Tag: Allied Universal
Allied Universal hires former Chiefs security executive for event services leadership role
October 2, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal has appointed Josh Ball as vice president of field operations, quality control and special events for its Allied Universal Event Services business unit.
In the newly created leadership role, Ball will oversee operational quality assurance efforts, including event quality control inspections, internal audits and third-party audits. He will also lead special events operations and help expand Allied Universal’s event consulting and event risk intelligence...
Netwatch taps Kris Slimmer to lead sales growth
October 1, 2026SSN Staff
LAKE FOREST, Calif.—Netwatch has named Kris Slimmer senior vice president of sales, tasking the security industry veteran with leading the company’s North American sales organization as it looks to expand adoption of its AI-enabled proactive video monitoring services.
Slimmer brings nearly 30 years of experience in sales, business development and operations within the security industry. He joins Netwatch after serving as division vice president at Admiral Security Services, where he...
Allied Universal marks National Security Officer Appreciation Week
September 21, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal is recognizing security professionals nationwide during National Security Officer Appreciation Week, taking place Sept. 21-27.
The company said the annual observance is intended to recognize the contributions of security officers and increase awareness of career opportunities within the security industry.
"Security professionals deserve our appreciation for the skill, professionalism and commitment they bring to their work every day," said...
Allied Universal names Charles Orgbon Jr. vice president of corporate security
September 14, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal has appointed Charles Orgbon Jr. as vice president of corporate security, where he will support the company's sales and growth initiatives by leveraging his law enforcement experience, industry expertise and professional relationships to strengthen client engagement.
Orgbon joins Allied Universal following a distinguished career with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), where he served in several national security, intelligence and private-sector...
Allied Universal taps Paul Masto to expand Enhanced Protection Services
September 11, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal has appointed Paul E. Masto as vice president of business development for its Enhanced Protection Services business unit, bringing aboard a veteran security professional whose career spans presidential protection, large-scale event security and private-sector consulting.
Masto joins the company following a 25-year career with the U.S. Secret Service, where he served on both the Presidential Protective Division and Vice Presidential Protective...
In brief: Pye-Barker acquisition, DSI recognition, NASCAR partnership
September 9, 2026SSN Staff
ATLANTA – Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Suppression Systems, adding to its recent expansion in the region and enhancing its integrated fire protection services.
Suppression Systems, established in 1976, has offices in Tacoma, Wash., and Portland, Ore. Its team distributes, designs, engineers and installs fire alarm, detection and suppression systems for customers throughout the Pacific Northwest.
"There is no better way to build on our 50-year history of protecting...
Allied Universal’s CSO to be honored
September 3, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif. – Allied Universal has announced that its chief security officer, retired U.S. Army Major General William J. Walker, will be honored by the Federal Enforcement Homeland Security Foundation (FEHSF) at the 2026 Ridge Awards Gala for his distinguished career in military, law enforcement and national security leadership. “General Walker is a respected member of Allied Universal’s leadership team whose experience, judgment and commitment to service strengthen our organization...
Allied Universal CEO raises record $3.2 million for human trafficking victims
August 28, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal Global Chairman and CEO Steve Jones and his wife, Stacy Jones, have raised a record-setting more than $3.2 million for Vera’s Sanctuary, a licensed residential drug treatment facility that serves young women recovering from human trafficking.
The funds were generated through the couple’s annual Hot Summer Nights fundraiser, held in August and attended this year by more than 700 guests and supported by nearly 100 sponsors.
According...
Allied Universal names Jordan Avnaim global chief information security officer
August 20, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal has appointed Jordan Avnaim as global chief information security officer.
In the role, Avnaim will be responsible for the company's global cybersecurity strategy and operations, leading the development and implementation of a risk-based cybersecurity program designed to protect Allied Universal's employees, systems, data and technology platforms from evolving cyber threats.
Avnaim will report to Loretta Cecil, global general...
Allied Universal named to TIME's list of best private companies
August 13, 2026SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif.—Allied Universal has been named to TIME magazine’s inaugural list of America’s Best Private Companies 2026, the security and facility services provider announced.
The company ranked No. 72 among 500 privately held companies recognized nationwide. TIME’s ranking evaluates companies based on employee satisfaction and overall company impact.
“Being recognized by TIME is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the extraordinary people who make...