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About Trend Security Services
Trusted protection for executives, corporations, and high-profile clients worldwide.

Trend Security Services has built a reputation as a trusted partner for executives, corporations, and high-profile clients who require the highest standards of protection. From Fortune 500 leaders and international figures to private individuals and partner security firms, we are relied upon to deliver discreet, professional services in environments where confidentiality is non-negotiable. Based in Tennessee with roots in New Jersey, our firm operates with a national and international footprint, offering security solutions that combine the responsiveness of a local team with the resources of a global network.

Our leadership brings decades of proven experience at the highest levels of law enforcement and counterterrorism. Founded by a former Federal Air Marshal and a decorated police officer, Trend Security Services integrates military precision, law enforcement expertise, and private-sector professionalism to address complex security challenges. Every member of our team—drawn from federal agencies, state police, and military special operations—brings real-world experience and a commitment to service. This combination of operational expertise and personal attention allows us to provide strategic, sensible, and cost-effective security that protects what matters most while giving our clients peace of mind.
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Richard Rempo
Owner & Chief Operating Officer

Richard Rempo is a seasoned homeland security and counterterrorism expert with 25 years of  distinguished service in federal and state law enforcement, complemented by extensive private-sector leadership.
As a former State Counterterrorism Investigator with the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP), he coordinated multi-agency operations involving local, state, and federal law enforcement in domestic terrorism investigations. He also conducted rigorous background investigations for counterterrorism investigator applicants.

Prior to his state service, Mr. Rempo enjoyed a successful career as a Federal Air Marshal with the Newark Field Office, where he retired after serving in specialized roles including Field Training Agent, Critical Incident Stress Management Team Member, undercover ground-based agent, and VIPR Team Member.

An accomplished academic, Mr. Rempo serves as a Professor of Homeland Security and a recognized Subject Matter Expert. He has authored and published numerous articles, along with contributing to textbooks and scholarly works on countering violent extremism, radicalization, lone wolf terrorism, and broader homeland security topics.

Since transitioning to the private sector in 2014, Mr. Rempo has specialized in executive protection, security driving, hurricane disaster response, event security management, and international client travel facilitation. He has successfully led complex security projects for high-net-worth individuals, corporate executives, and Fortune 100 to Fortune 500 companies across the United States, Europe, the Mediterranean, and Latin America.

In his current leadership role, he oversees comprehensive security planning and operations, coordinates executive protection details and investigations, and directs a team of 135 protection agents across four states. His responsibilities include training in security operations, firearms, tactics, and conducting risk/threat assessments.

Mr. Rempo holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (Summa Cum Laude), a Master of Science in Homeland Security with a concentration in Safety and Security, and has completed coursework toward his PhD in Public Policy with a concentration in National Security Policy.
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Melissa A. Rempo
Owner & Chief Administrative Officer

Melissa Rempo is a seasoned security executive and the Owner and Chief Administrative Officer of Trend Security Services, a firm specializing in corporate risk assessment, armed executive protection, workplace violence prevention, and related security solutions founded by experienced law enforcement professionals. With more than a decade of leadership in the private security sector, Melissa has excelled as Chief Administrative Officer, where she directs high-level administrative and operational functions. She oversees an annual budget exceeding $5 million and leads a dynamic team comprising more than 135 agents and over 30 strategic global partners, ensuring seamless coordination, operational excellence, and delivery of world-class protective services across diverse client needs.

Her distinguished career is anchored in over 25 years of public service in law enforcement and private security leadership, beginning as a dedicated police officer in New Jersey (including service with the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department). She advanced to specialized roles as an undercover narcotics task force investigator, conducting high-risk operations to combat drug trafficking and organized crime, and later served as a police academy instructor, training and mentoring the next generation of officers in critical law enforcement skills, tactics, and ethics.

Melissa's unique blend of frontline law enforcement expertise and proven executive leadership in the private sector enables her to bring unparalleled insight, strategic vision, and operational rigor to Trend Security Services, delivering tailored, reliable security solutions that prioritize client safety and risk mitigation on a global scale.
 

Frequently Asked Questions
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What types of clients do you work with?
We provide security services for executives, corporations, high-profile individuals, and partner security firms. Our team is experienced in discreet protection for Fortune 500 leaders, private clients, and international assignments.
 

Do you only operate in Tennessee?
While Tennessee is our home base, we maintain a national and international footprint. We regularly provide security throughout the U.S. and can deploy teams abroad as needed.
 

Are your agents licensed and trained?
Yes. Our personnel include current and former federal agents, state police, and military professionals. All are fully licensed, trained, and vetted for the highest level of professionalism.
 

What services do you provide?
Our core services include executive protection, workplace violence and termination details, threat management, risk assessments, and corporate/event security. We also provide tailored solutions for high-profile individuals and organizations.
 

Is confidentiality guaranteed?
Absolutely. Every engagement is handled with complete discretion. Client names and details are never disclosed, ensuring 100% confidentiality and trust.
 

Secure What Matters Most.

Whether you need executive protection, workplace security, or risk management, our team is prepared to deliver professional, discreet solutions you can trust.
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