GardaWorld Corporation

GardaWorld Corporation is a Canadian private security firm headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. It has a workforce of over 132,000 professionals globally. Established in 1995 by founder Stephan Crétier, the company has become a leading provider of security and cash management services worldwide.

Services Offered

GardaWorld provides a comprehensive suite of services designed to meet diverse security needs of its clients. These services include:

• Physical Security: Trained security personnel such as guards and patrollers ensure safety of businesses, employees, and assets.
• Cash Services: End-to-end cash management with secured transportation, cash vault processing, ATM services, and cash automation to streamline operations for financial institutions and retail businesses.
• Risk Management: Delivered through its subsidiary Crisis24, combining global expertise with on-the-ground capacity for rapid and actionable risk assessments.
• Federal Services: Security, medical, logistics, and critical mission support for U.S. federal, state, and local government clients, as well as commercial entities domestically and internationally.
• Remote and Virtual Surveillance: Via ECAMSECURE, offering AI-driven live surveillance with portable systems integrating advanced technology and human protection for customized solutions.
• Crowd Management: BEST Crowd Management provides adaptable security solutions for maintaining event safety and energy across venues and occasions.

Global Presence

The company operates across North America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, serving Fortune 500 companies, governments, and high-profile individuals.

U.S. Operations and Locations

GardaWorld has extensive operations throughout the United States with offices in 48 states, including major cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. It offers tailored services to meet regional security needs nationwide.

Additional key U.S. locations include:

• Kenosha, WI, USA
• New Haven, CT, USA
• Worcester, MA, USA
• Fort Lee, NJ, USA
• Winston-Salem, NC, USA

Recent Developments

In recent years, GardaWorld secured significant contracts supporting governmental and humanitarian efforts. In September 2023, it won a $29.4 million contract with Chicago for relocating migrants seeking asylum to winterized camps, similar to New York City's communal tents model.

In June 2023, Denver considered a $40 million contract with GardaWorld Federal Services to manage migrant response services involving sheltering up to 1,000 people, 24/7 staffing, medical screenings, and on-site food preparation.

Through its diverse services and global reach, GardaWorld Corporation continues to play a pivotal role in enhancing security and risk management worldwide.