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Portfolio News May 31, 2024

Trackforce Valiant Welcomes Byron McDuffee as New Chief Executive Officer

Trackforce Valiant, a category leader in physical security workforce management software, today announced the appointment of Byron McDuffee as Chief Executive Officer.
Trackforce Valiant Welcomes Byron McDuffee as New Chief Executive Officer

Tech veteran to lead the next stage of company growth for industry leader in security workforce management

SAN DIEGO, CA — May 29, 2024 — Trackforce Valiant, a category leader in physical security workforce management software, today announced the appointment of Byron McDuffee as Chief Executive Officer. McDuffee brings over 20 years of experience in technology leadership, driving growth and innovation.  

“I am thrilled to join Trackforce Valiant’s talented team and contribute to our mission of delivering top-tier security management solutions,” said McDuffee. “I’m eager to build on our strong foundation and drive innovation to meet the evolving needs of our customers and industry.”

In his new role, McDuffee will lead the company’s continued global expansion and enhancement of its security management solutions. Prior to joining Trackforce Valiant, McDuffee served as CEO of Elm Street Technologies and COO of DealerSocket, with executive roles at Equifax, CDK Global, and ADP.

“Byron’s deep understanding of the technology landscape makes him an excellent fit for Trackforce Valiant, said Mike Velcich, Partner at K1 Investment Management. “His strategic vision and focus on customer-centric solutions aligns with our goals of accelerated growth and innovation.”

Under McDuffee’s leadership, Trackforce Valiant will continue on its mission of delivering exceptional service and cutting-edge technology to clients worldwide, empowering them with tools to manage security operations effectively and efficiently.

For more information about Trackforce Valiant’s industry-leading physical security workforce management solutions, visit trackforcevaliant.com/.

About Trackforce Valiant

Trackforce Valiant is a leading provider of physical security management software solutions. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, Trackforce Valiant empowers security professionals worldwide with world-class web and mobile services designed to streamline security operations. For more information, visit trackforcevaliant.com.

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