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I'm Thad Paschall, an accomplished entrepreneur, CEO, and industry consultant with over 25 years of leadership experience scaling companies, disrupting industries, and advising clients

“Thad is a true professional and master of his craft.”

John Rooney, Founder, Rooney & Associates

Transforming Business, Driving Growth

AI Fueled = great designs, better leads, and higher conversions.


Visionary-Disruptor

Pioneered the first DIY self-installed home security system, opening up the market beyond requiring professional installation and shaking up the competitive landscape.


Expertise Innovation & Results

Founded Protect America in 1992 and served as CEO for over 25 years, guiding the company from a startup into one of the nation’s largest home security providers, creating 800,000 customers


Visionary-Innovative & Proven

Raised over $800 million in capital from top private equity firms and investors to fund Protect America’s rapid expansion and category dominance. - Orchestrated the successful $136 million acquisition of Protect America

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200 projects across the world in a 4-year span.

Revolutionizing the Security Industry with AI Innovation


Founded Fast Digital Marketing, a highly selective consulting firm that accelerates client growth through data-driven marketing strategies and technology implementation.


6 Ways AI Will Transform Security

AI is poised to transform the security dealer industry by optimizing operations, enhancing customer experiences, driving business growth, modernizing infrastructure, training staff, and collaborating with experts. It improves efficiency through automation, reduces errors, and allows for personalized customer service via AI-driven platforms. By upgrading legacy systems, businesses can deploy services faster and better meet customer expectations. Equipping staff with AI skills and seeking expert collaboration are essential for navigating the complexities of AI projects and maintaining competitiveness in a rapidly evolving market.

AI marketing is revolutionizing the industry by providing businesses with a smart assistant that analyzes data and offers valuable insights to improve marketing strategies. This technology automates tasks and enhances customer experiences, making it a powerful tool for developing effective marketing approaches. Embrace the potential of AI in your marketing efforts for a brighter and more exciting future!

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Thad Paschall?

Thad Paschall is an accomplished entrepreneur, CEO, and security industry consultant with over 25 years of leadership experience in scaling companies, disrupting industries, and advising clients.

Career Highlights

Founder and CEO of Protect America

Thad founded Protect America in 1992 and served as CEO for 23 years. Under his guidance, the company evolved from a startup into one of the nation’s largest home security providers, serving over 800,000 customers.

Revenue Growth

Through innovative product development and effective marketing strategies, he successfully grew Protect America from $0 to $68 million in annual revenue. -

Pioneering Innovation

Thad pioneered the first DIY self-installed home security system, which expanded the market beyond the necessity of professional installation and significantly changed the competitive landscape.

Capital Raising

He raised over $800 million in capital from leading private equity firms and investors to support Protect America’s rapid expansion and market leadership. -

Successful Acquisition

Thad orchestrated the successful $136 million acquisition of Protect America, marking a significant exit after nearly three decades of building the business

Consulting Ventures

Thad founded Fast Digital Marketing, a selective consulting firm that accelerates client growth through data-driven marketing strategies and technology implementation. He also started AI Security Edge, guiding numerous security companies on growth strategies, increasing sales and profits, optimizing operations, leveraging new technologies like AI, enhancing customer retention, and coaching executive teams.

Industry Expertise

Thad possesses extensive knowledge of the latest security industry technologies and business model innovations to help clients seize opportunities.

AI Expertise

Thad stays at the forefront of artificial intelligence trends and innovations, concentrating on how autonomous AI can transform businesses. As an AI strategist, he assists clients in leveraging advancements in machine learning to boost productivity, reduce costs, and expand operations without the need for additional personnel.

His expertise includes Identifying AI Opportunities

He identifies opportunities to integrate AI systems that can assist in operating and managing complex business functions. Thad advises on the latest autonomous AI capabilities related to automated customer service, marketing, predictive analytics, enterprise optimization, content creation, and more.

In-depth Analysis

Thad conducts thorough analyses to determine where AI can augment or replace human roles to lower expenses.

Customized AI Implementation

He develops tailored AI implementation roadmaps for clients that provide a clear, step-by-step plan for integration.

Seamless Deployment

Thad oversees rapid and seamless AI deployments, ensuring business operations remain uninterrupted.

Ongoing Guidance

He provides ongoing support for training, managing, and optimizing autonomous AI systems. With the rapid advancements in AI that automate increasing business functions, Thad empowers clients to remain competitive. He ensures they harness the potential of AI without needing in-house expertise. With decades of experience in the home service industry, a proven record of producing results, visionary leadership, and a keen ability to identify emerging trends, Thad stands out as a uniquely qualified consultant capable of delivering strategic perspective and unparalleled expertise. His rare combination of pioneering achievements in the security industry and proficiency in AI provides substantial strategic value. As the innovator who revolutionized the market by creating the first successful DIY home security model, Thad has demonstrated his ability to disrupt the status quo and seize opportunities ahead of competitors. This forward-thinking mindset and extensive security experience empower Thad to guide companies into the future.