Protection 1, Chicago, announced that it has been awarded a contract that gives USAA’s more than 10 million members’ access to security and life-safety solutions through its established partner programs. Headquartered in San Antonio, the USAA family of companies provides insurance, banking, investments, retirement products and advice to 10.3 million current and former members of the U.S. military and their families. Wade Chance, general manager of USAA Alliance Services Company, added, “Protection 1 offers members a suite of additional home security solutions while providing the world class customer service that our members expect from our alliance relationships. Our relationship with Protection 1 allows us to expand valuable solutions and services in this innovative and fast-moving industry with another premier provider.”
This is the largest affinity partnership in the industry, stated Jamie Haenggi, chief marketing and customer experience officer for Protection 1. The five-year contract goes live on January 23, 2015. With the agreement, USAA members can receive the latest in security and home automation technologies from Protection 1, encompassing intrusion detection, fire protection, video surveillance systems, thermostats and locks, with all systems offering interactive remote services. Program options include both Protection 1 professionally-installed and self-installed systems with a range of options for members.