Allied Universal Acquires Philadelphia-Based Covenant Security Services

Allied Universal, Triple Recipient of 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards, has announced acquisition of Covenant Security Services, Ltd., a Philadelphia-based security firm, which is a division of Covenant Services Worldwide.

“Adding such a well-established company like Covenant Security to our organization fulfills one of our strategic goals,” said Steve Jones, Allied Universal CEO.

“Covenant Security is a demonstrated leader in several vertical markets and has great leadership. That combination made it a perfect fit for our long-term expansion plans.”

“The additional resources and services we will now have in several vertical markets is paramount to why we completed this deal. We are excited about combining the Covenant team with the Allied Universal family and the future success it will bring.”

“We are excited about combining the Covenant team with the Allied Universal family and the future success it will bring.”

Covenant Security adds vertical segments to Allied Universal’s clientele base, such as commercial real estate, defense and aerospace, and manufacturing and utilities.

The largest of the segments is chemical and petrochemical, in which Covenant has been a leading regional provider of guarding services since 1992.

“Pairing Covenant with Allied Universal is a natural move for both organizations,” said Gregory Iannuzzi, President of Covenant Security Services.

“Combining Covenant’s client-driven approach and award-winning safety culture with AU’s scale and technological sophistication is a win-win for everyone.”

“This partnership presents an opportunity for Covenant’s clients to continue to receive high levels of customer service while at the same time gain access to a vast network, notable innovations, technology, and reputable management team,” Iannuzzi continued.

With 1,900 employees and a presence throughout the U.S., Covenant represents $80 million in annual revenue, with a cross section of major national clients and government accounts.

Allied Universal, a leading facility services company and the largest security force in North America with over 150,000 employees, provides unparalleled security services and solutions.

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With headquarters in Santa Ana, California, and Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, Allied Universal combines people and technology to deliver evolving, tailored solutions that allow our clients to focus on their core business.

• State of Tennessee & Allied Universal

  • Platinum ‘ASTORS’ Award Winner
  • Best State Government Security Program

American Security Today’s 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Awards Presentation Luncheon at ISC East was an overwhelming success, with distinguished guests from National, State and Local Governments, and Industry Leading Corporate Executives from companies allied to Government.

Over 100 professionals gathered from across North America and the Middle East to be honored from disciplines across the Security Industry in their respective fields which included:

• The Department of Homeland Security
• The Department of Justice
• The Security Exchange Commission
• State and Municipal Law Enforcement Agencies, and
• Leaders in Private Security

Recognized for their Innovative Training and Education Programs, Outstanding Product Development Achievements and Exciting New Technologies to address the growing Homeland Security Threats our Nation is facing.

American Security Today was formed after careful reflection of 9/11 and its aftermath when the Department of Homeland Security was established and there was an immediate explosion of new products and solutions for what was perceived as an imminent second attack on primary targets in the United States.

As time moved forward from 9/11 itself and in recent years, the threats to our nation have evolved from a large scale 9/11 type attack to:

• Domestic and International Terrorist Attacks carried out by ‘lone wolves’ and coordinated individuals
• Cybersecurity breach attacks against our government agencies, financial institutions and critical infrastructure facilities
• Unprecedented urban violence
• Cultural shifts and societal media bias, which make it increasingly difficult to secure our nation in this constantly evolving threat environment.

These changes have called for a new generation of security experts in the Homeland Security and Public Safety fields who need real time knowledge of our ever growing threats.

These current circumstances have put forward another rapid expansion of new ideas, products and solutions to combat these ever changing challenges.

These experts include the Government at the Federal, State and Local levels as well as from Private Firms specializing in Physical Security, Port Security, Law Enforcement, First Responders, Military and Private Security responsible for implementing coordinated security measures to ensure our Nation’s Security and improve Public Safety.

Together, each of these entities work together seamlessly on the front lines of protecting our communities, to ‘Keep our Nation Secure, One City at a Time.’

To Learn More about the ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program, see 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winners Honored at ISC East.

Over 100 distinguished guests from National, State and Local Governments, and Industry Leading Corporate Executives from companies allied to Government, gathered from across North America and the Middle East to be honored from disciplines across the Security Industry in their respective fields which included:

• The Department of Homeland Security
• The Department of Justice
• The Security Exchange Commission
• State and Municipal Law Enforcement Agencies
• Leaders in Private Security

To highlight the tremendous accomplishments of agencies and firms who were recognized with this prestigious award in 2017, check out American Security Today’s 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Champions Edition – ‘Year in Review.’

AST focuses on Homeland Security and Public Safety Breaking News, the Newest Initiatives and Hottest Technologies in Physical & IT Security, essential to meeting today’s growing security challenges.

Allied Universal combines people and technology to deliver evolving, tailored solutions that allow their clients to focus on their core business.

Their unrelenting focus on clients’ success creates partnerships rooted in quality and value, is supported by experience gained from being in business for over 60 years.