The Future Is Yours: Navigating a Career in Physical Security
This session is designed to equip emerging physical security professionals with actionable strategies for cultivating a robust personal and professional brand. We will explore critical growth vectors, including mentorship, expansive networking and the embrace of diverse career trajectories, while emphasizing the imperative of continuous learning and improvement and the strategic leveraging of artificial intelligence and advanced technologies.
Speakers
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Gary LunettaGlobal Physical Security Systems, Technology & Design LeaderGary Lunetta is a seasoned leader in corporate physical security technology with over a decade of experience driving innovation through the design, development, and optimization of advanced security systems and new product deployments. As Director of Security Systems and Technology at Salesforce, he oversees global implementation and lifecycle management of the company’s Physical Access Control System (PACS), encompassing more than 18,000 endpoints across 100+ offices and 40+ data centers worldwide.
Gary holds a bachelor’s degree in business management and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute. He also holds specialized certifications in PACS and leading project management platforms.
Recognized for his strategic vision and technical acumen, Gary is highly skilled in leveraging advanced analytics to synthesize data from cross-functional programs—uncovering critical trends, anomalies, and operational insights. This alongside his enthusiasm for artificial intelligence, has been instrumental in transforming global security operations, enabling his team to shift from reactive responses to proactive, data-informed decision-making at scale.
Gary’s leadership and impact were further distinguished when he ranked in the top 5% of participants in Salesforce’s Aspiring Leader Pathway program—affirming his reputation as a forward-thinking leader committed to advancing global technology and security strategies.
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Heather RainoneSenior Manager, Global Safety and SecurityHeather Rainone is a distinguished leader with over 15 years of experience driving impactful change within the technology sector, primarily at Salesforce. Her diverse background spans Corporate Real Estate, Workplace Services, Security Design, and currently, as a Senior Manager of Employee Experience within the Global Safety & Security Organization. Heather is renowned for her holistic approach to workplace management, seamlessly blending strategic vision with a deep commitment to people.
Heather’s expertise lies in creating environments where employees thrive—from optimizing physical spaces and ensuring robust security to fostering an exceptional employee journey. She’s a natural mentor, dedicated to developing high-performing teams and nurturing emerging talent through the successful intern programs that she leads. Her leadership extends to critical areas like workplace violence prevention, where she played an instrumental role in developing and implementing comprehensive workplace violence prevention programs at Salesforce. Beyond her corporate roles, Heather serves as President of Women in Security, where she empowers and supports women, building strong communities and inspiring the next generation of leaders.
