Security 101 acquires Salt Lake City-based Ford Industries

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—Security 101, a national provider of integrated security solutions, has acquired Ford Industries, Inc., its Salt Lake City, Utah-based franchise operation, further expanding the company’s footprint in the western United States and reinforcing its long-term growth strategy.

Ford Industries has built a strong reputation in the Utah market for delivering highly technical security solutions with precision, professionalism, and a strong commitment to customer service. The acquisition adds an experienced team with deep project capabilities, a solid cultural fit, and valuable federal government customer relationships to the broader Security 101 organization.

A strategic step forward in the west

The addition of Salt Lake City marks another important milestone in Security 101’s continued expansion across key U.S. markets. The Utah region presents meaningful opportunity for growth, both as a strong and evolving commercial market in its own right and as an important location for national account customers with operations in the area.

“Expanding in Salt Lake City is a meaningful next step in our westward growth strategy,” said Greg Daly, CEO of Security 101. “Ford Industries has built a highly capable team with a strong reputation for technical execution, attention to detail, and customer commitment. Just as important, they are an excellent cultural fit for our organization. We continue to believe that bringing strong franchise partners into the corporate organization is a powerful expression of confidence in where we are headed as a company. It reflects the strength of the broader platform we are building and our continued commitment to growing with people who believe in the mission, the model, and the future of Security 101.”

Technical strength and market opportunity

Ford Industries brings to Security 101 a highly skilled team with a proven track record of executing complex, mission-critical projects, along with an established customer base that includes federal government and other high-security environments. This addition enhances Security 101’s technical depth and capabilities across advanced system design, integration, and long-term service.

The acquisition strengthens Security 101’s strategic position in the Mountain West region, expands its ability to support national customers, and positions the company to capitalize on growing demand driven by commercial expansion, infrastructure investment, and evolving security requirements.

A longstanding leader joins the next chapter

Nancy Ford, founder and co-owner of Ford Industries, has built the company into a trusted provider of high-quality security solutions through a focus on technology, operational excellence, and customer partnerships.

“As a franchisee, we’ve grown with the strength, credibility, and support of the Security 101 brand, and this transition is a natural next step for our team,” said Ford. “We are incredibly proud of what we’ve built and deeply grateful to the employees, partners, and customers who have been part of that journey. Joining the corporate organization allows us to continue doing what we love while becoming part of something bigger. We’re excited for what’s ahead and confident this next chapter will deliver even greater value for our team and the customers we serve.”

Continuing a disciplined growth strategy

Security 101 has continued to grow through a disciplined combination of strategic acquisitions, market expansion, and investment in teams that strengthen the company’s capabilities and culture. The acquisition of Ford Industries reflects that ongoing approach, adding an established operation in a valuable western market while reinforcing the company’s ability to serve customers at both the local and national level.