“My kids will tell you—I can’t retire,” laughs Steve Hayes, owner of Signal of El Paso. After three decades of high-level service—including assignments in the U.S. Air Force, a role aboard Air Force One, and years as a U.S. Marshal—Steve earned his retirement. But...
For Jonas Palmer, owning a Signal franchise is more than a business venture—it’s a mission to build a legacy rooted in integrity, empathy, and long-term impact. As the owner of Signal of Northwest Tennessee, Jonas brings a calm, thoughtful presence to leadership....
Chris Calderon’s journey with Signal began at the home office in Omaha, where she served as a liaison between headquarters and franchise owners. It was a brand-new role for her—but that didn’t stop her. She felt called to the opportunity, not knowing it would...
Signal’s Franchise of the Month honors teams that exemplify leadership, Signal’s core values, commitment to serving the community, and a drive for excellence. For September, we’re excited to recognize Signal of Eastern PA, led by Bill Kotowski, a franchise whose...
In 2019, Haris Johnson knew he was capable of more. As a dedicated law enforcement officer, he managed a private security operation for a property management company, overseeing 40 moonlighting police officers across eight properties. While he was successful, Haris...
In 2020, if you had told Ben Teaford, owner of Signal of Orlando (among others) and winner of July’s Franchise of the Month, that within four years of launching his Signal franchise, it would span five states and generate over $30 million a year, he’d probably chuckle...
Joey Billiot’s background is rooted in the discipline and dedication he learned through his years of military service. Prior to owning a Signal franchise, he served in the Marine Corps and later as a security contractor overseas where he honed his leadership skills...
Signal, a leading physical security franchising company, takes pride in recognizing exceptional franchise owners who demonstrate unwavering dedication, outstanding performance, and remarkable growth. For June, the "Franchise of the Month" award goes to the dynamic...
At Signal, our commitment to providing peace of mind to businesses allows them to focus on their passion and sets us apart from other security companies. We understand that something special happens when individuals have the confidence to pursue what lights them...
Mike Daly’s journey with Signal of Tampa is a remarkable story of dedication and growth. With a background in the Army and private military contracting, Daly discovered Signal while overseas, inspired by the success of his colleagues. Taking a leap of faith, he...
Unleashing Potential in Our Market Sales Internship As we start our 6th year of the Market Sales Internship program, we are thrilled to reflect on the program's remarkable journey. This year, we will be welcoming 60 interns—double the number from last year! This...
Navigating the security industry is no small feat, especially in sprawling metropolitan areas like Kansas City. Three owners in the KC Metro have previously attempted to succeed with Signal in the city and failed. But Mike Lowry, the winner of Franchise of the Month...
