Continuous learning and development are high priorities at U.S. Security Associates—a fact that is evidenced by the firm’s many training awards and accomplishments of individual employees.
In the fall, the Atlanta-based firm received an American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) BEST Award for the second time. The firm, which provides national security services and global consulting and investigations, was ranked 13 out of 30 organizations recognized worldwide.
“We feel that a well-trained workforce plays a significant role in enabling our business,” said Chuck Schneider, president and CEO of U.S. Security Associates (www.ussecurityassociates.com). “From protecting the people, property, and assets of our customers to management and leadership development, learning is an integral part of our company culture.”
The coveted BEST Awards are presented to companies that demonstrate enterprise-wide success in training.
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“These 30 companies get it,” says Tony Bingham, ASTD (www.astd.org) president and CEO. “They excel in creating innovative, vibrant learning cultures that clearly align with strategic business goals. The leadership of these organizations values learning and knows that having a knowledgeable and skilled workforce drives success.”
Last year, U.S. Security Associates also was recognized for its training programs by Training magazine, which recognized the firm as a top training company for the sixth consecutive year. The firm said one of the factors that helped it win this prestigious award is “the ongoing education, training, and field implementation” of employees’ learned skills in real-life settings. The firm pointed to an employee who won a Volunteer Firefighter of the Year Award—in part, because of her commitment to keep her training levels/certifications current.
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In tomorrow’s Advisor, we’ll look at how U.S. Security Associates promotes continuous learning—plus describe an exciting and effective leadership training resource.