Regional Ownership

• Whelan Security
  Founded in 1949 as a simple patrol company along the St. Louis riverfront, Whelan Security has enjoyed a rich heritage of service excellence rivaled by few in the contract security industry. While other security companies have merged, consolidated, downsized, or sold, Whelan Security is still owned by the same family and guided by the same business principles more than a half of century after its inception. Whelan ranks as the largest regional security company in the Midwest and Central United States and offers coast to coast (national) capabilities as an original founding member of TransNational Security Group. Highlighted by their industry leading, quality assurance performance measurement tool, The Truth Report, as well as their Warranty and Heritage service delivery programs, Whelan provides some of the boldest and most innovative programs available in the contract security field. Instead of having to rely on the empty sales claim of great service programs, Whelan provides real quality assurance and true peace of mind. Whelan offers “The Value of Performance.”

• Security Forces, Inc. (SFI)
  Security Forces, Inc. (SFI) is one of the most respected and progressive suppliers of professional security personnel and security technology systems in the United States. Since 1949, SFI has successfully operated as a privately-held, American-owned company, and has grown to be one of the largest providers of total security solutions in the southeastern and mid-Atlantic United States. Their ability to deliver cost-effective solutions to their clients through bench marking proven best practices and providing an integration of people and technology has earned SFI a solid reputation as a quality service provider. SFI’s consultative approach sets them apart from the competition; SFI takes the time to understand client’s needs, supporting and partnering with them to provide both superior services and technology. SFI strategically positions experienced managers with local market knowledge close to all customers, strength unparalleled in the security industry.

• Apollo Security, Inc.
  Founded in 1990, Apollo Security is one of the fastest growing security services firms in the Northeast United States. Apollo takes pride in the fact that it is a privately-owned, American company, owned and managed by security professionals who live locally, unlike many security companies that are owned by large foreign corporations or investment groups. Apollo is a dynamic company which has achieved a reputation for providing innovative, high quality services. With one of the most experienced management teams in its industry, Apollo has demonstrated that it can develop and implement solutions in a variety of challenging environments and meet specific client requirements which have gone unmet in the past. Apollo’s approach, business philosophy, attitude, and management team's experience are what sets them apart.

• Universal Protection Service
  Founded in 1965, Universal Protection Service provides unmatched service and security solutions by creating and cultivating partnerships with security professionals and clients. Universal has combined an innovative mix of tradition with cutting edge systems and technology to keep pace with the ever-evolving needs of today’s business environments. Universal is not focused on cutting programs or services or stifled by corporate bureaucracy. Universal’s sole mission is to provide clients with the best possible security solutions, personalized service and unmatched value. Unlike the competition, Universal has grown the old fashion way - through client retention, referral and superior service. As a result, Universal ranks among the top Ten Security Companies in the United States in terms of revenue, and is recognized as the premier service provider in every market that they serve.