U.S. Security Associates Acquires McRoberts Protective Agency
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) March 14, 2016 -- U.S. Security Associates (USA) announced the acquisition of McRoberts Protective Agency, Inc., the oldest security firm in America and a venerable brand synonymous with quality and innovation. The acquisition brings state-of-the-industry capability to McRoberts’ valued clients and adds expertise in certain specialized vertical niches to the USA portfolio.
Richard Wyckoff, President and CEO of U.S. Security Associates commented. “We are excited to bring McRoberts Protective Agency into the fold. McRoberts has a core competency in superior customer service and forming partnerships with their clients to deliver customized security solutions. This acquisition supports our strategy for growth and strengthens our presence in multiple strategic markets.”
“McRoberts is renown in the industry for their maritime knowledge and industry advancements. This provides a great national opportunity for our company to further augment in-house maritime capabilities,” stated Alton Harvey, Senior Vice President of National Accounts of U.S. Security Associates. “Our comprehensive training academy already includes a rigorous training and certification program to ensure our security officers meet the federal and international requirements set forth by the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) code.”
Meredith McRoberts, fourth-generation CEO and majority shareholder of McRoberts, said, “U.S. Security Associates (USA) is clearly the best security company in the industry today and we are thrilled to be able to offer our external and internal clients USA’s capabilities and opportunities. McRoberts has always been committed to delivering maximum value to our stakeholders and this move is consistent with that commitment.”
ABOUT U.S. SECURITY ASSOCIATES
U.S. Security Associates (USA) is North America’s security solutions leader, with locally-responsive offices providing premier national security services and global consulting and investigations. The company provides career paths for over 50,000 security professionals serving several thousand clients and a range of industries. Innovative applications of leading-edge, proprietary technology enable USA to rank annually among the world’s best training companies, sustain the highest standards of quality, and underscore world-class customer service with unparalleled accountability. USA’s rise as one of today’s largest security companies is a natural byproduct of these differentiators together with a commitment to investing in employee reward and development, giving back to local communities and relentlessly striving to be a security company that is Safe.Secure.Friendly.®. For more information, visit http://www.ussecurityassociates.com.
Natalie Fischer, U.S. Security Associates, http://www.ussecurityassociates.com/, +1 (800) 705-0999, [email protected]
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