February 29th, 2012
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (February 29, 2012) – LSS Life Safety Services (LSS) recently hired Meghan Arrell as their Northeast Account Manager servicing New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington D.C., and Delaware. Meghan will be responsible for consulting, educating and training facility managers and engineers about the importance of Passive Fire Protection safety in her respective territory.
“We are very excited to have Meghan join LSS”, said Michael Lohr, Director of National Service Sales. “Her background as a Manager of Customer Relations and Company Communications for a large Auto Manufacturer gives her a unique skill set to help satisfy customer needs and develop strong customer relationships for life. Her high energy, extremely positive attitude and good business acumen make her a perfect addition to the sales team, “said Lohr.
“The more I learned about this position, the more I understood how well it encapsulated my many interests and professional experiences,” said Arrell. “I realized that the many municipal meetings I covered as a reporter and my legal experience would be a great aid in understanding the many codes governing this type of work. Additionally, my work in consumer relations and real estate fueled my desire to work for a corporation providing the best possible services to those it partners with.”
Ms. Arrell is a 2008 graduate of the University of Kentucky and is currently working on her Master’s of Arts from Gonzaga University with a focus in Crisis Communication Planning & Prevention. “My education in Crisis Communication (planning and prevention) has made me acutely aware of the never-ending potential for crisis,” said Arrell. “Although all have the opportunity to manage crisis, the best way for a business to safeguard is to prepare for every ‘worst case’ scenario. I firmly believe that the best plans are always preemptive and I look forward to working for a company that was founded upon preserving life safety and fire containment and deterrence.”
LSS Life Safety Services specializes in fire damper testing, fire and smoke damper inspections, fire door inspections, fire stop installation and firestopping surveys. Considered a leader in the fire safety industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to commercial facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®.
For additional information about LSS Life Safety Services, please contact lwood@lifesafetyservices.com.
January 18th, 2012
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (January 19, 2012) – LSS Life Safety Services is pleased to announce that Stephanie Hilbert has recently joined the company as a Client Report Specialist. Stephanie will be responsible for producing and assembling client reports, the main deliverable for the company, as well as handling other administrative and operational duties.
“Stephanie is going to be a great asset to LSS Life Safety Services, “said Lisa Campbell, Office Manager. “Her professionalism and eagerness to learn reflects on her everyday duties and what she has to offer our company. When LSS hires, we hire the best, and Stephanie is one of them.”
Mrs. Hilbert served in the United States Air Force for seven years as a Personnel Manager with over two years concentration in finance. In addition, she has over a decade in customer service experience.
“I am thrilled to be part of a team that values service and is committed to excellence. The fact that LSS champions safety and service reflects an important value I honor in my family,” said Hilbert. “Safety does not happen by accident at home or in the workplace – and to know that LSS is on the cutting edge of providing safety services for healthcare, education and commercial facilities, makes me proud to be a member of the team.”
LSS Life Safety Services is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky and is currently doing business in all fifty states, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
About LSS Life Safety Services:
LSS Life Safety Services specializes in fire damper testing, fire and smoke damper inspections, damper repairs, fire door inspections, firestop installation and firestopping surveys. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to Commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®.
For additional information about LSS Life Safety Services, please contact lwood@lifesafetyservices.com.
October 31st, 2011
Fire Damper Testing Company Makes list of Fastest-Growing Privately Owned Companies for the Fourth Consecutive Year
LOUISVILLE, KY. (November 1, 2011) – LSS Life Safety Services, an industry leader in passive fire protection inspection services such as fire and smoke damper inspections, firestopping and fire door inspections, has been awarded a position on Business First’s “Fast Fifty” list for the fourth consecutive year. The “Fast Fifty” is an award that honors the fifty fastest-growing independent and privately held companies in the Greater Louisville area. The Fast Fifty companies must be independent, for-profit and privately held while having an average of at least $1 million in revenue for the three most recent years.
Business First’s Fast 50 Program honors the 50 fastest-growing independent and privately held companies in the Greater Louisville area. The Fast 50 companies must privately held and have an average of at least $1 million in sales revenue for the past three years. The company must also be headquartered in Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Meade, Nelson, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer or Trimble counties in Kentucky, or Clark, Floyd, Harrison or Washington counties in Indiana.
“I’m extremely proud of the LSS team and am the first to admit that we can’t accomplish great things without great people, “said Craig Rutledge, owner of LSS Life Safety Services. “We are constantly looking for ways to grow our company and create more jobs for our community despite the many economic hurdles out there. Look for even more exciting things from the LSS team in the year to come.”
LSS Life Safety Services has sustained significant growth for fourth consecutive years by staying aggressive in marketing even during a down economy. Additionally, the sales and marketing teams have focused on expanding their base of large national accounts.
For more information about LSS Life Safety Services, please call 1-888-675-4519 or visit http://www.lifesafetyservices.com
About LSS Life Safety Services
LSS Life Safety Services specializes in the inspection and repair of fire and smoke dampers, fire doors and fire stop survey and installation services in commercial facilities. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to Commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®
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October 18th, 2011
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (October 17th, 2011) – LSS Life Safety Services is pleased to announce that Thomas J. Cox has recently joined the company as Account Executive based out of Las Vegas, Nevada. Thomas will be developing and managing the Western Region including Nevada, Utah, California, Arizona and Hawaii. He will also be responsible for educating fire officials, facility managers, and other fire protection professionals on the importance of passive fire protection.
“We are extremely pleased to have “T.J.” join our LSS team. He has a very diverse background in professional selling within the financial, automotive, and internet industries.” said Michael Lohr, National Director of Service Sales.
Mr. Cox has over a decade of Sales and Marketing experience in the commercial sector which will lend itself well to the key vertical markets that we serve.
“Joining LSS Life Safety Services is a dream come true. To be part of a rapidly growing company that has very solid plans for the future is just amazing. This is a wonderful opportunity for me and my family. I am excited about the products and services LSS has to offer, and the difference they make. To find this level of passion and dedication from a national company is unbelievable. It just doesn’t get any better.”
LSS Life Safety Services is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky and is currently doing business in all fifty states, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
About LSS Life Safety Services:
LSS Life Safety Services specializes in the inspection and repair of fire and smoke dampers, fire doors and fire stop survey and installation services in commercial facilities. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to Commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®.
For additional information about LSS Life Safety Services, please contact lwood@lifesafetyservices.com.
October 3rd, 2011
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (October 3, 2011) –LSS Life Safety Services, an industry leader in Passive Fire Protection Inspection services such as fire and smoke damper inspections, firestopping and fire door inspections, announced today the addition of Suzanna Stephan as the Account Executive for their new Dallas based office. Mrs. Stephan was hired to continue to build business relationships on behalf of LSS Life Safety Service and to consult, educate and train facility managers and engineers on Passive Fire Protection safety in the Texas and Oklahoma markets.
“We are extremely excited about our latest stride in expanding our business. Our new office in Texas will further enhance our business relationships across the country, and will bring LSS’ expertise even closer to the facilities that need help maintaining their passive fire protection systems”, said Craig Rutledge, owner of LSS Life Safety Services. “Suzanna brings with her substantial sales experience working in a variety of different markets. We are really excited to have her as part of our growing sales and marketing team.”
“I’m extremely excited to have joined the LSS team”, said Stephan. “It is important to me to work within an organization that has a commitment to quality, superior customer service and that operates with integrity. LSS brings all these pieces together – great people with a commitment to life safety, outstanding customer service and a passion for being the best in the industry. It’s a great opportunity.”
For more information about LSS Life Safety Services, please call Lori Wood at 1-888-675-4519 or by e-mail, lwood@lifesafetyservices.com.
About Life Safety Services:
LSS Life Safety Services specializes in the inspection and repair of fire and smoke dampers, fire doors and fire stop survey and installation services in commercial facilities. Considered a leader in the Fire Safety Industry, LSS Life Safety Services’ has made a commitment to Commercial Facilities to provide specialized passive fire protection inspections of the highest quality to ensure compliance with NFPA’s critical Life Safety Code®