About Us
David Melhado
Secure Right Consulting Services was founded by a seasoned security industry professional with one purpose: to be the most trusted M&A advisor in the security sector.
David Melhado
Founder & Principal Advisor
My Story
Built from the Inside Out.
My career in the security industry spans over 40 years — starting on the front lines of asset protection and loss prevention, and evolving into one of the most respected executive roles in Canadian retail security.
I spent over a decade as Resources Protection Manager at Sears Canada, overseeing asset protection for the flagship store and five catalogue outlets. From there, I joined Shoppers Drug Mart — the largest drug store chain in Canada with over 1,300 locations — where I served as National Director of Loss Prevention for over 25 years. I led a team of 35 professionals responsible for LP compliance audits, investigations, policy development, and coaching across the entire national network.
Following that, I spent over 13 years as an Associate Partner at a boutique security industry firm based in Oakville, where I focused on connecting security professionals globally, providing consulting services to retailers and security companies, and advising on mergers and acquisitions within the security sector.
That career gave me something no classroom can teach: a deep, firsthand understanding of how security businesses operate, what makes them valuable, and what buyers are really looking for when they evaluate an acquisition.
I founded Secure Right Consulting Services to bring that expertise to security company owners who deserve more than a generalist broker — they deserve an advisor who has lived this industry.
40+
Years in the Security Industry
15+
Years in Security M&A Advisory
50+
Transactions Successfully Closed
$500M+
In Total Deal Value
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Evelyn Melhado
Executive Administrator
Her Story
Evelyn Melhado
As Executive Administrator, Evelyn manages day-to-day operations, digital branding, and client care for Secure Right Consulting Services.
Evelyn has been an integral part of her father's professional journey long before the firm's official launch. Their partnership truly began during a drive when Evelyn was just nine years old — after spotting a security company on the road, David handed her a notepad and pen to log the details of a specific commercial truck. That single note led to a direct call with the company's CEO, ultimately brokering a series of successful major corporate deals with OHM.
Since officially partnering to launch Secure Right, Evelyn handles the firm's technical foundation, client communications, and operational workflows, ensuring every engagement is executed with the highest level of organization, efficiency, and strict confidentiality.
What I Stand For
Principles That Drive Every Deal.
Confidentiality First
Every engagement begins with a strict NDA. Your identity, financials, and intentions remain protected throughout the entire process.
Precision Over Volume
I don't cast wide nets. I identify the right buyers or targets and approach them with purpose — protecting your time and your reputation.
Unbiased Guidance
I provide expert, third-party perspective. My only interest is the best outcome for your transaction — not the fastest close.
Industry Expertise
With 40+ years in the security industry, I understand the nuances of valuations, buyer motivations, and deal structures that generalists miss.
My Expertise
Deep Credentials Across the Security Sector.
My background spans loss prevention, physical security, risk mitigation, and business development — built over four decades working inside some of Canada's largest retail and security operations.
I bring an expert, unbiased, third-party perspective to every engagement. I take a holistic approach to your business objectives and understand their potential impact on your people, processes, and performance.
Areas of Expertise
- Mergers & Acquisitions — buy-side and sell-side advisory
- Physical security, electronic security, and monitoring sectors
- Loss prevention, guarding, and asset protection
- Retail and multi-location security operations
- Business valuation and financial modeling
- Deal structuring, negotiation, and due diligence management
- Exit strategy planning and business readiness advisory
- Risk mitigation and business assessment
Our Commitment
All Engagements Are Conducted Under Strict Confidentiality Agreements.
From the first conversation to the final close, your information is protected. We never disclose client identities, financials, or intentions without explicit authorization. Discretion isn't a feature — it's the foundation of how we work.
Let's Have a Confidential Conversation.
Whether you're ready to move or just beginning to explore, we're here to help you understand your options.