James 'Brian' Owens, Global Security Operations Center Manager of Technology, secured the Outstanding Security Officer Award. With a 24-year career behind him, Owens was recognized for his technical leadership, specifically his ability to reduce monthly nuisance alarms by 50%. Meanwhile, Account Manager Ed Ketcham earned the Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director Award for his work in Minneapolis. Ketcham’s intelligence-led strategy and focus on public safety helped reduce local vehicle theft incidents by nearly 50% across the properties he oversees.

The firm itself took home the Outstanding Contract Security Company award, reinforcing its market standing. GardaWorld Security – U.S. currently holds a Great Place To Work Certification with an approval rating 23 points higher than the national average, a milestone it has reached for four years running. These regional winners are now set to compete in the Global OSPAs scheduled for 2027.