Management Team
President: Dave Torgerson
General:
Dave has 20+ plus years of experience working with all types of Electronic Security Systems, from Residential Burglar Alarms to Enterprise Class Commercial Access Control and Video Systems. Dave has successfully held Security industry job titles as Service & Installation Technician, Service Coordinator/ Manager, Senior Project Manager, Branch Operations Manager, Branch General Manager and now currently serves as the President and Co-owner of Qualified Systems Contracting, Inc.
Professional Experience:
- State Certified Florida Electrical Contractor License Holder (Alarm Systems Contractor I)
- Certification in AutoCAD- Computer aided Drafting
- Certification in Primavera Project Planner- Project Management Software
- Successfully Project Managed nearly $17 Million worth of Systems Integration work since the beginning of Calendar year 2000.
- Successfully managed a single Systems Integration project of nearly $5 Million within the last 5 years.
- Manufacturer's factory certifications including Lenel, Software House, GE Security, Identicard, S2, American Dynamics, Pelco and Panasonic.
Vice President: Carl Stark
General:
Carl has 20+ years experience with Electronic Security Systems design, installation, service & maintenance. He has an honorable discharge from the US Navy where he began his studies as an Electronic Technician specializing in Electronic Security Systems Installation & Maintenance. He has served in every major position of a Security Integration Company (Installer, Service Tech, Project Manager, Sales & Engineering) and is currently the Vice President and Co-owner of Qualified Systems Contracting, Inc.
Professional Experience:
- US Navy Electronic Technician, Specialize in Electronic Security, Top Secret Security Clearance
- State of Florida Competency for Specialty Electrician, Classification - Fire Alarm Journeyman
- State of Florida Competency for Specialty Electrician, Classification - Burglar Alarm Journeyman
- State of Florida Electrical Contractors License - Alarm System Contractor I
- Integrated Security Network - Front Line Project Management Certification for Security Integrator
- American Society of Safety & Security (ASIS International) - Tampa Bay Chapter. Served as Secretary, Vice-Chairman, and Chairman. I.B. Hale Award Winner; currently serving on Past Chairman's Council.
- International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (I.A.H.S.S.) - Tampa Bay Chapter. Currently serving as Chapter Secretary & Elections Committee Chairman.
Operations Manager: Mike Andrews
General:
Mike has 17 years experience in the security industry. He started as a field technician working his way up to senior project manager in the field. Mike's experience is extensive, managing large scale installations for high profile clients in the healthcare, financial, law enforcement, public utilities, and technology sector. He managed multiple offices for a National Integrator before landing at Qualified Systems and becoming the Operations Manager.
Professional Experience:
- Design and installation of burglar alarms, video surveillance, intercoms, and card access systems.
- CSPM, Certified Security Project Manager Certification
- Managed several $1,000,000.00+ projects to meet budget and schedule.
- Supervised installation, service, and dispatch center departments at multiple locations for a National Integrator.
- Manufacturer's factory certifications including GE Security, Lenel, Honeywell, Genetec/Omnicast, Pelco & Panasonic.
Service Manager: Wes Bobo
General: Wes has 22 years Security Integration industry experience. He began his career in the sound and communications industry before becoming a Service Technician for a major regional Security Integrator. His primary responsibilities have included high end system troubleshooting, network & communications support, system programming and project commissioning. He is currently the Service Manager for Qualified Systems.
Professional Experience
- 10 years experience with component level repair of electronic equipment
- Service Manager for the last 10 years with leading companies in the Security Industry
- Extensive knowledge of most Access Control, CCTV and Intrusion systems, programming and administration.
- Manufacturer's factory certifications including GE Security, NiceVision, Lenel, Honeywell, Pelco, Panasonic, American Dynamics and Fiber Options.
Information Technology Manager: Bob Parke
General:
Bob has 10 years of experience in the security industry, and 17 years experience working in the information technology field. His primary area of focus is on all computer-related aspects of the industry. His responsibilities include the design, programming, and commissioning of mid- to high-end integrated systems; providing high-end technical support to clients and staff; and supplying customized end-user training packages.
Professional Experience:
- U.S. Marine Corps (retired) - Information Systems Management
- Application and database programming / administration
- Managed several $1,000,000.00+ projects to meet budget and schedule.
- On-site crew supervision
- Network & System Software Consulting Services
- Government, commercial and industrial projects (home and abroad)
- Manufacturer's factory certifications including Lenel, GE (General Electric), Software House and Pelco, Panasonic.
Administrative Services Manager: Diane Laprad
General:
Diane has been in the security industry for 15 years and is knowledgeable in all business administration phases of a Security Integrator. She was an Office Administrator for 8 years at a National Security Company. Diane is currently serving as the Administrative Services Manager at Qualified Systems Contracting, Inc.
Professional Experience:
- All stages of project management administration
- Purchasing Manager
- Payable and Receivables Management
- Service & Dispatching Department Administration
- In-House customer service and support
- Florida Notary
- Completed Inventory and Business Management Seminars-continued education
CONTACT US
TAMPA – Headquarters
6708 Benjamin Road, Suite 100
Tampa, FL 33634
Toll Free: 877-881-7724
Office: 813-885-3705
Fax: 866-306-1799
ORLANDO
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7830 Sand Lake Road, Suite 500
Orlando, FL 32819
Office: 407-351-3709
Fax: 866-497-7720
JACKSONVILLE
10151 Deerwood Park Blvd.
Building 200 Suite 250
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Office: 904-352-9187
Fax: 866-572-0575
CUSTOMER SERVICE 24/7
- Toll Free: 877-881-7724
- service@qualifiedsystems.net
