Stefan Engelbrecht brings expertise in corporate security and critical infrastructure to the German business security association. His appointment comes as cyber resilience, NIS2 and geopolitical risks reshape companies’ security priorities. Energy security is central...
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TrendAI reorganises its DACH sales team
Cybersecurity provider TrendAI is reorganising its sales management in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Oliver Becker is taking on the role of Vice President of Sales, with responsibility for the DACH region. At the same time, the company is strengthening its...
Friedrich P. Kötter turns 60: From a security firm to an integrated services group
Friedrich P. Kötter has helped transform a long-established security firm into a diversified service group with more than 16,000 employees. On 21 September, the Essen-based family entrepreneur will turn 60. His career path also reflects the transformation of an...
TKH Security Strengthens Leadership and Sales in Germany
Carsten Keite takes over Managing Director role – Nico Janich appointed Key Account Manager for North-West region TKH Security GmbH is further expanding its presence in the German market and strengthening both its leadership team and sales organisation. With Carsten...
i-PRO Appoints Steve Riley as President EMEA
Experienced security industry executive to lead regional strategy and organizational development as i-PRO enters its next phase of growth across EMEA i-PRO has appointed Steve Riley as President EMEA, strengthening its regional leadership as the company continues...
BDSW honours outstanding security staff with the 2025 Employee Award
The Federal Association of the Security Industry has presented its Employee Award for the ninth time. With this award, the association recognises employees in the security industry who, through their exceptional actions, have demonstrated a special sense of...
Change at the helm of the supervisory boards at Bundesdruckerei
There has been a change in the chairmanship of the supervisory board at Bundesdruckerei: Martina Koederitz is taking over as chair of the supervisory boards of Bundesdruckerei Gruppe GmbH and Bundesdruckerei GmbH. She succeeds Dr Kai Beckmann, who stepped down from...
Prosero appoints Country Manager for Germany and the DACH region
Security services provider Prosero Security is strengthening its market organisation in Germany and has appointed Gerrit Fleischer as Country Manager for Germany and the DACH region. The role forms part of the company’s long-term strategy to establish itself as a...
Verkada strengthens its IT leadership: Chris Stori appointed Chief Information Officer
Verkada, a provider of AI-based security solutions, is further expanding its technological leadership structure: Chris Stori has been appointed Chief Information Officer (CIO) with immediate effect. In this role, he will be responsible for global IT strategy, business...
Change in management at Securiton Germany as of 1 January 2026
Securiton Germany is set to undergo a significant change in management at the beginning of 2026: Volker Benz will take over as managing director of the company on 1 January 2026. He succeeds Horst Geiser, who is handing over operational management after more than 30...
