RapidFire Safety & Security Appoints Industry Veteran Ken Obermeyer as Chief Financial Officer

RapidFire Safety & Security announced the appointment of Ken Obermeyer as its new Chief Financial Officer, bringing more than 32 years of CFO experience in the security and life safety industry to the company. Obermeyer's appointment supports RapidFire's ambitious growth strategy and enhances its capabilities to support expanding branch operations across multiple regions. The move represents a significant strategic hire for the company as it continues to execute its multi-regional "Buy & Build" strategy throughout the Midwest, Southwest and Western United States.

Prior to joining RapidFire, Obermeyer served as Chief Financial Officer of Interface Security Systems for 27 years from 1998 to 2025, where he provided strategic financial leadership for one of the industry's leading security and life safety companies. His extensive background also includes serving as VP of Finance at Centennial Security Systems and as Controller of the Ohio-based security business that became the platform for Centennial Security Systems. This depth of experience positions him to contribute immediately to RapidFire's financial operations and strategic planning.

Mike McLeod, CEO and Founder of RapidFire Safety & Security, expressed enthusiasm about the reunion with Obermeyer, noting their previous 18 years of collaboration executing successful growth strategies that included more than 40 acquisitions. McLeod stated that Obermeyer's decision to join the RapidFire team speaks volumes about the company's vision and the team being built. The appointment signals confidence in RapidFire's direction and capabilities among industry veterans with proven track records.

Adam Lucas of Concentric Equity Partners, which partners with RapidFire, emphasized that Obermeyer's decades of experience building fire and life safety businesses and financial leadership will make him a valued team member as the company continues executing its strategic growth plans. RapidFire Safety & Security offers comprehensive expertise in fire, life safety, and electronic security services to the commercial sector, with leadership from proven industry operators including visionary founder Mike McLeod and co-founder Colin Harrold. For more information about the company's services and operations, visit https://www.rapidfiress.com.

The appointment comes at a time when the security and life safety industry continues to evolve, with companies seeking experienced financial leadership to navigate complex growth strategies and market expansion. Obermeyer's extensive background in managing financial operations through multiple acquisitions and business transformations provides RapidFire with seasoned leadership to support its ambitious development plans. This strategic hire strengthens the company's executive team and enhances its ability to pursue growth opportunities while maintaining financial discipline and operational excellence across its expanding branch network.