Bruce A. Canal, Cpp
About Bruce A. Canal, Cpp
Bruce A. Canal, CPP, is a Segment Development Manager at Axis Communications, specializing in security solutions for educational institutions. With extensive experience in security technology and risk management, he has held various leadership roles in organizations focused on crime prevention and campus safety.
Work at Axis Communications
Bruce A. Canal serves as the Segment Development Manager for Education at Axis Communications since 2018. In this role, he focuses on business development within K-12 and higher education sectors. He specializes in integrating physical security solutions, including CCTV, access control, biometrics, and facial recognition, to enhance safety in educational environments. His experience in security technology and risk management supports his efforts in promoting effective security measures in schools.
Current Roles at ASIS International
Bruce A. Canal holds multiple positions at ASIS International. He has been a member since 1996, contributing to the organization for 28 years. He has served on the Crime Prevention Council since 2016 and the School Safety and Security Council since 2019. In these roles, he focuses on advancing safety and security practices within the community and educational institutions, leveraging his extensive background in security management.
Previous Work Experience
Bruce A. Canal has a diverse work history in the security field. He worked at Stanley Security Solutions in 2018 for 9 months and served as the Director of Physical Security at Orange County Public Schools from 2015 to 2018. He also held the position of Senior Director of Operations at Matrix Systems, Inc. from 2008 to 2009 and was the Corporate Director of Security at Redcats USA from 2006 to 2008. His experience includes consulting for Fortune 1000 companies and numerous school districts.
Educational Background
Bruce A. Canal earned his Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from Indiana Wesleyan University in 1993. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, which he completed in 1990. Additionally, he graduated from the Indiana State Police — 40th Academy in 1980, further solidifying his foundation in criminal justice and security.
Board Membership at ZeroNow
Since 2021, Bruce A. Canal has been a member of the Board of Directors at ZeroNow.org. In this capacity, he focuses on increasing funding for campus safety and security through innovative strategies and policy development. His role involves leveraging his expertise in security technology to support initiatives aimed at enhancing safety in educational environments.