Exciting Weekend at the i-Pro Sakura Elite Summit 2024!
Rodney Jackson, Senior Sales Consultant from our Little Rock office, had the privilege of attending the i-Pro Sakura Elite Summit this past weekend in Arizona and what an inspiring experience it was! The event was filled with insightful discussions, productive networking, and valuable shared learning experiences. Here is Rodney and the Americas Director of Sales Nick Toth.
We are incredibly grateful to partner with a company like i-PRO, whose commitment to innovation is truly inspiring. Their cutting-edge Edge AI technology is revolutionizing the camera industry, enabling advanced video surveillance solutions that are smarter, more responsive, and more reliable than ever. With the i-PRO Edge AI Camera, powered by an advanced Edge AI processor, we’re now able to process real-time analytics directly at the edge, detecting and identifying faces, humans, vehicles, and even bicycles. This technology is a game-changer, providing unparalleled security and efficiency. i-Pro Cameras come with an industry leading 7-year warranty.
Looking forward to what the future holds as we continue to evolve and drive the next generation of surveillance solutions!
If you are looking to upgrade or wanting to find out about the latest technology in cameras, access control, intrusion and cabling, give us a call.
Hadleigh McCluskey, Brian Krause and Sheryl Puckett participated in the AAFA Fall Conference at Petit Jean for Progressive Technologies. This conference is a favorite each year and is well attended. On display are examples of some of the safety equipment we install and maintain, including interior and exterior video cameras, fire alarm systems, access control panels and more. We partner with the most reliable and advanced manufacturers and have highly trained installers. Also of note, we are a TIPS awarded vendor and provide installation to hundreds of schools in Arkansas.
Rodney Jackson, Chris Brubaker, and Clifton Magowan for receiving the I-Pro Cameras Legacy Award for Outstanding Continued Sales and Support from Glenn Dunkirk of I-Pro at Progressive Technologies’ office in Little Rock.
Companies know and trust their cameras, access control, networking and so much more with Progressive Technologies.
Team building is part of the Progressive culture. Some of our sales team and project managers adventured out into deep waters for a two-day deep sea fishing excursion this August. A great time was had by all (except the fish).
We are proud of our crew in Bristow, VA for their hard work and dedication to safety. We received the May subcontractor safety award. Safety is our priority, and we keep up with all training and certifications needed for each job we do. You can read more about our safety processes here.
Our president, Chris Brubaker recently received a prestigious honor. He was inducted into the Society of Entrepreneurs. The article pictured on the left was published in the April issue of Memphis Magazine and shares a candid interview with Chris.
The Society of Entrepreneurs was founded in 1991 to foster the development of the entrepreneurial spirit, and to recognize the myriad contributions of area entrepreneurs.
The Society of Entrepreneurs’ membership comprises Mid-South business owners, presidents and other key executives. Members are chosen annually by their peers, and must be mature (not emerging) entrepreneurs who have exhibited personal business achievement, creativity, determination, integrity, leadership, self-direction and the ability to transform a vision into a dynamic business accomplishment.
The organization’s purpose is to promote the general welfare of the community, contribute to the public good, and foster education. The Society of Entrepreneurs supports the creation, development, and implementation of programs that encourage the efforts of entrepreneurs in businesses, and in local, national and international communities.
Read more about the organization and about how Chris has become a leader in the low voltage industry here.
Prosper Education Foundation Golf tournament is another great opportunity for us to give back to the community in Prosper TX. Pictured is Ali Rogers. Call Ali with your school system needs!
We are a proud sponsor of the Birdville Hall of Honor Golf Tournament. Pictured (middle) is Ali Rogers who works closely with Birdville School District in Haltom City TX.
Our management team attended a week-long leadership retreat in Tumbling Shoals AR in March, 2024.
Front Row: Rodney Jackson, Donna Patton, Chris Brubaker, Rick Johnson, Crissy Kink, Jim Rumsey, Pierce Crockett
Back Row: Bill Noe, Mike Smith, Clif Magowan, Biff Thornton, Brent Riggins, James Netherton and John Dubose
Pictured is our booth at the tradeshow. The pictured turnstile is one example of access control installation we do for universities all across the US.
VP, Clif Magowan and Project Manager, Brian Krause pictured with the sponsorship banner.
Centrally located Little Rock was home for the Annual Company meeting. This meeting is an opportunity to fine tune strategies and share successes among all our branch locations and sites. Our management team was reminded of the Progressive Way, our guidelines for company success. Chris Brubaker and Clif Magowan lead the presentations and all team members presented their division’s goals and best practices. This investment in time keeps us unified and is especially important as a rapidly growing company.
Amber, Angie and Adam
Clif and Tanner
Keith, Mike and Hayden
Pierce and Brent
Debbie and Lois
Clif and Casey getting his 10 year jacket.
Amber showing off that swing.
Foster
Jim
Chris and Becky
Rebecca Davitt, Hadleigh McKlusky and Rodney Jackson participated in the AAEA Expo (Arkansas Association of Educators Administrators) with a booth.
We attended a seminar presented by the NWA NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) on “Close Out, the last Lap”. Big things are brewing for the Recurring Monthly Revenue team.
Our crew also attended Summer Splash, an event for women in Commercial Real Estate, in Rogers AR. We learned about the past, present and future development of downtown Rogers.
We’ve added a new division to specialize in alarm monitoring and safety inspections. 3/22
We are proud to announce that we have opened a new division. Donna Patton and Tracy Spencer are heading up our RMR, or fire and intrusion monitoring and safety inspections division. This RMR group will handle safety inspections and provide companies with the certifications needed to be complaint and keep their property and employees safe. Additionally, we also offer 24/7 monitoring for fire and intrusion. If alarms are tripped, the police or fire department will be notified immediately, along with company appointed staff members.
Our RMR team is comprised of experienced and qualified managers and technicians who are well versed in the code requirements of each area. Keeping compliant with fire inspector codes can be a challenge but our experts will ensure your company has met needed requirements. A fire inspector is often a qualified person working under a fire marshal authorized by law to enforce a specific code, such as NFPA 1, Fire Code, or NFPA 101®, Life Safety Code®. Fire inspectors not only conduct inspections, but they can also review and approve aspects of construction plans and issue permits.
We are often involved from the beginning stages of building since safety is a vital part of any new facility. Alarm installations are completed by our branch locations and our RMR division provides the monitoring options needed to help businesses stay on top of the safety of their facility. This symbiotic relationship within our company enables us to provide experts in every stage of development.
Contact Donna Patton at 479-459-2337 or Tracy Spencer at 479-381-5598 for an evaluation of your needs. (Pictured below is our RMR Team at the Healthcare Expo in Hot Springs: Hadleigh, Rebecca, Donna and Rodney)
Company Team Building Events 5/23
Each of our locations hosts yearly gatherings such as crawfish boils and cornhole tournaments. Building relationships within our organization is one of the keys to our success. Part of our core values: Having Fun (being fun to work with, we take our work seriously – but don’t take ourselves too seriously, being friendly and quick to smile, build relationships, be somebody our clients enjoy working with) Relationships are a vital part of our core values. Pictured below are William and Rodney, cornhole champs in Rogers and our Little Rock Team.
