At Zeus Fire and Security, honoring our veterans isn’t just a once-a-year tradition—it’s a daily commitment. In this Veterans Day special of The 3Ps Podcast, host Scott R. Elkins sits down with U.S. Coast Guard veteran and Zeus Manager of Operational Excellence, Thomas Blue.

Blue shares his powerful journey from first-generation college student to Coast Guard Officer to fire and life safety professional. Together, they discuss the meaning of service, the importance of remembrance, and how veterans continue to strengthen organizations like Zeus every day.

You’ll also learn the meaning behind the POW/MIA remembrance table, the Zeus Challenge Coin, and what it truly means to live by the motto “So others may live.”

🎖️ Watch this episode to:

• Hear Blue’s inspiring path of perseverance and leadership.
• Discover how military values of integrity, accountability, and unity drive excellence at Zeus.
• Learn simple, meaningful ways to honor and support veterans year-round.

📅 This Veterans Day and every day, we thank those who serve to protect the freedom of our nation.

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Links:

Website: https://zeusfireandsecurity.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zeus-fire-and-security/

Learn more about ZeusAI: www.zeusfireandsecurity.com/zeusai

About Zeus Fire and Security

Zeus Fire and Security was established in 2022 to build a national network of fire protection and security providers recognized for execution excellence across a variety of service lines and end markets. Zeus addresses customers’ fire protection and security needs through a broad array of services from mission critical fire system installation, testing, and inspection to physical security system installation and video monitoring. Zeus was established with the purpose of partnering with industry-leading fire and security operators who are seeking a collaborative growth partner dedicated to inspiring and accelerating the long-term growth of business and team members. Zeus operates Alert Alarm and Security Resources Pacific of Hawaii, SMG Security of Illinois, national-account provider UAS, Independent Alarm of New Jersey, PASS Fire and Security of Missouri, Martin Systems of Wisconsin, Bayside Fire and Security and Absolute Security Group of Maryland, and Gallaher of Tennessee. For more information, please visit https://www.zeusfireandsecurity.com.

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First published: November 11, 2025

This podcast episode is not sponsored. All views and opinions expressed are our own.

In this episode of The 3P’s Podcast, Zeus Fire and Security CEO, Scott R. Elkins sits down with Alyssa Eagan, Vice President of Human Resources, to discuss what it takes to build a people-first culture across a growing national organization.

From leading integrations during acquisitions to creating scalable HR systems that empower every employee, Alyssa shares how her team supports Zeus’ mission to protect People, Property, and Profits—by starting with people first.

They explore:

• The power of trust and relationships in effective HR
• How shared services create consistency and scalability
• Recruiting and developing top talent in a competitive industry
• Why culture and diversity of thought drive innovation and growth

Whether you’re a leader, business owner, or part of a growing team, this episode offers real-world insights into building a culture that scales.

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Links:

Website: https://zeusfireandsecurity.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zeus-fire-and-security/

Learn more about ZeusAI: www.zeusfireandsecurity.com/zeusai

About Zeus Fire and Security

Zeus Fire and Security was established in 2022 to build a national network of fire protection and security providers recognized for execution excellence across a variety of service lines and end markets. Zeus addresses customers’ fire protection and security needs through a broad array of services from mission critical fire system installation, testing, and inspection to physical security system installation and video monitoring. Zeus was established with the purpose of partnering with industry-leading fire and security operators who are seeking a collaborative growth partner dedicated to inspiring and accelerating the long-term growth of business and team members. Zeus operates Alert Alarm and Security Resources Pacific of Hawaii, SMG Security of Illinois, national-account provider UAS, Independent Alarm of New Jersey, PASS Fire and Security of Missouri, Martin Systems of Wisconsin, Bayside Fire and Security and Absolute Security Group of Maryland, and Gallaher of Tennessee. For more information, please visit https://www.zeusfireandsecurity.com.

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First published: November 4, 2025

This podcast episode is not sponsored. All views and opinions expressed are our own.

In this episode of The 3P’s Podcast, Zeus Fire and Security CEO, Scott R. Elkins, sits down with Chris McGurk, Vice President of National Sales, to talk about what it takes to build scalable, high-performing sales teams in today’s evolving fire and security industry.

Chris leads Zeus’ national accounts division, helping protect over $15 billion in commercial assets. Together, Scott and Chris share lessons from nearly two decades of working side by side — from the early days at UAS to building Zeus into a nationwide platform of trusted life-safety providers.

Key takeaways from this episode:

• How data, technology, and Salesforce have revolutionized sales leadership
• Why leading indicators matter more than lagging metrics
• The shift from selling on price to selling on value
• How Zeus uses technology to empower local teams and scale smarter
• The evolution of the fire and security industry — from loss prevention to operational intelligence

Whether you’re a business owner, sales leader, or industry professional, this episode offers practical insights on growth, leadership, and the future of life safety.

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Links:

Website: https://zeusfireandsecurity.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zeus-fire-and-security/

Learn more about ZeusAI: www.zeusfireandsecurity.com/zeusai

About Zeus Fire and Security

Zeus Fire and Security was established in 2022 to build a national network of fire protection and security providers recognized for execution excellence across a variety of service lines and end markets. Zeus addresses customers’ fire protection and security needs through a broad array of services from mission critical fire system installation, testing, and inspection to physical security system installation and video monitoring. Zeus was established with the purpose of partnering with industry-leading fire and security operators who are seeking a collaborative growth partner dedicated to inspiring and accelerating the long-term growth of business and team members. Zeus operates Alert Alarm and Security Resources Pacific of Hawaii, SMG Security of Illinois, national-account provider UAS, Independent Alarm of New Jersey, PASS Fire and Security of Missouri, Martin Systems of Wisconsin, Bayside Fire and Security and Absolute Security Group of Maryland, and Gallaher of Tennessee. For more information, please visit https://www.zeusfireandsecurity.com.

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First published: October 29, 2025

This podcast episode is not sponsored. All views and opinions expressed are our own.