I’m really excited to be a part of the famous LRG Team. In life I have been given many great opportunities to learn and be a part of different jobs, but I have never come across anything more exciting and interesting than the field of technology. With that being said, there will always be something new to learn with this amazing company. I am a person who believes in family, helping others, and striving to be the best you can be in life. I want to be the best I can be not only for my team mates, but also for our customers. It is my goal to ensure that our customers are provided a solution and an answer to any questions or needs they have.

Like some of us in the industry, I am a second generation security guy.  My father, Joe Lanier, started an alarm installation company after a career as a policeman. This was a common practice back in the 60's and 70's for those looking for a better paying career. After responding to so many alarms and knowing that those installing companies were getting revenue from them, he decided to jump in. His company, LaMarCo was started back in 1968. I remember running some service calls on the weekends and fetching tools for him, but as importantly wanting to better understand how the devices and systems worked because of that experience.  Joe and others started Defensive Security in 1973 and my exposure to wholesale distribution began. From working the shipping department to taking orders over the phone, I was hooked with being involved in the supply chain of this industry.

Don joined LRG after many successful years in the federal security world, supporting high-value, high-consequence sites of the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security and other agencies.  His career in security and access control began at college in Lafayette, Indiana, as a central station monitor for the leading local alarm dealer. Since then he has held lead sales and marketing positions in both small firms and multinational corporations.  Don’s “customer first” approach serves the Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska , and northern Kansas region, including the greater Kansas City area, from his base in suburban St. Louis.

I have always enjoyed a career in the ever-changing field of electronics. For the last 30+ years I have been a manufacturer’s representative and in this time I have seen my share of change. One thing that has not changed over time is the importance in being responsive, creative and to be authentic in what I do. I am glad to be a part of LRG, a company that shares and excels with those same values and is on the cutting-edge of the industry as manufacturers’ representatives. I am always enthusiastic about the products I represent and I look forward to providing my clients with the quality service they deserve. I have lived in Minnesota my entire life (snow only bothers me in April) and call this home. For LRG, I work the Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and western Wisconsin territories.

Jon has over 19 years of experience in the Fire & Security Industry with extensive knowledge of Fire Alarm, Access Control, CCTV & Intrusion systems. Beginning his career as an installation apprentice and evolving into positions including Installer, Service Technician, Installation Manager and Project Manager, he has managed large projects and high profile end users across multiple States. His knowledge in these areas will provide real solutions for our dealers and help create new relationships with future clients. A Native of Louisiana, Jon and his family are proud to be part of the Who Dat Nation legion of New Orleans Saints fans. 

Central and South Texas Area Introduction

June 2019 - LRG, inc, a factory rep firm for the electronic security business, is pleased to announce the addition of two new business partners, Willie Marquez and Shay Northcutt. They come to LRG to cover the Central and South Texas area. 

Marquez, Regional Sales Manager, comes with an extensive background in the security business, having over 20 years of experience.  His journey allowed him to learn all aspects of the business and develop strong relationships and product knowledge in the field.

Northcutt supports Marquez as an Inside Sales Representative. She provides needed product research expertise and a strength in building strong professional relationships. Based at the Support Center in Jasper, she will support Marquez who is based in Devine.

 I am excited to join the LRG team. My experience has been in the aerospace industry, but I have also spent time in Real Estate and retail. I have always been a numbers kind of person. I grew up in Vermont, went to college in upstate New York, spent 25 years Los Angeles, CA. Then I moved to CO where I lived for 9 years. I moved to Jasper two years ago and am still trying to get used to the heat and humidity.  I look forward to learning more about LRG and its partners.

The security industry is a family tradition! Not only do I have 42 years in the security business, I am a second generation family member of a third generation in the industry! I decided to follow in my Dad’s footsteps and learn this business from the ground up. I spent 15 years on the manufacturing side with select top tier factories, 15 years as a dealer, and four years in distribution.

After knowing and working with many different independent manufacturer representatives through the years, it looked like something I might want to try next. Finally, in 2010 I hired on with an established manufacturer’s rep firm to further my education and support for all of you in this channel.

I am proud to say that I am a Regional Sales Representative for LRG inc in New Mexico, Colorado and West Texas! I love my job and enjoy working with everyone associated with the industry!

Steve Reddington brings over 25 years of security, safety and automation experience to LRG. He brings a wealth of industry experience to LRG, having worked with manufacturers, distribution, consultants, and end users. Most recently, Steve was a Regional Sales Manager for Leviton Manufacturing Co., Security & Automation, and before that worked with TKH Security, a manufacturer of security products. Steve has also previously been owner of his own security company, Advanced Security & Safety Products Co., located in the Chicago area. Steve lives in Des Plaines, IL and has a wife, Kristy and four boys.

I am enthusiastic to begin a new chapter at LRG as the Regional Sales Manager of the Central/South Texas Region. I come to LRG from Anixter in San Antonio, where I spent almost seven years as an Account Executive and a Business Development Manager. Having over 20 years in the security business, I spent many years on the integrator side. With my professional network and product knowledge, I look forward to creating new relationships and providing solutions to the dealers and integrators, as well as creating a bond with my new LRG family.