Steve Jones, Global Chairman and CEO of Allied Universal, has been appointed to the University of Redlands Board of Trustees. Jones, an alumnus of the University of Redlands, brings significant experience in executive leadership, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy to his new role on the Board. At the helm of Allied Universal, Jones leads extensive operations across over 100 countries, overseeing an employee base of approximately 800,000 individuals.
"I am honoured to join the University of Redlands Board of Trustees and support an institution that has played an important role in my personal and professional journey," expressed Jones. He noted the University's tradition in preparing students for impactful leadership roles. Jones anticipates collaborating with President Krista Newkirk, Board Chair Jim Ashby, and fellow trustees to advance the University's mission.
Leadership and growth
University President Krista Newkirk expressed enthusiasm about Jones's appointment, highlighting his exceptional leadership and deep connection to the University as assets that will benefit its ongoing development.
Under his leadership, Allied Universal has transformed from a local enterprise to a global entity, currently generating around $23 billion in annual revenue. His involvement with the Board underscores his dedication to fostering leadership and influencing higher education positively.
Commitment to future generations
Jones holds an MBA from the University of Redlands, along with an honorary doctorate in humane letters, illustrating his enduring relationship with the University. His recent appointment aligns with his commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders. Additionally, Jones is noted for his contributions beyond Allied Universal, including authorship, public speaking, and philanthropy focused on leadership, community impact, and human trafficking prevention.
The University of Redlands Board of Trustees holds a fiduciary responsibility to the institution, providing strategic guidance to ensure the University's continued success and fulfilment of its mission.
Allied Universal®, the world’s pioneer security and facility services company, announces that Steve Jones, global chairman and chief executive Officer, has been appointed to the University of Redlands Board of Trustees.
Jones, a University of Redlands alumnus, brings decades of executive leadership, entrepreneurship, business transformation and philanthropic commitment to the Board. As Global Chairman and CEO of Allied Universal, Jones leads the world’s largest security and facility services provider, with operations in more than 100 countries and territories and has approximately 800,000 employees worldwide.
Rapidly changing world
“I am honoured to join the University of Redlands Board of Trustees and support an institution that has played an important role in my personal and professional journey,” Jones said. “Redlands has a proud tradition of preparing students for lives of meaning, impact and leadership. I look forward to working with President Krista Newkirk, Board Chair Jim Ashby and my fellow trustees to help advance the University’s mission and future.”
“We are delighted to welcome Steve Jones to the University of Redlands Board of Trustees,” said University of Redlands President Krista Newkirk. “Steve’s extraordinary leadership, entrepreneurial success and deep connection to Redlands will be tremendous assets as we continue to strengthen the University and prepare students to lead with purpose in a rapidly changing world.”
Next generation of leaders
Jones earned his MBA from the University of Redlands and also received an honorary doctorate of humane letters from the University. His appointment reflects his longstanding connection to higher education and commitment to helping develop the next generation of leaders.
Under Jones’ leadership, Allied Universal has grown from a $12 million local Orange County company to the world’s largest security and facility services provider, generating approximately $23 billion in annual revenue. Jones joined Universal Protection Services in 1996 and has guided the company through significant organic growth, strategic acquisitions and global expansion.
In addition to his role at Allied Universal, Jones is an author, speaker and active philanthropist. He is committed to supporting organizations and initiatives focused on leadership development, community impact and combating human trafficking. The University of Redlands Board of Trustees has fiduciary responsibility for the University and provides leadership in support of its mission, strategic direction and long-term success.
