Securis Hampton Roads Brings Cheer to Military Families

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Dec 11th, 2020

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Securis is a company that takes its core values seriously. They are part of all that the company does – both on and off the clock. The first value Securis employees live by is “helps first.” For Al Jenik, owner of the Hampton Roads Securis franchise, this means getting involved in his local community. Recently, Al worked with Operation Healing Forces and mattress giant Tempur-Sealy on a terrific charity event.

Sealy donated 64 mattresses and Mr. Jenik, his family, and the Operation Healing Forces staff helped to unload and store the mattresses until they were ready to be distributed. Operation Healing Forces, a nonprofit organization, works with returning Special Operations Military veterans and their families to improve, enhance, and heal the relationship bonds that were strained during deployment.

Jenik’s and Securis’ involvement stems from personal relationships. “One of my neighbors is a Navy SEAL and his wife works with the charity,” says Jenik. “She asked me to help, so we had our family loading mattresses for SOF families all day Sunday and used our truck to deliver 15 mattresses to Special Operations families Sunday night.”

Jenik’s and Securis’ involvement

Started in 2011, Operation Healing Forces helps Special Operations veterans repair personal relationships by sharing their experiences in a safe, retreat environment with other service members with similar experiences.

“Given how much these Service Members do for all of us, it’s sad to see how rough many of these Special Operations vets and their families have it,” says Jenik. “They have huge amounts of stress, difficulty readjusting to home life after long deployments, and much higher than average divorce rates. Operation Healing Forces really does a lot for these families and I was honored to help them with this event.”

To find out more about Operation Healing Forces and to make a donation, please visit their website: https://www.operationhealingforces.org/donation

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  • Christopher Madeira

    Christopher Madeira

    Director of Marketing

    ITAD Communications & Strategy Expert

    Snapshot / Quick Stats

    • 15+ years of experience in marketing strategy, brand development, and communications
    • Specialized in IT asset disposition (ITAD) messaging for compliance-driven industries
    • Former leadership roles at The Chronicle of Higher Education, CQ Press, and other respected publishers
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    • Market Trends & Competitive Analysis – Tracks shifts in ITAD, resale, and sustainability markets to shape strategy and keep Securis ahead of industry developments.
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    Christopher Madeira is the Director of Marketing at Securis, where he shapes how the company communicates its mission of Secure, Accurate, and Sustainable IT Asset Disposition to regulated industries, government agencies, and enterprise clients. With more than 25 years of experience in marketing and communications, Christopher brings a unique perspective on how to bridge technical ITAD processes with clear, client-centered storytelling.

    Before joining Securis, Christopher served in senior marketing roles across publishing and education organizations, including The Chronicle of Higher Education, CQ Press, and Congressional Quarterly. These positions gave him deep expertise in shaping brand positioning, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering content that informs and engages decision-makers.

    At Securis, Christopher drives marketing strategies that not only build awareness but also educate IT leaders on data security, compliance, and sustainability best practices. His work ensures that Securis remains a trusted voice in the ITAD industry, aligning brand authority with the company’s core differentiators: Secure, Accurate, and Sustainable services.

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    Christopher is the author of numerous Securis blog articles on compliance, sustainability, and ITAD strategy. He has also developed content campaigns that help IT decision-makers understand the evolving landscape of secure data destruction, ESG reporting, and value recovery.

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    A strategist at heart, Christopher is passionate about helping organizations cut through the noise and understand the real risks — and opportunities — in ITAD. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys exploring D.C.’s history, traveling,  connecting with his community, and aviation photography. 

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    Christopher ensures that every piece of Securis’ external communication is not only accurate but also aligned with the certifications and compliance standards that define the company’s reputation. His commitment to transparency reinforces Securis’ standing as a trusted partner for IT asset disposition.