Effective September 2, 2025, PalAmerican Security has acquired Patrol Protect Secure (PPS) to grow their footprint significantly throughout the Midwest. PPS has operations in 24 states with 14 offices and 3,400 employees. They have an impressive service offering that includes armed and unarmed contract security, executive protection, vehicle patrols and security consulting services. The company has nurtured the growth and development of 6 brands within its portfolio.
Through this acquisition, PalAmerican strengthens its presence in the Midwest, as well as adding to existing operations in key states and is now home to these unique brands: Seattle’s Finest – Security and Traffic Control, SSA – Armed Patrol and Response, ISA – Internal Security Associates, JBM Patrol and Protection, Genric Global Security Services and American Heritage Protective Services.
“This transaction is significant for everyone involved,” says Ashley Cooper, CEO, PalAmerican Security; “PPS’ entire workforce has joined our team and the synergies between the two companies will be prove to be beneficial to clients and team members alike.”
PalAmerican has deep roots, engaged team members and coast-to-coast operations. Since inception, the company has put clients at the center of their operations and focused on strategic hiring practices and vertical specific training programs. They employ state-of-the-art technology, have advanced monitoring operations centers and demonstrate a passion for service excellence, and these are key elements in their successful approach to winning in the marketplace. PalAmerican is known for their ability to deliver unmatched customer service, responsiveness and the sound deployment of high-quality Security Officers.
“We couldn’t be more excited about PPS joining forces with PalAmerican,” says Joe Campanella, President and Chief Executive Officer, PPS; “Our complementary strengths offer considerable opportunities across the continental US. On the horizon for PPS’ clients are cutting-edge solutions and resources that will enhance security officer performance, provide deeper vertical expertise, and leverage technology to protect clients like few others can.”
PalAmerican has coast-to-coast operations throughout North America and deliver services through 90+ offices and a workforce that is over 30,000 people strong.
“We are so excited to have the PPS team join the PalAmerican Family – we have a successful track-record of welcoming new team members as we take an inclusive and collaborative approach to integration,” says Jason Begin, President, PalAmerican Security; “this provides strength to all stakeholders involved – clients and team members alike.”
PalAmerican is licensed to operate in 41 states and has a team of highly trained security professions from varied backgrounds including law enforcement, military and private security, as well as home-grown talent. With their broad geographic reach and comprehensive offerings, the team is poised to be the provider of choice for security in the United States.
About PalAmerican Security
PalAmerican Security is revolutionizing security to create a safer America. For nearly 50 years, the forward-thinking team has set new standards by continuously developing the most responsive and proactive security programs in the industry with a strong emphasis on quality and professionalism. The company's culture revolves around championing its employees and professionalizing the industry through its extensive training, empathy-led security model, promotion from within philosophy, and fostering a CARE Culture.
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