{"id":263340,"date":"2026-04-23T21:32:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T21:32:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/263340\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T21:32:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T21:32:12","slug":"amarok-acquires-45-stake-in-dallas-evolon-technology-dallas-innovates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/263340\/","title":{"rendered":"AMAROK Acquires 45% Stake in\u00a0Dallas\u2019 Evolon Technology \u00bb Dallas Innovates"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In July 2024, Evolon announced the launch of Insites 2.0, the then-latest major release of its proactive video surveillance and monitoring platform. [Photo: Evolon Technology]<\/p>\n

\u00a0AMAROK, a Columbia, South Carolina-based company specializing in electric security fencing for commercial businesses, has acquired a 45% stake in Dallas\u2019 Evolon Technology, which provides AI-powered video monitoring and virtual guarding solutions.<\/p>\n

The partnership combines perimeter defense and AI-powered monitoring to eliminate threats, reduce losses, and offer better outcomes for customers.<\/p>\n

Evolon CEO Tom Galvin said AMAROK \u201cshares our conviction about the future of perimeter security: intelligent, highly integrated, and built around the people who rely on it.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis investment accelerates a roadmap we\u2019re deeply excited about\u2014unifying proven perimeter defense with AI-driven monitoring into a single, seamless experience for the security teams who depend on it every day,\u201d he added in a statement, \u201cAMAROK is exactly the partner we hoped to find.\u201d<\/p>\n

AMAROK said that the investment strengthens its commitment to providing best-in-class, layered solutions to customers nationwide as threats to commercial organizations continue to rise in frequency and sophistication.<\/p>\n

Combining physical & virtual security sytems<\/p>\n

By combining AMAROK\u2019s electric fencing systems with Evolon\u2019s AI-enabled video surveillance and virtual guarding technology, customers get a state-of-the-art, comprehensive perimeter security solution bolstered by real-time visibility and proactive threat detection, AMAROK said. Bringing the physical and virtual systems together offers \u201ca truly layered, intelligent security solution,\u201d the companies said, unifying The Electric Guard Dog Fence, AI-powered camera detection, gate access, and monitoring into one seamless package for customers.<\/p>\n

AMAROK initiated the partnership by first implementing Evolon\u2019s technology within its own security ecosystem. After thorough technical evaluation and real-world application, AMAROK opted to deepen the relationship through strategic investment, highlighting its confidence in Evolon\u2019s technology and vision, the companies said.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom day one, our focus has been clear: to build the ultimate perimeter security solution in North America,\u201d said\u00a0Mark Wesley, CEO of AMAROK. \u201cOur investment in Evolon is a natural extension of that commitment. After experiencing the power of its AI-driven virtual guarding technology in our own operations, we recognized the critical role it will play in the future of commercial security.\u201d<\/p>\n

He added, \u201cBy combining our proven perimeter defense system with Evolon\u2019s intelligent monitoring, we are strengthening our ability to protect customers from the outside in. Just as important, this investment allows us to continue raising the bar for the customer experience by delivering smarter, more proactive protection and greater peace of mind.\u201d<\/p>\n

New board members and redefining perimeter security<\/p>\n

With this investment, AMAROK has appointed two directors to Evolon\u2019s board of directors.<\/p>\n

Nathan Leaphart, AMAROK\u2019s CFO since 2007, has been appointed to the board. He\u2019s responsible for the company\u2019s financial strategy and execution, compliance, government relations, and legal functions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Hayelom Tadesse has been appointed to the board as well. He serves as AMAROK\u2019s SVP of strategy and continuous improvement, overseeing enterprise strategy, transformation programs, operations, product development, research and development, and mergers and acquisitions.<\/p>\n

AMAROK\u2019s strategic expansion and Evolon\u2019s continued growth enhance a shared vision to redefine perimeter security in North America, the companies said. The investment positions AMAROK and Evolon to boost innovation, grow their combined market footprint, and provide more intelligent, integrated security solutions. The companies said that the partnership strengthens their ability to protect commercial businesses against today\u2019s complex threat landscape while delivering long-term value for customers, partners, and stakeholders.<\/p>\n

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