DW’s Strategic Growth Leader has been recognized for her contributions to Digital Watchdog and the security industry.

Cerritos, CA (March 9, 2026) – Digital Watchdog® (DW) announces that Somin Lee, Strategic Growth Leader, has been named to the 2026 Power 100 by the Security Industry Association Women in Security Forum. The program honors women whose leadership and innovation are advancing the security industry.

A Massachusetts Institute of Technology graduate, Somin helped transform Digital Watchdog from a DVR innovator to a leader in cloud-centric surveillance solutions, including the launch of DW Spectrum®. Somin oversees Strategy and the Innovative Technology Team, driving operational efficiency and innovation, including DWAIN, the AI support assistant, and myDW, a cloud-based health-monitoring platform.

“I’ve had the privilege of working with Somin since early days of Digital Watchdog, and her impact on our growth cannot be overstated. She has poured herself into this company, helping build the processes and the organization that truly define who we are today,” said Wade Thomas, President and COO, Digital Watchdog. “Seeing her work recognized by our industry is incredibly meaningful to me and a proud moment for our entire team.”

Somin champions employee growth through learning programs and the Idea Bank innovation portal. Somin promotes wellness and community engagement by organizing company-wide health initiatives and leading volunteer efforts, including building bikes for foster children and supporting local nonprofits.

Honorees will be recognized at ISC West on March 27, 2026. (https://www.securityindustry.org/2026/03/09/security-industry-association-names-2026-women-in-security-forum-power-100-honorees/.).

Founded in 1987, DW is a leading manufacturer of NDAA/TAA-compliant and cloud-centric complete surveillance solutions, delivering easy-to-use, resource-saving artificial intelligence (AI), stunning image quality, advanced hardware capabilities, superior video management, reliable customer support and the lowest total cost of deployment for cloud-managed IP megapixel, Universal HD over Coax megapixel, and legacy analog applications. DW’s catalog includes perimeter protection devices, including motion detectors, illuminators and speakers, as well as an NDAA-compliant elevated skin temperature system. With offices in Cerritos, California and Tampa, Florida, and manufacturing facilities in Seoul, Korea, DW is committed to delivering powerful security solutions to its customers worldwide.