2009 Site Supervisor of the Year
Lisa Conrad - Tampa, Florida
(L to R) Jim Ingolia – Branch Manager, Gene Sanders – Corporate Director of Operations, Dale Matthews – Regional Manager, Richard Hunter – Operations Manager
Announcement
DSI Security Services is proud to announce that Lisa Coleman of the Tampa, Florida branch has been chosen as the recipient of the 2009 Site Supervisor of the Year Award. Site Supervisor Conrad was presented the award on February 17, 2010 during a monthly training session at Lakeland Regional Medical Center in Lakeland, Florida. Officer Conrad has been assigned as the Site Supervisor at Lakeland Regional Medical Center for approximately two years. Corporate Director of Operations Gene Sanders, Regional Manager Dale Matthews, Tampa Branch Manager Jim Ingolia, and Tampa Operations Manager Richard Hunter made the presentation. Each member of the DSI Management team praised the efforts and commitment of Site Supervisor Conrad. Jim Ingolia stated that, “Site Supervisor Conrad exhibits a professional disposition, a teamwork mindset, and a commitment to both our client as well as assigned security personnel”. Richard Hunter echoed the comments of Jim Ingolia and went on to say, “Lisa, you are a vital part of our operation in the Lakeland, Florida area. Your efforts beyond Lakeland Regional Medical Center were also considered when submitting your nomination for this award”. Dale Matthews thanked Site Supervisor Conrad and went on to say, “ It is because of your leadership and the teamwork exhibited by your staff that our customer remains extremely pleased with our services”. In closing of the presentation Gene Sanders said that, “It brings great pride and joy to present this award to such a deserving person. You are the epitome of DWYSYWD.” Upon receiving the award Site Supervisor Conrad thanked her staff and stated, “It is because of each of you (assigned staff) that I am able to accept this award. Your effort and commitment to customer satisfaction here at Lakeland Regional Medical Center is the foundation for this recognition”. Officer Patrick Rodgers requested to say a word. He went on to say that, “Lisa, in all my years of employment, I have never worked for a supervisor as good as you. Your team thanks you for the support you give on a daily basis”.
Site Supervisor Lisa Conrad was chosen to receive this award from hundreds of potential nominees for Site Supervisor.
Congratulations to Lisa Conrad on a well deserved honor!
2009 Outstanding Security Officer of the Year
Rufus Coleman – Miami, Fl.
(L to R) Ernie Barrios - Branch Manager, Clive McClain - Federated Logistics Representative, Rufus Coleman – Security Officer of the Year, Gene Sanders - Corporate Director of Operations, Dale Matthews - Regional Manager, Lou Nodarse – Operations Manager
Announcement
DSI Security Services is proud to announce that Rufus Coleman of the Miami, Florida Branch has been chosen as the recipient of the 2009 Outstanding Security Officer of the Year Award. Security Officer Coleman was chosen for this award out of approximately 3,000 potential nominees. Officer Coleman was presented the award on February 17, 2010 at a gathering in Miami, Florida attended by DSI Corporate and Local Management as well as Macy’s / Federated Logistics client representative Clive McClain. Branch Manager Ernie Barrios outlined why Officer Coleman deserved such a prestigious award, “ Officer Coleman goes above and beyond the call of duty. His efforts prevented loss of property for our customer and rendered assistance during a medical emergency”. Regional Manager Dale Matthews and Operations Manager Lou Nodarse both commented, “Due to Officer Coleman’s efforts, the decision was very easy to make. Our client remains extremely satisfied with the efforts exhibited by Officer Coleman”. Macy’s / Federated Logistic representative Clive McClain noted, “Officer Coleman is a tremendous asset to our facility and is greatly appreciated by management”.
In closing Gene Sanders, Director of Corporate Operations, commented that, “Officer Coleman’s commitment to professionalism is what brings honor to such an award. On behalf of the DSI family….thank you Officer Coleman”.
We congratulate Officer Rufus Coleman on this outstanding achievement!
DSI Recognizes Employees/Celebrates 40 Years At Annual Christmas Party
On Friday December 4th, DSI employees, customers, and friends gathered to celebrate Christmas, recognize employee contributions in 2009, and to commemorate 40 years in business.
Here are the highlights from the evening’s festivities:
2009 Employee Awards
Overtime Champion
(L to R) HR Manager Clay Jordan, Operations Manager Rich Hunter, Branch Manager Jim Ingolia
The first award of the evening was the 2009 OT Champion presented by Human Resources Manager Clay Jordan. This year’s recipient was the Tampa Branch. In presenting the award Clay commented on how important this award is, and how diligent the Tampa Branch had been in keeping their OT well below the goal of 2% for the entire year, “It is a true testament to the determination and leadership of Jim Ingolia (Branch Manager), Rich Hunter (Operations Manager), and Gia Kelkboom (Payroll Coordinator) that they have been able to manage the difficult issue of OT all year long. It is only because they take it very seriously and put a tremendous amount of effort towards this goal each and every day.”
Jim Ingolia and Rich Hunter accepted the award on behalf of the Tampa Branch.
Safe Branch Award
(L to R) Gene Sanders- Corp. Director of Operations, Jim Delaney Regional Manager
Each year DSI recognizes the branch that has excelled in the area of safety. This year’s safe branch award was presented to the Charlotte, North Carolina branch. “Our safety program is one of the most important aspects of any branch operation, and we recognize this branch for putting in a great effort to ensure our people remain safe on the job”, Corporate Director of Operations Gene Sanders remarked upon presenting the award.
The award was received by Regional Manager Jim Delaney on behalf of the Charlotte Branch. The branch is managed by Branch Manager Arthur Horton and Operations Manager Carlas Elder.
Payroll Coordinator of the Year
(L to R) COO Eddie Sorrells, Dena Earnest Payroll Coordinator – Arkansas Branch
Several years ago DSI began recognizing one of its branch payroll coordinators with the Payroll Coordinator of the Year Award. This year’s deserving recipient is Dena Earnest of the Arkansas Branch. COO Eddie Sorrells summed up the importance of this position by commenting that “The payroll coordinator’s job is one of the most, if not the most, important job within a branch. Without a well organized and efficient employee in this position, the branch will never be able to fulfill its mission to our employees and customers. Dena is certainly deserving of this award since she is an excellent example of what this position is all about”.
The payroll coordinator of the year award is selected by the DSI Corporate Accounting Department.
AB Clark Service Superiority Award
Atlanta Branch Manager Tony Coates accepts the 2009 AB Clark Service Superirotiy Award
(L to R) COO Eddie Sorrells, President Alan Clark, Runnell Clark (Mrs. AB Clark), Tony Coates- AB Clark Award Winner
One of the highlights of each year’s award presentations is the announcement of the AB Clark Service Superiority Award. This award is given each year to an employee who embodies the traits of our founder A. B. Clark. This award is selected by the corporate management team and the recipient must display characteristics such as Superior leadership, Teamwork, Excellent Customer Service Skills, and possess strong qualities of honesty, integrity and dependability. They also must have a proven track record of success in their given area of responsibility, and reflect the true philosophy of DWYSYWD (Do What You Say You Will Do) in all areas of their professional life.
This year’s recipient of this honor was Tony Coates, Atlanta Branch Manager. Tony has been with DSI since 2007, and over the last 2 years he has earned a strong reputation for putting the needs of DSI first in all that he does in his professional life. “Tony always carries himself with an unselfish spirit and he is one of those employees that are not constantly concerned about getting the credit. He is more concerned about getting the job done”, remarked COO Eddie Sorrells upon presenting the award to Coates. Coates was surprised and very appreciative for the recognition. He thanked the entire Atlanta staff for all that they do, and he expressed his gratitude to DSI for allowing him to be part of such a great team.
Davis Hallford Branch of the Year Award
CFO Mike Hallford and Wife Camille present the 2009 Davis Hallford Branch of the Year Award to Jim Ingolia Branch Manager – Tampa, Florida
(L to R) Jim Ingolia Branch Manager – Tampa, Rich Hunter Operations Manager – Tampa, Dale Matthews Regional Manager-Tampa, Camille Hallford, Mike Hallford CFO
The highlight of the 2009 awards was the presentation of the Davis Hallford Branch of the Year Award to the Tampa Branch. This award is named in memory of Davis Hallford who served DSI as a branch manager in Dothan, Savannah, and Montgomery/Mobile. Davis’ parents, DSI CFO Mike Hallford and his wife Camille, were on hand to make the presentation to Jim Ingolia (Branch Manager), Rich Hunter (Operations Manager), and Dale Matthews (Regional Manager). Mike remarked “It is an honor for Camille and I to have this award named after Davis, because we know he meant so much to DSI, and DSI meant so much to him”.
In order to earn this award the Branch must excel in the following areas: Profitability, OT Management, Customer Service, Safety, and adherence to DSI Policies and Procedures. And as many commented during the presentation, the Tampa team is a true textbook case of what a DSI management team can do to make the branch a success.
Adding their own accolades to the Tampa team were Corp Operations Director Gene Sanders and Director of Marketing Keith Jennings. Sanders commented on how the Tampa staff had started with a goal and never wavered, “ I have seen Dale, Jim, Rich, Gia, and the whole Tampa team stay true to DSI fundamentals each and every day, and that commitment has shown in their overwhelming success over the last year”. Jennings added “I knew when I first met Jim he had the right vision to take this branch to the next level, and I have seen through his, and his team’s, efforts that vision turn into a reality.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR 2009 AWARD WINNERS!
DSI Security Services Celebrates 40 Years in Business
In 1969 Sheriff AB Clark received a phone call that was the beginning of what would eventually become one of the most successful privately owned security firms in the country. That call seeking to hire a local private security firm for the construction of the Joseph M. Farley Nuclear plant in nearby Columbia, AL, reminded Sherriff Clark of the need for such a company in the wiregrass area. From that initial realization, Dothan Security Inc. (DSI Security Services) was born. And 40 years later, DSI has grown to be a leading national provider of a variety of security services including officers, electronics, and consulting services.
Initially DSI operated solely in Alabama, however, as its reputation for quality service spread, so did its base of operations. DSI has an impressive growth history, which currently includes 3,000 employees located in 25 states. Today, DSI is owned and operated by Alan B. Clark, AB’s son. According to Alan, DSI owes its success to having great people and clients;“Our success over the last 40 years is based upon nothing more than having a strong team of dedicated and professional employees, as well as loyal customers who have allowed us to grow with them” he commented. And unlike most large companies in their industry, DSI has remained family-owned and operated with all three of Alan’s children now actively involved with the business. Alan says that this gives him hope for the future of the company; “It is a really a milestone for me and the company to have each one of my children taking a leading role in DSI. It makes me even more confident that DSI will continue to stand for the same values it was founded upon for at least another 40 years”.
DSI Security Services is led by Alan Clark-President/Owner, Eddie Sorrells-COO/General Counsel, Mike Hallford – CFO, Gene Sanders – Director of Operations, Keith Jennings – Director of Marketing, Boyd Clark – Asst. Director of Marketing, Clay Jordan – HR Manager, Deavours Clark – Dothan Manager, Mary Neal Clark – Sales
Private Security Legislation Becomes Law in Alabama
The Alabama legislature passed and the governor signed a bill providing for licensing and regulation of contract security companies and officers in the state. Currently there are no federal laws regulating private security. Alabama was one of only ten states that did not regulate the private security industry. States that have regulatory requirements for security officers do not generally allow security officers from un-regulated states to serve within their boundaries (reciprocity). The new law will mandate minimum training levels for security officers, and will provide a means for comprehensive criminal background checks t be performed on security officers working in Alabama.
If you’d like to read the Bill in it’s entirely, you can download the PDF file by clicking here: Alabama Security Bill
