Foundation for Advancing Security Talent Welcomes Jeff Fulciniti to Board of Directors

Jeff Fulciniti of Salesforce will join in guiding FAST’s efforts to promote careers in the physical security technology industry.
Published: October 21, 2024

DALLAS – The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has named Jeff Fulciniti of Salesforce to the FAST board of directors – an expert-led group drawn from the membership of the Security Industry Association (SIA) and the Electronic Security Association (ESA) that “defines and refines FAST’s strategic plan as well as the foundation’s annual goals,” according to the announcement.

As the senior director of people strategy and enterprise initiatives for global safety and security at Salesforce, Fulciniti has “demonstrated exceptional skill in ensuring that all things talent related remain a top priority,” the FAST announcement says.

His career is “marked by his commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.” He “has successfully integrated talent development initiatives into the core strategy of organizations, ensuring that employees are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.”

Salesforce is a member of SPARC, SIA’s technical end user community, and brings a practitioner perspective to the FAST board of directors.

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Before joining Salesforce, Fulciniti held various leadership positions in technology at companies including Kronos (now UKG), PTC and Sage. He holds a B.A. from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, a master’s degree in marketing from Emerson College and a certificate in training and development from Boston University, and he completed the High-Potentials program at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School.

“The future of our industry is intrinsically linked to developing a robust pipeline of talent and ensuring awareness of opportunities for professional development and career growth,” said Fulciniti. “It’s the convergence of talent, tech and a passion for the human condition that will make a difference. This is what the Foundation for Advancing Security Talent is all about, and I’m thrilled to be joining the board.”

What the FAST Board of Directors Does

Fulciniti joins the following members on the FAST board of directors:

  • Chairperson Kerri Sutherland, manager, human resources business partnerships, Axis Communications
  • Vice Chairperson John Nemerofsky, chief operating officer, SAGE Integration
  • Treasurer Ken Kocher, president, Force Security Solutions
  • Scott Harkins, vice president, sales, Resideo
  • Jim Lantrip, senior vice president of operations, Allied Universal Technology Services
  • Michal Moss Early, executive director of corporate strategy, Digital Monitoring Products
  • Rick Seymour, chief operating officer, Guardian Hawk Security
  • Yaron Zussman, general manager, Magos America

FAST is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization promoting careers in the physical security technology and life safety industry. Created in 2020 through a partnership of SIA and ESA, FAST connects professionals with new opportunities in electronic security and life safety.

The foundation “brings awareness to the career advancement opportunities within the fast-paced technology industry that serves to keep people, places and property safe,” the association announcement says.

The FAST website offers job seekers information about the security industry’s growth, the types of roles available in the industry, what employers are looking for, leading certifications in physical security and cybersecurity and a jobs board featuring immediate opportunities in security technology and life safety.

The FAST Jobs Board allows job seekers to search by keyword, job title and location and has featured thousands of jobs from over 800 companies. The jobs board continues to grow in 2024 and has become the go-to destination for hiring and finding job opportunities in the security industry.

FAST’s key efforts include outreach to schools, colleges and universities to increase awareness of the exciting and rewarding careers available in security; research on the industry’s workforce development needs and possible solutions; recognition programs to celebrate the work of security technicians; events; and continuing education resources to help those already in the industry stay current with rapidly emerging and evolving technologies.

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