Homeland Safety Systems
Headquartered
Shreveport, LA
Acquisition Date
April 2024
Website
homelandsafetysystems.com
Founding Story
“I started Homeland Safety Systems (HSS) in 2003 after many years working in the security industry. I observed larger companies installing piecemeal technology built without a specific understanding of the customer’s needs, so I decided to build a company focused on addressing that gap. I built HSS with the goal of offering a product portfolio focused on best-in-class technology and with a comprehensive solution tailored to each customer’s unique needs. Each HSS solution is designed, built and installed in a custom fashion from start to finish by HSS, and then it is supported thereafter by our customer-focused team. I also built HSS to be a business committed to staying ahead of the technology curve. We proactively seek opportunities to provide our customers with the latest advancements in technology (such as AI) - all while keeping our customers’ day-to-day needs at the forefront.”
Why Cobalt?
“Finding the right partner for HSS was very important for me, since the decision has consequences on my work family, our loyal customers and products developed through years of hard work and ongoing learning/education. I ultimately chose Cobalt because the Cobalt team demonstrated alignment with my and HSS’s values throughout our conversations.
Specifically:
They have a young and energetic team asking the right questions and with a keen focus on staying ahead of the rapidly evolving technology curve.
They have genuine interest in the business – and specifically in what sets us apart.
Their philosophy of “supercharging” the things that HSS does well vs. stripping out the company for parts/profit resonated strongly with me. I felt totally comfortable that the legacy of HSS would be honored and expanded.
We have a shared commitment to honesty and integrity. The Cobalt team owns up to mistakes, learns out how to avoid making those same mistakes in the future, and does what they say they will do.
In summary, Cobalt is a close-nit group that works hard and follows through with what needs to be done. And equally as important, after getting it wrong a few times they (specifically, Tyler) eventually learned how to spell Geaux Tigers!”
– Tony Marquis, Founder and Owner (2003-2024)