International. ASIS International announced the appointment of William "Bill" Tenney as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2024. Tenney brings 35 years of experience in security leadership from the public and private sectors.
As CEO of ASIS International, Tenney will spearhead the organization's strategic vision, working closely with members, partners, and stakeholders to advance the mission of fostering excellence in the security profession around the world.
"We are thrilled to welcome William Tenney as the next CEO to guide ASIS in our mission to support security professionals across disciplines," said Cy A. Oatridge, CPP, 2024 president of ASIS International. "His diverse background spanning national security and global corporate security makes him uniquely qualified to lead our organization and advance our strategic priorities."
Oatridge added, "The successful completion of our CEO search was made possible by our partner, Spencer Stuart, one of the world's leading executive search and leadership consulting firms, along with our CEO Search Committee led by ASIS 2023 President Tim McCreight. PCP."
Tenney joins ASIS after serving as Chief Security Officer and Senior Vice President of Global Corporate Security for MetLife, Chief Risk Officer of Global Operations for Bloomberg, and Chief Global Security Officer for Target Corporation. Previously, he served in the national security community as a civilian and for eight years as a U.S. naval officer.
"After an extensive global search, we are confident that Bill is the ideal leader to guide ASIS International into its next chapter of growth and success," said Tim McCreight, CPP, chair of ASIS International's CEO Search Committee. "With his proven track record of strategic leadership and deep experience within the security profession, Bill has the vision and capabilities to deliver the highest level of business continuity while propelling our organization to new heights. His appointment reinforces our commitment to operational excellence and positions us to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the ever-evolving security landscape."
Tenney succeeds Peter O'Neil, FASAE, CAE, who served from 2016 to 2024. Tenney will become the eighth executive to lead this organization in its nearly seven decades of existence.
"I am truly honored and excited to take on the role of Executive Director of this prestigious global security partnership with more than 34,000 members representing more than 150 countries worldwide," said Bill Tenney, newly appointed Executive Director of ASIS International. "ASIS International plays a critical role in advancing the security profession and addressing the complex challenges facing our increasingly interconnected world. I look forward to collaborating closely with our diverse members, volunteer leaders, and staff to drive innovation, share best practices, and elevate the critical importance of effective security strategies across sectors and regions."
A graduate of St. Olaf College and Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, Tenney has completed his executive training at Harvard, Northwestern, and MIT. He is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the Veterans Defense Project and an advisor to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
