CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwired - Oct 8, 2013) - AlliedBarton Security Services, www.alliedbarton.com, the industry's premier provider of highly trained security personnel, is proud to announce that Rik Lisko, Vice President of Business Development, has been elected to the ASIS International 2014 Board of Directors. This honor was formally announced in conjunction with the 59th Annual ASIS International Seminar and Exhibits conference in Chicago, September 24-27, 2013. Lisko will serve a three-year term beginning January 1, 2014.
"ASIS is a critical entity within our industry and AlliedBarton is honored to have one of our own serve on the Board," said Bill Whitmore, President & CEO, AlliedBarton. "Rik's ongoing commitment to advancements in the security services industry is to be commended and his position on the ASIS Board of Directors will allow him to make an even greater contribution."
Lisko has been a member of ASIS since 1979 and has served in various positions for the organization including Pittsburgh Chapter Chairman; Regional Vice President; Council Chairman, Banking and Financial Services; Commission on Committees member; Council Vice President; and Professional Certification Board President. He has been honored as ASIS Council Chairman of the Year and ASIS Regional Vice President of the Year.
"As President of the Professional Certification Board, Rik also played a key role in promoting the importance of certification and continued learning and development for security professionals industry wide," added Whitmore.
About ASIS
ASIS International is the preeminent organization for security professionals, with more than 38,000 members worldwide. Founded in 1955, ASIS is dedicated to increasing the effectiveness and productivity of security professionals by developing educational programs and materials that address broad security interests, such as the ASIS Annual Seminar and Exhibits, as well as specific security topics. ASIS also advocates the role and value of the security management profession to business, the media, government entities and the public.
About AlliedBarton Security Services
For more than 50 years AlliedBarton Security Services has provided superior security officer services to protect people, homes and businesses. AlliedBarton tailors security programs to meet clients' needs with committed professionals who enhance clients' brands. The most honored security services provider, AlliedBarton consistently delivers exceptional service which creates a differentiated experience for clients and the people they serve. More than 55,000 employees and 120 offices serve thousands of clients with levels of protection that anticipate needs and build enduring relationships. For more information call 1.866.825.5433 or visit www.alliedbarton.com.
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