Tag: Security 101
Security 101 appoints Ken Poole as chief revenue officer
December 6, 2023SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101 has announced the appointment of veteran sales strategist Ken Poole as the company's new chief revenue officer.
Poole, a seasoned executive with over two decades of sales and leadership experience, will report directly to CEO Greg Daly and oversee all aspects of sales and marketing within the company.
"We are excited to welcome Ken to the Security 101 family,” Daly said. “His impressive track record in driving...
Security 101’s Steve Crespo to transition away from CEO position
April 24, 2023SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.— Security 101 has announced that Steve Crespo will transition away from his position as CEO of the company. He will be succeeded by Greg Daly, an experienced sales and operations leader who has worked in numerous senior roles in the security industry.
Crespo has led Security 101 to the top ranks of nationally recognized security integration companies by successfully implementing an industry-first franchising model, and has been integral to the development of Security...
Security Solutions Northwest acquired by Security 101
March 6, 2023SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Gemspring Capital portfolio company Security 101, a national full-service commercial security solutions company announced their acquisition of Security Solutions Northwest (SSNW), a regional provider based in Bellingham, WA.
Security 101 says the acquisition expands their presence in Washington and compliments their existing clientele in education, government, and property management. "Given SSNW's commitment to exceptional customer service and their deep relationships,...
Security 101 adds industry veteran Tim Whall as strategic advisor to the board
August 31, 2022SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101, a national provider of full-service commercial security solutions, has announced the addition of industry veteran Tim Whall as a strategic board advisor.
Whall brings decades of experience to Security 101, and his distinct style of teaching leaders has delivered award-winning transformative results across the industry. According to the company, he determines the behaviors required to achieve operational excellence and improve the customer experience, as...
Security 101 partners with major investment group to accelerate growth
January 7, 2022Cory Harris, Editor
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101, a national commercial electronic security integration company, announced it has partnered with the investment team at Gemspring Capital for the purposes of accelerated growth in the security industry.
Security 101 is a leading provider of commercial security system solutions and differentiates itself from its competitors through an industry-first franchising business model. The company has more than 50 locations in the continental U.S. and is now poised...
Michael Walton named president for Security Franchisors LLC and Security 101
March 24, 2021SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101 announced that Michael Walton has been promoted to the role of President for Security Franchisors, LLC and Security 101, effective immediately.
In his new position, Walton will oversee all franchising operations and corporate department managers will report directly to him. Walton will continue to report to Security 101 founder and Chief Executive Officer Steven Crespo.
In his prior role as Chief Operations Officer, Walton provided operational expertise...
Security 101 announces the 9th Annual Gift of Security program
November 16, 2020SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101 has announced that 20 office locations across the U.S. will participate in the 9th Annual Gift of Security corporate giving program.
Each participating office will award a custom installation of a video surveillance system using best-in-class security products from national strategic partners Axis Communications and WESCO Distribution. Each installation is valued at a grand prize total of $10,000 — making a total program value of $200,000.
The...
Security 101 opens offices in multiple locations
April 30, 2019SSN Staff
NEW YORK and INDIANAPOLIS—Security 101, a fast-growing electronic security integrator, has opened new franchise offices in multiple locations across the United States. Two offices opened in New York—one in Long Island and the other in Lower Hudson Valley—both of which join the Metro office. The other office opened in Indiana to serve Indianapolis and the surrounding area.The Long Island office is owned by Steve Markowitz, an experienced executive with a demonstrated history of working...
Security 101 Announces Gift of Security Winners
January 23, 2019SSN Staff
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101, a national security systems integrator, announced 13 winning non-profit organizations (see list below) in the 7th Annual Gift of Security. More than 32,825 online voters selected the winners, each of which will receive $10,000 worth of integrated security services and equipment from 13 participating Security 101 offices and product partners, Axis Communications and WESCO.
Each office enlisted local public officials and civic leaders to nominate three non-profit...
SSN marks 10 years of celebrating Women in Security
November 27, 2018Spencer Ives
YARMOUTH, Maine—For the 10th consecutive year, Security Systems News has the honor of featuring several outstanding Women in Security, each of whom has stood out in her company and within the industry. This year's profiles include women from different areas of the business, including commercial integrators, manufacturers and monitoring centers.
“Security Systems News' Women in Security features in our recent December issue are devoted to highlighting the achievements of leading...