Allied Universal Acquires Landmark Event Staffing Services
Allied Universal announced the acquisition of Landmark Event Staffing Services, a comprehensive event security and guest services company supporting a wide range of venue and event clients nationally. In 2022, Allied Universal announced 13 acquisitions – eight in North America and five internationally.
Allied Universal Announces Global Agreement with Shell to Accelerate Transition to Sustainable Solutions
Allied Universal and its international business, G4S, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shell to accelerate the transition to sustainable solutions for customers and employees through a global collaboration in sustainability and security. This collaboration enhances the companies? long-standing business relationship and has already delivered results in the mobility sector.
Arctic Wolf Launches Arctic Wolf Labs to Advance Security Operations Research and Intelligence Reporting
Arctic Wolf announced the launch of Arctic Wolf Labs, a new research-focused division focused on advancing innovation in the field of security operations. Security and IT teams are consistently under-resourced and overburdened, unable to keep up with the thousands of alerts they receive each day, let alone find the time or proper resources to conduct their own threat research or develop new detection techniques needed to outpace today?s well-resourced threat actors.
Allied Universal Appoints Dan Marston to Lead and Expand Allied Universal Technology Services in Canada
Allied Universal? announces the appointment of Dan Marston as Regional Vice President, Allied Universal Technology Services Canada; further solidifying its place in market as a leading technology security services partner. Allied Universal acquired G4S last year creating the leader in global security services. Prior to joining Allied Universal, Dan Marston served as Regional Sales Director at Telus where he developed a high performing sales team across Eastern Canada.
Allied Universal Appoints Darren Pedersen to Lead and Expand Canadian Operations
Allied Universal announces the appointment of Darren Pedersen as President, Allied Universal Canada with the expansion of security services in Canada under the Allied Universal brand. Allied Universal acquired G4S Secure Solutions Ltd. last year creating the leader in global security services. Darren Pedersen joined G4S Cash Solutions in 1997 starting as Operations Supervisor and worked his way up to General Manager for Mississauga/Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Allied Universal Becomes a Global Leader in Electronic Monitoring Through Attenti Acquisition
Allied Universal continues its strategic growth with the acquisition of Attenti Group. Allied Universal will integrate Attenti Group with G4S Monitoring Technologies, to create Allied Universal Electronic Monitoring Services. The combined business has pro-forma 2021 revenues over $150m with operations in more than 35 countries, and will establish Allied Universal Electronic Monitoring Services as a global market leader in electronic monitoring solutions.
Paravision Names Kurt Takahashi to Board of Directors
Paravision announced the appointment of Kurt Takahashi to its corporate board of directors. Kurt brings over 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, and leadership in the security industry. Currently CEO of Netwatch Group, Kurt has held senior executive positions at market-leading companies including Pelco (acquired by Motorola Solutions), AMAG (part of G4S), and Quantum Secure (acquired by HID Global), and has led multiple major acquisitions to strategic investors.
Allied Universal Hires Chief Merger & Acquisition Officer
Allied Universal recently appointed Mike Beregovsky as Chief Merger & Acquisition Officer and Co-Head of Strategy & Investor Relations. Danette Perkins has been promoted to President of Mergers & Acquisitions for North America. Beregovsky will be responsible for working with the company’s executive leadership team to develop and execute the strategic direction for the organization to continue driving strong, consistent and profitable growth.
Tim Brandt as New Global CFO at Allied Universal
Allied Universal hired Tim Brandt as the company?s Global CFO. Brandt will lead the financial operations of the company, and will focus on the upcoming acquisition and integration of G4S, and the eventual IPO of the newly consolidated company. Prior to joining Allied Universal, Brandt worked for 30 years with Deloitte and was the Managing Partner of the Orange County practice for the last four years of his career.
UNI Global Union Statement on
The following statement can be attributed to Christy Hoffman General Secretary of UNI Global Union: We hope that the new ownership continues and improves upon the long standing relationship between G4S and UNI Global Union,? said Christy Hoffman General Secretary of UNI Global Union. ?We?ve worked together since 2009 to navigate the challenges of decent work in this industry.”
PSA Names Matt Barnette as Chief Executive Officer upon Retirement of Bill Bozeman
PSA announced the appointment of Matt Barnette as its next Chief Executive Officer; PSA?s current CEO, Bill Bozeman, plans to retire from the organization in 2021. Barnette most recently served as Vice President of Physical Access Control Solutions North America Business Unit for HID Global and previously held the role of President at Mercury Security. Barnette is a seasoned veteran in the physical security industry with over 30 years of experience in management and executive roles.
Leading Security Guard Companies Looking To Buy Each Other
UK’s G4S, U.S.’s Allied Universal, and Canada’s GardaWorld are all in negotiations to buy one another. In the estimated US$244-billion global human security guard market, Allied Universal’s approximate US$4-billion acquisition of G4S is being rejected as “inadequate.” Allied Universal on Oct. 28 tabled a ?highly conditional indicative offer? of at least 210 pence per share, subject to due diligence.
Security & Safety Things Announces Winners of App Challenge
Security and Safety Things GmbH announced the three winners of its App Challenge, a contest designed to promote the development of innovative applications for smart cameras in the retail, manufacturing and transportation sectors. The winning apps provided solutions to help these vertical markets overcome new challenges as a result of COVID-19 conditions. This application provides a way for retailers to discern customer satisfaction through the use of hand gestures and facial expression emojis.
Thousands of Security Job Openings in Response to COVID-19
G4S announces it is looking to hire more than 15,000 new team members across the U.S. over the next two months. With the COVID-19 pandemic causing extensive business disruption and change in a variety of sectors, this has led to an increased demand for security personnel across the country. Security officer and site supervisor positions span a variety of industries such as healthcare, government, finance, technology, commercial and private properties.
Global Launch of Milestone XProtect VMS with SelectaDNA Forensic Criminal Tagging System
XProtect VMS integration with the SelectaDNA forensic Criminal Tagging System will enhance crime-fighting outcomes of video surveillance systems. The unique, cutting-edge integration combines the functionality of verifiable video date/time stamps and video footage with forensic tagging technology to enhance criminal investigations and ultimately significantly reduce crime ? with a focus on burglary, robbery, theft and unauthorized access.
First Forensic Security System Installed in Florida
CSI Protect announced that the first forensic Criminal Tagging System, from SelectaDNA, in all of Florida has been installed at Raptis Rare Books on Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, Fla. The system was installed by CSI Palm Beach, a Certified Dealer for CSI Protect. The high-tech crime-fighting technology utilizes forensic marking to stealthily tag criminals with an invisible forensic mist. The solution remains on a criminal?s skin and clothing for weeks to months.
Magos Systems Expands Into North American Market
Magos Systems announced that it is expanding into the North American market with veteran security executive, Yaron Zussman as general manager. Founded in 2007 in Israel, Magos first specialized in advanced radar solutions for the military and defence markets. In 2015, Magos? technology was declassified, allowing the company to focus on developing best-in-class systems for the commercial security market.
OnSSI?s National Accounts Program Continues To Provide Partners With Support And Rewarding Incentives
OnSSI announced an enhanced partner initiative for their National Accounts Program that will deliver benefits and incentives to valued channel partners. The company also recently announced the appointment of David Barber as the new National Account Manager, who together with this program, will support OnSSI?s partners. OnSSI?s enhanced program rewards reseller partners, like Convergint Technologies. Partners enrolled in the company?s program realize exceptional profit margins, and benefit from a strong product offering, comprehensive technical and sales support, and free licenses for completion of Ocularis training.
Viakoo Automated System And Data Verification Solution Creates New RMR Opportunities for Integrators
Viakoo?s unique Automated System and Data Verification Solution is creating new and profitable Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR) opportunities for leading physical security integrators. Stanley Security, Siemens and G4S are amongst the list of integration giants expanding their RMR streams with Viakoo?s award-winning and patented solution, which now has logged over 100 million hours of service.
Tom Barnes Now In Charge Of Boon Edam?s Entire Canadian Market
Due to Boon Edam?s fast-paced growth and vision for the future, the company must continuously align resources to meet customer needs in today?s dynamic market. To this end, Boon Edam has changed its sales structure in 2017 to allow sales teams to focus on either Security or Architectural product lines. Tom Barnes has been appointed the new Business Development Manager for the entire Canadian market. Tom and his family make their home right outside of Toronto in Oakville Ontario, and he has been active in Eastern Canada since joining Boon Edam in July of 2016.