May 24, 2023

Pavion Acquires Premier Security Solutions

Acquisition expands Pavion’s fire alarm, life safety and security capabilities in the Western U.S.

Chantilly, Va. – Pavion (formerly Corbett Technology Solutions, Inc. “CTSI”), a leading provider of integrated solutions for fire, safety, security and critical communications, has acquired Premier Security Solutions (“Premier”).  This acquisition expands Pavion’s U.S. western region fire alarm and security services delivery and support capabilities.  It is the 15th acquisition for Pavion since partnering with Wind Point Partners (“Wind Point”) in June 2020.


Established in 1998, Premier specializes in commercial fire alarm, security and wireless transmission services.  Their team of technical professionals service customers across the region with a concentration of Silicon Valley customers in the Biotech, High Tech, Commercial Real Estate, Tourism and Entertainment industry verticals.  


“Pavion is pleased to welcome Premier Security Solutions and its customers to Pavion,” commented Pavion CEO, Joe Oliveri.  “Our expansion of fire alarm and security system capabilities into the Bay Area significantly enhances our western region team, accelerating our ability to serve large global and national customers across the country.  We look forward to working with the talented employees of Premier and creating enhanced opportunities for employees and customers alike.”


“A sincere thank you to our trusted employees, valued customers and strategic vendors for their support over the last 25 years,” said Larry Pott, Premier Security Solutions President and CEO. “Your trust and confidence in Premier Security Solutions enabled our business to become the leading greater San Francisco Bay Area commercial life safety and security provider it is today.”


Paul Frankos, Premier Security Solutions Executive Vice President stated, “We are excited to continue our legacy with Pavion. We look forward to continuing to serve our customers with the dedicated employees that helped build our business, now backed and supported by Pavion.”


“It’s exciting to have the skilled and talented employees from Premier join Pavion,” said Jim Muncey, President of the Pavion Security Business Unit. “Premier Security Solutions’ industry leading fire and security services extend our west coast capabilities. Premier’s customers are now supported by Pavion global delivery and service teams delivering security, access control, video surveillance, fire alarm, IT and integration solutions.” 


Barry Epstein of Vertex Capital was the sole advisor to Premier Security Solutions on the transaction.