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Mark Seenarine’s Summary
 Mark Seenarine is President & Founder of Purple Hearts Security Inc.; the Toronto-based Security Company specializing in Security Guard Services, Security Guard Training, VIP Protection and Security Consulting. (Purple Hearts Security Inc. was founded in August of 2009)
Mark’s role is to grow the company by ensuring that Purple Hearts Security Inc. is delivering the best possible service to its clients and customers.
Mark has worked in the Security field for the last 15 years, beginning in 1996 while taking Law Enforcement at Seneca College. He has been with the same company and has moved through the ranks from a Security Guard, to a Security Supervisor, to a Security Manager. Mark has Security experience in high occupancy entertainment facilities where he has organized the Security for events with attendance in excess of 10,000 people. He also has experience dealing with smaller businesses, such as bars and restaurants.
The key principle and value upon which Mark founded Purple Hearts Security Inc. is to raise the standard of Security’s role in providing exceptional customer service. A Security Guard’s main priority is safety and security; however customer service in all points of contact with the public, tenants and clients is of paramount importance. The 3 S’s are integral for success: Security, Safety and Service Excellence. Purple Hearts Security Inc. and its staff will act with honesty, integrity and accountability at all times, treating all clients and customers with respect. The Supervisors and Management Team of Purple Hearts Security Inc. will be visible and actively involved in addressing their client’s needs or concerns.
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Mark Seenarine’s Employment History in the Security field prior to founding Purple Hearts Security Inc.:
- Entertainment Facilities: 15 years (1996 to 2011) working at Woodbine Entertainment Group, Woodbine Racetrack Security Services Department, moving through the ranks from a Security Guard, to a Security Supervisor, to a Security Manager.
- Small Businesses: Experience working at the Bier Market, Fionn McCools and supervised the Security teams for Brazen Head Irish Pub and Dub Linn Gates.
Mark Seenarine’s Education:
Mark graduated in Police-Foundations from Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology in 1998. He continues to enhance his education through a variety of Business Certifications, such as Business Management Skills at Humber College and Small Business Series at the Toronto Business Development Center.
Images from Woodbine Racetrack while employed as Security Manager (1996 to 2011):
 
 
Mark Seenarine’s Professional Security Credentials and Experience
Strong Leadership & Organizational Skills
- Honest, Trustworthy, Accountable, Reliable, Perceptive and Analytical
- Extensive management experience, balancing human relations skills and technical skills
- Experience developing and facilitating training programs for the security staff
- Labour Relations experience as it relates to union and non-union work environments
- Experience recruiting, hiring and conducting interviews specific to security
Excellent Quality of Work
- Attention to detail and maintain information in the strictest of confidence
- Strong investigative skills and ability to generate clear and factual reports
- Extensive experience in regards to requirements of new Security Guard Legislation (Bill 159)
- Experience working with contractors, obtaining quotations and completing projects within budget
- Oversaw the response to various levels of emergencies: Disturbances, Assaults, Medicals and Fire
Specialized Training & Knowledge
- Trained in the use of the Progressive Discipline Model and Attendance Management Programs
- Completed training in Leadership for Operational & Service Excellence
- Trained in Management Health & Safety Awareness
- Advanced First Aid Responder program Certificated
- Trained and experienced in dealing with Fire Safety & Prevention
- Use of Force and Handcuffing Techniques
- Smart Serve Certified and experience with Liquor Licence enforcement
- Experience with the requirements of the Employment Standards Act (ESA)
- Certified as a Private/Municipal Property Parking Enforcement Designated Manager
- Security Systems experience: CCTV, Honeywell Access, Traka, Digital Video Recorders
- Computer Software Applications: Security Report Writing Systems (Irims and Perspective) Kronos payroll, Word, Excel, Groupwise, Powerpoint
- Experience dealing with the Public Media during high profile incidents and necessary protocols of disseminating information.
- Liaise with internal departments, external agencies/contractors and successfully coordinate with local law enforcement, specifically the Ontario Racing Commission (ORC), Horsemen Benevolent & Protective Association (HBPA), Agriculture Canada-Canadian Pari-Mutuel Agency (CPMA), Ontario Lottery and Gaming Cooperation (OLG), Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO), Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Toronto Metro Police.
Community Involvement
Mark has participated in United Way Charities Events and Leukemia "Light up the Night" walk.
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