Alert Management Team
ALERT Management
Jeff Haidet — President & Owner
On April 17th, 2005, Jeff Haidet, Owner and President, acquired Dehart Guard & Patrol Services, Inc. Jeff had a strong desire to create a security company different from those typically found in the security industry and built a philosophy on two primary concepts: Provide “outstanding service” and become the “employer of choice” among security professionals. To help solidify this goal, Mr. Haidet changed the company name to ALERT Protective Services on May 1, 2006. The name change reflects an overall philosophical change in the operation and direction of the company. Read More
Jason Hamilton — CPP, Vice President & Managing Partner
As ALERT continued to grow, it was clear the company needed further solid leadership talent to continue on its quest to be the “security provider of choice” in Sarasota and throughout Florida. As a result, Jason was recruited and added to the leadership of the company in 2006. Mr. Hamilton exhibits the excellent background, education, leadership and management style needed to achieve ALERT’s long term goals.
As an Officer and partner in the company, Jason’s primary role is the coordination and management of all operations of ALERT Protective Services. This includes static security, patrol, consulting & investigation services. Read More
Natalie Steele — Human Resources Manager
In early 2010, ALERT leadership identified the need for a detail oriented point person to coordinate all support activities for our field operational team of Account Managers and Security Officers. With this need in mind, Natalie was hired and added to the ALERT corporate office team to handle all office and employee support functions for all of ALERT’s branch offices.
As our Human Resources Specialist, Mrs. Steele reports to Jason Hamilton, CPP and has responsibility for coordinating the complete hiring process. Read More
Jerry Cushing —Branch Manager, Sarasota
Jerry joined the ALERT team in 2008 and was quickly promoted to an Account Manager after realizing his talent and background was well suited to a management role. Preparing for and anticipating further growth, the Operations Manager position was created for the Sarasota Branch in late 2008 and Jerry was promoted into this new position after an outstanding job as an Account Manager.
During his time as Operations Manager, Jerry excelled at controlling labor expenses and providing excellent customer service. He did this through efficient scheduling, officer training and ongoing quality assurance inspections. After growth lead to the opening of the Fort Myers branch in 2009, Jerry was chosen to succeed Rob Hurth as Sarasota Branch Manager. Read More
Rob Hurth — Branch Manager, Fort Myers
In mid 2007, Rob was brought into the ALERT team and promoted to Branch Manager for Sarasota after showcasing his exceptional business management and customer service skills. In 2009, as ALERT opened a new branch in Fort Myers, Rob was chosen to lead and develop this branch from the ground up. As Branch Manager for Fort Myers, Mr. Hurth reports to Jason Hamilton, CPP and has responsibility for the overall operation of both static security and patrol services throughout Lee, Collier and parts of Charlotte County that include Punta Gorda & south. This includes direct supervision & mentorship of his branch field management team: Operations Manager, Account Managers and Patrol Manager. Rob is also responsible for client interaction, relationship building and issue follow up and resolution. Read More