ACS25

In collaboration with Salto Wecosystem

San Sebastian, Spain
May 28 & 29, 2025

6 PM

ACS25 Agenda

WELCOME RECEPTION

In collaboration with Assa Abloy & HID
Venue:
La Perla
Address:
Edificio La Perla, Kontxa Pasealekua, 20007 San Sebastian
Date & Time:
Wednesday, May 28, 6:00 - 9:00pm
Details:
Hors d'oeuvres and drinks provided

8 AM

BREAKFAST & NETWORKING

Venue: San Sebastian Aquarium
Address:
 1 Plaza de Carlos Blasco Imaz, 20003 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain

9 AM

Thursday, May 29

OPEN & WELCOME

LEE ODESS, TACC
HILARY GALLAGHER, TACC

9:10 AM

SALTO WELCOME

MARC GOMEZ, SALTO

9:20 AM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

MARC HANDELS, SALTO

9:30 AM

PANEL: How the Ecosystem is Reshaping Access Control: The Value Arbitrage Revolution

MICHAEL STUER, PORTIER
SCOTT DUNN, AXIS
BRIAN KARAS, ACTUATE
MIKE NIELSEN, INTEL REALSENSE

9:50 AM

MY VIEW

TERESA WU, IDEMIA

9:55 AM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

KUMAR SOKKA, ACRE

10:05 AM

MY VIEW

KABIR MAIGA, PASSIVEBOLT

10:10 AM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

RUBEN WEGMAN, NEDAP

10:20 AM

MY VIEW

STEVE VAN TILL, BRIVO

10:25 AM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

JOHN RUSSELL, VERKADA

10:35 AM

BREAK

10:50 AM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

LARRY GADEA, ENVOY

11 AM

PANEL: Meeting the Market Where It Is and Will Be: Transforming Business Models in the Physical Access Control Industry

Dave O’ Toole, Touch2Access
Travis Willis, LEGIC
Spencer Marshall, Gallagher Security
John Nemerofsky, SAGE Integration

11:20 AM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

NEIL VANN, ASSA ABLOY

11:30 AM

MY VIEW

HUGO PARCELL AND MIRIAM SHAW, GALLAGHER SECURITY

11:35 AM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

CYRUS CLAFFEY, BUTTERFLYMX

11:45 AM

MY VIEW

ARTURO FALCK, WHOO

11:50 AM

12 PM

PANEL: The Mirage of Consensus: Why Industry Standards Are Both Inevitable and Impossible

Jason Ouellette, ELATEC
John Harvey, LEGIC
Ivan Kravchenko, CoreWillSoft
Charles Johnson, NGA Security Advisors

12:20 PM

1:2 FIRESIDE CHAT

Juan Andrés Arias, Dormakaba
Ben Brydges, Dormakaba

12:30 PM

MY VIEW

LARS KÄMPE, ZENITEL

12:35 PM

Wednesday, May 28

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

TESS MATTISSON, ZAPLOX

1:2 FIRESIDE CHAT

Alper Cetingok, Raymond James
John Mack, Imperial Capital

12:45 PM

LUNCH

1:45 PM

PANEL: Smart Locks: Revolutionary Security Platforms or Expensive Tech Deadbolts?

OLIVIA RENAUD, ALLEGION
BILL WOOD, SALTO
RAFAEL FRANKOW, IGLOO
JUERGEN SEPT, TANLOCK

2:05 PM

MY VIEW

MATT KOPEL, SWIFTCONNECT

2:10 PM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

HEIKKI HILTUNEN, ILOQ

2:20 PM

MY VIEW

DAN ISAAMAN, DOT ORIGIN

2:25 PM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

KYLE GORDON, AMAG

2:35 PM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

PHILIP BRADNEY, PDQ MANUFACTURING

2:45 PM

PANEL: Beyond Barriers: The AI Paradox in Access Control's Evolving Identity

EYAL ROND, INTEL REALSENSE
DIVYAKANT GUPTA, IDCUBE
JOSEF SACHTA, SHARRY
ZAK HABGOOD, ID-WARE UK LTD

3:05 PM

MY VIEW

ROBERT LYDIC, WAVELYNX

3:10 PM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

EWA PIGNA, HONEYWELL

3:20 PM

1:2 FIRESIDE CHAT

TARA DUNNING, WESCO
JOSE MAGANA, WESCO

3:30 PM

PANEL: The Convergence Revolution: Navigating Digital Transformation, Value Evolution, and Strategic Expansion in Associations and Exhibitions

Tristan Norman, Nineteen Group
Don Erickson, Security Industry Association
Matt Barnette, PSA Security Network
Jordan Tuchband, RX USA

3:50 PM

MY VIEW

DANNY SMITH, COLORID

3:55 PM

BREAK

4:10 PM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

JOSH HARTMANN, HARTMANN CONTROLS

4:20 PM

MY VIEW

SY BOHY, SEAM

4:25 PM

PANEL: The Plus Protocol: Redefining the Power of Access Systems

James Shannon, Essensys
Vincent Hamerlinck, Synguard
Onur Sirmatel, Ones Technology

4:45 PM

MY VIEW

GIOVANNI BETTINAZZI, ISEO

4:50 PM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

MARTIN HUDDART, HID GLOBAL

5 PM

MY VIEW

ANE UNCETABARRENECHEA, SALTO

5:05 PM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

MARK LONEY, ACCESSIA

5:15 PM

MY VIEW

MIKHAIL STRUNKIN, GOOGLE

5:20 PM

1:1 FIRESIDE CHAT

STEVEN HUMPHREYS, IDENTIV & VITAPROTECT

5:30 PM

CLOSING

LEE ODESS, TACC

6 PM

RECEPTION

ACS25 Speakers

THE Global Security Event

The Access Control Summit (ACS) is a prestigious global event, held annually, that brings together executives, thought leaders, and industry professionals from the fields of access control, smart lock technology, and related sectors. Now in its third year, ACS has established itself as an important forum for fostering collaboration and innovation in the industry.

This year, ACS will be hosted in collaboration with city-host SALTO WECOSYSTEM, in their hometown of San Sebastian, Spain. With a capacity of 150 seats, the summit provides an exclusive platform for sharing valuable insights, discussing emerging trends, and exploring future opportunities in this rapidly evolving field. Participants gain access to meaningful discussions, networking opportunities, and the chance to help shape the future of access control solutions.

ACS25

ACS25

Why Attend

Hear & Learn from Industry Experts

Discover the latest trends and innovations from top executives and thought leaders in access control and smart technology.

Build Powerful Connections

Network with 150 industry professionals, decision-makers, and innovators in an exclusive setting..

Drive the Future

Join discussions that shape the direction of access control and smart lock technologies.

Join us.

 FAQs

  • ACS is designed for executives, thought leaders, industry professionals, and innovators in access control, smart lock technology, and related fields.

  • You can register online by visiting our registration page here.

  • The fee includes access to all sessions, keynote speeches, and networking. Meals and refreshments included on event day as well.

  • Yes, recordings will be available to registered attendees.

  • For attendees traveling to ACS, there are a few options:

    • Bilbao Airport (BIO): Best for international travelers, especially from North America, with great connections and a 1-hour 15-minute transfer to San Sebastián.

    • San Sebastián Airport (EAS): Just 20 minutes from the city, ideal for regional European flights via Madrid or Barcelona.

    • Biarritz Airport (BIQ): A 40–50 minute drive from across the French border, perfect for European travelers.

    For Hotels:

    Zinema 7 – Business Hotel
    30 min walking
    ~$150 per night
    Discount code: SALTO
    Conditions that apply: 25% off current available rate. Possibility to cancel at no charge up to 72 hours prior to check-in

    Hotel Londres – Luxury Hotel
    15 min walking
    ~$315 per night
    No codes but they will apply a 5% off current available rate if you reach out to their reservations department and tell them they are here “for the Salto congress”.