NCS4 Announces 24/7 Software as the 2026 Technology Alliance Member of the Year
Mon, 06/08/2026 - 02:32pm | By: NCS⁴ Staff
24/7 Software will be recognized as the NCS4 Sports and Entertainment Technology Alliance Member of the Year during the 2026 National
Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition on June 23-25 in Palm Desert,
Calif. The event is presented annually by the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi.
The Technology Alliance Member of the Year Award recognizes a Sports and Entertainment
Technology Alliance member who has demonstrated a high level of commitment to research
and training, addressing industry needs in sports safety and security.
"24/7 Software is honored to be recognized by NCS4 as the 2026 Technology Alliance Member of the Year. We sincerely appreciate the NCS4 team, the Technology Alliance, and the NCS4 Board for their leadership in advancing research and collaboration across the sports and entertainment industry. Their work helps venues strengthen safety, security, facilities operations and overall operational excellence,” said Justin King, executive vice president, sales and marketing.
“This recognition reflects the industry leaders and the people responsible for safety and operations behind the scenes at every venue. We’re committed to helping them do their jobs better every day. As we continue to innovate quickly, we’re advancing a modern enterprise platform with AI-driven capabilities and are excited to help lead the industry forward,” added King.
The Sports and Entertainment Technology Alliance is a consortium of individuals and organizations committed to excellence in spectator safety and security through innovation. Members work alongside practitioners and the NCS4 to explore how people, processes, and technologies can best contribute to addressing safety and security challenges in meaningful ways. The 2026 Sports and Entertainment Technology Alliance members include 24/7 Software, Accredit Solutions, Aluma, Axis Communications, ESRI, eyeLock, Genetec, inControl, inOrbit, Raven Controls, Red Ball Drills, S2 Global, SkySafe, Titan HST and Xtract One Technologies.
"24/7 Software has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the NCS4 Sports and Entertainment Technology Alliance mission,” said Anthony Palazzolo, NCS4 manager of marketing and business development. “Their team has truly bought into the organization and continues to add beneficial input to the Technology Alliance conversations and priorities.”
24/7 Software will be recognized at the awards luncheon during the conference. The luncheon is sponsored by Evolv Technology, which provides weapons detection systems for security screening.
For more information about the conference or to register, visit the conference website. For more information about the awards, visit the awards recognition website.
About the 17th Annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition
The National Sports Safety and Security Conference and Exhibition will be held June
23-25, 2026, at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Desert, Calif.
The conference will attract over 500 attendees and 70 exhibitors representing professional
sports, intercollegiate athletics, interscholastic athletics, marathon and endurance
events, sports and entertainment facilities, and those who provide safety and security
products and services to the industry. Visit the conference website for more information.
About NCS4
Established in 2006, the NCS4 is the nation’s only academic center devoted to the study and practice of sports
safety and security. The NCS4 is partially underwritten by grants from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The NCS4 mission focuses on three key pillars - Training and Education, Research, and Outreach.
Click here for more information about NCS4 or call 601.266.6183.