About Us
Leadership in Every Detail. Protection at Every Turn.
At Sentry Event Services, we specialize in delivering comprehensive safety, security, and operational solutions for environments of all sizes and scopes. While we are trusted to manage massive stadium crowds and high-profile festivals, we bring that same precision planning and protection to commercial spaces like hospitals and warehouses, as well as local arenas and community side gigs. Our mission is simple: create safe, seamless, and professional experiences across every environment we protect.
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We partner closely with venue managers, corporate clients, and event organizers to develop customized safety and security strategies built on professionalism, reliability, and exceptional customer service. Our licensed and highly trained team is prepared to manage the evolving demands of crowd control, access management, guest relations, and on-site asset protection with absolute confidence and care.
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Driven by a hands-on leadership team and a collaborative culture, we provide flexible, scalable solutions that adapt to the unique demands of each location. With Sentry Event Services, you're gaining a trusted partner committed to operational excellence at every step, no matter how large or small the job.
Our Story
Founded in 1991, Sentry Event Services was built on a simple philosophy: that high-caliber security and exceptional customer service should go hand-in-hand. While the industry at the time relied on a rigid, hands-off approach, Sentry proved that a hospitality-first mindset could revolutionize crowd management and safety.
Over the last three decades, that vision has taken us from our roots in Florida to a premier regional security and operations partner spanning the Eastern United States, from the Atlantic coast through the Midwest and Gulf regions. While we have scaled alongside some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment—managing operations for NFL games, NASCAR races, PGA tournaments, and major music festivals—we are just as deeply rooted in safeguarding everyday commercial environments like warehouses and hospitals, as well as managing local arenas and venues.
The Evolution of Our Strength
As we grew, so did our geographic reach. While expanding our presence in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern regions, BCM Security/Solutions Services, a well-established local provider that had previously integrated 1st Alert Security and Protection Services, merged into Sentry Event Services.
Operating together under the Sentry name, this merger united decades of combined industry experience, localized expertise, and shared resources under one trusted brand.
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What We Do: Any Scale, Any Environment
Today, Sentry is a fully integrated security and operations company. We have taken the precision planning and elite training required for massive stadium crowds and seamlessly adapted it to protect everyday spaces.
Our expertise spans two major pillars:
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Commercial & Facility Security: We provide trusted protection, access control, and asset management for critical infrastructure, including hospitals, corporate campuses, and major warehouse and distribution facilities.
Event & Crowd Operations: We deliver end-to-end event logistics, crowd management, and guest services.
No Job Too Large, No Detail Too Small
What truly sets Sentry apart is our versatility. We bring the exact same level of professionalism, cutting-edge technology, and unwavering commitment to safety to every single contract we hold. Whether we are managing a packed NFL stadium, securing a multi-acre commercial warehouse, staffing a local community arena, or handling a small neighborhood side gig—we ensure every environment runs safely, professionally, and seamlessly.
Meet Our Team
Curtis Mattingly
CEO
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​Curtis Mattingly, a U.S. Air Force veteran and Indiana University graduate, began his career at Physician Sales and Service, where he rose from customer service to General Manager of a multistate unit, earning national recognition with the Blue Ribbon Award. In 2006, he founded BCM Security Services, transforming a local event security firm into a national provider serving clients from Fortune 10 companies to local promoters. In 2022, BCM merged with Sentry Event Services to deliver enhanced, client-focused security solutions by combining the strengths of both organizations.
Jimmy Harris
Senior Director of Operations
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Jimmy Harris Jr. began his career with BCM Solutions, Inc. in 2014 as a member of the event staff. Through unwavering dedication and a hands-on commitment to learning every facet of the business, he rose through the ranks to his current role as Senior Director of Operations of Sentry Event Services, Inc., where he now oversees the entire Operations Department. In this executive capacity, Jimmy provides strategic leadership across all regions and specialized units, including Major Events, North Florida, South Georgia, Central Florida, and Northeast Pennsylvania. He is responsible for the fluency of operations across the company. His extensive experience spans a diverse portfolio, ranging from PGA Golf Tournaments and NASCAR races to Music Festivals, local events, and commercial properties.
Evan Helgesen
Senior Director of Human Capital and Business Development
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Evan Helgesen’s career in event management began while earning his Sport Management degree at Baldwin Wallace University. With over a decade of experience at Sentry Event Services, he has successfully led high-stakes operations for premier clients such as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays, Florida State University, and more! Now serving as the Senior Director of Human Capital, Evan oversees all people-focused departments, including Recruiting, Human Resources, Finance, and Training. Throughout his tenure, Evan has earned a reputation for being a staunch advocate for the workforce; he is widely recognized for his "employee-first" approach and his ability to foster a supportive professional environment. By bridging his extensive operational background with a passion for staff development, Evan ensures that Sentry’s human capital remains its greatest asset and a key driver of the company’s success.