Hayson Tasher made a daring step in 2018, when he was 42 years old. He already owns several bars successfully and offers security services to large-scale theater locations throughout California, but he chose to diversify and open Old Patrolman Guard Services (OLDPGS). What began as a one-man business with Hayson personally posting and raising money in his nighttime business ventures to purchase the company's first patrol car grew to become one of the most reputable private security companies in Pasadena. OLDPGS is the embodiment of owner-operators, having won back-to-back City of Pasadena Awards of Security Guard Services and a Business Hall of Fame in 2022 and 2023.
What truly sets Hayson Tasher and OLDPGS apart in an industry often dominated by absentee owners is simple: Hayson is still in the field every week. As a licensed Private Patrol Operator for multiple firms (including two where he draws a salary), plus holding active bail bonds and bounty hunter credentials, he maintains direct oversight of every detail. Guards and clients alike know that when they see the OLDPGS patrol car, the owner himself might be behind the wheel. This hands-on approach ensures unmatched quality control and has built a reputation for reliability that corporate competitors struggle to match.
Weathering Storms and Staying True: Resilience Through COVID-19 and Beyond
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, security companies were suddenly deemed essential workers. While many firms chased government contracts and DEI initiatives, OLDPGS stayed focused on its core mission: delivering professional armed and unarmed security services without political distraction. Hayson openly declined offers tied to race-based or politically driven programs, keeping the company grounded in merit, performance, and client safety. That unwavering stance, combined with free security consultations and full security management packages that let business owners focus on their operations, has solidified OLDPGS as the go-to provider for venues, retail spaces, events, and private clients who prioritize real protection over paperwork.
Hayson’s personal journey adds depth to the brand. Nine years sober and counting, he often shares a powerful life lesson from his past: the night wrestling legend Hollywood Hulk Hogan accidentally dropped a gym bag full of cash at the Hollywood Christmas Parade. Instead of seizing what could have been a life-changing windfall, Hayson walked away, later reflecting that true opportunity comes to those who stay focused and honorable. “Opportunity is key,” he says. “Notice it, respect it, and build it the right way.”
Vision Forward: The Future “Old Patrolman” Brand
Looking ahead, Hayson Tasher is expanding the OLDPGS legacy into the Old Patrolman retail brand, with plans for brick-and-mortar locations offering professional-grade batons, tactical boots, duty gear, firearms, and accessories. Training centers designed to raise the standard of California security professionals are also in development, ensuring the next generation enters the field with the same integrity and skill that defines OLDPGS today.
“We’re not just a security company, we’re security professionals dedicated to a safe and secure environment.”
— Hayson Tasher, Founder & Active Owner, OLDPGS In an industry where trust is everything, Hayson Tasher proves that the strongest protection starts with an owner who still answers the call himself.
