President’s Message: June 2024

I am thrilled to share with you the tremendous success of the CAA Spring Convention. With over 210 dealers and manufacturers in attendance, the event was a remarkable gathering of industry professionals dedicated to advancing the security and life safety industry.

Our keynote speaker, Robert Hamilton Owens, delivered an exceptionally motivating and inspirational speech, emphasizing the importance of team building and leadership. His insights resonated deeply with all attendees, setting a powerful tone for the conference.

The Executive Symposium on Video Monitoring provided invaluable insights into the current state of video monitoring as a service and the exciting possibilities the future holds. The knowledge shared during this session will undoubtedly help shape our strategies and innovations moving forward.

One of the highlights of our conference was the Youth Scholarship Award, led by our Scholarship Chair, Lilianne Chaumont. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all our 11 Chapter winners and a special recognition to our State winner, Stella Werle, who shared a touching essay during our General Session. Stella’s words reminded us of the profound impact our scholarship program has on young lives.

I want to express my sincere gratitude to all our sponsors whose unwavering support made the Spring Conference possible. Your dedication to the CAA and the security and life safety industry is deeply appreciated as we continue to drive forward initiatives within California and beyond.

We also had the honor of recognizing this year’s Mark Schubert Award winner, none other than Lilianne Chaumont. For over 30 years, Lilianne has been a cornerstone of our association, dedicating herself wholeheartedly to the Youth Scholarship Program. Her efforts have positively impacted the lives of countless graduates from first-responder families across California. Thank you, Lilianne for your exceptional service and dedication.

As we look to the future, I am filled with optimism and excitement for the continued growth and success of the CAA. Together, we will continue to advance our industry and make meaningful contributions to the communities we serve.

Regards,

Sean Cooke

President

California Alarm Association