Security Innovator Awards, 2026
The Security Innovator Award is the industry’s only 100% peer-nominated program to recognize the innovative contributions made by individuals in the security industry – from integrators to consultants, to end-user practitioners, to manufacturers and service providers.
Long Island Press Power List, 2026
Long Island Press Power List honorees are recognized for their impact, influence, and leadership within the Long Island community.
Long Island Press ~ "Small Business Star", November 2025
Selected through a community-driven voting process recognizing outstanding small business leaders across Long Island. The November 2025 recognition highlighted veteran-owned businesses making a meaningful impact through entrepreneurship, leadership, community service, and economic development. As Founder and President of G.I.P.M., Steven McCory was recognized for his commitment to supporting businesses, veterans, and organizations across Long Island while advancing innovation, operational excellence, and veteran entrepreneurship.
LONG ISLAND BUSINESS NEWS ~ "In The Lead: Startups", 2025
Long Island’s entrepreneurial landscape is experiencing unprecedented growth, with innovative startups emerging across diverse industries. These visionary companies are tackling complex challenges with creative solutions. Many are leveraging Long Island’s strategic location, utilizing the region’s established business networks to accelerate their growth.
What sets these emerging businesses apart is their commitment to innovation while maintaining strong community roots. They’re not just creating jobs and driving economic growth–they’re positioning Long Island as a hub for entrepreneurial excellence. These startups demonstrate that groundbreaking ideas can flourish in our region’s collaborative environment, where seasoned business leaders mentor emerging entrepreneurs and venture capital increasingly recognizes Long Island’s potential.
Long Island Business News ~ "40 Under Forty", 2024
Long Island Business News has hosted and celebrated the 40 Under Forty awards program since 1998. These future leaders of Long Island have already begun to distinguish themselves in business, government, education and the not-for-profit sector. They have a proven track record of career success, are involved in mentoring and promoting their profession and find time to give back to their communities.
"25 On The Rise" ~ Leadership, 2023
The SIA 25 On the RISE award program, presented by the Security Industry Association’s (SIA’s) RISE community and generously sponsored by Brivo, Genetec and HID, recognizes 25 new and emerging security leaders each year for their impactful contributions to advancing the security industry. SIA 25 on the RISE awardees represent the industry’s leaders of today and tomorrow who influence their companies, their communities and the industry at large in terms of diversity, impact and innovation. Awarded to individuals in management who possess outstanding leadership qualities and set an example for others to follow.