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Gallagher Security is thrilled to announce the appointment of Matt Butts as Executive Vice President – the Americas, effective September 15. With more than 25 years of experience in the security and software industries, Matt has built a strong record of driving growth and leading high-performing teams. He’s held leadership roles at Johnson Controls, Tyco Integrated Security, ADT, and most recently served as Senior Director of Global Security Sales at Transact Campus, where he successfully led global expansion efforts and strengthened the company’s position in key markets. Matt leads Gallagher’s operations Matt lead Gallagher’s operations across North, Central, and South America, guiding regional strategy In his new role, Matt will lead Gallagher’s operations across North, Central, and South America, guiding regional strategy as Gallagher continues to expand its presence in the region.  He’s enthusiastic about joining the team, citing the company’s 85-year history and tangible drive as key factors that attracted him to the role. Gallagher’s culture and commitment “Gallagher stands out for its culture and commitment to innovation,” says Matt Butts. He adds, “I see a company with the capability and solutions to play a much bigger role across the Americas. I strongly believe Gallagher’s solutions are the best available, and I’m eager to work alongside the team to help more businesses in our market see that, too. The momentum already created in this region is inspiring, and I can’t wait to get started.”  New standards of success Mark Junge, Chief Executive, believes Matt will lead the team to set new standards of success Mark Junge, Chief Executive, believes Matt will lead the team to set new standards of success. “Matt’s passion for innovation and ability to inspire teams makes him the right pioneer to accelerate our momentum in the Americas,” he says. Mark Junge adds, “He brings dynamic energy and genuine passion to the role, and most importantly, his core values are aligned with our mission to protect what matters most. I’m confident Matt will make this role his own in a way that furthers our global vision.” Real impact for customers and partners The way Matt sees it, that means tapping into the region’s greatest asset: its people. “When you ask security professionals what makes Gallagher stand out, it’s always the people,” he explains. Matt Butts adds, “My leadership philosophy is built around empowering people and fostering a culture where teams can do their best work. I believe that when people feel trusted, supported, and inspired, they achieve remarkable results. At Gallagher, I see an opportunity to harness that kind of energy to deliver real impact for our end customers and partners.” Gallagher Security at GSX 2025 Matt will be joining the Gallagher Security Americas team at GSX 2025 in New Orleans at booth #3339 from September 29 to October 1 and invites all GSX attendees to stop by to say hello.

At GSX 2025, global security manufacturer Gallagher Security is inviting attendees to reimagine what security can achieve when limitations are removed. Visitors to booth #3339 will experience firsthand how Gallagher is redefining the role, function, and value of security in the workplace of the future. “Security has traditionally been seen as a cost centre or a barrier,” says Melissa Vidakovic, Director of Marketing – The Americas. Innovation and imagination “But what if it could be more? This year’s booth is about showing attendees what security reimagined looks like when innovation and imagination come together. If I had to describe it in one word, it would be ‘transformation.’” “We’ve had an eventful year of new products and solutions released to market, and GSX is the opportunity to see how they come together to produce a platform that delivers more capability, less friction, and greater results,” concluded Melissa Vidakovic. At booth #3339 attendees are invited to get a front row view of Gallagher’s most recent product innovations driving that transformation, including: QuickSwitch, the much-discussed migration tool transitioning businesses away from legacy systems to Gallagher's award-winning platform. The complete Controller 7000 Suite, featuring the newly released PIV-ready High Security variant that meets GSA standards, UL/ULC compliance, and additional international high assurance benchmarks. OneLink, the cloud-based solution that makes distance a problem of the past and redefines the definition of remote connectivity. A sneak peek at AccessNow, a cloud-native solution that automates access and credential requests end-to-end, slashing admin for security teams all while delivering instant, self-service access to End Users. And that’s just the beginning. “There’s so much happening at our booth this year that I can’t give it all away just yet,” Vidakovic adds. “We’ve got big announcements in the works, and I hope attendees stop by to see what’s next.” World’s first electric fence For Gallagher, innovation on this scale is nothing new. “Our company’s 85-year history is filled with moments of breakthrough thinking that reshaped industries,” says Gallagher Security Chief Executive, Mark Junge. “From the world’s first electric fence to today’s unified security platforms, innovation is at the heart of who we are. The GSX 2025 booth is a powerful example of how we continue that legacy today while looking boldly to the future.” Gallagher Security invites GSX attendees to visit booth #3339 from September 29 – October 1 in New Orleans. Use code EV246 for discounts on all-access passes or free expo passes when registering to attend.

Gallagher Security is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Pathak as the new Sales Manager for the Upper North Island region, based in Auckland. This appointment reflects Gallagher’s commitment to strengthening the team with a focus on IT and business intelligence. Sean brings extensive experience from across the technology reseller, vendor, and distribution landscape, giving him a deep appreciation of the full channel ecosystem and the vital role partnerships play in driving innovation and growth. Potential of Gallagher’s security solutions Just weeks into his role, he was promoted to Sales Manager for the Upper North Island in July 2025 “I’ve always admired Gallagher as an iconic New Zealand tech company with a global reach,” says Sean. “What really attracted me was the opportunity to join a value-driven business committed to people and innovation.” Sean officially joined the Gallagher team in May 2025 as a Business Development Manager and quickly made a significant impact, demonstrating strong leadership and strategic vision. Just weeks into his role, he was promoted to Sales Manager for the Upper North Island in July 2025. Since stepping into this role, he has been pioneering efforts to further strengthen partner relationships and empower end customers to unlock the full potential of Gallagher’s security solutions. Gallagher’s integrated security offerings “I’m excited to be working in a new channel ecosystem and showcasing the power of Gallagher’s integrated security offerings,” he shares. “With the continued convergence of physical and cyber security, there’s a growing opportunity to engage IT departments and highlight risks they may not have previously considered, and how Gallagher can help address them.” Reflecting on what stood out to him about Gallagher, Sean says, “It’s the culture, the focus on people and the drive for continual innovation. That combination made the decision to join Gallagher an easy one.” Gallagher Security's wider business Wayne Scott, General Manager – New Zealand, says he’s thrilled to have Sean onboard, “Sean brings a great mix of industry knowledge, strategic thinking, and genuine enthusiasm for building relationships." "His understanding of the channel landscape will be a real asset to our partners, and I’m confident he’ll help us continue to grow our presence in the Upper North Island. We’re excited to see the impact he’ll have in this key role.” Gallagher Security is proud to welcome Sean to the team and is excited about the positive impact he will make across the channel and the wider business.

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