Professional Profile: Steven DeArruda, 2013

Name: Steven DeArruda Title: Senior Security Systems Designer Company: Business Protection Specialists, Inc. Business Protection Specialists, Inc. specializes in helping companies prevent crime and reduce threats through risk assessments, security surveys and security system design and implementation. Location: Corporate Headquarters: Victor, NY, Coverage: North America. I telecommute from my Lakeville, MA residence. Education: I am an experienced professional with over 28 years in the electronic security industry covering commercial, industrial and residential applications in varied vertical markets. I have a broad knowledge of security and lighting systems, applications and integrations across a multiple vendor platform. My primary areas of expertise are: Electrical Systems Design, Security Systems Design, Security Systems Engineering, Security System Implementation, Project Management, Electrical and Building Code (Egress) Compliance, Personnel Training First job in real estate or allied field: Electrical Apprentice for Westbridge Electric What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? Professional security system evaluation and design and project management. I envision continuing in this line of work in the future. How do you unwind from a busy day in real estate? Enjoy a glass of wine on the couch with my dogs. Favorite book or author: Book: "The Last Dive" Favorite movie: "The Soloist" Last song you downloaded? Jimmy Buffett Live album One word to describe your work environment: Busy Rules to live by in business: Do what you say you are going to do when you say you are going to do it. If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead) who would it be and where would you go? Warren Buffett; at a casual beach bar go get him out of his element. What is your dream job? Merchant Marine Ship Captain