Her Story
About Rebecca
Rebecca Peterson brings more than two decades of expertise to her role as Director of Product for the Access Control Business at Chamberlain LiftMaster Group, where she has spent the past seven years shaping strategy and building the division's portfolio from the ground up. Under her leadership, the platform has grown to serve over 15,000 communities, a testament to her ability to translate technical insight into scalable business results. Before joining Chamberlain, Rebecca spent 13 years at Honeywell, where her career evolved from reliability engineering into regulatory compliance and eventually product marketing, giving her a rare foundation that spans the full lifecycle of product development. She also brought her expertise to Ideal Industries as a product manager supporting electrical contractors before returning to the access control space. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Northern Illinois University and an MBA with a marketing emphasis from DePaul University's Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, complemented by Black Belt, Green Belt, and Yellow Belt certifications that reflect her disciplined, process-driven approach to problem-solving.
Beyond her technical and strategic contributions, Rebecca is recognized as a respected voice and connector within the security industry. She holds active membership with the Security Industry Association, Women in Security, Parks Associates, and IMN, and has lent her time in the past to SkillsUSA, supporting career pathways in the skilled trades. Her contributions to the field earned her a spot on the Security Industry Association's Power 100 Women in the Industry list, and she was selected to represent Oak Brook, Illinois in the 2026 Influential Women feature. Fluent in Spanish, she frequently shares her insights at conferences, webinars, and industry panels, helping educate audiences on access control innovation and emerging trends in multifamily technology.
At the heart of Rebecca's story is the influence of her parents, immigrants from El Salvador, whose work ethic and resilience shaped the values she carries into every role: integrity, courage, collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to continuous learning. She is candid about crediting much of her success not just to hard work, but to the relationships she has built along the way and her willingness to extend that same support to others. As a mentor to aspiring product managers and a vocal advocate for women pursuing leadership in a traditionally male-dominated industry, Rebecca encourages the next generation to speak up, ask questions, and trust that their perspective has value long before they feel they have all the answers. Looking forward, she remains focused on scaling Chamberlain's access control business over the next five to ten years while continuing to grow her voice as a thought leader in the field.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Rebecca
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the strong work ethic my immigrant parents from El Salvador instilled in me from an early age. I've built my career on persistence, reliability, and always following through on my commitments. I also credit the mentors and colleagues I've surrounded myself with over the years — building genuine professional relationships and staying willing to help others has opened doors and created opportunities I wouldn't have found on my own.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best advice I've received is to be courageous enough to speak up, ask thoughtful questions, and share my perspective, even when it means stepping outside my comfort zone. Growth happens when you're willing to challenge conventional thinking and contribute your own ideas, rather than waiting until you feel you know everything.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I'd tell young women entering this field to never be afraid to use their voice. Put yourself out there — ask questions, offer your point of view, and don't assume you need to have all the answers before pursuing a leadership role. Don't wait for someone else to advocate for you; advocate for yourself. Your fresh perspective and willingness to learn are some of the greatest strengths you can bring to a traditionally male-dominated industry.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge in our industry is that it remains largely male-dominated, which can make it harder for women to find visibility and advocacy. At the same time, I see tremendous opportunity in how rapidly the security and access control space is evolving — emerging technologies, connected devices, and smarter building solutions are creating real openings for product leaders who can balance technical depth with customer experience. I'm especially excited about the opportunity to scale access control solutions for the multifamily and property markets, educate the market on new technology, and help unlock the potential of the teams I lead.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, courage, collaboration, creativity, reliability, accountability, and continuous learning are the values that matter most to me. I believe great leaders create opportunities for others by building trust, encouraging new perspectives, and empowering their teams to contribute with confidence.
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