Vantage Points

Verkada

Vantage Points by Verkada brings you candid conversations from top voices across the security industry. Hosts Michael Evanoff, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State and Global Chief Security Officer at Verkada and Cari Guittard, homeland security and geopolitical risk strategist, talk to storied leaders about their personal hits, misses, and milestones throughout their decades served.

Episodes

  1. Apr 28

    Building Truly Safe and Sound Schools with Michele Gay

    In this episode of Vantage Points, Michele Gay, co-founder and executive director of Safe and Sound Schools, shares how she transformed the tragic loss of her daughter at Sandy Hook into a national movement for school safety. She advocates for a holistic approach to school safety that includes six key pillars: emergency management, community engagement, physical safety, mental and behavioral health, school climate, and overall wellness. She also highlights the Especially Safe program, designed to help schools address safety for individuals of all abilities. Watch to learn how Michele is helping communities ensure every child has the opportunity to learn in a safe and supportive environment.

    29 min

  2. Jan 27

    Combatting Organized Retail Crime with the National Retail Federation's David Johnston

    Retail theft has shifted from primarily one-off shoplifting incidents to brazen and often violent organized crime. This organized retail crime is not just a threat to retailers' bottom lines -- it is a threat to employees' safety and the communities they serve. David Johnston, Vice President of Asset Protection and Retail Operations for the National Retail Federation (NRF), joins Michael Evanoff and Cari Guittard to discuss the evolving threat landscape, how AI and unified technology help stores move "left of boom," and the bipartisan legislative efforts needed to dismantle professional crime rings.

    29 min

  3. 11/25/2025

    Understanding the Science of Retail Crime with The Loss Prevention Research Council

    According to the 2025 State of Retail Safety report, physical assaults on retail workers have increased by 57% year-over-year. As a result, loss prevention now extends beyond protecting inventory to include ensuring employee and customer safety. Dr. Read Hayes, Executive Director of the Loss Prevention Research Council, joins Michael Evanoff to discuss changes in the retail crime landscape, psychological factors driving theft, and evidence-based approaches to address organized retail crime and workplace violence. For more information, visit https://lpresearch.org/.

    25 min

  4. 10/28/2025

    Building a Culture of School Safety with The "I Love U Guys" Foundation

    The “I Love U Guys” Foundation was founded in 2006 by Ellen and John-Michael Keyes after a school shooting took the life of their daughter, Emily. On that day, Emily sent two text messages... One to her mother, Ellen, "I love u guys. K" and to her father, John-Michael, "I love you guys." Since that day, The “I Love U Guys” Foundation has been on a mission to restore and protect the joy of youth through educational programs and positive actions. In this episode, Pat Hamilton, Alliance Director for The “I Love U Guys” Foundation, joins Michael Evanoff and Cari Guittard to discuss the life-saving power of locked doors, how to build a culture of safety within school communities, and where technology can make a meaningful impact on safety in schools. For more information and to access FREE resources from The “I Love U Guys” Foundation, visit https://iloveuguys.org/.

    29 min

  5. Season 1 Trailer

    Trailer: Vantage Points Season 1

    Coming soon! 'Vantage Points' is a new video podcast series co-hosted by Michael Evanoff, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State and Global Chief Security Officer at Verkada, and Cari Guittard, homeland security and geopolitical risk strategist. Monthly episodes will feature high-profile guests from across the security and public safety world — diving into the trends, technologies, and challenges shaping how we protect people and places today. Tune in for our first episode on Tuesday, October 28.

    1 min

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Vantage Points by Verkada brings you candid conversations from top voices across the security industry. Hosts Michael Evanoff, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State and Global Chief Security Officer at Verkada and Cari Guittard, homeland security and geopolitical risk strategist, talk to storied leaders about their personal hits, misses, and milestones throughout their decades served.

Information

  • Creator
    Verkada
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Verkada
  • Show Website
    Vantage Points