Twenty-Five Professionals Have Been Recognized for Their Outstanding Efforts in 2016

CHICAGO, Dec. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Twenty-five professionals from the fields of private security, law enforcement, first responders, emergency management and homeland security were recognized by the Illinois Security Professionals Association at their 55^th Annual Awards Banquet held on December 6, 2016.

The 2016 award recipients include:

SECURITY OFFICERS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
David DeLaPena – Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Dawanna Money and Januari Ward – Titan Security Group
Colin Taylor – Andy Frain Services
Diane White – Allied Universal

EXCELLENCE IN SECURITY OPERATIONS
Deandre Watkins – Apex3 Security

SECURITY LIFE SAVING:
Jennifer Clark & Samuel Washington – Securitas Security
Feltain Miller – Premier Security

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
James K. Joseph – Illinois Emergency Management Agency

EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SERVICE
Captain Dennis Krenz – Cary Fire Protection District

EXCELLENCE IN HOMELAND SECURITY
Sharayn Menne – US Department of Homeland Security

FIRE DEPARTMENT OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR
District Chief Donald Hroma – Chicago Fire Department

FIRE AWARD OF VALOR
Captain Michael Spencer – Chicago Fire Department

LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICIAL OF THE YEAR
Commander Leo Panepinto – Chicago Police Department

POLICE AWARD OF VALOR
Officers Jacek Leja and Justin Raether – 11^th District Chicago Police Department
Officers Kevin O'Connor and Bryan Poradzisz – Schaumburg Police Department

LAURENCE P. MULCRONE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Gary Schenkel – Retired OEMC

SECURITY EXCELLENCE IN REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT
Jack Houze – Sterling Bay

CHAIRMAN'S AWARD
Paul Ohm – Monterrey Security

LINDBERG BELL SECURITY EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR
Elizabeth Moslander – Capital One

LINE OF DUTY AWARD
Michael Smith – Advanced Security Solutions (presented posthumously)

"Congratulations to all of this year's recipients who demonstrated outstanding professionalism in the performance of their duties," said Lawrence A. Doria, Chairman of the Illinois Security Professionals Association. This premier program sets the standards for awards and recognition that specifically recognize professionals in the fields of private security, law enforcement, first responders, emergency management and homeland security that have gone above and beyond in the course of their duties.

About the Illinois Security Professionals Association

The Illinois Security Professionals Association (ISPA), was created in 1961 as the Illinois Security Chiefs Association (ISCA) and has a proud history of industry involvement and since its' inception. ISPA has been the leading organization promoting cooperation between law enforcement and private security organizations. Throughout the years, we have fostered collaborations with the FBI, US Secret Service, Dept. of Homeland Security, Illinois State Police, Chicago Police Department, Chicago Fire Department, Office of Emergency Management and other first responders throughout Illinois.

The Illinois Security Professionals Association is incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Illinois and is comprised of private security professionals representing Illinois business, industry and institutions who employ or contract private security personnel, supply electronic or communication equipment, related suppliers, investigative and consulting services. Our members represent both the public and private sectors of security, law enforcement and public safety as well as individuals who are responsible for the administration of loss prevention and protection programs for business and industry.

Media Contact:

Dennis Gano, CAE, Executive Director: (224) 333-1622 or [email protected]

SOURCE Illinois Security Professionals Association