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PalAmerican Security Builds on U.S. Growth Momentum with Strategic Acquisition

April
22

Effective April 1, 2026, PalAmerican Security (PalAmerican) acquired Security Solutions of America (SSOA); this is another important step in enhancing their national coverage. SSOA has operations in 27 states with 19 offices and over 1,400 employees. SSOA’s portfolio complements PalAmerican’s existing operations and brings technology solutions that will further enhance the company’s offerings. 

“We are excited to welcome the SSOA team to the PalAmerican family,” shares Joe Campanella, President; “this strategic addition enhances our geographic reach, accelerates our technology driven capabilities, and brings a strong operational team into the organization – creating meaningful value for our clients.” 

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, while focusing on strategic hiring practices and vertical specific training programs. They employ state-of-the-art technology, have six (6) advanced monitoring operations centers throughout North America and demonstrate a passion for service excellence, and these are key elements in their successful approach to winning in the marketplace.  

“Our organization is built on 50 years of experience in the protection industry.  Since the very start, we have focused on the high quality of our security officers and we have harnessed technology to deliver leading-edge security programs,” says Ashley Cooper, CEO, PalAmerican Security; “we are a relationship-based organization, and we focus on building long-term success together.”  

PalAmerican is known for their ability to deliver unmatched customer service, industry leading training programs, and the sound deployment of high-quality armed and unarmed Security Officers. 

“Our team is very excited to be joining an organization of PalAmerican’s calibre,” says Will Holmes, President & CEO of Security Solutions of America; “their commitment to training and development of security officers, and approach to developing customized security programs translates to powerful protection services.” 

PalAmerican is licensed to operate in 45 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 – Built on Experience. Delivered with CARE. 

PalAmerican Security is revolutionizing the security industry to create a safer America. For 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 culture of CARE. 

PalAmerican is a member of the privately-owned Paladin Security Group of Companies. Established in 1976, the company has extensive operations throughout North America with 100+ offices and over 34,000 employees. Licensed to operate in 45 states, each regional office is home to experienced leadership and field personnel that are locally focused and committed to serving clients of all sizes in diverse industries. 

Experience the PalAmerican Difference. 

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