Andy Allen

For over three decades Andy has succeeded in the security industry, rising through the ranks as a security officer in college and later acting in key management positions in the contract security field. These include all aspects of the industry such as operations, sales, marketing, business development and consulting before joining United Protective as Eddy's partner.

Andy is a graduate of Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and minor of Business Administration. He is currently leading United Protective’s seven branch offices in business development, operations, and day to day managerial responsibilities. Andy recently commented, “Eddy and I make a good team. We value each other’s experience and business acumen and look forward to continuing our efforts to make United Protective the largest privately-owned contract security firm in the Southwest. While other firms are going through acquisitions and mergers, we are refining our service delivery to provide the security program our clients desire and deserve”.

He is an active participant in Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA), International Real Estate Managers (IREM), American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), and the International Facility Managers Association (IFMA), Houston Apartment Association (HAA) and the International Council for Shopping Centers (ICSC). In 2012, Andy was the recipient of the Allied Professional Member of the Year for Houston BOMA. He also serves on the Advisory Board of Directors for CRIME STOPPERS.