Allied Universal News
Allied Universal, a security and facility services company in North America, is pleased to announce that Drew Vollero has received the prestigious Orange County Business Journal’s CFO of the Year Award for a private company. Vollero received the honor at the 13th Annual CFO of the Year Awards held at the Hotel Irvine on January 30th. Awards go to Chief Financial Officers for exemplary performance in the preceding fiscal year in five categories. Murray Rudin, Managing Director of Riordan, L...
Trackforce Valiant announced its acquisition of Silvertrac Software. Silvertrac - Capterra’s highest-rated security guard management software - joins forces with the recent acquisition of Valiant Solutions by Trackforce to expand its portfolio in the security guard market. With over 2,500 customers, 300,000 users and 30,000 customer sites in 45 countries, Trackforce Valiant is recognised as a workforce management solution in the physical security industry. Trackforce Valiant is an all-in-...
Two of the most familiar names in the physical security market – Pelco and Panasonic – underwent ownership changes during 2019. Consolidation continued on multiple other fronts. Security service companies, video companies and access control companies were all among the entities involved in merger and acquisition (M&A) activity during the last 12 months. In short, the industry landscape continues to transform in response to a changing market. Here's a look at the Top 10 M&A s...
Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, acquires APG Security - a South Amboy, New Jersey - based company offering manned guarding and investigative services on a national level. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “APG Security’s talented management team has built a reputable business offering top-of-the-line security services on a national level,” said Steve Jones, CEO of Allied Universal. “This acquisition is part of our lon...
Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, and SOS Security®, a renowned provider of global security services, announces that a definitive agreement has been executed with respect to a transformational merger that creates a security leader in North America and beyond. “I am thrilled to welcome Edward Silverman - one of the most highly regarded leaders of the security industry - and the SOS Security team to the Allied Universal family,” said...
Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, announces a strategic partnership with LiveSafe to provide mobile, two-way safety communications between the company’s security professionals and customers in order to prevent safety and security incidents. Allied Universal® Technology Services, a division of Allied Universal, will be utilising the LiveSafe Mobile App effective immediately. Safety and security risk intelligence LiveSafe delivers action...
Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, acquires Vinson Guard Service, Inc. - a New Orleans, Louisiana - based company offering manned guarding services throughout the Gulf Coast and Southeastern United States. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. "We cannot be more pleased with this acquisition as Vinson Guard Service's well-established platform, highly skilled security professionals and a proven track record of providing superior security solutions w...
Allied Universal, global security and facility services company in North America, has recently announced the acquisition of Advent Systems, Inc., international low-voltage integrator of IP video, access control, structured cabling and audio/visual systems based in Elmhurst, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Acquisition of Advent Systems "Adding Advent Systems helps us grow strategically and geographically especially within the Chicago market," said Steve Jone...
Securing New Ground, the security industry’s annual executive conference this week in New York, offered food for thought about current and future trends in the security marketplace. Highlights from SNG 2019 included keynote remarks from security leaders at SAP, Johnson Controls and the Consumer Technology Association, discussions on how CSOs mitigate security risks, topic-focused thought leadership roundtables and a lively networking reception. Top trends observed at the event include cyb...
Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, recently hired Joshua Skule as the Senior Vice President of the Risk Advisory and Consulting Services division. Skule will be responsible for enhancing this division as a national and global provider of differentiating consulting, investigations and protective services. Skule joins Allied Universal after a distinguished 21-year career in the FBI, where he was recently the Executive Assistant Director for Intellige...
In addition to providing the Northeast’s largest security trade show, ISC East will include free conference sessions and keynote speeches right on the show floor and several paid workshops. The Nov. 20-21 event at New York’s Javits Center will also include vendor solution sessions from Axis Communications, Hikvision and NAPCO. Wide variety of paid workshops An advantage of the International Security Conference & Exposition in New York is that much of the programming is complime...
Growing up, I was surrounded by the military way of life as my father was a Captain in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and my grandfather and uncles all served in the military. Even from a young age, I knew I was going to serve our country. My 22-year career in the military includes serving in the United States Air Force, the California Air National Guard and as a reservist assigned to an active-duty Air Force unit. Training and development operations Over the course of my military c...
The Security Industry Association (SIA) announces the 2019 keynote and featured speakers for Securing New Ground (SNG), the security industry’s annual executive conference taking place at the Grand Hyatt New York in Manhattan October 29-30. SNG 2019 will feature keynote remarks from Dr. Steven T. Hunt, chief expert for work and technology at SAP; George Oliver, chairman and CEO of Johnson Controls; and Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). Signific...
Allied Universal, a security and facility services company in North America, announces the appointment of Caress Kennedy as a member of The Committee of 200 (C200) - a prestigious network of top-level women entrepreneurs and corporate innovators. “We are delighted that Caress Kennedy was selected to be a member of the elite C200,” said Steve Jones, CEO, Allied Universal. "Caress is an extraordinary leader who brings valuable hands-on experience and innovative ideas for the security...
Many exhibitors at GSX 2019 saw the show as a success, despite slower booth traffic on the second and third days. According to show sponsor ASIS International, there were more than 20,000 registrants from 125 countries around the world, including those who attended the conference as well as the exhibition. Exhibitors definitely put their best feet forward, enthusiastically promoting their technology breakthroughs, but how convincing were they? The comments from at least one attendee – a l...
The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named George W. Anderson as the 2019 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honour recognising excellence in promoting the implementation of innovative security solutions. Anderson – who retired from the New York Police Department (NYPD) in 2011 after 30 years of service – is the director of World Trade Center security for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and serves as chair of the Private Sector Liaison Commit...
Allied Universal, a security and facility services company in North America, is proud to recognise security professionals during the company’s 5th Annual National Security Officer Appreciation Week starting on September 15 through September 21, 2019. Each day, Allied Universal security professionals help maintain safe and secure workplaces, schools, shopping malls and communities providing peace of mind. The goal of Allied Universal’s National Security Officer Appreciation Week, whi...
Allied Universal, global security and facility services company in North America, has recently announced a broad array of new all-inclusive capabilities and divisions, which will be showcased at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) conference (Booth #523) slated for September 8 – 12 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. Allied Universal recently launched HELIAUS, an advanced artificial intelligence platform, and announced new divisions such as Allied Universal Technology Services, Allied Univ...
Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, with headquarters in Santa Ana, California and Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, announces the acquisition of Midstate Security – a fully integrated electronic security and monitoring systems company based in Wyoming, Michigan. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The addition of Midstate is the first of many steps we are taking to build-out our technology services business following our platform acquisiti...
Allied Universal, a security and facility services company in North America, recently announced the rebrand of Staff Pro to Allied Universal Event Services. Staff Pro was obtained through the company’s acquisition of U.S. Security Associates back in 2018. This new Allied Universal Event Services business is recognised as industry-leading crowd management, event staffing, and consulting company and now has a new logo, tagline, positioning, and web presence. In addition to offering experien...
Allied Universal, a security and facility services company in North America, has acquired Shetler Security Services, a Phoenix, Ariz.-based company offering security solutions on a national level. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “The acquisition of Shetler Security Services aligns perfectly with our long-term strategic plan of adding exceptional security professionals and valuable resources into local markets around the country,” said Steve Jones, CEO of Allied Universal. &ldq...
Trackforce announces the launch of its new Command Center, which removes the need for security companies to have onsite supervisors at each customer site. The Command Center achieves this with its ability to intuitively capture, process, and display essential information from the field required by supervisors to perform their duties on an easy to navigate screen, irrespective of their location. Security workforce management The Trackforce Command Center equips security supervisors stationed a...
Allied Universal, a security and facility services company in North America, recently announced the expanded capabilities to deliver risk mitigation solutions through its new Allied Universal Risk Advisory and Consulting Services division. A provider of integrated security solutions, Allied Universal Risk Advisory and Consulting Services offers four decades of extensive experience of industry-leading professional practitioners with notable backgrounds in corporate security, government and local...
As a security service provider with a rich history in manguarding, Allied Universal is launching a new technology platform to increase productivity and accountability of security officers and to transform guard service operations from an ‘observe and report’ mission to a ‘detect and respond’ function. Mark Mullison, Allied Universal’s Chief Information Officer (CIO), says the new Heliaus platform also uses artificial intelligence (AI) to analyse data, predict outco...
Allied Universal, renowned security and facility services company in North America, has announced the acquisition of Cypress Private Security, LP - a San Francisco-based company offering comprehensive security services. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Manned guarding “Cypress Private Security is a company that we have long admired and always wanted to partner with,” said Steve Jones, CEO of Allied Universal. “This security company has built a brand and a culture t...
Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, recently hires Morgan Price as senior vice president of recruitment and talent acquisition to lead the company’s recruiting efforts. He is based in the Santa Ana corporate office. With more than 20 years of talent development and human resources experience, Price is an expert in workforce planning, performance management, succession planning and leadership development in the global supply chain management in...
Allied Universal®, a security and facility services company in North America, announces the launch of HELIAUS® – an advanced artificial intelligence platform designed to improve safety and reduce risk by enhancing on-site guarding services. “We developed HELIAUS® to deliver better results for our clients through advanced workflow automation, robust data capture and visualisation, and artificial intelligence that understands not only what’s likely to happen, but wha...
Allied Universal, a security and facility services company in North America, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Securadyne Systems, a security systems integration company based in Dallas, Texas. The deal is expected to close on April 15, 2019. This acquisition will combine a leading U.S. security services company with a world-class technology solutions provider, which will serve as a platform for providing technology-enabled security solutions on a global scale. Terms of the deal were...
Allied Universal, the security services provider in North America with headquarters in Santa Ana, CA and Conshohocken, PA, announces that Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (‘CDPQ’) announces a strategic investment in Allied Universal alongside company management and Warburg Pincus and Wendel, its current financial partners. The transaction values Allied Universal at more than US$7 billion. The investment from CDPQ will support the long-term growth and strate...
Consolidation persisted in the physical security industry in 2018, and big companies such as Motorola, Canon and UTC continued to make moves. Also among the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) news in 2018 was a high-profile bankruptcy (that ended well), continuing consolidation in the integrator market, and the creation of a new entity called “LenelS2.” Here’s a look at the Top 10 M&A stories in 2018: 1. Motorola acquires Avigilon Motorola Solutions announced in Februar...
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