Award Category Definitions
Lindberg Bell Security Executive of the Year Award
Named after Lindberg Bell, a co-founder of the Illinois Security Chiefs Association, this award is presented annually to a security executive who has demonstrated outstanding attributes and contributions to the security profession.
Laurence P. Mulcrone Lifetime Achievement Award
This award honors individuals whose contributions to Private Security, Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or first responder professions have been truly outstanding. This award recognizes those whose leadership and accomplishments have risen far above the ordinary.
Line of Duty Award
This award honors a security professional, law enforcement officer or fire life safety professional who made the ultimate sacrifice while performing their duties in service to the public.
Security Professionals Who Make a Difference
This award honors individuals who have made a lasting impact and demonstrated exceptional contributions to enhancing security practices by taking initiative, providing innovative solutions, training, mentorship, and fostering a positive security culture with their organization or community.
Excellence in Security Operations
This award acknowledges individuals or teams who have consistently exhibited excellence in the implementation, management, and execution of security operations, setting the standard for effectiveness and efficiency to protect people, information and assets.
Security Life Saving Award
This award is presented to those whose quick thinking and decisive actions have directly resulted in saving lives during critical security incidents.
Security Award of Valor
This award recognizes security professionals who have demonstrated extraordinary courage, dedication, and professionalism in protecting life and property. This prestigious honor is awarded to individuals who have exhibited acts of bravery, exceptional performance under pressure, or outstanding service in the face of danger.
Excellence in Emergency Management
This award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and innovation in managing and responding to emergency situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of the public.
Excellence in Homeland Security
This award acknowledges individuals or teams who have significantly contributed to protecting the nation from threats, ensuring resilience against terrorism, and improving national security efforts.
Excellence in Public Service
This award celebrates those who have gone above and beyond in serving the public with dedication, integrity, and a commitment to safety.
Public Private Liaison Award
This award is presented to individuals or organizations that have effectively facilitated collaboration between public and private sectors to enhance security and crisis management.
Fire Life Safety Official of the Year
This award honors an individual working in fire life safety, who has demonstrated exceptional service, leadership, and commitment to safeguarding life and property. This award recognizes a professional who has gone above and beyond in their role, either through direct action in emergency situations or through proactive measures to prevent loss or injury. The recipient has consistently displayed a high level of expertise, dedication to public safety, and a deep understanding of fire life safety protocols and emergency response.
Fire Life Safety of Valor
This award honors Fire Life Safety professionals who have demonstrated extraordinary courage and heroism in protecting life and property during fire emergencies.
Leadership/Mentor Award
This award is given to individuals who demonstrate exemplary service, guidance, mentorship, and dedication to the security industry by fostering an environment of growth and innovation.
James Brodie Excellence in Legislation Award
This award honors individuals whose work in legislative or policy-making efforts has significantly advanced the cause of security and public safety, creating lasting positive changes in the security industry.
Law Enforcement Official of the Year Award
This is given to a law enforcement officer who has demonstrated outstanding performance, leadership, and contributions to the safety and security of their jurisdiction.
Law Enforcement Award of Valor
This award recognizes law enforcement professionals who have exhibited exceptional bravery, putting themselves in harm's way to protect and serve their communities.
Law Enforcement Life Saving Award
This award is presented to a law enforcement officer who has exhibited extraordinary courage, skill, and quick thinking in a life-threatening situation to save or protect the life of an individual. This award highlights actions that go beyond routine duty and involve putting oneself in harm's way to preserve human life. The recipient has demonstrated the highest level of professionalism and heroism in the line of duty.
Security Excellence in Real Estate Management
This award recognizes outstanding security professionals who have demonstrated exceptional performance in managing security systems, policies, and procedures within real estate properties, including commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments. This award honors the individual who has shown innovation, initiative, and a strong commitment to creating and maintaining a secure environment for tenants, visitors, and staff. The recipient has made significant contributions to enhancing safety protocols, improving security operations, and ensuring the well-being of all stakeholders in the real estate sector.
ISPA Rising Star Award
The Rising Star Award is presented to an individual who has shown exceptional talent, potential, and dedication as an entry-level employee or new supervisor. This person makes a significant positive impact on security operations and demonstrates innovative thinking. They display a commitment to meeting strategic goals and caring for others leading to the success of the overall business.
