Watson Express Security

Watson Express Security is a locally founded, 100% Black-owned, City of Minneapolis certified professional security company based in Minneapolis, MN. They provide comprehensive services including unarmed and armed guards, event security, corporate security, and mobile surveillance. The business was founded in 2019 and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

They serve the entire Twin Cities metropolitan area, including Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, Woodbury, Shakopee, Burnsville, and Minnetonka. They also provide services throughout greater Minnesota upon request.

Their mission is to ensure peace of mind for clients by providing the highest level of protection. Their core values emphasize professionalism, community uplift, and creating pathways for minority professionals to build careers and leadership positions in the security industry.

They protect construction sites, multifamily and residential communities, retail and shopping centers, corporate and commercial buildings, hotels and hospitality venues, financial institutions, healthcare facilities, events and venues, and warehouse and distribution centers.

They are licensed by the State of Minnesota under Protective Agent Services License #2107. They are also CERT Certified and City of Minneapolis Certified, ensuring their officers meet or exceed state standards for background checks and training.

They deploy unarmed security guards for observation, deterrence, and access control, as well as armed security guards for high-value asset protection and direct threat scenarios. They also offer specialized roles like fire watch and executive protection specialists.

Officers are equipped with state-of-the-art reporting technology, including digital reporting that sends daily activity reports to clients, GPS accountability to track patrols, and supervisor audits to maintain high service standards.

Pricing varies based on whether the officer is armed or unarmed, the level of training required, the duration of the contract, and specific duties. They offer flexible short-term agreements, month-to-month contracts, and one-time event coverage alongside long-term contracts.

Clients can get a free, no-obligation security quote by calling 612-662-9311 or filling out a quote request form. The process involves a free assessment to determine the exact needs before building a customized agreement.

They focus on rigorous training, advanced technology, and local accountability rather than just providing guards. They aim to show up with purpose and treat officers as trained, accountable professionals who understand the local Twin Cities market.

The company was founded in 2019 by a father-and-son team and has been growing steadily across the Twin Cities since then. They have expanded service offerings and developed specialized security training programs for other companies since their inception.

They offer the Minnesota Security Guard Training and a Security Business Owner training program. These programs are designed to prepare the next generation of security leaders and business owners.

Their dispatch center and field supervisors operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. They are always available to respond to emergencies, deploy officers, and support their clients.

They provide professional crowd control, access management, and VIP protection for events of all sizes across the Twin Cities. This includes both unarmed and armed personnel depending on the specific risk profile of the event.

Watson Express Security is located at 4124 Quebec Ave N, New Hope, MN 55427.