Castle Group Appoints Vice President To CastleGuard
Brett Stefansson Joins Security Division of Property Services Firm
The Castle Group, one of Florida’s largest property services companies, has appointed Brett Stefansson to the position of Vice President of CastleGuard Security. Prior to his joining the Castle Group, Stefansson was Senior Vice President and General Manager of the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise. He was with the BankAtlantic center since 1998 where he held various positions, including director of facility services and director of operations. Previously, Stefansson was at the Compaq Center in Houston.
“Brett’s vast experience will be an essential asset to CastleGuard,” said James Donnelley, Castle Group CEO. “Security is an important component to keeping our properties safe and under Brett’s leadership, CastleGuard will continue to expand its security capabilities.”
CastleGuard Security provides security services to community associations and commercial customers throughout Florida. The division delivers reliable and professional security through customized security plans, all with an emphasis on customer service. The division serves properties managed by Castle Group and other firms. Services offered for residential communities include gatehouse and clubhouse security, concierge service and roving patrols. Commercial services include office building, strip mall, retail shopping center and arena security, as well as business park patrols.
Founded in 1980, Castle is a privately held company based in Plantation, Florida. Donnelly believes its outstanding reputation is a result of following its mission statement; “to enhance the lives of employees, customers and the community through the provision of Unparalleled Property Services®.” The company has invested heavily in training programs to assure employees have the tools to succeed. With the focus on the employee rather than the company, its customers reap the benefit of exemplary customer service. Abiding by these core principles has allowed Castle to increase revenue and create more than 100 additional jobs last year in an economy with a 10% unemployment rate.
Castle Group manages more than 200 condominium and single family Community Associations in Florida, representing more than 60,000 units and about 150,000 residents. Castle Group is comprised of Castle Management, CastleGuard Security and Community Insurance. Services provided by the company include property management, administration, accounting, insurance, general maintenance and janitorial, security, web design and developer services. With more than 700 employees, Castle Group is also one of South Florida’s largest employers. The company was recently named one of the Best Places To Work by the South Florida Business Journal.
