Security Awards 2023 7 the agency since its inauguration. He was a founding participant of the TSA Baggage Screening Investment Study and has contributed to multiple versions of the previously mentioned PGDS, both as a charter member of the Industry Working Group and as manager of the task order responsible for updating the document. Furthermore, as a former member of the Washington Homeland Security Roundtable’s Deployment, Systems, Engineering and Acquisition focus groups, Larry collaborated with the TSA in the development of its five-year technology investment plan, which was formulated in response to the Transportation Security Acquisition Reform Act (2014). With extensive experience managing projects involving both baggage handling systems and checked baggage inspection systems, Larry’s highly effective leadership skills have proven valuable in the foundation of STS and has no doubt contributed to its quick success. He aims to instil a key selection of core principles in his project teams at STS, particularly time and cost management, quality and risk management, and effective communication. Through this, he has created a company of experienced and skilled individuals headed by a capable leader who knows how to enhance their abilities, ultimately driving the business to success. As a rapidly growing company, STS has faced the challenges of recruiting industry professionals to support its increasing needs as the business undergoes expansion. To tackle this, STS has worked to sustain a 100% employee retention rate since its foundation, aside from one retirement. With this in mind, it is unsurprising that the company understands the value of maintaining a positive internal culture, prioritising teamwork and championing diversity in ethnicity and social status as well as in previous experience and educational discipline. Hiring people with experience in design, installation, engineering, and other useful areas, diversity truly is a strength of the team at STS. The positive working environment the company fosters is undoubtedly attractive to potential new hires, so it makes sure to keep this at the centre of everything it does. Thanks to its industry-leading consultation and project management services in aviation security, Studdiford Technical Solutions, LLC, has won Leading Transportation Security Services Provider, Virginia, in the Security Awards 2023. Moving forwards, the company anticipates growth and is working on plans to increase its offerings with new areas of expertise. Since its foundation, it has grown consistently year on year. Larry comments, “Although I expects this rate to slow, with targeted recruitment and recurring client realisation, I am cautiously optimistic that a minimum of 15% growth per year is not unrealistic.” Contact: Larry Studdiford Company: Studdiford Technical Solutions, LLC Web Address: www.studdifordtech.com
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