Global Security Associates Announces the Appointment of Peter D. Harlick to Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Harlick brings a publishing background, security expertise and emergency response & first responder experience to the new position.
Garden City, New York (PRWEB) November 17, 2008 -- Global Security Associates LLC announces the appointment of Peter D. Harlick to Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Harlick will be responsible for the overall sales growth through new business development from the company's core vertical markets: Aviation Security, Uniformed Guard Division, Government, Special Operations and Corporate Events.
Having been an active member of the security industry since 2002, Global Security Associates will benefit from Mr. Harlick's vast industry knowledge and relationships as the company looks to expand and partner with firms ancillary to its core service areas. "As our commitment to our customers continues to grow and expand; Peter's knowledge and understanding of sales and marketing will help to communicate our corporate message to existing and potential customers worldwide," states William McGuire, President and CEO of GSA, adding, "Peter has been vital to our company's growth during times when additional leadership for multiple emergency response projects was vital. He has provided additional strategic guidance and consulting on various projects in the past involving executive, dignitary and celebrity protection details. Most recently Peter offered his services during GSA's response to the needs of clients in the Gulf Region following Hurricanes Katrina and Gustav."
According to William McGuire, "Peter has a keen understanding of our business operations from a hands-on perspective performing special operations to communicating our global message." Based at Global Security Associates' new Charlotte, North Carolina regional office, Harlick will be in charge of building the sales team, creating and implementing print and online media strategies, trade show planning, website development and corporate branding.
The newest location allows GSA to better serve the Southeast and Middle Atlantic regions with the ability to deploy teams within a 12 to 24 hour window to any location that needs staffing ahead of a natural disaster. Global Security Associates' aviation footprint continues to grow in the Miami and Southeast markets, the newest location will provide enhanced service to the area.
About Peter D. Harlick:
Peter D. Harlick is the former publisher of Security Dealer & Integrator Magazine, published by Cygnus Business Media, Melville, New York. In addition to overseeing the sales and editorial of its leading security magazine, Harlick was responsible for the publication of the company's annual industry supplements including Security Technician, Fire & Life Safety, Central Stations, Distributor Directory, Video & IP Video and Access Control. He was also instrumental in maintaining outside publishing projects including the annual exposition directory for ADI, a major distributor of security products.
Harlick is currently an Associate Member Representative to the Board of Directors for the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), and currently sits on the marketing committee for the Central Station Alarm Association (CSAA). In addition to his industry affiliations, Harlick is a certified fire fighter in the states of New York and North Carolina and is an active speaker at industry events using his experience to cover topics such as best practices in emergency, pandemic and security preparedness.
About Global Security Associates:
Global Security Associates, LLC, (GSA) is recognized as a leading emergency response provider, aviation and executive protection security firm. The company provides security reviews and personnel to companies and it's executives throughout the world. Most notably known for its work with national and international airlines, with 15 locations in the US and 10 international offices; companies depend on Global for providing daily security operations, on-going security design protocols, updates and training. GSA has also been a major security supplier to government agencies, Fortune 500 companies and international clients at locations in Europe, the Caribbean, North & Central Africa, South Africa, South America, Mexico, Asia and the Middle East including Saudi Arabia, Lebanon and Jordan.
Global Security Associates are a strategic partner with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) as well as an active member of the American Society of Industrial Security (ASIS), the National Cargo Security Council (NCSC), and the International Association for Counter-terrorism & Security Professionals.
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