Green Mtn. Concert Services Inc. (GMCS) is celebrating 20 years of providing physical security services to clients across the Northeast. Since its creation in 1995 by Middlebury native Kevin W. Cheney, GMCS has been a part of almost every notable special event in Vermont. From music festivals to sporting events, the special event elite have used GMCS to make their events safe. Today the company provides security services to over 1,500 events annually, holds security licenses in 11 states and employs over 800 professionals part time. Even in its infancy GMCS was relied on to provide exceptional security services to Vermont’s most high profile special events. Experiences like the Grateful Dead at Highgate, VT, Memorial Auditorium concerts, Burlington’s JazzFest, and multi-day music festivals were all a part of GMCS’s beginning. Founded to address Vermont’s event safety needs, GMCS has grown into an industry leader. The special event security industry is a relatively new industry and in 1995 the entire concept of event security rooted in guest services and conflict resolution was groundbreaking. Mr. Cheney says, “I always felt people should feel safe and welcome at an event so they could enjoy themselves, and I make sure that my employees create this kind of environment.” GMCS’s integral involvement in the production of so many beloved special events has made it an entrenched part of the community, and their community involvement extends throughout Vermont. Mr. Cheney adds, “I think that it’s the feeling you get, the satisfaction that comes with seeing so many people enjoying themselves at an event that drives us to do what we do.” With 20 years of experience, the presence of GMCS at any special event has become an indication that a safe and enjoyable time will be had by all in attendance. GMCS attributes its dynamic success to its commitment and investment in its dedicated employees. The company has a respected reputation because it emphasizes training, on-going supervision, and guest services in its delivery. In addition, company leadership inspires an unwavering passion for providing safe events that is evident on every assignment. GMCS is proud of its history and looks forward to serving the special event industry for the next 20 years and beyond. For nearly two decades GMCS has specialized in providing unarmed, physical security solutions to high-profile events, venues, and educational institutions. The company has headquarters in Vermont and is also licensed and local in New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. GMCS is growing rapidly because they can provide the staffing of our largest competitors, but with the outstanding customer service of a company committed to being your trusted and strategic partner. GMCS has a successful reputation for creating a safe and exceptional event experience for the guests, and for providing added value to venue management.