Allied Universal Celebrates National Security Officer Appreciation Week

IRVINE, CA / ACCESSWIRE / September 16, 2024 / Allied Universal, the world's leading security and facility services company, is proud to celebrate all security professionals during the 2024 National Security Officer Appreciation Week from Sept. 16 through Sept. 22.

This week, Allied Universal honors Frederick Tucker, recipient of the 2023 Ralph Day Memorial Security Officer Heroism Award from ASIS International. Tucker was recognized for his life-saving actions during a shooting at the Nashville Metro Public Library. This is the highest recognition a security officer can receive for an act of heroism.

"National Security Officer Appreciation Week serves as a reminder to thank all security professionals around the world," said Steve Jones, Global Chairman and CEO of Allied Universal. "Please take the time this week to thank the hard-working men and women who dedicate themselves to maintaining the safety and security of our communities."

Allied Universal established this week in 2015 to recognize security professionals' contributions, debunk misconceptions, and raise awareness of career opportunities in the security services industry.