Gallagher Security blends innovation & solidarity at GSX 2025
Gallagher Security highlighted its focus on connection, people, and purpose during its presence at GSX 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The company's approach at the event centred on engaging with customers, partners, and colleagues within the security sector.
Matt Butts, Executive Vice President - the Americas, emphasised that such engagement reflects both industry expectations and organisational strategy.
"We're at our best when we're connecting with end customers, partners, and peers," he explains. "The energy we felt at GSX tells us that we're making the right decisions as an organization and that listening with intent, designing for real-world needs, and turning feedback into action are how we build solutions that truly make a difference."
One of the principal technologies discussed at the event was QuickSwitch, a solution intended to facilitate the upgrade of access control systems. Security professionals expressed interest in QuickSwitch's ability to simplify the migration process, allowing organisations to enhance their systems without undergoing costly and disruptive replacements.
Butts elaborated on the impact QuickSwitch might have for businesses, particularly in the current financial climate.
"QuickSwitch is a new kind of upgrade," says Matt. "It keeps systems online, trims costs, and turns what used to be a disruptive capital project into a planned, manageable improvement. Research from our upcoming 2026 Trends Report tells us that upgrades are the top security priority for businesses, but budgets often stand in the way. QuickSwitch circumvents these obstacles and helps organizations modernize within business constraints."
The broader industry trend, according to Gallagher Security, demonstrates that while companies are keen to prioritise security upgrades, financial concerns often pose a challenge.
QuickSwitch's design aims to address these business challenges, offering what the company describes as a more manageable path to modernisation without significant downtime.
Community focus
Beyond technology, Gallagher Security's GSX presence incorporated its Security Meets Solidarity initiative, which supports the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and draws attention to women's health issues within the sector. This campaign received notable attention, facilitated by branded apparel and personal engagement throughout the event.
Melissa Vidakovic, Director of Marketing - the Americas, highlighted the significance of the response from event participants.
"Our Security Meets Solidarity initiative really struck a chord with attendees," she says. "From the t-shirts on the stand to the stories people shared, it was a memorable feature of our booth this year. In fact, we had several meaningful interactions with people outside our typical Gallagher network who told us that we show up differently - both visually and where it matters most - because of initiatives like this. For me, that feedback was the highlight of our show because it means our commitment to people and purpose is being clearly felt throughout the industry."
The company communicated that donations for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation remain open, and limited-edition t-shirts supporting the initiative are available for purchase online.
Sector perspective
Reflecting on the broader significance of the company's activity at the event, Butts reiterated that technology remains only part of the equation for building progress within the security industry.
"This year's GSX captured everything Gallagher stands for: innovation, integrity, and genuine connection," he says. "We left New Orleans inspired by the people we met, the stories we heard, and the impact we created together. That's the kind of momentum that carries well beyond the show floor."
At GSX 2025, Gallagher Security drew attention to the combination of solution development and social responsibility, presenting both its technological offerings and its investment in sector-wide inclusion and health awareness.
