Stone Security, renowned for its exceptional security integration services and unwavering commitment to its employees, partners and customers, is on track to move into the top 10 largest security integrators in North America.
Stone’s success is based on a simple but powerful philosophy: “Become the most trusted and sought after security integrator in the world” and providing unparalleled customer service to employees. This successful formula has not gone unnoticed in the industry so far.
When BearCom, a global leader in critical communications based in Garland, Texas, approached Stone Security about a partnership, it was not just another acquisition offer—it was the beginning of a perfect match. Stone Security had been approached before, but BearCom stood out. Why? Because the two companies share an unwavering commitment to people, quality and innovation.
“We built our business the same way Stone Security has been building theirs,” said Les Fry, BearCom CEO. “What drew us to Stone wasn’t just their success, but their values, their culture and their commitment to their customers and partners.”
BearCom shares the same partnership philosophy and has enjoyed a longstanding relationship as Motorola’s largest dealer worldwide. With Stone Security’s focus on partners like Milestone, LenelS2, and Axis, the plan is to bring the two together and create an unparalleled powerhouse in the security and critical communications industries, offering even greater value to their customers and markets worldwide.
The Power of Partnership
Synergy is at the heart of this merger, not just growth. BearCom brings a team of 1,400 strong, while Stone Security contributes an additional 250 talented professionals. Together, the combined team will use their shared office spaces, technology centers and warehousing locations to broaden the collective reach.
“Our partnership is built on a foundation of shared values: a focus on people, world-class vendor relationships, and a commitment to technological innovation,” said Brent Edmunds, former Stone Security CEO. “This is not just a merger of two companies; it’s the merging of two cultures deeply rooted in collaboration and service excellence.”
Both businesses will be able to take advantage of the integration’s unique advantages. For instance: BearCom’s expertise in critical communications will complement Stone’s leadership in security systems integration.
Customers will benefit from expanded services, locations, and global resources, such as the capability to provide local customer service from their combined 75 locations in Latin America, the United States, and Canada. A global perspective with a local impact While both companies will maintain their unique identities, their combined capabilities and reach is set to enhance what they can offer. Customers will see expanded service and added capabilities, all while retaining the personalized attention they have come to trust.
“Day-to-day, it’s business as usual for our customers,” Edmunds said. “However, we’re positioning ourselves to deliver even greater quality and innovation with this partnership.” Additionally, BearCom benefits from the support of Siris Capital, a world-class private equity firm dedicated to ongoing investment in the combined team’s growth and success.
Commitment to Excellence
A key to both companies’ success has been their unwavering dedication to their chosen product lines and partners. This means that BearCom will continue to use Motorola radios, which lead the industry. For Stone, it means continuing to collaborate with trusted partners like Milestone, LenelS2, and Axis. Both Edmunds and Fry concur that saying no to shortcuts or incompatible solutions is necessary to preserve their business models’ integrity. “Our customers trust us because we don’t compromise on quality,” Fry said. “This merger is an extension of that philosophy—ensuring that our clients receive the best solutions from two businesses that truly care,” the statement reads. A Bright Future for Clients and Staff Not only is this partnership a bold new chapter for both businesses, but it is also a strategic business decision. By combining their expertise and resources, Stone Security and BearCom are poised to reshape the industry by creating safer, more connected environments for their customers.
The merger promises growth and innovation opportunities for employees. For customers, it means a seamless blend of security and communications solutions backed by two companies with a proven history of excellence.
The Way Forward With shared values, complementary strengths, and a commitment to their customers and employees, Stone Security and BearCom are embarking on a journey to redefine what is possible in the security and communications industries.
They are not only expanding, but also inventing, working together, and constructing a future in which communication, safety, and security come together in ways that benefit everyone. More than just a merger, this is a story about two businesses that are deeply concerned about their partners, their employees, and their mission. And it is a story their customers will be proud to be part of.
