GardaWorld is the world's largest privately-owned security company, operating across North America, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia with more than 132,000 employees. Founded in 1995 by Stephan Crétier, the company provides integrated security solutions that combine highly trained security professionals with AI-enabled technologies to protect people, assets, and operations in complex environments. The company serves Fortune 500 corporations, governments, and influential individuals worldwide.
GardaWorld's service portfolio spans physical security, cash management and logistics, crisis response, and risk management advisory. The company's approach integrates human expertise with technological capability, distinguishing it from competitors that rely primarily on either personnel or systems alone. Its cash management operations handle the transportation and securing of currency for financial institutions and commercial enterprises across multiple continents.
The company emphasises hiring, training, and supporting security professionals as a core differentiator. Grounded in the values of Integrity, Trust, Vigilance, and Respect, GardaWorld has expanded from its founding through strategic innovation and targeted acquisitions. The breadth of its geographic footprint and client base reflects its positioning as a comprehensive security partner for large-scale, multinational operations requiring coordinated responses across borders and complex risk environments.