ACRE, a security systems provider, announced that Founder and Chief Executive Officer Joseph Grillo is retiring, effective May 20, 2022. Grillo’s knowledge of the security and access control businesses resulted in strong operating results, a track record of 11 successful acquisitions, innovative solutions, and a relentless commitment to ACRE’s customers, partners, and employees.
Grillo has had a noted career, having spent 40 years with brands in the security industry across the globe. He established ACRE in 2012 as principal and CEO, focused on developing the company’s position as a leader in the access control industry with an eye on rapid organic and acquisitive growth. Under his leadership, ACRE leveraged opportunities within the highly fragmented market and has grown to a company with close to $300 million in revenue and over 500 employees worldwide.