12 February 2026

InspirEd Foundations

Facilities, Buildings & Grounds Leadership Forum

About the Event

Join SecureWon and Axis Communications for an exclusive, in-person event focused on the evolving role of physical security, safety, and operations in school environments—designed for professionals in facilities, buildings, and grounds management.

Join us at the Chelmsford Axis Experience Center for the InspirEd Foundations: Facilities, Buildings & Grounds Leadership Forum, a gathering designed for leaders and professionals in facilities, buildings, and grounds management. This forum offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative strategies, share best practices, and network with industry experts.

Discover the latest trends, engage in insightful discussions, attend expert-led sessions, and gain actionable insights to elevate your leadership in managing and maintaining world-class facilities.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with peers, learn from thought leaders, and drive excellence in your organization. We look forward to seeing you there!

Axis Communications Experience Center

300 Apollo Drive, Chelmsford, MA

Thursday, February 12th

9:30 am - 2:00 pm ET

9:30 – 10 am: Registration, Welcome & Opening Remarks

10 am – 11 am: Session 1: Client Panel – Real-World Perspectives

A moderated panel discussion featuring client voices.

Axis/SecureWon Client that recently went through a physical security project: Perspective on physical security and IT, and how these initiatives align within the IT/CFO budget framework.
Hear from Hank Bryant, Director of Educational Technology and Innovation from Nashoba Brooks School
Interactive/Q&A from audience

11 am – 12 pm: Session 2: AI & Analytics – From Security to Safety and Operations

Led by Axis, this session will focus on how schools can leverage AI and analytics from their existing systems to drive outcomes beyond traditional security. Topics include:

What your systems are already telling you
Shifting from “security” to broader “safety” and operational efficiency
Understanding traffic patterns, restricted areas, and high-use zones
Using data to proactively improve campus safety and operations

12 pm – 1 pm: Working Lunch: Axis R&D and What’s Next

An interactive working lunch hosted by Axis, highlighting:

What’s new and emerging from Axis R&D
Innovations specifically designed for the education vertical
How Axis is evolving its platform day-to-day to support schools

1 pm: Closing: Tours & Happy Hour

Wrap up the day with guided tours followed by a networking happy hour.

Join Us at InspirEd Foundations – Reserve Your Seat

Be part of a focused, half-day forum designed for facilities, buildings, and grounds leaders in education.

InspirEd Foundations brings together peer perspectives, practical insights, and forward-looking discussions on safety, operations, and the evolving role of technology across campus environments.