Richard Lefler, a retired vice president and director of corporate security at American Express, spoke at a conference in New York. He said the terror attacks of 9/11 created a storm of activity for the security profession that informs todays challenges and responsibilities for CSOs. CSOs need to understand their roles in securing the global economy and protecting critical infrastructure, he said. He urged leaders from different vertical industries to gather with government officials to come up with ways that they can share sensitive information.”]