Tag: John Loud
LOUD Security Systems promotes Eric Widner to chief operating officer
January 28, 2026SSN Staff
KENNESAW, Ga.—Security solutions provider LOUD Security Systems has announced the promotion of Eric Widner to chief operating officer.
Widner most recently served as general manager and will now oversee companywide operations during a period of significant growth and transformation for the organization.
The promotion comes at a pivotal moment for LOUD, as the company continues to expand through strategic acquisitions, workforce growth and infrastructure investment, including the development...
Eastern Bank announces LOUD Security Systems as a commercial banking customer
September 19, 2025SSN Staff
BOSTON—Eastern Bank has announced the addition of LOUD Security Systems - a provider of security, fire, access control and video systems for residential, commercial and government customers - as a new commercial banking customer.
Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Kennesaw, Ga., LOUD serves nearly 13,000 customers across Metro Atlanta and 20 states, providing sales, installation, service and monitoring of security systems such as intrusion and fire alarm, access control, video surveillance...
‘Giving their time and support’ - Mission 500 mentor auction to help children in need
September 10, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
ORLANDO, Fla.—The item up for bid at Mission 500’s upcoming silent auction is not really an item in the literal sense – it’s an opportunity to spend invaluable time with some of the security industry’s top leaders.
The industry's non-profit organization is hosting a mentor auction during the Global Women in Security Gala on Sept. 21, at The Westgate Resort in Orlando, Fla., just two days before the start of Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2024.
“It’s...
LOUD Security to focus more on commercial business following Vytis acquisition
July 3, 2024Cory Harris, Editor
YARMOUTH, Maine—A chance first-time meeting in Las Vegas led to John Loud adding not only a new company to his LOUD Security portfolio, but also a respected industry veteran with a focus on the commercial side of the business.
Loud met Mike Sandes, who was serving as CEO of Vytis Security Systems, while standing in a cab line in Las Vegas to head to ISC West in April.
“The ironic part is, Mike and I have just never met throughout all the years I've known...
LOUD Security acquires Vytis Security Systems
June 25, 2024SSN Staff
KENNESAW, Ga.—Security solutions provider LOUD Security Systems Inc. has announced the acquisition of Vytis Security Systems, an Atlanta-based company with a focus on 100% commercial systems.
The acquisition will help solidify LOUD Security as a leading commercial security provider, according to the company.
Like LOUD Security, Vytis provides security solutions to business challenges through video surveillance, access control, fire systems and monitored security. The company services...
ESA Board of Directors approves competency directors, officer positions
June 25, 2024SSN Staff
DALLAS—Members of the Electronic Security Association (ESA) recently approved several competency director and officer positions.
After voting for recent director positions concluded on May 24, Chair-elect Kevin Stone recommended two competency directors and requested board approval on June 2. These director positions are selected based on their subject matter expertise and must be an owner, officer, or employee of an ESA member in good standing. Each competency director shall serve...
ESA announces Kevin Stone as chairman elect for 2023-2024
July 27, 2023SSN Staff
DALLAS—The Electronic Security Association (ESA) has announced Kevin Stone, COO and executive vice president of Doyle Security Systems in Rochester, N.Y., as the association’s chairman elect for 2023-2024.
As the association’s current chairman, John Loud, finishes his term, Stone will serve as chairman elect from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.
“The future of a thriving ESA depends on a leader who can help drive excellence and embrace our members to have...
Security Connected
June 7, 2023Cory Harris, Editor
When I arrived in Louisville this week for ESX 2023, one of the first things I noticed while walking to the registration area was a big display with balloons and neon lights celebrating 75 years of the Electronic Security Association (ESA).
I said to myself, “Wow, that is quite an accomplishment.” 75 years of ESA serving as the largest trade association in the U.S. representing the electronic life safety and security industry.
I’m not exactly going out on a limb to say that...
Kirk MacDowell wins Sara E. Jackson Award at ESX 2023
June 6, 2023Cory Harris, Editor
LOUISVILLE, Ky.—Industry veteran Kirk MacDowell was recognized for his more than 40 years of contributions to the security industry by winning the Sara E. Jackson Award during Electronic Security Expo (ESX) 2023.
Named for Electronic Security Association’s (ESA’s) former president, the Sara E. Jackson Award recognizes an ESA member's work on an association committee, task force or board. ESA Chairman John Loud presented MacDowell with the award during the opening keynote...
FAST adds John Nemerofsky to its Board of Directors
March 16, 2023SSN Staff
DALLAS—The Foundation for Advancing Security Talent (FAST) has appointed John Nemerofsky as the newest member of its Board of Directors.
Nemerofsky is the current chief operating officer at SAGE Integration and former president of both Stanley Security Systems (SST) and CGL Technologies. He has extensive experience in various roles within the security industry. During his time with SST, Nemerofsky spearheaded a variety of turnaround initiatives, company changes, and significant...