Specialized. Trusted. Committed: Highlighting Blue Star During National Police Week

Graphic for Blue Star, part of Protos Specialized Services, featuring headshots of Jeff Salvetti and Anthony Varchetto. On the left is the Blue Star logo with a bold blue star inside a circle and the text 'Blue Star' above the 'Protos Specialized Services' logo

Each May, National Police Week is observed to honor the courage and commitment of law enforcement across the country. Since 1962, it has been a time of remembrance and gratitude, but more than that, it calls for action. At Protos, we recognize that supporting law enforcement goes beyond just a week or month. It means investing in their well-being, standing beside them during hard times and ensuring their voices are heard.

Executive Protection 101: What You Need to Know About Executive Security Services

executive protection detail opening a car door for a client

Executive protection services are no longer a luxury – they’re a necessity. As threats evolve, more executives, celebrities and high-profile individuals rely on trusted executive protection companies to safeguard their lives, reputations and operations. But what exactly is executive protection, and why should companies and executives take it seriously?

Protos
Headquarters

383 Main Ave, Suite 505
Norwalk, CT 06851, USA
Phone: 203.941.4700

Protos
Headquarters

383 Main Ave, Suite 505
Norwalk, CT 06851, USA
Phone: 203.941.4700

Mark Hjelle

Chief Executive Officer

Mark Hjelle is the CEO of Security Services Holdings, LLC as well as Protos Security and its subsidiaries. Mark is an experienced Chief Executive Officer and Board Member who has led large national business and facilities services firms for nearly 25 years delivering strong top- and bottom-line growth while building high-performing teams with strong culture. Most recently, he was CEO for CSC ServiceWorks, a B2B2C provider of technology-enabled consumer services. Prior to CSC, Mark was President of Brickman/Valleycrest a national provider of exterior landscape and snow removal services. Over the course of his 18-year tenure at Brickman, he held numerous leadership positions in operations, finance and business development. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from The Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, a Master of Government Administration from the University of Pennsylvania Fels Institute of Government and a Law Degree from Case Western Reserve School of Law.