Security 101 Acquires SETEC, Expanding Federal and Commercial Presence in the Washington, D.C. Region

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Security 101, a portfolio company of Gemspring Capital and a national provider of comprehensive commercial security solutions, announced today the acquisition of Security & Energy Technologies Corporation ("SETEC"), a Chantilly, Virginia–based systems integrator with deep expertise serving both commercial and federal government clients. This transaction marks Security 101's 19^th strategic acquisition, further strengthening its presence in the Mid-Atlantic market.

Founded in 1987, SETEC has earned a decades-long reputation for technical excellence and exceptional customer service, providing design, installation, and integration of complex access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and life-safety systems. The company maintains long-term maintenance and service contracts and is widely recognized for its trusted relationships across enterprise and government sectors.

SETEC was founded and co-owned by Chet Hahne and Mark Morgan, who led the company through decades of steady growth. Robert Donnelly, a long-time member of the leadership team, will now serve as General Manager, overseeing SETEC's operations across the Washington, D.C. region.

"We're excited to welcome SETEC to the Security 101 family," said Greg Daly, CEO of Security 101. "Their strong reputation, technical expertise, and customer relationships in the D.C. corridor align perfectly with our growth strategy and strengthen our ability to serve the federal market."

"For nearly four decades, SETEC has been built on hard work, integrity, and a commitment to doing what's right for our customers," said Chet Hahne, Co-Owner of SETEC. "Joining Security 101 ensures that legacy continues to grow within a national organization that shares our values."

Robert Donnelly, General Manager, added, "Our dedication to customer service hasn't changed, but now we have the strength of a national network behind us. With Security 101, we're positioned to take on larger, more complex projects across both commercial and federal markets."

The acquisition underscores Security 101's continued nationwide expansion, reinforcing its position as one of the fastest-growing security integrators in the United States and establishing a strong foundation for further growth in the Washington, D.C. and federal markets.

About Security 101
Security 101 is a national provider of integrated security solutions to a diversified set of commercial customers across multiple end markets, including healthcare, education, financial, and government, among others. The company delivers a full-service offering of security services and products including the design, installation, and maintenance of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, visitor management, and managed service solutions. Founded in 2005 and based in West Palm Beach, FL, Security 101 has over 50 locations in the U.S. For more information, visit www.security101.com.

About Security & Energy Technologies Corporation (SETEC)
Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, SETEC has provided innovative electronic security and life-safety solutions for commercial and federal government clients for nearly four decades. Learn more at setecinc.com.

About Gemspring Capital 
Gemspring Capital, a Westport, Connecticut-based private equity firm with $5.0 billion of capital under management, provides flexible capital solutions to middle market companies. Gemspring partners with talented management teams and takes a partnership approach to helping drive revenue growth, value creation and sustainable competitive advantages. Target companies have up to $2.0 billion in revenue and are in the business services, consumer services, financial and insurance services, healthcare, industrial, software, and tech-enabled services sectors. For more information, visit www.gemspring.com.

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