Welcome to the inaugural episode of Access the Future—a new monthly podcast series brought to you by the Access Control Executive Brief and Acre Security. Hosted by Lee Odess, this series is your front-row seat to the trends, debates, and innovations reshaping the security technology landscape.

In this premiere episode, Lee is joined by Kumar Sokka, President of Intrusion and ComNet at Acre Security, to explore what security looks like in 2025 and beyond. Together, they unpack how traditional access control is evolving into a dynamic, data-driven ecosystem—one that's increasingly cloud-connected, AI-augmented, and customer-centric.

From redefining the role of mobile and user experience to bridging legacy systems with platform-driven innovation, this conversation dives deep into the transformative shifts affecting every corner of the industry. Lee and Kumar also make the case for a new shared vision—one that embraces convergence, talent reinvention, and proactive engagement with emerging technologies.

Whether you're a security professional, integrator, technology partner, or business leader, Access the Future is your guide to navigating change—and leading it.

🔊 Listen now and be part of the movement to shape what’s next in security.