We are incredibly proud to celebrate our CEO, Denis Kelly, who was recently honored at the Triangle Business Journal’s Corporate Leadership Awards in Raleigh, North Carolina. The event brought together executives, colleagues, families, and friends from across the area for a night to celebrate inspiring stories, community contributions, and the gratitude of all the award recipients.
TBJ Corporate Leadership Awards 2025
It was exciting to see Denis take the stage to accept his award and share his story, a narrative of growth, strong values, and the power of trusting your team. He discussed his success at Sunstates Security, which has grown under Denis’s hands-on leadership from a team of 400 to over 6,500 employees nationally, a truly remarkable accomplishment! His journey in the security industry began as an hourly officer, giving him a deep, grassroots understanding of what it takes at the entry level. He carried these experiences with him as he moved into management and business development roles, never forgetting the importance of supportive management and communication.
CEO Denis Kelly
The TBJ Corporate Leadership Awards 2025 recognition is a testament to the exceptional leadership and vision Denis has demonstrated throughout his career. His leadership extends far beyond the company’s walls. He is actively involved in numerous civic organizations, including the American Heart Association’s Executives with Heart, Good Barrels of the Triangle, StepUp Durham, Raleigh and Wilmington Big Brothers and Big Sisters, and Haven House. He believes that engaging with employees through regular face-to-face meetings, lunches, and team activities is a critical pillar of our success.
This recognition is a profound testament to Denis’s exceptional guidance and strategic foresight. He has a great team behind him, supporting the company’s growth and upholding the guiding principles of honesty, integrity, and trust.
Sunstates is grateful to have Denis heading the way as we continue to reach new milestones and take our organization to the next level!
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