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August 12, 2023 In May 2023, a team of more than 50 Allied Universal professionals participated in the 2023 Special Olympics Chicago Softball Intramural Culminating Event. The Allied Midwest teams’ participation in the event is part of their larger initiative, Project THERE, which aims to give back to the community through acts of …
August 13, 2023 In June 2023, approximately 30 North Texas Allied Universal team members participated in an impactful volunteer event with Feed My Starving Children Texas. During the two-hour event, the team packaged more than 15,000 individual dry meals -- equivalent to feeding 42 children for an entire year. The team's dedication to making a difference in their community is applauded and their first event was a testament to their commitment to giving …
August 14, 2023 Security Professional Timothy was honored by a client in Colorado for his quick thinking, diligence and attention to detail. Despite severe weather, Security Professional Timothy went above and beyond to complete his patrol. Regardless of heavy rain, he observed an area with an unusual amount of excess water and discovered malfunctioning equipment that could have resulted in disastrous consequences for the client's property. Through his prompt communication and swift action, he prevented …
August 15, 2023 Handler Jesikah and her canine partner, Justin, are part of MSA's nationwide Explosive Detection Canine Teams. Jesikah, a former military police officer, was chosen for specialized canine training, developing a passion for dog work. Transitioning to MSA Security, they now screen cargo under the U.S. Transportation Security Administration's Third-Party Canine Program, contributing crucial security maintenance with canine screening's speed advantage. Despite their busy days, Justin's work …
August 16, 2023 Ohio branch team members volunteered for the Near Northside Emergency Material Assistance Program (NNEMAP) food pantry. The team helped set up a food pantry’s fundraising event and more than 30 branch employees collected and delivered non-perishable food items and hygiene products to the NNEMAP food bank. Project THERE allows team members to get involved and positively impact their …
August 17, 2023 In August 2023, Security Professional Jackie received a phone call from an employee at the warehouse where she provides security. The employee indicated she felt ill and thought she might pass out in the restroom. Security Professional Jackie and Security Professional Tracy arrived at the restroom and found the employee vomiting with erratic breathing. When the victim lost consciousness, the security professionals immediately called 911. While Security Professional Jackie remained on the …
August 17, 2023 On a morning in September 2023, Security Professional Chris was patrolling a corporate parking garage in Texas when he noticed smoke and flames coming from an occupied vehicle belonging to one of the building's employees. He alerted the employee to the fire; however, in her state of shock, she did not immediately exit the burning vehicle. Instead, she attempted to remove items from it. Security Professional Chris guided her out of her car and away from the fire. After dialing 911, he …
September 10, 2023 Allied Universal Security Professional Christian LaCour has been posthumously awarded the 2023 Ralph Day Memorial Security Officer Heroism Award for his heroism during the mass shooting event at the Allen Premium Outlets in May 2023. He lost his life after escorting one patron to safety and returning to aid others. “Christian moved in danger’s direction to protect others – the definition of a hero. His heroic efforts helped save lives, and that will never be forgotten. I and the entire …
June 11, 2023 Credited to his exceptional commitment to establishing a secure environment, Security Professional Mark was honored as Employee of the Year at the school he protects in Florida. The school marked his recognition by displaying his name on a sign in front of campus and he was recognized with the Phenomenal Employee Award by Allied Universal. Demonstrating reliability, care and safety daily, he serves as a "Guardian" at the school, which caters to students with autism spectrum disorders or …
June 11, 2023 Security Professionals Matthew and Jeff responded to an urgent call for help from their coworker in the parking lot of a client site in New York amid a lake-effect snowstorm that buried western New York in more than 80 inches of snow in four days. Security Professionals Matthew and Jeff rushed to the scene when emergency response services had come to a halt due to the storm. They found the car engulfed in flames with their coworker lying in the snow next to the vehicle, they were able to pull …
