Deadbolt Society Podcast

Deadbolt Live with Shea Tilton!

🎙️ Streamlining Billing for Alarm Companies – Live Q&A with Shea Tilton from Cornerstone Billing Solutions 🚨 In this special episode, we sit down with Shea Tilton, Business Development Manager at Cornerstone Billing Solutions, to talk about solving one of the biggest pain points in the alarm industry: billing and operations. Cornerstone has been helping security companies simplify recurring billing, streamline operations, and boost profitability—all while providing top-tier customer support. With nearly a decade in the alarm industry and a passion for helping dealers and office managers, Shea shares actionable insights and stories from the field. 💡 In this episode, we cover: * How Cornerstone Billing Solutions helps alarm companies grow * The benefits of combining CRM, billing, and reporting in one platform * Why automation is the future of alarm business operations * Common mistakes alarm dealers make—and how to fix them * Real examples of how Cornerstone has saved time and money for clients * Tips for smooth onboarding and scaling your business with confidence Plus, Shea opens up about his personal journey from alarm monitoring to sales leadership, and how hobbies like gaming and snowboarding influence his professional mindset. 📌 Whether you're an alarm dealer, monitoring provider, or office manager—this episode will give you a behind-the-scenes look at how Cornerstone Billing Solutions is reshaping back-end operations for the modern security company. 🔗 Learn more at: https://alarmbills.com [https://alarmbills.com] 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your questions in the comments! #AlarmIndustry #CornerstoneBilling #SecurityCompanySuccess #RecurringRevenue #BillingSoftware #AlarmDealers #SecurityBusinessTips #CRMforAlarmCompanies #BusinessDevelopment #SaaSForSecurity

Deadbolt Live with Terry Conlon!

All Things CPTED with Terry Conlon In this episode of Deadbolt Live, I sit down with Terry Conlon for an in-depth discussion on Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED). We had an incredible live audience, bringing thought-provoking questions on everything from how to learn more about CPTED to the biggest mistakes organizations and city planners make when implementing CPTED. We also dive into the US CPTED Association community, the upcoming 2026 event this February, and CPTED training opportunities through the NICP, Inc.. Plus, we discuss Terry's work with the Secure Building Council—especially around the SHIELD certification—and Terry's debut book, The CPTED Paradigm - A Holistic Approach to Crime Prevention, which officially launches in New York this November! 🔒 If you're passionate about crime prevention and security design, this is a must-listen!

Deadbolt Roundtable 3-21-25

Deadbolt Roundtable: The Future of Security & Industry Hot Topics  In this special Deadbolt Roundtable episode, I’m joined by an all-star panel of security experts to tackle some of the biggest questions in the industry today.  Our guests include:  🔒 BaerHalvorson PSP® – Host of the Security Today Podcast 🔒 Josh Bowman, PMP – Founder of BowmanVision Media 🔒Jon Polly - Founder of Protecht Solutions 🔒 Dominic Cornell, PSP® – Founder of Deadbolt Society

Deadbolt Live with Josh Bowman!

Marketing for Dummies with Josh Bowman In this episode of Deadbolt Live, I sit down with Josh Bowman from BowmanVision Media to break down marketing in the security industry—why it matters, and how to do it right. We discuss Josh’s move full-time into BowmanVision Media, the importance of hiring a marketing agency that actually understands the security industry, and why BowmanVision Media proudly sponsors Deadbolt Society. We also chat about Josh’s podcast, 49 Volts, debate whether insurance discounts for alarm systems should be revoked if they aren’t used, and touch on the latest news about TikTok potentially being purchased. Plus, Josh shares his outlook on the next big thing in security—and trust me, you don’t want to miss his take. 🔒 Tune in now for marketing insights, industry hot takes, and a deep dive into the future of security!

Deadbolt Live with Jon Polly

In this episode of Deadbolt Live, I sit down with Jon Polly to explore the future of security and what’s shaping the industry moving forward. We discuss his career path, his diverse project portfolio, and his expertise in data center security—one of the most critical aspects of modern infrastructure. We also dive into what the future holds for security technology, best practices, and how we can effectively train the next generation of security professionals to meet evolving challenges. 🔒 Tune in now for expert insights on where security is headed and how we can stay ahead of the curve!