Mission

Covenant’s promise is that of reliability. We are committed to providing the absolute best security solution for our client at the lowest total cost of ownership and at the same time treating our employees as partners in this mission. 

Solution

Covenant Security Solutions is a physical security services value-driven organization focused on individual customer-specific needs. The client and employee experiences are the focuses of Covenant. Covenant’s core objectives are to form a deep understanding of the client’s needs, bring a highly reliable and value-driven solution to those needs at the absolute lowest total cost of ownership and treat its employees as partners of the organization. Covenant provides a fully integrated solution: physical security program design/ consultation, security systems, licensed security officer and concierges.

Competitive advantage

Covenant’s Value Creation Model illustrates the service elements that drive value. Each service element plays a salient and interconnected role with the other. That is, the integration between the ten elements is critical to delivering the absolute best solution for the client at the lowest cost of total ownership. Backed by evidence-based management theories such as Six Sigma, Just Culture and High Reliability, Covenant delivers a boutique feel for its customers and employees yet with large corporation expertise and systems.

Experienced Leadership

Headquartered in beautiful downtown St. Petersburg, Covenant’s executive management team is comprised of retired law enforcement leaders, healthcare administrators, security systems integrators and private security executives.  Our executive team, together, has nearly two hundred years of professional industry experience. 

Meet Our Team

Daman Toth

Senior Security Executive

Daman Toth brings nearly 30 years of leadership experience in physical security across healthcare, technology, and enterprise environments. He has held senior roles with AlliedUniversal, VeriSign, and Johns Hopkins Medicine throughout the East Coast. Daman holds a Master’s degree in Public Policy with a focus on International Security from George Mason University and an Executive Leadership certificate from Georgetown University. He resides in St. Petersburg, Florida, with his wife and two sons.
 

Jeffrey Lashway

Senior Managing Director & Chief Revenue Officer

Jeffrey Lashway has more than 25 years of experience in professional consulting and security services, with a proven track record of driving multi-million-dollar growth across national markets. Known for his consultative, client-first approach, Jeff specializes in aligning security operations with technology and business strategy. An owner and partner at Covenant Security Services, he leads enterprise growth, strategic partnerships, and revenue initiatives. Jeff resides in Palmetto, Florida, with his wife and three daughters.

Nathan Kontra

Senior Managing Director of Administration

Nathan Kontra brings over 25 years of leadership experience spanning operations, administration, and business ownership. His background includes extensive work in operations management, compliance, and organizational development, as well as seven years in the legal sector managing regulated teams and processes. As Senior Managing Director of Administration, Nathan oversees corporate operations and strategic alignment to support long-term growth. He lives in Tampa, Florida, with his wife and two children.

Robert “Mickey” Watson, CHPA, CHEP

Senior Director, Healthcare Project Management

Mickey Watson is a 40-year law enforcement and public safety veteran specializing in healthcare security and emergency management. A Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator and Emergency Professional, Mickey has led security programs for major hospital systems and served as a nationally recognized consultant and speaker. At Covenant, he leads healthcare project management initiatives with a focus on risk mitigation, compliance, and operational readiness.

Scott MacDonald, Major (Ret.)

Director, Government Affairs & Public Safety Liaison

Scott MacDonald retired as a Major from the St. Petersburg Police Department after nearly 30 years of service. His career included leadership roles across patrol operations, special operations, training, emergency management, and large-scale event security. Scott now serves as Covenant’s liaison for government affairs and public safety, bringing deep expertise in law enforcement coordination and crisis planning.

John Gergis

Executive Manager

John Gergis is a retired NYPD officer with decades of experience in law enforcement, public safety, and security operations. Since joining Covenant Security Solutions, he has rapidly advanced into executive leadership, overseeing healthcare security operations across multiple hospital systems. John is known for his disciplined leadership style, operational insight, and commitment to mentoring high-performing teams.

Kristena Caddell

Senior HR Manager & Leader of Talent Acquisition

Kristena Caddell brings nearly a decade of human resources leadership experience across healthcare, insurance, and security sectors. She specializes in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and organizational development, with a strong people-first philosophy. At Covenant, Kristena leads enterprise HR initiatives that strengthen culture, engagement, and leadership development.
 

Paul J. Martin

Security Investigator

Paul J. Martin has more than five decades of experience in federal law enforcement and corporate security. A retired NCIS Special Agent, Paul conducted high-level investigations involving national security, counterintelligence, and complex criminal matters. He now serves as a Security Investigator with Covenant, specializing in sensitive investigations, insider threats, and regulatory compliance.
 

Steve McKeever

Human Resources Manager

Steve McKeever oversees human resources operations with a focus on employee support, onboarding, and professional development. With a background in hospitality and people management, Steve brings a hands-on, service-driven approach to HR leadership. He currently manages operations at Covenant’s Ybor Employee Resource Center.

Bekah Sian

Human Resources Coordinator

Bekah Sian brings over a decade of customer service experience and a strong foundation in employee support and engagement. As a Human Resources Coordinator, she focuses on fostering positive workplace experiences, collaboration, and employee well-being across the organization.
 

Vincent Baltmeskis

Senior Manager
Field Operations

Vincent Baltmeskis is a U.S. Army veteran with extensive experience in security operations, risk management, and leadership. Since joining Covenant Security Solutions more than four years ago, he has advanced from Account Manager in the Healthcare Division to Senior Operations Manager. He is committed to operational excellence, developing high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

LYNN DAVIS

Senior Manager,
Field Operations

Lynn Davis oversees field operations, With nearly 20 years in healthcare and five years with Covenant Security Solutions, she brings a strong foundation in communication, empathy, and service. Her diverse professional background, combined with a commitment to continuous growth and teamwork, helps her deliver dependable support while fostering positive relationships with clients and colleagues alike.

CORE VALUES

Faithful

We have a deep belief system.  We trust each other; and, we are trusted by our colleagues, customers, communities and industry.

Honest

We tell the truth. We are authentic. We are transparent. We communicate even when the news is not good.

Reliable

Our promise to you. We reduce errors and produce good-to-great outcomes as a Highly Reliable Organization that practices a Just Culture. 

Predictable

We are great at the basics. We dress professionally. We are on-time. We are available and present when needed.

Thoughtful

We take careful consideration of what we say. We care deeply about others; and. our empathy is illustrated in our behaviors.