hosted by Kyah Starks, the discussion will focus on career trajectories, industry insights, and building meaningful mentorship pairings. Whether you're looking to become a mentor, seeking career guidance, or exploring IOBSE, your voice matters and we'd love to hear it.

📆 Date: Monday, October 5, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM EST
📍 Topic: Shaping the Future of Security: Mentorship Open Forum & Discussion

How to Join:
💻 Zoom Link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/82748926314?pwd=imBLvdRt3WUQJ0diTpAR0JVrJQiBXg.1
💬 Chat Link: https://us05web.zoom.us/launch/jc/82748926314

Come ready with your questions, insights, and ideas1

09/25/2026

We’re excited to bring the IOBSE community together for an in-person Bay Area Mixer October 8th! A big shout out to Providers International for making this happen by sponsoring!

Come hang out, reconnect with familiar faces, make some new connections, and enjoy an evening with the IOBSE community. Think of it as a mini family reunion - good people, great conversation, and plenty of laughs.

And we’re adding a little something different this time: part of the evening will feature open mic poetry! Whether you have something to share or just want to sit back and enjoy, you’re in for a great night.

🗓️ Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Penelope, 555 12th St Suite 120, Oakland CA
Add the details to your calendar by visiting: https://iobse.org/events/bay-area-fall-mixer/

09/18/2026

We were proud to share some exciting news at GSX 2026!

IOBSE President Bert Williams had the honor of announcing Amazon as a sponsor of the 2027 IOBSE Annual Conference!

A special thank you to Gilad Solnik, Vice President, Worldwide Operations Security at Amazon, for your continued support of IOBSE. It was an honor to have you in the room for the announcement - and even more meaningful to hear you speak and share your support with our community.

We’re just getting started! Keep an eye on our LinkedIn and website as we announce the dates, location, and more details for the 2027 IOBSE Annual Conference.

We can’t wait to see you there!

09/08/2026

GSX 2026, here we come!

✅ Booth #4267
✅ IOBSE Networking Mixer - Room A313 | Tuesday @ 5PM

Come connect with like-minded professionals, meet IOBSE members and our Board, and enjoy some great giveaways.

🗓️ Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Georgia World Congress Center | Room A313

Want to add it to your calendar? https://iobse.org/events/iobse-at-gsx-networking-mixer/

A special thank you to our event sponsor, HID, and to ASIS International for their continued support!

08/31/2026

Bay Area, it’s been too long! 👋🏾

We’re excited to bring the IOBSE community together for an in-person Bay Area Mixer this October! A big shout out to Providers International for making this happen by sponsoring!

Come reconnect with familiar faces, meet new ones, and spend an evening building connections with fellow security professionals. No presentations, no packed agenda - just good people and great conversation. A mini family reunion!

🗓️ Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Bay Area | Location coming soon!

Save the date and keep an eye on the IOBSE.org events page for location and event details.

We can’t wait to see our West Coast community again!

08/24/2026

We’re getting excited for GSX 2026 in Atlanta in just a few weeks!

Before we meet in person, IOBSE wants to help you connect before you arrive. Join us for our Pre-GSX Virtual Mixer to meet fellow attendees, make new connections, and get a warm introduction to members of the IOBSE community who will be at GSX.

🗓️ Thursday, Sept 3, 2026 | 4:00 PM ET
🖥️ Add it to your calendar: https://iobse.org/events/pre-gsx-virtual-mixer/

Start building your network now, so when you arrive in Atlanta, you’ll already know a few friendly faces!

08/19/2026

We’re excited to be at GSX 2026 and hosting an IOBSE Networking Mixer! 🎉

No registration required - and you don’t need to be an IOBSE member to join us! Come connect with like-minded professionals, meet IOBSE members and our Board, and enjoy some great giveaways.

📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Georgia World Congress Center | Room A313

Want to add it to your calendar? Click here: https://iobse.org/events/iobse-at-gsx-networking-mixer/

A special thank you to our event sponsor, HID, and to ASIS International for their continued support!

08/17/2026

We’re excited to spotlight our Summer 2026 Graduates and the incredible students who represent the future of our profession! 🎓🌟

Did you know that IOBSE’s Student Program is a key pillar of our organization and mission?

Through the program, IOBSE provides scholarships and opportunities for students attending accredited colleges and universities who are pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in law enforcement, criminal justice, security management, and related fields.

Meet our Spring & Summer 2026 interns: https://iobse.org/spring-summer-iobse-student-graduates/

We’re also always looking for sponsors and partners who believe in our mission. By supporting IOBSE’s Student Program, you’re helping create opportunities for students and investing in the next generation of leaders in our industry. Interested in sponsoring or supporting our Student Program? We’d love to connect!

08/07/2026

As threats evolve across cargo, rail, aviation, and other critical systems, security leaders must balance protection with operational efficiency. ASIS and IOBSE are thrilled to host a discussion that explores risk assessment, cross-modal security strategies, and how technology and collaboration are reshaping transportation security.

📅 Wednesday, August 19, 2026
⏰ 12:30 PM ET (1 Hour)
📍 Register Now! https://store.asisonline.org/securing-the-movement-of-critical-assets-risk-resilience-and-the-future-of-transportation-security.html

Address

2340 Powell Street, # 345
Emeryville, CA
94608

Telephone

+15106484292

Website

http://www.iobse.org/

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