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Today, as General Manager at Allied Universal, Sid is responsible for New York City business operations overseeing 40,000 hours per week, 50 clients and over 1,000 employees.

As a young woman, Devette Sproaps felt lost and unprepared when it came time to look for a career, but she certainly didn’t lack resourcefulness and a get-it-done attitude. While she wasn’t clear on a profession at that time, Devette knew where to go to gain some direction.

John Burke knew from an early age he would enlist in the military. After all, his dad served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He also had an uncle who served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, and another helped liberate Europe with the U.S. Army during World War II.

Jill Talbot, Vice President, Managing Counsel for Operational Compliance at Allied Universal®, understands that companies are more successful when they embrace diversity and unique perspectives. Open about who she is as a member of the LGBT+ community has led to great professional connections and amazing friendships.

What would I do in an active shooter assault? Am I prepared? What if it happens at work, or in a crowded public space?  Am I less prepared for an event at a place I am less familiar with?

Man’s best friend is a dedicated and lovable companion for so many, but their unique capabilities also make them a powerful asset across many functions. At Enhanced Protection Services, we know the incredible value canines bring to detecting explosives and firearms. With a sense of smell estimated to be at least 10,000 times more sensitive than that of a human, dogs are skillful scent detectives. There are six million olfactory receptors in our human noses. Dogs have a whopping 300 million!

Active shooter incidents in the U.S. are on the rise. Between 2000-2020, there were 373 active shooter incidents in the country.1 According to the FBI, the majority of active shooter events in 2020 occurred in areas of commerce, which are targeted more frequently because they are easily accessible and open to the public.2 As a recent example, on May 14, a tragic shooting at a Tops Friendly Markets store in the Kingsley section of Buffalo, NY, left ten people dead and three others injured.

Public events like concerts and sports games are back in full force and fans are ready. As attendance for events of every kind reach peak levels at venues throughout the globe, it is essential that organizations remain prepared and vigilant against today’s threats.

Enhanced Protection Services, recognizes outstanding team members for exemplary service, leadership and dedication with the Michael O’Neil Commemorative Award for Excellence. This award is named in honor of Enhanced Protection Services’s former President, CEO and Chairman who led the company for more than a decade prior to his passing in 2020. He was a 22-year veteran of the New York City Police Department. We are proud to honor his memory and service during National Police Week and throughout the year.

U.S. Army veteran Paul Burbridge found his niche in the security industry 25 years ago and credits the “can-do” attitude instilled in him by the Army as a major influence on his career success. Allied Universal® thanks Paul for his service to our great nation and, more recently, to our great company!