Business Details
14 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Security Services in New Orleans
NOLA Protection Group has served New Orleans and the Gulf South since 2012, establishing itself as a trusted provider of comprehensive security solutions. Rooted in south Louisiana, we specialize in personalized protection for businesses, individuals, and events, combining experienced personnel with state-of-the-art technology. Our services have expanded from film and television industry security to include commercial security, neighborhood protection, special event security, executive protection, and mobile surveillance. We maintain a strong commitment to customer service, attention to detail, and contractor reliability, ensuring resources are efficiently monitored and protected across diverse sectors. Our team holds certifications from the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners and participates in industry organizations like ASIS International.We provide crisis prevention training, verbal de-escalation techniques, and emergency response certifications, demonstrating expertise in mitigating risks and enhancing safety. With operations spanning New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and southeastern Louisiana, we serve auto dealerships, healthcare facilities, industrial plants, and entertainment venues. Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in security operations, military service, and film industry logistics, ensuring tailored solutions for complex security challenges. We maintain affiliations with local business associations and community initiatives, reinforcing our commitment to regional safety. In every engagement, we prioritize professional reliability and technological innovation to deliver exceptional security outcomes.
Services
Commercial Security
Special Event Security
Executive Protection
Film & TV Security
Mobile Surveillance
Neighborhood Security
Checkpoint Security
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We deploy Louisiana-licensed security professionals with specialized industry certifications
- Our team includes military veterans and former film industry logistics experts
- We utilize state-of-the-art surveillance technology including LVT Mobile Camera Towers
- We provide 24/7 emergency response capabilities across southeastern Louisiana
- Our security personnel receive ongoing training in crisis prevention and emergency response
Associations and certifications
- Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners
- ASIS International
Services
Commercial Security
Our commercial security services protect businesses across diverse sectors including healthcare, finance, and industrial operations. We deploy trained security personnel with advanced monitoring technology to safeguard facilities, assets, and personnel. Our customized solutions address specific risks while maintaining operational efficiency for corporate clients.
Special Event Security
We provide comprehensive security for concerts, sporting events, and festivals throughout Louisiana. Our services include crowd control, access management, and emergency response planning. With experience at major events like Saints games and international music productions, we ensure safety without compromising guest experience.
Executive Protection
Our executive protection services offer discreet security solutions for high-profile individuals. We combine threat assessment, route planning, and close protection to maintain client privacy while mitigating risks. Services include residential security assessments and 24/7 protection for travel and public appearances.
Film & Television Security
We specialize in securing film and television productions across New Orleans. Our services protect cast, crew, and equipment while maintaining production schedules. With over 100 entertainment industry projects completed, we understand the unique security needs of Hollywood South productions.
Mobile Camera Towers
Our LVT mobile camera towers provide rapid-deployment surveillance solutions for temporary and permanent security needs. These units offer live streaming, remote control, and integrated communication systems. Ideal for parking lots, construction sites, and special events requiring enhanced monitoring capabilities.
People
Frank Quinn
Owner
Co-founder and owner with Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners certification. Focuses on client relations and contract coordination. Holds hospitality administration degree from Florida State University.
Darrell Dumestre
Managing Partner
Co-founder with entertainment industry expertise. Oversees equipment sales, security fleet, and event development. Certified Louisiana Unarmed Security Officer with Nicholls State University education.
Thomas Quinn
Chief Operations Officer
Operations leader with 20+ years of national organizational leadership experience. Specializes in scaling security operations while maintaining service quality standards for complex client requirements.
Michael Mattson
Director of Operations
Former US Coast Guard officer with 20 years of maritime security leadership. Expert in port security and emergency response operations. Oversees Baton Rouge and New Orleans operations management.
Nick Biron
Director of Business Development
Former film industry location manager with 20+ years of production logistics experience. Specializes in security coordination for high-profile events and entertainment productions across the United States.
Questions
What security services do you offer in New Orleans?
We provide commercial security, special event protection, executive services, film production security, and mobile surveillance solutions across southeastern Louisiana.
Are your security personnel licensed and trained?
All staff hold Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners certifications with ongoing training in emergency response and crisis management protocols.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency security services?
Yes, our team offers round-the-clock emergency response capabilities for urgent security needs and critical incidents.
How do you handle large event security requirements?
We deploy specialized teams with access control, crowd management, and threat assessment capabilities tailored to event size and complexity.
What technology do you use for surveillance?
We utilize LVT Mobile Camera Towers with live streaming, remote control, and integrated communication systems for comprehensive monitoring.
Can you provide security for film productions?
Yes, we specialize in entertainment industry security with experience protecting over 100 film and television projects in New Orleans.
Reviews (2)
Chris Girard
Jun 19, 2020
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I been working for this company for almost 5 years. Hand a down one of the best company's to work for. Get to enjoy alot of different events exc
Demetrius Smith
Nov 14, 2018
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Good place to help if you need money lot of things you got to deal with in order to keep up and maintain
