Business Details
41 Years
experience
Trusted Security Services in Hillside, IL
Since 1985, ASI Security has established itself as a leader in comprehensive security solutions, serving clients across Illinois and throughout the United States. Our company was founded on the principle of delivering exceptional security services while maintaining the highest professional standards through rigorous employee selection and training processes that exceed state requirements. We specialize in corporate security, event security, executive protection, and investigative services, with a team of experienced professionals who bring diverse expertise from law enforcement, intelligence, and corporate security backgrounds. Our management team, including co-founders Bob Palmer and Ron Choquette, remains deeply involved in client relationships, ensuring personalized attention and operational excellence.We pride ourselves on building long-term partnerships through proven results, with most of our business coming from client referrals and testimonials. Our security officers serve as critical brand ambassadors, providing protection while maintaining positive public interactions that enhance client reputations. With decades of combined experience and industry-recognized certifications, we deliver tailored security strategies that address specific client needs while maintaining the utmost professionalism and service quality.
Services
Corporate Security
Event Security
Security Management
Executive Protection
Investigations
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in professional security services
- Our team includes certified security professionals with law enforcement backgrounds
- We maintain rigorous training programs exceeding state requirements
- Our management team remains directly involved with client operations
- We have built long-term relationships through client referrals and testimonials
What people say
Quality and professionalism
Management team involvement
Long-term client relationships
Reliable security solutions
Professional security officers
Services
Corporate Security
ASI provides comprehensive corporate security solutions for high-value assets during production, storage, and transportation. Our trained officers maintain process integrity through production records monitoring, inventory control, and transportation security. We implement waste destruction protocols when necessary to protect client interests and maintain operational security for manufacturing and distribution businesses.
Event Security
Our specialized event security services cover traffic control, gate security, cash handling, crowd management, and VIP escorts. With experienced personnel and master schedulers, we ensure safety at seminars, exhibitions, sporting events, concerts, and festivals. Our team receives extensive training to handle diverse event requirements while maintaining public safety and client brand reputation.
Executive Protection
ASI delivers premier executive protection services with personnel experienced in safeguarding government officials, corporate executives, and celebrities. Our comprehensive approach includes pre-deployment security surveys, contingency planning, and coordination with law enforcement. We provide armed/unarmed protection and detailed after-action reports to ensure complete client security and situational awareness.
Security Management
Our security management services focus on developing customized protection strategies for organizational assets and personnel. We implement comprehensive security protocols, conduct risk assessments, and provide consulting services to enhance existing security frameworks. Our solutions integrate seamlessly with client operations while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Investigations
Led by Manager of Investigations Roger Day, our investigative services combine corporate security expertise with law enforcement experience. We conduct thorough investigations into security breaches, fraud, and workplace incidents. Our team utilizes advanced techniques and maintains evidence integrity through certified processes to deliver actionable intelligence and support legal proceedings when necessary.
People
Bob Palmer
President
Co-founder with 35+ years security industry experience, former DuPage County Sheriff's Deputy and decorated Vietnam veteran with Air Force intelligence background. Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight.
Ron Choquette
Vice President
Co-founder and CFO with MBA from DePaul University. Brings financial expertise from national lumber and international newspaper corporations. Oversees company financial operations and strategic planning initiatives.
Jeff Berg
Operations Manager
25+ years with ASI, starting as security officer. Certified Personal Protections Specialist with expertise in wireless fraud and investigations. Manages daily operations and security protocol implementation.
Roger Day
Manager of Investigations
26 years corporate security experience, former Director of Security for national lumber company. Specializes in fraud investigations and evidence handling. Provides expert investigative services with law enforcement coordination capabilities.
Questions
What security services does ASI offer?
ASI provides corporate security, event security, executive protection, security management, and investigative services tailored to client-specific needs.
How long has ASI been in business?
ASI Security has provided professional security services since 1985, establishing industry leadership over 35+ years.
How does ASI handle special event security?
Our trained personnel manage traffic control, crowd management, VIP escorts, and cash handling for events ranging from concerts to corporate meetings.
What makes ASI different from other security companies?
Our management team's direct involvement, rigorous training standards, and long-term client relationships with 90% referral-based business demonstrate our superior service quality.
