Monitronics International Welcomes New Sales and Dealer Development VP
DALLAS (November 11, 2008) – Monitronics, a top U.S. security company, has appointed Steve Baker as Vice President of Sales and Dealer Development. He brings 25 years of experience in the areas of business development, sales and executive management within the security industry.
As Vice President of Sales and Dealer Development at Monitronics, Baker is charged with all facets of sales, including overall strategy, new market segments, and managing the existing dealer base. His goal is to continue to grow the Monitronics dealer base by recruiting high-quality dealers and providing them with an exceptional service /experience.
Baker served as Director of Business Development and Dealer Relations with ADT. During his first 13 years in the security industry, Baker worked for Westec Security in Southern California in all areas of the company. During his career, Baker has worked with dealers closely and worked to grow dealer bases and implement successful dealer programs.
“We are extremely pleased to have Steve join Monitronics at this stage of our company’s development,” says Mike Haislip, CEO. “His extensive knowledge and experience will help us take advantage of the many opportunities we see in the security industry. “
About Monitronics:
Monitronics is one of the largest, fastest-growing home security companies in the U.S. Headquartered in Dallas, the company provides nationwide security system design, installation, and alarm monitoring services to more than 700,000 residential customers and commercial clients through its trusted network of independent, authorized dealers.
Monitronics, a member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), is the largest independently owned business and home security company in the U.S. and is the industry leader in Two-Way Interactive Audio Verification monitoring. Monitronics’ state-of-the-art, UL-listed alarm monitoring central station meets or exceeds all UL and NFPA standards
Monitronics has been honored by Inc. magazine as one of the fastest growing privately held home security companies in the country, achieving Inc. 500 status for a record seven consecutive years. Monitronics was also tapped as Frost & Sullivan’s 2008 security Provider of the Year.