2024 in Review
In 2024, Allegion demonstrated our commitment to keeping people safe where they live, learn, work and connect thanks to the effort, innovation and engagement our individual employees and teams bring to our company and to the industry.
See the tabs below for a look at Allegion’s proudest moments, instances of industry recognition, a sampling of innovative solutions released in 2024 and a round-up of thought leadership pieces by Allegion’s experts.
Click on an image below for a look at some of Allegion’s proud moments and significant events from across our brands and businesses in 2024.
Allegion wins Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award
In 2024, Allegion became one of the first manufacturing companies ever to be honored with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, a highly competitive honor that recognizes the world’s most engaged places to work.
“Employee engagement isn't just a nice-to-have at Allegion; it's core to how we achieve our business strategy. We know that engaged employees are more productive, produce higher quality work and leverage their unique strengths to deliver innovative solutions to our customers,” said Jen Hawes, Allegion senior vice president and chief human resources officer. “By living our values and taking ownership of engagement, we accelerate Allegion's success and advance our mission of pioneering safety.”
Allegion wins Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award
Allegion wins 2 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards
Allegion was honored with two 2024 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards for environmental initiatives in the U.S. The two projects — a logistics reconfiguration that reduces cargo shipments to one of our distribution centers in Kansas and a major glass recycling initiative at our Technical Glass Products (TGP) facility in Washington — reduce our environmental impact.
Allegion wins 2 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards
Allegion Ventures leads Series A funding round for Serenity
Allegion Ventures has expanded its strategic portfolio as the lead investor in a Series A funding round for Serenity, a leader in innovative, artificial-intelligence (AI)-powered environmental, health and safety (EHS) software solutions.
Serenity offers cloud-based and AI-powered tools that drive safety, compliance and operational efficiency for businesses across the globe — ultimately helping protect employee wellbeing while also providing peace of mind to employers.
Allegion Ventures leads Series A funding round for Serenity
Allegion acquires 5 companies, strengthening portfolio
In 2024, Allegion continued to expand its innovative portfolio and meet additional customer needs through strategic acquisitions. We invested in five bolt-on companies that leverage Allegion strengths, like our specification-writing capabilities, our deep customer relationships and our manufacturing and distribution scale. Learn more about Boss Door Controls, Dorcas, Krieger™ Specialty Products, SOSS® Door Hardware and Unicel Architectural — and how they complement our portfolio.
Boss Door Controls | Dorcas | Krieger Specialty Products | SOSS Door Hardware | Unicel Architectural
Allegion acquires 5 companies, strengthening portfolio
Allegion elects Lauren B. Peters as board chair
In September, Lauren B. Peters was elected chair of the Allegion Board of Directors (Board). A member of the Board since 2021, her knowledge of the business and strategic acumen are both strong assets she brings to the role, said Allegion President and CEO John H. Stone.
Allegion elects Lauren B. Peters as board chair
Allegion appoints Gregg Sengstack to board
In December, Gregg Sengstack was appointed to the Allegion Board of Directors. With a professional career spanning more than 30 years, he brings a wealth of knowledge and skills. He has served as a public company CEO and CFO, and has extensive experience in international markets, general management and finance.
Allegion appoints Gregg Sengstack to board
Schlage® named America’s Most Trusted® lock brand
In 2024 — for the fifth year in a row — Schlage was recognized as the most trusted brand in the America's Most Trusted Door Locks & Hardware Study conducted by Lifestory Research. In its 2024 survey with more than 5,000 consumers who were considering the purchase of door locks and hardware sets throughout the year, they rated various door lock brands based on several factors, including overall reputation, the likelihood of recommending the brand to others, personal feelings toward the brand and the level of brand trust. Already in 2025, Schlage won this award for the sixth consecutive year.
Schlage® named America’s Most Trusted® lock brand
Thousands of AXA Home Security products are Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze
Our company is one of the first door hardware manufacturers in the world to become Version 4.0 Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze, thanks to the line of AXA’s Home Security aluminum door fittings and pull handles that are on their way to being fully circular — an approach to designing and manufacturing products and systems that models nature's processes. Materials are viewed as nutrients circulating in healthy, safe metabolisms.
The U.S. and Netherlands-based Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute developed a global standard that’s used by future-focused designers, brands, retailers and manufacturers to make safe, circular and equitable materials and products. Bronze is the first level of certification — a foundation for advancement to silver, gold and platinum levels — evaluating products in five categories: material health, materials reuse, renewable energy and carbon management, water management and social justice.
Thousands of AXA Home Security products are Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze
Unicel Architectural a finalist in 2 categories of Architizer A+Awards
Unicel Architectural, acquired by Allegion in 2024, was recognized in two categories of the 2024 Architizer A+Awards, an awards program focused on promoting and celebrating the year’s best architecture and spaces around the world. Its Touchless Operator for Vision Control® louvered glazing was a finalist in the Best of the Year Health & Wellness product category, and was a special mention in the Best of the Year Innovation product category. The hands-free technology is crucial for infection prevention and control and to reduce physical contact with otherwise high-touch surfaces in healthcare, education, commercial and other settings.
Unicel Architectural a finalist in 2 categories of Architizer A+Awards
Jen Sieber named principal of Allegion Ventures
Our vice president of business development for Allegion Americas was named a new principal of Allegion Ventures. This fund invests in innovative technology and software that go beyond traditional approaches to bridge physical and digital security and create seamless user experiences. Prior to joining Allegion, Jen managed corporate venture funds for several Fortune 1000 companies, including Allegion Ventures.
Jen Sieber named principal of Allegion Ventures
Waste diversion project wins Sustainability Initiative of the Year award
Allegion won a 2024 Sustainability Initiative of the Year award from the Business Intelligence Group for a Sustainability Kaizen project that aims to help our U.S. manufacturing facilities divert more waste from landfills. Our corporate Environmental, Health and Safety team has developed and implemented a process over the past 18 months that helps facilities collaborate to assess and address their overall environmental impact.
Waste diversion project wins Sustainability Initiative of the Year award
Schlage® XE360 Series™ named top product by Security Info Watch readers
The Schlage XE360 Series, the next generation of innovative electronic locks outfitted with the options and features most looked for by multifamily properties, was chosen as the top product in its category, Door Hardware & Locks. The Security Info Watch’s Readers’ Choice Product Awards are decided by actual users and installers, making the honor is a true reflection of industry needs and preferences. With nearly 2,200 security professionals casting their votes, the awards showcase products that genuinely resonate with the industry.
Schlage® XE360 Series™ named top product by Security Info Watch readers
Schlage® Indication Solutions wins Campus Safety BEST award
Schlage Indication Solutions, a best-in-class lock portfolio designed specifically with K-12 and higher education security needs in mind, won a Campus Safety 2024 Best Electronic Systems Technologies (BEST) award in the Locks and Door Hardware category. The program honors superior security, law enforcement, emergency management, facilities management and life safety products and services for healthcare, higher education and K-12 school campuses. The Indication Solutions were also selected as an honorable mention in the Security Info Watch Reader’s Choice Product Awards in the Door & Hardware Locks category. Our Indication Solutions have some of the largest viewing windows and patented 180-degree visibility so you Know It’s Locked™.
Learn more about the award and our Schlage Indication solutions.
Schlage® Indication Solutions wins Campus Safety BEST award
At Allegion, our experts in industrial design, engineering, information technology and intelligent manufacturing build innovative solutions that help keep people and their property safe where they live, learn, work and connect around the world.
Click on an image below to learn about a sampling of new or enhanced products and innovative solutions we launched in 2024.
Schlage® Indication Solutions
Schlage Indication Solutions is a best-in-class lock portfolio designed with K-12 and higher education security needs in mind while also serving the privacy application needs of healthcare, commercial and retail markets. The visual indication trims offer enhanced lock status visibility with some of the largest viewing windows and a patented 180-degree visibility that helps ensure clear messaging from any angle — so you Know It’s Locked™. Now available in the U.S. and Canada.
Schlage® Indication Solutions
Schlage® XE360™ Series
Schlage XE360 Series Wireless Locks is a new electronic portfolio designed with multifamily market needs in mind and made to fit a wide range of common area openings. The locks operate in offline or No-Tour environments, which eliminates the need for property managers to visit the lock to update the access rights. Now available in the U.S. and Canada.
Schlage® XE360™ Series
SimonsVoss AX2Go
The AX2Go mobile key by SimonsVoss offers an alternative to conventional identification media, such as transponders and key cards, enabling a more flexible and secure short-term authorization for building service providers, employees and visitors across a range of industries. SimonsVoss also launched AX Manager, a new state-of-the-art electronic locking software system that makes managing thousands of components and authorizations a simple and central task.
SimonsVoss AX2Go
Mobile credential support on Wear OS by Google Smartwatches
Allegion is the first security solutions provider to support mobile credentials in Google Wallet™ on Wear OS smartwatches. All Schlage® mobile credentials currently offered in Google Wallet on Android™ — such as student IDs and employee badges — equip Wear OS smartwatch users with convenience, enhanced security and seamless access. This enhances our full portfolio of premium mobile credentials for higher education, multifamily and corporate customers in Google Wallet and Apple Wallet.
Learn more about the technology and our solutions.
Mobile credential support on Wear OS by Google Smartwatches
Schlage®/Airbnb platform integration
Schlage announced its smart lock integration with Airbnb. Airbnb hosts with listings in the U.S. and Canada will have seamless access to the industry-leading Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Lock Family directly within the Airbnb app, improving and simplifying entry and exit logistics for guests. Hosts can now streamline the check in and checkout process with automatically generated access codes for guests, removing the need to create unique codes for each visitor manually. Now available in the U.S. and Canada.
Schlage®/Airbnb platform integration
Gainsborough Freestyle Trilock Wi-Fi Smart Lock
The Gainsborough Freestyle Trilock Wi-Fi Smart Lock is now available with built-in Wi-Fi. The award-winning smart lock is packed full of discreet technology, boasting the Trilock 3-in-1 function, built-in Bluetooth technology and a stylish slide cover to conceal the PIN code keypad. In 2025, the Freestyle Trilock with Wi-Fi was certified with Thread and Matter, a milestone certification and first for Allegion. In May 2025, we will release an over-the-air update for current lock owners and offer built-in technology for new purchases. Available in Australia.
Gainsborough Freestyle Trilock Wi-Fi Smart Lock
Von Duprin 70 series
Building on a legacy of trust and quality, the Von Duprin 70 Series is a new product line at a medium price point, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications, including warehouse, industrial, office, multifamily, retail and hospitality spaces. Now available in the U.S.
Von Duprin 70 series
Zentra/Resident Key in Apple Wallet
Zentra, Allegion’s multifamily access control software solution, now offers resident key in Apple Wallet for use by customers and their residents, enabling them to easily and securely unlock their apartment or other assigned doors with a simple tap of an iPhone® or Apple Watch®. Now available in the U.S.
Zentra/Resident Key in Apple Wallet
CISA Multitop Matic EXIT Double Leaf
With the introduction of its new counter-lock for double leaf panic exit doors, the CISA Multitop Matic EXIT system reinforces its position as the perfect solution for panic and/or fire doors within busy public and commercial spaces. This new automatic system brings to market a “Made in Italy” counter-lock featuring a long faceplate. Now available in Europe.
CISA Multitop Matic EXIT Double Leaf
Our employees’ contributions to both our company and the industry play a huge role in creating safety and accessibility where we live, learn, work and connect around the world.
Click on an image below for a look at a selection of thought leadership pieces from across Allegion’s businesses.
The evolution of door entry systems — from traditional to modern smart options
Allegion UK launches new Fire Door Hardware Guide
Out of sight, out of mind: Are people too passive when it comes to fire door safety?
Allegion Ventures and Ambient.ai leaders talk shared passions and partnership
Glass curtain walls: Framing design and performance
Going beyond the perimeter: 10 benefits to upgrading to wireless locks
Freedom starts with interoperability – are you there yet?
Visual Indication Trims can increase patient privacy and medical safety
When to replace door locks and other household items
ISC West 2024 show floor spotlight on Allegion
Improving classroom security with Visual Indication Trims
Allegion is committed to creating a safer and more accessible world — and our company wouldn’t be able to do that without our employees: the experts who are elevating the security industry through knowledge, innovation and excellence.
Click on an image below for a look at Allegion’s industry recognition and leadership in 2024.
4 Honored as top women in security industry
Four employees were named 2024 honorees of the Security Industry Association’s (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100. The list honors top women in the security industry whose outstanding accomplishments and success stories are breaking barriers, redefining the faces of leadership and showcasing the innovative contributions women bring to the industry.
Our honorees are:
- Beth Anderson, director of digital marketing
- Kristen Mahin, senior manager of enterprise resource planning (ERP) design and solutions for manufacturing and distribution
- Sarah Melluso, wholesales sale consultant for New England and metro New York
- Caroline Rhodes, director of Americas engineering electronics
4 Honored as top women in security industry
Olivia Renaud recognized for impactful contributions to security industry
Olivia Renaud, group product manager for credential software, was named one of the Security Industry Association’s (SIA) 25 on the RISE in 2024, which honors emerging leaders who are making impactful contributions to advancing our industry across six categories. She won in the leadership category, which is given to individuals in management who inspire others and cultivate new leaders by creating opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Olivia Renaud recognized for impactful contributions to security industry
Chief privacy officer named to SIA’s Data Privacy Advisory Board
Bobby Prostko, Allegion’s chief privacy officer and deputy general counsel, was selected to serve as the new chair of the Security Industry Association’s (SIA) Data Privacy Advisory Board. The board leverages the collective expertise of industry professionals to provide information and best practices to help SIA members handle sensitive data in a safe and secure manner.
Chief privacy officer named to SIA’s Data Privacy Advisory Board
2 Employees given SIA scholarships
Christin Kinman, an end user sales consultant, was named a recipient of the Security Industry Association’s (SIA) Women in Security Forum (WISF) Scholarship, a program that helps promote educational and career advancement for women. She was one of eight recipients from the industry.
Itzel Portillo, a marketing specialist, was a 2024 recipient of the SIA RISE Scholarship program for young talent and emerging leaders. She was one of 24 individuals awarded a scholarship to use toward continuing education and professional development.
2 Employees given SIA scholarships
Vince Wenos named ‘Tech Exec of the Year’
Vince Wenos, Allegion senior vice president and chief technology officer, was named a 2024 Tech Exec of the Year in Indianapolis. The prestigious honor recognizes exceptional leaders in the technology sector who have demonstrated outstanding innovation, leadership and impact within their organizations and the broader tech community. Vince was honored as one of three executives in the public company category for this esteemed award.
Vince Wenos named ‘Tech Exec of the Year’
Devin Bowman named one of most influential people in the glass industry
USGlass Magazine named Allegion’s Devin Bowman one of its 2024 Most Influential People in the glass and metal industry. He’s the general manager of Allegion Americas’ door and window business unit, including brands like Technical Glass Products (TGP), AD Systems and Unicel Architectural. Nominated by glass and glazing industry peers and selected by the magazine’s editorial team, the honorees are industry leaders who care about environmental sustainability, codes and standards and innovation.
Devin Bowman named one of most influential people in the glass industry
Marcus Keenan named Certification Committee Chair for AAADM
Marcus Keenan, Codes and Product Compliance Manager for Allegion’s Stanley Access Technologies (SAT) business unit, has been named chair of the Certification Committee for the American Association of Automatic Door Manufacturers (AAADM). Among the most important posts in the association, the chair oversees all aspects of the association’s certification and training for automatic door installers, technicians and inspectors.
Marcus Keenan named Certification Committee Chair for AAADM
2 Allegion experts earn prestigious DHI awards
Jason Gehrs, an architectural services consultant in Iowa for the Americas Central Regional Sales Office (RSO), was honored with the Distinguished Consultant Award from the Door and Hardware Institute (DHI) for his technical expertise and significant contributions to the door and hardware industry as a credentialed consultant for more than 10 years.
Mark Kuhn, an architectural services consultant for Allegion Americas’ Midwest Regional Sales Office (RSO), was nominated and selected by industry peers for one of the top Door and Hardware Institute (DHI) honors, the 2024 Fellow DHI Award, which is given to a member annually who has made significant and outstanding service contributions to the industry or institute for at least 10 years.
2 Allegion experts earn prestigious DHI awards
EHS director named to prestigious National Safety Council committee
Dan Stevens, director of global environmental, health and safety (EHS) audit, compliance assurance and environmental sustainability, was named to the National Safety Council’s (NSC) Delegates Committee, a prestigious committee that drives the U.S. nonprofit safety organization’s policies and priorities. With 1,300 member companies, the NSC is a 100-plus-year-old center for safety expertise that focuses on eliminating the leading causes of preventable death and injury. The committee is comprised of subject matter experts from member organizations who provide direction, counsel and guidance to NSC staff and leadership.
EHS director named to prestigious National Safety Council committee
Allegion Australia wins 2 trade supplier awards
Natbuild, Australia's leading trade hardware and building supplies buying group, named Allegion the Supplier of the Year for 2024 in the trade hardware category. The award recognizes the hard work the entire Allegion Australia team has put into customer excellence, highlighting that we are consistently striving to be the partner of choice.
Allegion Australia also won a 2024 Bowens Supplier Award in the Fixing Hardware partner category, demonstrating that customer satisfaction is a key purpose that drives the business.
Allegion Australia wins 2 trade supplier awards
