Optimizing Your Security Guard Spend

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Optimizing Your Security Guard Spend

Jun 26, 2025  01:08 PM PT

Discover how top security teams are using smart technology to multiply guard efficiency, cut costs, and stay ahead of threats.

manned guarding

Manned guarding remains a critical part of enterprise security—enabling rapid response, situational awareness, and protection of people, property, and assets. But with limited budgets, security leaders must maximize every dollar to ensure both effectiveness and efficiency.

In this webinar, hear from two experienced security & risk management leaders as they share how to use modern technology and proven strategies to maximize the impact of your guard investment:

  • Use AI-powered, real-time alerts to turn guards into a proactive safety force multiplier

  • Automate incident response protocols to boost situational awareness

  • Streamline workflows to give security teams control and customization at the site level

  • Managing guard company contracts and in-house resources more effectively

Speakers:

Jim Bernhardt

Jim Bernhardt, CPP, PSP is a proven corporate security leader with experience building and managing global security programs at Sierra Nevada Corporation, Nikola, and Lamb Weston. Known for standing up crisis response plans, leading high-impact investigations, and driving cross-functional alignment, he blends tactical expertise with a strong business mindset. Jim’s approach combines operational discipline with a focus on executive visibility, stakeholder trust, and scalable risk management.

Mike Evanoff

Michael Evanoff is a global security executive with over 30 years of experience spanning diplomatic protection, corporate security, and national intelligence. He began his career with the U.S. Diplomatic Security Service, serving in eight U.S. embassies and leading the protective detail for Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice before becoming NATO’s Director of Security and Intelligence. He later served as Assistant Secretary of State for Diplomatic Security, overseeing the world’s most globally deployed law enforcement agency, before transitioning to senior security roles at Coca-Cola HBC, Walmart International, Jabil, and TC Energy. Michael’s service has been recognized with multiple honors, including the U.S. Presidential Meritorious Service Award and national medals from Lithuania and Estonia.