South Carolina School Districts Championing Efforts to Keep Students Safe with Evolv Technology’s First-of-its-Kind Free-Flow Weapons-Detection Systems

Spartanburg County District 6 and Florence 1 Schools install Evolv’s AI-based, free-flow weapons-detection systems to keep students safe

SC School Districts Championing Efforts to Keep Students Safe with Evolv

Evolv Technology Honored Among Built In Boston’s Prestigious Best Small Companies to Work for List in 2020

Built In Boston's Best Places to Work rates companies based on compensation and employer benefits, both weighed equally.

Evolv Awarded Built In Boston’s 2020 Best Small Companies to Work for

Evolv Technology Raises $30 Million in Growth Capital from Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush and Others to Accelerate Leadership in Human Security Market

Evolv makes several strategic moves to scale operations to meet unprecedented demand for its category-redefining free-flow threat detection

Evolv Raises $30M in Growth Capital from Former Jeb Bush and Others

Johnson Controls partners with Evolv Technology

JCI's customers can now purchase Evolv's AI-powered free-flow detection solution - it's threat detection that eliminates long security line

Johnson Controls partners with cutting-edge startup, Evolv Technology

Evolv Technology Expands Leadership Team with Industry Experts from Security, Law Enforcement and Cyber Security

Peter George Named CCO; Alan S. Cohen Appointed Chairman of Evolv Board; Jin Kim and Bob Eckel Join Advisory Board as New Members

Evolv Expands Leadership Team with Industry Experts

Evolv Technology Starts the Quarter in Record Fashion, Closing $24 Million in New Funding and Adding Accomplished CFO

Evolv Technology continues to build momentum with $24 million in new funding just days after hiring accomplished CFO Peter Faubert.

Evolv Starts Quarter in Record Fashion, Closing $24M in New Funding

Evolv Technology Continues to Expand Leadership Team by Hiring Peter Faubert

Peter, a CPA with an established record of building successful high-growth companies, joins Evolv as CFO from SeaChange International, Inc.

Evolv Continues to Expand Leadership Team by Hiring Peter Faubert

Evolv Technology Honors Partner, PT Hayam Wuruk Proteksindo, with Million Dollar Sales Award

Hayam Wuruk Proteksindo provides personal safety devices, defense security equipment, and screening solutions including Evolv's products.

Evolv Technology Launches First Free-Flow Weapons-Detection System Designed to Stop Active Shooters and Other Threats

Express is the fastest weapons-screening system on the market, consistently screening 60 people every minute for firearms and other threats.

Evolv Launches 1st Free-Flow Weapons Detection to Stop Active Shooters

Evolv Technology Honors Partner, Nasc International Co., Ltd, with Million Dollar Sales Award

NASC has been our strategic partner for bringing safety and peace of mind to venues in Japan through our Evolv Edge systems.

Evolv Honors Nasc International Co., Ltd, with Million Dollar Sales Award

Evolv Technology Expands Leadership Team, Appointing Owais Hassan as VP of Engineering

Software and Mesh Network Expert to Scale Evolv’s Cortex AI Platform, Threat Intelligence Cloud and Threat Detection Technology

Evolv Expands Team, Appointing Owais Hassan as VP of Engineering

Evolv Launches Global Tour Showcasing The First Free-Flow Smart Threat Detection

The Experience Evolv Tour will showcase visitors naturally walking through threat screening without emptying pockets or removing bags

Evolv Global Tour to Showcase 1st Free-Flow Smart Threat Detection

Evolv Technology Adds Alan Cohen and General Catalyst Co-founder David Orfao to Board of Directors

Evolv added Alan Cohen & David Orfao of General Catalyst to its Board. Both have have created multi-billion-dollar disruptive companies

Evolv Technology Adds Alan Cohen & David Orfao to Board of Directors

Evolv Technology Honored with 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award

Evolv Edge was recognized as a Gold ASTORS Award Winner in the Best Metal/Weapons Detection Solution Category for its people screening system

Evolv Technology Awarded SAFETY Act Designation for Evolv Edge®

The Qualified Anti-Terrorism Designation from the DHS creates a safety net for customers using the Evolv Edge for people screening

Evolv Technology Awarded SAFETY Act Designation for Evolv Edge™

Evolv Technology Completes National Safe Skies Alliance Evaluation for Weapons Detection System

Evolv Technology completed operational test and evaluation by Safe Skies showcasing Evolv Edge keeps people and assets safe.

Evolv Completes Safe Skies Evaluation for Weapons Detection System

Evolv Technology to Present Aviation Lessons on Combatting Insider Threat at Global Security Exchange

Evolv's Bill McAteer shares key learnings in “Aviation Lessons on Combatting Insider Threat” panel at Global Security Exchange (GSX)

Panel Discusses Theft, Violence and Smuggling as real insider threats

Evolv Edge® Scans More Than 1 Million People, Protecting Against Current and Emerging Threats

Evolv announced Evolv Edge, its physical threat detection and prevention system, has scanned >1M people around the world at the pace of life

Evolv Edge® Scans more than 1M people, protecting against threats

Evolv Edge Scans more than 1M people, protecting against threats

Oakland International Airport Selects Evolv Edge® for Employee Screening Innovation

OAK has installed Evolv Edge to streamline its employee screening program to protect against metallic and non-metallic threats.

Oakland International Airport Selects Evolv Edge for Employee Screening Innovation

Led by Visionaries, Spartanburg County District 6 and Florence 1 Schools Take Proactive Steps to Boost Security Without Disrupting Students, Faculty or Administrators

WALTHAM, MA – February 13, 2020 – Evolv Technology, the leader in human security, today announced that South Carolina school districts Spartanburg County District 6 and Florence 1 Schools have installed Evolv’s AI-based, free-flow weapons-detection systems to keep students safe in an age of increasing viral violence. On the heels of successful initial implementation in recent months, paired with positive feedback from students, teachers, parents and administrators, Spartanburg School District 6 has increased the number of Evolv systems now in use throughout their campuses.

South Carolina has 85 school districts. Spartanburg School District 6 – the state’s 20th largest with approximately 11,500 students and 900 certified staff members – is one of seven districts within Spartanburg County and includes three middle schools, a ninth-grade school campus and a high school. The 11th largest in the state with more than 16,000 students, Florence 1 includes three middle schools and three high schools and is the second largest employer in Florence County.

Taking proactive measures to keep students safe was paramount for both school districts, especially given the increasing frequency of school shootings and related incidents. The districts required a technology solution that would help prevent threats from entering their campuses—such as guns, large knives or explosives. Equally important was maintaining a welcoming environment paired with the ability for students to move quickly through screening in order to ensure they got to class on time and no lines were created. Evolv’s technology eliminates the need to choose between safety and experience reducing the burden on security teams and taking the hassle out of people-screening.

“District 6 is a forward-thinking, progressive school that has long been focused on education and innovation and we always put our children first,” said Dr. Mark Smith, Director of Student Services and Safety at Spartanburg 6—the first school in the nation to use Evolv’s AI-based free-flow weapons detection system. “We wanted to incorporate security technology not because we had any incidents, but because we wanted to ensure we never have one. I’d been researching security strategies and next generation technologies searching for a solution that delivered optimal security while providing a welcoming, non-prison-like environment for everyone on campus. I’d been coming up short until I discovered Evolv. They checked all the boxes. Based on the outright success of our initial implementation, and outstanding partnership with Evolv, we’ve expanded the number of systems throughout all of our high schools and middle schools.”

“Prior to using Evolv, we used metal detectors,” said Douglas Nunnally, Director of Security and School Safety, Florence 1. “They were highly inefficient because they created lines, prompted an overwhelming number of manual and secondary searches and there was no way to capture any screening data.

“We want students in class learning, not waiting in lines. We needed a system that would speed up the screening process without decreasing security and with Evolv, the process is better, faster and smoother. Notably, it gives us full visibility into screening numbers via the system’s dashboard, while providing us the ability to connect to a security operations center when we’re ready. Evolv offers a true partnership. They don’t just drop off the systems like other vendors—they’ve partnered with us from the start to support and train our staff, and ensure a great experience for our students, faculty, administrators and visitors.”

While metal detectors are good at finding metal, they do not work well in modern environments as most people carry metal such as smart phones. Moreover, metal detectors prompt the need for an extremely high number of additional screening measures such as X-rays and hand searching, inconvenient for those being screened while adding time, creating lines and increasing cost. Up until now, this forced schools to choose between student safety and student experience.

Driven by a mission to keep people safe as they go about their daily lives, Evolv has redefined weapons-screening and threat detection. Led by a team with proven track records for providing first-to-market products by pairing security expertise with advanced technologies, Evolv’s patented systems combine AI and sensors to differentiate and identify threats from personal items. Doing so allows students to quickly pass through screening individually or in groups – with backpacks on shoulders, phones and keys in pockets and carrying musical instrument cases or other items. Because the system is trained to differentiate weapons from personal items and provides image-aided alarms for targeted secondary screening, the need to search every bag no longer exists.

“As a father, I know all too well that schools today not only need to provide the best educational experience for students, teachers and staff, but that they must also help keep them safe from harm,” said Evolv Chief Executive Officer Peter George. “In the first 46 weeks of 2019, there were 45 school shootings. We simply cannot accept that to be the ‘new normal’. Spartanburg 6 and Florence 1 are taking demonstrable action in that regard and they’re paving the way for other school districts when it comes to protecting their schools. We’re honored to be a part of that journey.”

To ensure a successful implementation at schools, Evolv developed a proprietary implementation methodology in a “Playbook” that is provided to school customers during the deployment planning process providing best-practice insights into security system design, concept of operations, user support services, and staff training.

Learn how Evolv is helping school districts keep their students safe without sacrificing the student experience. More here.

Visit us at AASA 2020 National Education Conference in San Diego, CA on February 13-14, 2020 at Booth # 154;  See a live demonstration of Evolv’s Free-Flow Weapons-Detection systems.

Evolv Technology is the leader in human security. The company is dedicated to making the world a safer place to live, work, learn and play by helping to protect innocent people from mass shootings, terrorist attacks and similar violent acts. Evolv’s AI-based, free-flow weapons-screening and threat detection systems work at the pace of life to accommodate thousands of individuals and groups per hour – screening 50 million people to date in a rapid, undisruptive manner while preventing more than 5,000 weapons from entering a range of public and private facilities. In addition to South Carolina’s Spartanburg County School District 6 and Florence 1 School District, Evolv’s customers include the Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, L.L. Bean and hundreds of other top entertainment venues, schools, international airports, stadiums, corporations, hospitals, large-scale events, houses of worship and national landmarks around the globe. Led by a team of security industry thought leaders with a track record for delivering first-to-market products, the company holds more than 100 patents. For more information, visit https://evolvtechnology.com/.

Evolv Technology was Awarded a Spot on Built In Boston’s Best Small Companies to Work for List in 2020

WALTHAM, Mass. (PRWEB) – January 14, 2020

Evolv Technology, the leader in free-flow weapons detection, today announced it was awarded a spot on Built In Boston’s Best Small Companies to Work for List in 2020. Companies are selected based on data submitted by companies and their employees.

Best Places to Work rates companies based on compensation and employer benefits, both weighed equally. For compensation, Built In looks at the median percentile for all salaries and compares that to the rest of the company’s database. Benefits include: health and wellness; financial planning and stability; flexible work environment; diversity and culture; professional and social impact; and perks and discounts.

The recognition comes on the heels of Evolv announcing $30M in funding last week to scale operations. The company plans to add staff at its headquarters in Waltham, as well as expand its presence globally in major regions around the world, including the U.S., EMEA and Asia Pacific, with particular emphasis on sales, customer success and engineering.

“We are doing some truly incredible things here at Evolv,” said Peter George, CEO at Evolv. “Our mission is to make the world a safer place for people to gather and we couldn’t achieve the level of success we’ve experienced over the last several years without our extraordinarily talented and dedicated employees. We’re absolutely thrilled to make Built In Boston’s Best Small Companies to Work for List in 2020 as it’s a testament that we’re providing a workplace that values its employees and supports them in their daily lives and career growth.”

Evolv is dedicated to helping protect innocent people from mass shootings, terrorist attacks and similar violent acts. The company’s AI-based, free-flow weapons-screening and threat detection systems work at the pace of life to accommodate thousands of individuals and groups per hour – screening 50 million people to date in a rapid, undisruptive manner while preventing more than 5,000 weapons from entering a range of public and private facilities. Evolv is used for visitor and employee screening at top entertainment venues, schools, international airports, stadiums, corporations, hospitals, large-scale events and national landmarks worldwide. Customers include Gillette Stadium, L.L. Bean, Oakland International Airport, Spartanburg School District Six in South Carolina and many others across the globe.

“We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our 2020 honorees. Built In aims to change lives by connecting talented tech professionals with jobs they were born to do,” Maria Christopoulos Katris, CEO and co-founder at Built In. “These companies have become part of that mission because they stand for more than just the work they’re doing. They stand for their people and purpose. These companies exemplify what it means to be an employer of choice for today’s purpose-driven tech workforce. Writing about them inspires us daily and, in terms of our offering, gives us total confidence that the professionals who visit our websites will find work that gives them a strong sense of professional and personal meaning.”

Evolv is hiring! For the latest career opportunities, visit here.

Hear what an Evolv employee had to say about the company:

“I first came to Evolv because it had the two most important things I wanted in my career: an employer I could trust, and an interesting technical challenge to solve. Once I got here, I realized that it also had something I didn’t even know I’d been looking for: a mission worth doing. The work we do here protects real people and saves real lives, and I feel lucky every day that I get to be a part of it. So many engineers get stuck designing cheap gadgets or making a slightly better cellphone; it makes me feel incredibly lucky to be doing something that matters to me.”

Evolv Technology is the leader in human security. The company is dedicated to making the world a safer place by helping to protect innocent people from mass shootings, terrorist attacks and similar violent acts. Evolv’s AI-based, free-flow weapons-screening and threat detection systems work at the pace of life to accommodate thousands of individuals and groups per hour – screening 50 million people to date in a rapid, undisruptive manner while preventing more than 5,000 weapons from entering a range of public and private facilities. Evolv’s customers include hundreds of top entertainment venues, schools, international airports, stadiums, corporations, hospitals, large-scale events and national landmarks around the globe. Led by a team of security industry thought leaders with a track record for delivering first-to-market products, the company holds more than 100 patents. For more information, visit https://evolvtechnology.com/.

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WALTHAM, MA – January 8, 2020 – Evolv Technology today announced several strategic moves to scale its operations to meet the unprecedented demand for its category-redefining free-flow weapons-screening and threat detection systems. Capitalizing on artificial intelligence, machine learning and sensor technology to ensure the safety of millions of people worldwide, the company’s systems are in use at Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, L.L. Bean, Spartanburg School District Six in South Carolina and hundreds of other iconic customer locations around the world.

Evolv’s Series C funding now exceeds 0 million and includes former Florida Governor Jeb Bush’s firm, Finback Investment Partners. Existing investors Bill Gates, DCVC (Data Collective), General Catalyst Partners, Lux Capital, SineWave Ventures and others also participated. The funds will be used to expand sales, marketing, customer support, channel programs and product development following a year of record growth. Total funding in the company now exceeds 5 million.

“Mass shootings in our country and Florida like the ones that took place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the Pulse nightclub and just last month at the Naval Air Station in Pensacola are happening more frequently around the world,” Bush said. “Evolv has reinvented what’s required in physical security systems to protect innocent people. Outdated, legacy systems just don’t meet the need.”

Evolv has also promoted cybersecurity industry veteran Peter George to chief executive officer (CEO). He joined the company earlier this year as chief commercial officer with a 25-year track record for building disruptive technology startups into market leaders. Earlier in his career, as chairman, president and CEO with cybersecurity pioneer Fidelis Security Systems, George guided the firm through substantial growth that prompted its acquisition by General Dynamics. In addition to cybersecurity, he has led the domestic and international commercialization at multiple software and networking companies as president, board member and investor.

“The active shooter epidemic is one of the greatest challenges facing our generation,” George said. “Evolv is the human security company that delivers the best approach to maintaining society’s freedom of movement while dramatically reducing threats to our schools, places of worship, entertainment venues and other public places. Our systems remove the tradeoff between safety and the inconvenience of an intrusive screening experience. As Evolv’s CEO, I’m honored to have the personal and professional opportunity of a lifetime to make a difference by helping to reduce acts of violence.”

Additionally, under the direction of Evolv Co-founder and prior CEO Mike Ellenbogen, the company is expanding its research, development and productization efforts through which he and his team will continue to drive future generations of free-flow weapons detection and threat mitigation systems. Ellenbogen has more than 20 years of experience in engineering, R&D, business development and marketing in the weapons-screening industry. Prior to Evolv, he founded Reveal Imaging Technologies and served as CEO through rapid growth that led to its acquisition by Science Applications International Corporation. Previously, he held key roles at Vivid Technologies and PerkinElmer Detection Systems.

About Evolv’s AI-based Weapons-Screening and Threat Detection Systems

Second only to the TSA, organizations using Evolv’s systems have screened more than 50 million people – protecting the public by preventing individuals from bringing more than 5,000 weapons into schools, sports stadiums, concert halls, places of work, houses of worship and other public venues. The company’s product suite includes Evolv Express™ and Evolv Edge® systems. Unlike metal detectors and other legacy screening products, Evolv’s systems can identify metal and non-metallic objects and are the world’s fastest, most accurate and least intrusive weapons detection systems.

Powered by the Evolv Cortex AI Software Platform, Evolv’s systems become increasingly more intelligent as new threat profiles are discovered and leverage patented threat classification software paired with a sensor network. This approach instantly distinguishes between actual threats such as firearms, plastic explosives, knives or bombs and everyday items such as cellphones, car keys and wallets. Notably, through its open API, Evolv’s systems can integrate seamlessly into an organization’s security ecosystem.

Evolv’s systems screen hundreds to thousands of people per hour – 10 times the amount of any other screening products. Importantly, the systems provide a user-friendly experience by precluding the need to empty pockets, remove belts, check bags and other cumbersome procedures. Individuals and groups alike simply walk through. If a threat is detected, the Evolv system instantly identifies for security staff the person in question and the exact location where the object is located. This maximizes risk reduction while optimizing security staff resources.

Evolv Technology is the leader in human security. The company is dedicated to making the world a safer place by helping to protect innocent people from mass shootings, terrorist attacks and similar violent acts. Evolv’s AI-based, free-flow weapons-screening and threat detection systems work at the pace of life to accommodate thousands of individuals and groups per hour – screening 50 million people to date in a rapid, undisruptive manner while preventing more than 5,000 weapons from entering a range of public and private facilities. Evolv’s customers include hundreds of top entertainment venues, schools, international airports, stadiums, corporations, hospitals, large-scale events and national landmarks around the globe. Led by a team of security industry thought leaders with a track record for delivering first-to-market products, the company holds more than 100 patents. For more information, visit https://evolvtechnology.com/.

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AI-powered free-flow firearm and bomb detection solution addresses threat detection and eliminates long security wait times

MILWAUKEE, WI, November 4, 2019 — Johnson Controls today announced that they are partnering with Evolv Technology, the leader in free-flow smart threat detection, to bring increased safety and security to customers looking to prevent active shooter and terrorist threats at their venues. Evolv Technology’s free-flow weapons-detection systems are powered by the Evolv Cortex AI™ software platform, delivering the industry’s fastest throughput of more than 3,600 people screened per hour and can quickly distinguish between threats and personal items such as keys, coins, belts and cell phones on their body or in their bag.

“Evolv Technology’s free-flow smart threat detection is a welcomed addition as a partner to our portfolio of weapons-detection technologies,” said Hank Monaco, vice president, marketing, Johnson Controls, Building Solutions North America. “Our strategic partnership allows us to offer our customers increased peace of mind while saving them the time it takes to empty pockets in a security check and focus on their goals.”

“A cutting-edge startup, Evolv Technology can be integrated with other technologies, such as video surveillance and access control, to provide a more complete building-wide solution for multiple industries, including education, healthcare, financial institutions and entertainment venues.”

A cutting-edge startup, Evolv Technology can be integrated with other technologies, such as video surveillance and access control, to provide a more complete building-wide solution for multiple industries, including education, healthcare, financial institutions and entertainment venues. The solution will be available to distribute and service at more than 200 full-service brick and mortar offices throughout North America, as well as more than 3,800 service personnel.

“We’re living in a new era of viral violence that’s created a mass vulnerability problem,” said Mike Ellenbogen, chief executive officer, Evolv Technology. “Given Johnson Controls’ breadth of emergency response offerings, we knew we wanted to partner with them to prevent active shooter and workplace violence events for their customers. We’re thrilled to work together with Johnson Controls to reach more markets and help keep employees and visitors safer in the places they work and play.”

At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. From optimizing building performance to improving safety and enhancing comfort, we drive the outcomes that matter most. We deliver our promise in industries such as healthcare, education, data centers and manufacturing. With a global team of 105,000 experts in more than 150 countries and over 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission. Our leading portfolio of building technology and solutions includes some of the most trusted names in the industry, such as Tyco®, York®, Metasys®, Ruskin®, Titus®, Frick®, Penn®, Sabroe®, Simplex®, Ansul® and Grinnell®. For more information, visit www.johnsoncontrols.com or follow us @johnsoncontrols on Twitter.

Evolv Technology has screened more than 25 million people to-date, preventing visitors from bringing over 5000 weapons into public venues and places of work worldwide. Organizations such as Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, and LL Bean use Evolv’s free-flow weapons detection to prevent active shooters and terrorists from entering their venues while providing a non-intrusive experience. By fusing the latest sensors and Cortex AI, Evolv delivers the only weapons detection smart enough to screen thousands of people, without the need to stop, and empty pockets or remove bags. Evolv eliminates the need to choose between safety and convenience reducing the burden on security teams and taking the hassle out of people screening at places of work, schools, transportation hubs, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, houses of worship, and government agencies. For more information, visit www.evolvtechnology.com.

For news and updates on Evolv Technology, follow us on Twitter at @EvolvTechnology and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/evolv-technology/.

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Peter George Named Chief Commercial Officer; Alan S. Cohen Appointed Chairman of Evolv Board of Directors; Jin Kim and Bob Eckel Join Advisory Board as New Members

BOSTON, April 10, 2019 – Evolv Technology today announced the appointment of four key members to leadership positions. The expanded leadership team will enable the company to meet the growing demand for its AI-powered security screening solutions that detect bombs and weapons. Evolv named Peter George chief commercial officer, named Alan S. Cohen as chairman, Evolv board of directors and added Jin Kim and Bob Eckel to the Evolv advisory board.

According to Gun Violence Archive, there were 340 mass shootings in the U.S. alone in 2018. Globally, thousands of civilians have been injured or killed in attacks and bombings on soft targets, such as sporting events, concerts, places of worship, and hotels. Traditional security screening solutions, like the metal detector, rely on technology developed in 1881 and are not designed to detect today’s bombing and gun threats in high-volume venues – impacting customer service and creating bottlenecks that represent targets in themselves.

Evolv is leading the next generation of security and screening by combining advanced sensors with AI to instantly detect weapons, firearms, and explosives. By using advanced sensors and AI/machine learning technology, Evolv enables venues to seamlessly screen employees, visitors, and VIPs by just naturally walking through, without having them empty their pockets or bags. Evolv’s growing list of customers includes Lincoln Center, L.L.Bean, Gillette Stadium, and Oakland Airport.

“The mass shootings and terrorist attacks of the last several years have fundamentally altered how venues like concert halls, hotels, corporations and even places of worship view security. Metal detectors were never designed to discriminate between today’s modern weapons and metallic objects like cell phones that we all carry every day, let alone support large crowd capacity. This growing need is driving tremendous demand for Evolv’s advanced screening solutions,” said Mike Ellenbogen, CEO, and founder of Evolv Technology. “The deep security background brought by Jin and Bob, combined with Peter’s operational experience, and Alan’s proven company building expertise, is exactly the combination Evolv needs to scale operations and meet the tremendous demand we’re seeing for solutions that actually solve the active shooter and terrorist threats in real-world applications.”

“Evolv is actively reducing the active shooter epidemic in our society, having scanned over 10 million people last year,” Chairman of Evolv’s board of directors, Alan S. Cohen, commented. “The company’s unique convergence of AI with physical security makes it possible for security and venue managers to finally implement security screening without sacrificing the user experience. I couldn’t be prouder to be part of this mission-driven company.”

As chief commercial officer, Peter George is responsible for driving Evolv’s customer-facing operations as the company continues to expand globally. With more than 30 years of experience leading successful cybersecurity companies, Peter plays a key role in helping lead the convergence of physical security with the digital world. Previously, he led two SaaS-based cybersecurity companies from pre-revenue to over $70 million in revenue. Before Evolv, Peter was president and CEO of a security analytics company, Empow Cybersecurity. Prior to that, Peter was president and CEO of Fidelis Cybersecurity, a leader in advanced threat defense, and president and CEO of Crossbeam Systems. He currently serves on the board of directors of cyber security companies, Flashpoint and Corero Network Security (LSE: CNS).

Alan S. Cohen has been appointed chairman of Evolv’s board of directors. Most recently, he was a board member and chief commercial officer at Illumio. A long-time enterprise tech veteran, Alan’s prior two companies, Airespace (acquired by Cisco for $450 million) and Nicira (acquired by VMware for $1.26 billion), were the market leaders in software-driven, cutting-edge technologies. Prior to Airespace, Alan held executive roles at Cisco and IBM. He is well known for his experience in marketing and organizational scaling in several industries including networking, security, SaaS and enterprise software. Alan also serves as an advisor at Cohesity, Mist Systems, and Netskope.

Former FBI special agent, Jin Kim, joins Evolv’s advisory board as a widely regarded subject matter expert and material practitioner in active shooter and workplace violence risk management. He served 23 years in the FBI, working as the active shooter coordinator on the Crisis Management Unit, and the leading authority directing active shooter and workplace violence risk mitigation and training for the FBI’s corporate programming and private sector partnerships. Jin now works as founder and principal of the PerSec Academy Advisory Group LLC, which specializes in active shooter and workplace violence risk management.

Bob Eckel joins Evolv’s advisory board as a secure identity solutions expert. An established executive for building and leading businesses, Bob will apply his deep experience in biometric systems to Evolv’s technology to improve both security and customer operations. Previously, he was regional president for North America Identity and Security at IDEMIA (formerly OT-Morpho), where he oversaw a $700 million business and successfully integrated four North American companies into a premier industry leader. He also held senior executive positions at L-1 Identity Solutions, Digimarc, and Raytheon.

Learn more about Evolv at ISC West, April 9-11, 2019 in Las Vegas.

Experts will be on hand to demonstrate the Evolv Edge®, a physical security system that takes the hassle out of people screening by consistently scanning for bombs and weapons without the need to stop or empty pockets. Schedule a meeting today at: https://evolvtechnology.com/resources/events/#schedule.

Evolv Technology protects everyone’s fundamental right to be safe in all the places people gather. The company is a leader in preventing threats from weapons and bombs before they occur by consistently scanning everyone for weapons and bombs without the need to stop or empty pockets. With Evolv, a positive visitor experience is balanced with a proactive approach to enable security anywhere, without disruption to traffic flow – including at transportation hubs, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, special events and government agencies. The company is led by veterans of the physical security industry and advised by U.S. and international security and counter terrorism experts. Evolv is headquartered in the Boston area. For more information, visit www.evolvtechnology.com.

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Evolv Technology, the Leader in Free-Flow Threat Detection, Continues Upward Momentum

WALTHAM, MA, October 31, 2019 – Following last month’s successful Evolv Express® product launch, Evolv Technology continues to build momentum with $24 million in new funding just days after hiring accomplished CFO Peter Faubert.

Evolv Technology, a Boston area start-up founded in 2013, has launched its second proven weapons-screening systems to stop mass casualty threats. Evolv’s products, which are designed to address the active shooter, workplace violence and terrorism epidemic without the hassle of traditional security screening, return confidence and peace of mind to security professionals and visitors around the world. Evolv plans to use the additional funding to support operations and capital needs as the company scales to support the rapid adoption of Evolv’s revolutionary weapons-screening capability.

“We’re truly fortunate to have strong investment partners who share our vision. This most recent funding will enable the company to scale quickly to support the need for improved security in venues across industries.”

“We started Evolv to develop truly seamless technology to detect anyone attempting to carry a weapon or other threat into venues without slowing the flow of visitors or employees. Public landmarks, workplaces, stadiums, schools and other venues are quickly adopting Evolv’s free-flow weapons-detection systems to solve today’s mass vulnerability problem.” states Mike Ellenbogen, Chief Executive Officer of Evolv Technology. “We’re truly fortunate to have strong investment partners such as Bill Gates, General Catalyst Partners, Lux Capital, Data Collective, SineWave Ventures, Finback Investment Partners, and others who share our vision. This most recent funding will enable the company to scale quickly to support the need for improved security in venues across industries.”

In addition to the $24 million preferred stock financing closed on October 16, Evolv anticipates raising additional funds at a second closing later this quarter. The company expects to grow its team as it continues to expand its breadth of solutions, fine-tune its AI capabilities, and stop new threats as they are discovered.

Evolv Technology, the leader in free-flow threat detection, has screened more than 25 million people to-date, preventing visitors from bringing more than 5000 weapons into public venues and places of work globally. Organizations such as Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, and LL Bean use Evolv’s free-flow weapons detection to prevent active shooters and terrorists from entering their venues while providing a non-intrusive experience. By fusing the latest sensors and Cortex AI™, Evolv delivers the only weapons detection smart enough to screen thousands of people without the need to stop and empty pockets or remove bags. Evolv eliminates the need to choose between safety and convenience, reducing the burden on security teams and taking the hassle out of people screening at places of work, schools, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, houses of worship, and government agencies. For more information, visit www.evolvtechnology.com

Julie Zomar
Evolv Technology
P: 781-374-8100
E:  media@evolvtechnology.com

WALTHAM, MA, October 28, 2019 – Evolv Technology announces the hiring of accomplished CFO Peter Faubert. Peter, a CPA with an established record of building successful high-growth companies, joins Evolv from SeaChange International, Inc., where he spent the last three years playing a strategic role in the company’s ongoing turnaround efforts.

Peter is a well-seasoned CFO with significant startup experience, having served with eight public and private technology companies over the last 20 years, five of them as CFO. He has vast experience in corporate finance, business administration, and management for entities ranging from early-stage to international public companies and brings extensive team-building capabilities to the Evolv team.

“We are thrilled to have Peter join the Evolv Technology executive team,” states Mike Ellenbogen, Chief Executive Officer of Evolv Technology. “His extensive financial leadership experience and proven expertise scaling cohesive, well-functioning teams are exactly the traits and qualities we need as Evolv enters an accelerating growth phase.”

“I am excited to have accepted the roles of CFO, Treasurer, and Secretary at Evolv Technology,” states Faubert. “In a very short amount of time, Evolv has positioned itself as a leader in the weapons-screening market. Among its many innovations across the industry are Evolv’s advanced technology and unique business model. As a father of five, I’m thrilled to join the Evolv team to help fulfill the mission to create a safer world while also positioning the company for financial success.”

Prior to his CFO roles at SeaChange International, Inc., This Technology Inc., Vision Government Solutions, Inc., JNJ Mobile (MocoSpace), and Turbine, Inc., he has held various senior finance positions with Viisage Technology Inc., Burntsand Inc. and Ariba Inc. Peter is a Massachusetts native and received his degree in accounting from Northeastern University.

Evolv Technology, the leader in free-flow threat detection, has screened more than 25 million people to date, preventing visitors from bringing more than 5000 weapons into public venues and places of work worldwide. Organizations such as Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, and LL Bean use Evolv’s free-flow weapons detection to prevent active shooters and terrorists from entering their venues while providing a non-intrusive experience. By fusing the latest sensors and Cortex AI™, Evolv delivers the only weapons detection smart enough to screen thousands of people without the need to stop and empty pockets or remove bags. Evolv eliminates the need to choose between safety and convenience, reducing the burden on security teams and taking the hassle out of people screening at places of work, schools, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, houses of worship, and government agencies. For more information, visit www.evolvtechnology.com.

Julie Zomar
Evolv Technology
P: 781-374-8100
E: media@evolvtechnology.com

Safeguarding Visitors and Employees from Bombs and Firearms at Government Buildings and Facilities.

WALTHAM, MA, October 24, 2019 – Evolv Technology, the leader in frictionless smart threat detection, honors PT Hayam Wuruk Proteksindo with an Evolv Technology Million Dollar Sales Award for their success selling the Evolv Edge® Internationally.

PT Hayam Wuruk Proteksindo, headquartered in Indonesia, began their partnership with Evolv in June of 2018. For more than a year, the Proteksindo team have been effectively selling the Evolv Edge high-speed smart checkpoint systems into the Asia Pacific region to safeguard visitors and employees from bombs and firearms at government buildings and facilities.

“At Evolv, we value the partnerships we’ve developed to sell our threat-detection systems into the International markets to bring safety and peace of mind to venues worldwide. We have been thrilled to work with the team at Proteksindo, and look forward to our continued partnership,” stated Peter George, Chief Commercial Officer at Evolv Technology.

“Our vision at PT Hayam Wuruk Proteksindo, is to be the most credible partner providing SAFETY and SECURITY solutions to protect the things that matter. We carefully select partners that will help make our vision possible. Evolv Technology’s smart people-screening technology helps enable our vision and mission,” stated Jhonny Sitanggang, Managing Director at PT Hayam Wuruk Proteksindo.

Hayam Wuruk Proteksindo provides personal safety devices, defense security equipment, and screening solutions with professional teamwork to achieve our customer’s satisfaction. Our mission is to be the one-stop solution through our full range of products and services while giving maximum benefit to stakeholders. For more information, visit http://hayamwuruk.co.id/.

Evolv Technology has screened more than 25 million people to-date, preventing visitors from bringing over 5000 weapons into public venues and places of work worldwide. Organizations such as Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, and LL Bean use Evolv’s free-flow weapons detection to prevent active shooters and terrorists from entering their venues. By fusing the latest sensors and Cortex AI™, Evolv delivers the only weapons detection smart enough to screen thousands of people per hour, without the need to stop, and empty pockets or remove bags. Evolv eliminates the need to choose between safety and convenience reducing the burden on security teams and taking the hassle out of people-screening at places of work, schools, transportation hubs, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, houses of worship, and government agencies. For more information, visit https://evolvtechnology.com.

Julie Zomar
Evolv Technology
P: 781-374-8100
E: media@evolvtechnology.com

WALTHAM, MA, October 22, 2019  – Evolv Technology, the leader in free-flow weapons detection, launched Evolv Express™, the first no-stop weapons-screening system built to automatically screen groups of people as they walk through without slowing or stopping. With hundreds of systems deployed globally that have screened more than 25 million visitors to-date, Evolv continues to deliver innovative threat detection products. Express screens visitors individually or together, while automatically differentiating weapons from personal items.

Express is the fastest weapons-screening system on the market, consistently screening 60 people every minute for firearms and other threats. That’s 3,600 people per hour – 10X faster than a traditional checkpoint system. Express is designed to address the active shooter epidemic by detecting potential shooters before they enter a venue, without slowing the flow of visitors. Applications for Express include addressing workplace gun violence and school shootings, protecting iconic landmarks and keeping sports and entertainment venues safe. Venue managers no longer must choose between effective security and positive visitor experience.

“We live in an era of viral violence which has created a mass vulnerability problem. There is a clear need for a better way to deter or detect firearms and other threats before they enter a safe space, all while maintaining a positive experience for visitors and employees. Since the vast majority of visitors pose no threat, how do you allow them to walk right through while simultaneously identifying and separating those few individuals who may require a closer look?” stated Mike Ellenbogen, Chief Executive Officer, Evolv Technology. “We’re dedicated to solving the protection paradox. Today’s facilities need a solution that can quickly identify a threat but still welcome the crowds. We’re proud to have developed the first weapons-detection system capable of preventing the mass slaughter of innocent people without subjecting visitors to the traditional prison-like security experience.”

Using a new patented method of threat detection, Evolv’s Cortex AI™ software platform can instantly detect and identify a person carrying a weapon without slowing the flow of visitors who are carrying their personal items and bags. By fusing the latest high-speed sensors and Cortex AI, Express is the only weapons-detection system to deliver:

10X Faster Throughput than Traditional Checkpoints: Screening more than 3,600 people per hour. Visitors and employees walk one at a time or in groups through multi-lane entrances up to eight feet wide.

Free-Flow Screening: Only with Evolv, groups of people are screened simultaneously without removing personal items. Visitors no longer must stop and empty their pockets or remove their bags. They simply walk through naturally.

Real-Time Weapons Detection: The Evolv Cortex AI software instantly distinguishes between threats and personal items such as keys, coins, belts, and cell phones on their body or in their bag. Weapons include firearms, explosive devices, and knives.

Targeted Searches: Express provides guards with a real-time image on a local tablet, highlighting the individual with the potential threat and the location on the visitor’s body or in their bag.

Smarter Over Time: Stay ahead of the threat landscape. With the Evolv Cortex AI software platform, Express becomes more intelligent as new threat profiles are discovered.

Evolv is being used by iconic venues worldwide to screen people for threats in a free-flow operation.  Express debuted at the Global Security Exchange (GSX) Conference in September, enabling security teams to experience the system live in action for themselves:

Evolv reduces the burden on security teams and takes the hassle out of people screening. Contact us to Experience Evolv.

Evolv Technology has screened more than 25 million people to-date, preventing visitors from bringing over 5000 weapons into public venues and places of work worldwide. Organizations such as Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, and LL Bean use Evolv’s free-flow weapons detection to prevent active shooters and terrorists from entering their venues. By fusing the latest sensors and Cortex AI, Evolv delivers the only weapons detection smart enough to screen thousands of people per hour, without the need to stop, and empty pockets or remove bags. Evolv eliminates the need to choose between safety and convenience reducing the burden on security teams and taking the hassle out of people-screening at places of work, schools, transportation hubs, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, houses of worship, and government agencies. For more information, visit www.evolvtechnology.com.

WALTHAM, MA (PRWEB), October 17, 2019  –  Evolv Technology, the leader in frictionless smart threat detection, honors Nasc International, Co., Ltd with an Evolv Technology Million Dollar Sales Award for their success selling the Evolv Edge®.

Nasc International Co., LTD, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, began their partnership with Evolv in November 2017 and is the sole Japanese distributor for Evolv Technology. For the last 2 years, the NASC team have been effectively selling Evolv’s frictionless threat detection systems into Japan to provide peace and harmony at public and private venues.

“NASC has been our strategic partner for bringing safety and peace of mind to venues in Japan through our Evolv Edge systems.”

“To-date, NASC has been our strategic partner for bringing safety and peace of mind to venues in Japan through our Evolv Edge systems. We have been thrilled to work with the NASC team and look forward to our continued partnership as we strive to secure venues throughout Japan,” stated Peter George, Chief Commercial Officer at Evolv Technology.

“NASC aims for a safe and secure society with the highest security technology of international standards. We are pleased to be the sole Japanese distributor for Evolv Technology and several other world-class security companies that can help us make Japan a model for world peace, and are honored to receive this award,” stated Misako Sakon, CEO at Nasc International Co., LTD.

The company name “NASC” of Nasc International is an abbreviation for National Security Company. As its name suggests, it contributes to the creation of a safe and secure society that prevents crimes such as terrorism by building the world’s most advanced security system. Our motto is Harmony, Well Being & Safety for Japan. For more information, visit http://www.nasc-group.com.

Evolv Technology prevents attackers from bringing weapons into public venues and places of work. Organizations such as Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, and LL Bean use Evolv’s frictionless smart threat detection to prevent active shooters and bombers from entering their venues while providing a non-intrusive experience. By fusing the latest sensors and software AI, Evolv delivers the only free-flow smart threat detection that can screen thousands of people per hour, without the need to stop, and empty pockets or remove bags. Evolv reduces the burden on security teams and takes the hassle out of people-screening at places of work, transportation hubs, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, houses of worship, and government agencies. For more information, visit https://evolvtechnology.com.

Julie Zomar for
Evolv Technology
P: 781-374-8100
E: info@evolvtechnology.com

BOSTON, August 14, 2019 – Evolv Technology, the leader in free-flow smart threat detection, today announced the appointment of Owais Hassan as VP of Engineering. Hassan brings deep technical knowledge, exceptional leadership and a proven track record of product innovations in the areas of wireless, cloud and security ecosystems, enabling organizations to develop SaaS business and software-centric recurring revenue.

“We are excited to have Owais join Evolv and drive the company’s product innovation and roadmap,” said Anil Chitkara, president and founder of Evolv Technology. “Owais’ background in sensory technology, advanced software, and AI platforms is an ideal fit with Evolv to meet the growing market demand for public venue and workplace threat prevention. Owais will be instrumental in growing Evolv’s Cortex AI™ Platform capabilities.”

Prior to joining Evolv, Hassan served as VP of Engineering at CIMCON Lighting, a leader in outdoor IoT and smart city platforms. During this time, Hassan led the global engineering organization and was responsible for the product innovation, roadmap, and technical direction, delivering the industry’s first Outdoor Smart City Platform that won the prestigious Edison Awards.

“At Evolv, we have a strong technical substance – unique, different, and impactful to build upon and create a new category of solutions in the physical security space,” said Owais Hassan, VP of Engineering. “I am humbled and excited about the opportunity and look forward to delivering innovative security solutions and helping scale the company to the next growth level.”

HOW EVOLV STOPS ACTIVE SHOOTERS AND BOMBERS AT PUBLIC VENUES AND WORKPLACES: THE EVOLV CORTEX AI SOFTWARE PLATFORM

Unlike legacy checkpoint technologies, Evolv systems are powered by the Evolv Cortex AI Software Platform, which leverages proprietary threat classification software and a sensor network to instantly distinguish between threats such as a gun or bomb and the things we normally carry like a cell phone. Evolv detects a wide range of weapons and non-metallic items of interest without creating congested security lines. With Evolv, no stopping is required, no emptying pockets or removal of bags – people simply walk through the entrance. If a threat is detected, the Evolv free-flow smart threat detection instantly identifies the person, and the location of the threat is shown on a screen to the security team.

Whereas traditional metal detectors can only clear up to 300 people per hour, Evolv systems can clear thousands of people per hour, a 10X improvement in throughput. With 10X higher throughput, Evolv products require fewer security guards, reducing labor costs by up to 70%.

Evolv Technology prevents attackers from bringing weapons into public venues and places of work. Organizations such as Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, and LL Bean use Evolv’s free-flow smart threat detection to prevent active shooters and bombers from entering their venues while providing a non-intrusive experience. By fusing the latest sensors and software AI, Evolv delivers the only free-flow smart threat detection that can screen thousands of people, without the need to stop, and empty pockets or remove bags. Evolv reduces the burden on security teams and takes the hassle out of people screening at places of work, transportation hubs, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, houses of worship, and government agencies. For more information www.evolvtechnology.com

BOSTON, August 9, 2019 – Evolv Technology, the leader in free-flow smart threat detection, today announced the first in a series of upcoming “Experience Evolv” live events where security teams and venue operators can experience how Evolv prevents active shooters and bombers from entering public venues and workplaces. The first event was held on August 8 at Rosewood Sand Hill in Menlo Park, CA.

Evolv prevents attackers from bringing weapons into public venues and workplaces with the only free-flow smart threat detection that can screen thousands of people per hour without requiring visitors to stop and empty pockets or remove bags.

“Evolv was founded with a clear mission to keep people safe while providing a positive visitor security experience,” said Peter George, Chief Commercial Officer of Evolv Technology. “In this era of viral violence, it is critical that security professionals have every option at their disposal to protect visitors to their venues. The Experience Evolv Tour will give them a first-hand opportunity to see the latest weapons screening in action and demonstrate how their venues can prioritize the security of their visitors.”

By combining the latest sensors and the Evolv Cortex AI™ Software Platform, Evolv can instantly distinguish between threats such as a gun, versus common items like cell phones, while screening thousands of people per hour. When a threat is detected, Evolv immediately identifies the person and location of the weapon on the person’s body, providing security teams with precision threat prevention while improving clearance throughput by more than 10x.

Attendees of Experience Evolv will be able to discuss innovative security applications, hear customer testimonials and talk to industry leading security experts on risk-based screening and how organizations can prioritize targeting the weapons that present the most danger.

Experience Evolv events are planned for Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Washington DC, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York, Philadelphia, Portland, Seattle and Southern Florida, as well as Europe and Asia.

Evolv Technology prevents attackers from bringing weapons into public venues and places of work. Organizations such as Lincoln Center, Oakland Airport, Gillette Stadium, and L.L. Bean use Evolv’s free-flow smart threat detection to prevent active shooters and bombers from entering their venues while providing a non-intrusive experience. By fusing the latest sensors and software AI, Evolv delivers the only free-flow smart threat detection that can screen thousands of people, without the need to stop, and empty pockets or bags. Evolv reduces the burden on security teams and takes the hassle out of people screening at places of work, transportation hubs, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, houses of worship, and government agencies. For more information www.evolvtechnology.com

Ashley Crutchfield
fama PR for Evolv Technology
P: 617-986-5025
E: evolv@famapr.com

BOSTON, November 27, 2018 – Evolv Technology, creator of the Evolv Edge® people screening system that detects weapons and bombs, today announced the addition of Alan Cohen and David Orfao of General Catalyst to its Board of Directors. Both have deep experience scaling sales, marketing, and distribution, ultimately building organizations that have created new multi-billion-dollar disruptive companies.

Most recently, Cohen was a Board Member and Chief Commercial Officer at Illumio. A long-time enterprise tech veteran, his prior two companies, Airespace (acquired by Cisco for 50 million) and Nicira (acquired by VMware for .26 billion), were the market leaders in software-driven, cutting-edge technologies. Prior to Airespace, Cohen held executive roles at Cisco and IBM.  He is well known for his experience in marketing and organizational scaling in several industries including networking, security, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), and enterprise software. Cohen also serves as an advisor at Cohesity, Mist, and Netskope.

Before co-founding General Catalyst, Orfao led Allaire Corporation from 1997 to 2000 as president, CEO, and member of the Board of Directors. During his tenure, Allaire grew from a venture-backed start-up to a 19 million public corporation trading on the NASDAQ. The company pioneered the internet application server market before merging with Macromedia. Prior to Allaire, Orfao held executive positions at Frame Technology Corporation, Claris Corporation, and SQA Corporation, successfully completing Initial Public Offerings on the NASDAQ with Frame Technology and SQA Corporation. Orfao sits on the Board of Directors for several General Catalyst-backed companies including Circle, Envoy, OG Systems and RStudio.

“We welcome Alan and David to the board – their extensive experience scaling and transforming businesses will be invaluable as we expand beyond the initial markets we have developed in 2018,” said Mike Ellenbogen, CEO at Evolv Technology. “These additions and the rest of our board and team of advisors share the same passion for applying technology to help solve important challenges. With their support and influence, we are well-equipped to extend our reach.”

From battle-hardened security personnel to former CIA and FBI operatives, Evolv’s list of advisors and board members includes the following experts that are helping improve the people screening experience with technology to keep people safe from mass shooting and mass casualty events.

David Cohen, one of the world’s leading authorities on intelligence analysis and operations from the CIA and NYPD.

Juliette Kayyem, who has spent over 15 years working to make our nation more secure as Massachusetts’ Homeland Security Chief and Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

John Pistole, former Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator who helped transform the organization from a one-size fits all agency, to a risk-based, intelligence-driven agency.

Mark Sullivan, a federal law enforcement agent for nearly 35 years and former Director of the U.S. Secret Service.

Bilal Zuberi, a partner at Lux Capital and former entrepreneur focused on backing entrepreneurs who imagine and build the world they want to live in.

Mike Ellenbogen, co-founder, and CEO of Evolv Technology focused on applying advanced technology to help make our world a safer place.

Evolv Edge® is used by a variety of venues including Oakland International Airport, a top NFL sports stadium, performing arts venues in New York City, iconic tourist attractions and airports across the U.S. and Europe. For company news and updates, follow Evolv on Twitter at @EvolvTechnology, on LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

Evolv Technology protects everyone’s fundamental right to be safe in all the places people gather. The company is an emerging leader in preventing threats before they occur by consistently scanning everyone for weapons and bombs without the need to stop or empty pockets. With Evolv, a positive visitor experience is balanced with a proactive approach to enable security anywhere, without disruption to traffic flow – including at transportation hubs, sports stadiums, entertainment venues, hotels and conference centers, airports, special events, and government agencies. The company is led by veterans of the physical security industry and advised by U.S. and international security and counter-terrorism experts. Evolv is headquartered in the Boston area. For more information, visit www.evolvtechnology.com.

New York City, ISC East, Nov. 15, 2018 — Evolv Technology today announced it is the recipient of a 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award from American Security Today for Evolv Edge®, its people screening system that detects weapons and bombs. The Evolv Edge was recognized as a Gold Winner in the Best Metal/Weapons Detection Solution Category.

The Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards is a prestigious program that highlights the most cutting-edge and forward-thinking security solutions coming onto the market today. The program is specifically designed to honor distinguished government and vendor solutions that deliver enhanced value, benefit and intelligence to end-users in a variety of government, homeland security and public safety vertical markets.

“This award is an exciting milestone for our team as our technology has proven to be unique among the competition and continues to be deployed in venues worldwide to help keep millions of people safe,” said Anil Chitkara, co-founder and president at Evolv Technology. “Traditional screening technologies have not kept pace with today’s changing threats and are not designed to meet the operational realities of a wide range of venues. By leveraging a combination of state-of the art technologies, venue and security managers no longer have to sacrifice security for experience as they work to protect visitors against current and emerging threats.”

Evolv Edge uses multiple sensors to detect a range of metal, plastic and explosive threats using algorithms developed based on artificial intelligence (AI) learning models. The result is a superior visitor and security experience that consistently scans for bombs, weapons and people of interest without the need to empty pockets. The systems have screened millions of people globally at a variety of venues including the Oakland International Airport, a top NFL sports stadium, performing arts venues, iconic tourist attractions and airports across the U.S. and Europe.

“As the nation continues to respond to escalating threats from home and abroad, the innovative solutions being implemented to meet those threats, has led to tremendous growth in the field of Homeland Security,” said Michael Madsen, co- founder and publisher of American Security. “Today, the United States is increasingly focusing on protecting IT/cyber security networks and they are calling on innovative companies like Evolv Technology to help them do so.”

‘ASTORS’ nominations are evaluated on their technical innovation, interoperability, specific impact within the category, the overall impact to the industry, relatability to other industry technologies, and application feasibility outside of the industry, according to Tammy Waitt, co-founder and editorial director of American Security Today.

Most recently, Evolv Edge achieved the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) SAFETY Act Designation – further validating and reassuring customers that the technology can be used effectively for its intended purpose of detecting and preventing physical security threats. The system also recently completed operational testing and evaluation by Safe Skies and was successfully tested by TNO, an internationally recognized detection and testing facility, among other certifications and awards.

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