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How long has Alamo
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Since 1989, John Boyd (President & CEO) has been directly involved in the day-to-day operations,
production and sales of contract security. Before this time, he was in
loss prevention in the hotel industry for over 15 years. |
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Why did John Boyd name his Louisiana based company Alamo Services? |
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John is a direct descendant of Joseph Rutherford, a volunteer who fought and
died at the Alamo. (He is also a fan of John Wayne) |
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Has
Alamo ever participated in VIP or executive protection? |
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Alamo
Services' list of clients reads like the Who’s Who of corporate America
and the entertainment industry along with four former presidents and two
first ladies, and international government and military figures. |
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What
large-scale public events has Alamo participated in? |
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Alamo is privileged to have handled campaign whistle stops for
presidential candidates, citywide Mardi Gras parades and Carnival
extravaganzas, the annual French Quarter Music Festival, the NFL Owners
Events, the inauguration of the Mayor of the City of New Orleans, the
annual Bayou Classic and POWWOW. |
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What uniform
options does Alamo offer? |
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The Alamo day to day security officer’s uniform is a navy blue blazer
with security logo on the pocket, khaki slacks, white shirts, regimental
tie and black shoes. For formal events Alamo offers black tie tuxedo and
for casual outdoor events we offer polo shirts and khaki slacks. |
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What are Alamo's rates? |
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Please contact our Corporate Office for quotes at 504-523-3372 or
submit an order form through this website.
Our prices are based on a four hour minimum with no overtime
differential. We would be happy to develop a customized proposal for
your perusal. |
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How
are Alamo security officers trained and licensed? |
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All officers are licensed through the State of Louisiana’s Department of
Private Security Company Examiners after completing the State-mandated
course of instruction and training. Our in-house, full-time,
State-licensed Security Instructor is
responsible for certification of all employees. |
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How does Alamo recruit its
employees? |
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Alamo does not use temporary services, Louisiana State unemployment or
labor pools. All of our employees are referred by word-of-mouth
and undergo a multi-level screening and interviewing process. |
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