Convergint Inks 7th Acquisition of 2016 With Go Security Solutions Buy
Led by business leaders Gary Osterhout and Mike Kotwicki, Go Security Solutions services a four-state area with a particular focus on the higher education and financial markets.
Convergint Technologies acquired Go Security Solutions, a full-service systems integrator, for undisclosed terms.
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. – Convergint Technologies has acquired Go Security Solutions, a full-service systems integrator specializing in electronic access control, video surveillance, alarm systems and mechanical security solutions.
Founded in 2009, Go Security Solutions of Westborough, Mass., is the seventh acquisition that Convergint has completed since the beginning of the year. The acquisitions have strengthened Convergint’s capabilities globally while reinforcing the company’s dedication to being its customers’ best service provider, according to a news release.
Led by business leaders Gary Osterhout and Mike Kotwicki, Go Security Solutions services a four-state area with a particular focus on the higher education and financial markets.
“We are excited to have Gary, Mike, and their entire team join Convergint,” says Dan Moceri, executive chairman and co-founder of Convergint Technologies. “They bring an enthusiastic team of customer-centric colleagues to our organization. Go Security has been growing at an impressive pace, and they enhance our ability to service customers throughout the Northeast.”
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Convergint and Go Security share in a culture deeply dedicated to customer service, Moceri says. The joint organization provides a diverse range of service-focused security and fire solutions, including system design, integration, installation, training, and support services with a highly experienced workforce.
“Convergint is a proven leader in the industry with a history of growth and success,” says Gary Osterhout, president of Go Security. “Our combined resources and strengths will be a true asset for our customers as we continue to expand our business and customer base across New England and beyond. The positive culture and values that Convergint has developed over the years are a great fit for both our customers and colleagues.”
Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
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Although Bosch’s name is quite familiar to those in the security industry, his previous experience has been in daily newspaper journalism. Prior to joining SECURITY SALES & INTEGRATION in 2006, he spent 15 years with the Los Angeles Times, where he performed a wide assortment of editorial responsibilities, including feature and metro department assignments as well as content producing for latimes.com. Bosch is a graduate of California State University, Fresno with a degree in Mass Communication & Journalism. In 2007, he successfully completed the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association’s National Training School coursework to become a Certified Level I Alarm Technician.
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