Press Release
Hollingsworth Joins SGI Protective Services as Chief
Operating Officer
DALLAS, Sept. 26, 2005 -- SYSTEMSgroup, Inc., an operating
business unit of SAFEguard Security Holdings, Inc. (OTC:
SSYH), and a provider of security service personnel and
electronic security systems announced today that Kenneth D.
Hollingsworth, former Property Manager for Cushman &
Wakefield at Bank of America Plaza - Dallas, joins its SGI
Protective Services Division (http://www.sgi-us.com) as
Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Hollingsworth served as
Property Manager at the Bank of America Plaza, Dallas'
tallest high-rise for nine years, where one of his many
duties involved overseeing the security operations at the
72 story icon.
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Michael Lagow, President & CEO of SYSTEMSgroup and Board
Member of SAFEguard stated, "Ken established one of the most
successful security applications for one of the tallest
skyscrapers in the southwestern United States. He integrated
the security hardware, software and personnel to provide a
systematic approach, and created a protective fortress for
one of the nation's largest real estate firms. Ken has been
a client for years and we are thrilled to have him as part
of our senior management team."
Brown Glenn, Chief Executive Officer of SAFEguard Security
Holdings, Inc., the parent company to SYSTEMSgroup,
added, "Ken brings a level of talent to our business model
that is critical. He understands our clients' needs for
securing their real estate assets and incorporating our
converged suite of security services."
"Joining the SGI Protective Services team is a perfect fit.
Our expertise and service philosophies mesh perfectly and we
intend to bring a much-needed fresh new approach to asset
protection and customer service for our clients. I've been
on both the management and guard services side of this
business and I know the quality needed to effectively
accommodate our clients' needs for large real estate
enterprise," says Mr. Hollingsworth.
Prior to his Property Management career, Mr. Hollingsworth
managed the security operations for several of Dallas'
prestigious real estate properties including Renaissance
Tower, Energy Plaza, 8080 N. Central, The Plaza at Las
Colinas and Valley View Shopping Center. His experience
extends to both military and civilian sectors. Mr.
Hollingsworth performed nine years of military service both
nationally and overseas in the security communications field
and possesses over thirty years of expertise in the asset
protection field.
SGI Protective Services offers an unparalleled level of
expertise through an integration platform which utilizes a
converged suite of services for both physical and electronic
security assets.
About SYSTEMSgroup (http://www.systemsgroup-us.com)
SYSTEMSgroup is a single source security solutions provider,
integrating technical and physical security staffing assets.
The company's services include a full suite of electronic
security systems, maintenance and technical support
services, and a full range of physical security personnel
through its SGI Protective Services division. Nationwide
operations are directed from its offices in Dallas, Houston,
New York and Atlanta.
About SAFEguard Security Holdings, Inc.
(http://www.safeguardsecurityholdings.com)
SAFEguard is a fully integrated sole-source security
solutions provider. The company offers a converged suite of
physical and electronic security services through its
operating subsidiaries, SYSTEMSgroup, Inc., SGI Protective
Services, Inc., and Superior Protection, Inc. It provides
corporate and government clients with a wide range of
security services ranging from highly-trained armed and
unarmed guards to the design, installation and maintenance
of sophisticated digital security systems. Operations are
directed from its headquarters in Houston, TX.
Forward-Looking Statements:
Statements which are not historical facts contained in this
release are forward-looking statements, such as "immediately
accretive" that involve risks and uncertainties, including
but not limited to, the effect of economic conditions, the
impact of competition, the results of financing efforts,
changes in consumers' preferences and trends. The words
"estimate," "possible," and "seeking" and similar
expressions identify forward-looking statements, which speak
only to the date the statement was made. The Company
undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any
forward-looking statements, because of new information,
future events, or otherwise. Future events and actual
results may differ materially from those set forth herein,
contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking
statements.
The information herein is subject to change without notice.
SYSTEMSgroup shall not be liable for technical or editorial
errors or omissions contained herein.
Contact:
SGI Protective Services, Inc.
A business unit of
SYSTEMSgroup, Inc., Dallas, TX, USA
Martin Cramer, 214-922-9040
martin.cramer@sgi-us.com
Source: SYSTEMSgroup, Inc.
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