WISA joins Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association

by | Feb 17, 2026 | Members Only News, News

Exciting Partnership Announcement: WISA Joins Forces with WCPA!
We are thrilled to announce that the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA) is now an active member of the Wisconsin Chiefs of Police Association (WCPA)! This partnership marks a significant step forward in strengthening collaboration between private security professionals and law enforcement leaders across Wisconsin.

How WISA and WCPA Will Work Together
As an active member of WCPA, WISA will now have the opportunity to:

  • Engage directly with law enforcement leaders statewide, sharing insights on security technologies, alarm systems, and best practices.
  • Participate in WCPA training programs, seminars, and conferences, fostering professional growth for both WISA and WCPA members.
  • Collaborate on legislative and public safety initiatives, ensuring a unified approach between the private security industry and law enforcement.
  • Network and build partnerships that enhance emergency response coordination and community safety efforts.

Why This Matters
This partnership reflects WISA’s commitment to collaboration, innovation, and stronger public safety outcomes. By connecting private security expertise with law enforcement leadership, we can help ensure Wisconsin communities are safer and better prepared for the challenges of today and tomorrow.
We are excited about the opportunities this collaboration brings and look forward to sharing updates on joint initiatives, training opportunities, and ways our members can get involved.
Stay tuned for more updates and events as we strengthen this partnership!

WISA Welcome’s Southwire

by | Jan 15, 2026 | Members Only News, News

 

 

Southwire is a family-owned company operating in a globally competitive industry. As owners, we are proud of the company’s legacy and good standing in the community. Southwire’s success is rooted in hard work, social responsibility and innovation and we believe that sustaining these core values is vital to the company’s future. We are long-term owners, have a long-term perspective and intend for our children to be long-term owners, too.

Southwire’s roots extend to 1937, when Roy Richards Sr., then a young 25 years old, started Richards & Associates (R&A) to erect power poles with the ultimate purpose of bringing electric light to his grandmother’s home.

Richards was a recent graduate of Georgia Tech, and while the promise of jobs paying $80 a month lured most of his classmates to New York, Richards chose to stay in Carroll County, a commitment he kept even after Southwire grew into a leading player in the wire and cable industry.

During its first two and a half years, R&A strung 3,500 miles of cable, becoming the nation’s second-largest Rural Electrification Act (REA) contractor. As World War II halted all REA construction, Richards was called up into the U.S. Army, eventually reaching the rank of captain.

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In Memory of WISA Past President Reginald “Roy” Longworth

by | Oct 13, 2025 | News

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Roy Longworth, Past President of the Wisconsin Security Association.

Roy served as WISA’s 4th President from 1994 to 1996 and played a pivotal role in shaping many of the association’s early programs and initiatives. His leadership and dedication left a lasting impact on our organization and its members.

 

 

A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Petoskey, MI, followed by a memorial service at 10:00 AM.

Please click below for full service details and to honor Roy’s memory.

Roy Longworth services

WISA Welcome’s Honeywell International

by | Jul 30, 2025 | Members Only News, News

 

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world’s most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

Visit their website for a complete list of services. 

Thank You for Joining Us at the WISA Trade Show!

by | Jun 30, 2025 | News

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us last Thursday at the Lake Country DockHounds stadium for the WISA Trade Show! With 40 vendors on site, attendees had the opportunity to explore the latest innovations and speak directly with top manufacturers in the industry.

We featured leading companies in:
Video Management Systems, Access Control Systems, Burglar and Fire Alarm Systems, Power and Network Solutions, Central Station Monitoring, and much more.

In addition to the exhibitor showcase, complimentary training sessions were offered throughout the morning—and attendees received CEU Credits for participating. Special thanks to Teleguard, Hanwha, Wisenet, OpenEye, Brivo, Ajax, Aiphone, and Axis for delivering such valuable and informative sessions.

We also held two exciting giveaways! Attendees who collected signatures from at least 20 vendors were entered for a chance to win a $500 Visa Gift Card – congratulations to Adam S from ATS! A special thank you to Axis for also donating a $100 Amazon Gift Card, which was won by Mike H from Suburban Enterprises.

Congratulations to our winners and thank you again to everyone who helped make this event a success!