Joseph Grillo Joins Azure Access Board

Azure Access Growth With Joseph Grillo's Expertise

15 Oct 2025

Azure Access Technology has announced the addition of Joseph Grillo to its Board of Directors. This appointment brings a wealth of expertise to the U.S.-based manufacturer renowned for its enterprise-grade access control hardware platforms.

Grillo is a highly respected figure within the electronic security and identification sector, possessing over three decades of experience that will be pivotal in driving Azure Access's future growth and innovation.

Integration Timelines and Partner Support

Azure Access Technology serves software-driven enterprises by providing a flexible, open-architecture hardware platform for developing cutting-edge access control solutions.

Their comprehensive software development kit (SDK) plays a crucial role in accelerating integration timelines and offering proprietary customization.

This ensures partners can focus on what makes their solutions unique while benefiting from durable, U.S.-manufactured hardware and continuous support from integration to deployment.

Milestone in Growth

The appointment is seen as a significant milestone for Azure Access. Evan Zinger, Executive Vice President of Azure Access Technology, remarked, "Joseph’s appointment marks a significant milestone in Azure Access' growth journey."

"His deep industry expertise, entrepreneurial leadership, and track record of scaling security businesses globally will be invaluable as we accelerate our mission to become a pioneer in the enterprise access control space."

Strategic Acquisitions and Market Expansion

Grillo led the $750 million Global Technology Division and served on the SIA's Board from 1998 to 2007

Grillo is recognized for founding ACRE, LLC in 2012, which focused on strategic acquisitions within the electronic security sector. ACRE's holdings included Mercury Security, a platform with parallels to Azure Access, which flourished under Grillo's direction.

His previous roles include pivotal positions at HID, where he guided a significant expansion, transforming the company from a $15 million entity to a leading $100 million firm before its sale to ASSA ABLOY in 2001.

At ASSA ABLOY, Grillo led the $750 million Global Technology Division and served on the Security Industry Association’s Board from 1998 to 2007.

Future Growth and Development

"I’m excited to join Azure Access Technology at such a pivotal time," Grillo stated. "I have confidence in the ability of the management team to execute their vision of empowering enterprise software companies with their open, yet customizable access-control product platform."

"Combined with their commitment to partner support and U.S.-based manufacturing, Azure Access is positioned for substantial growth. I look forward to contributing to Azure Access' development and market leadership."

In his new role, Grillo will concentrate on business development and strategic growth initiatives, providing leadership and direction as Azure Access Technology seeks to enhance its influence and presence within the security technology industry.

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Azure Access Technology, a U.S.-based manufacturer of enterprise-grade access control hardware platforms, proudly announces the appointment of Joseph Grillo to its Board of Directors.

A recognized pioneer in the electronic security and identification industry, Grillo brings over 30 years of experience driving growth and innovation in the security technology sector.

Integration timelines and supports

Azure Access Technology empowers software-focused enterprises to build world-class access control solutions through its flexible, open-architecture hardware platform.

With a comprehensive SDK that accelerates integration timelines and supports proprietary customization, Azure Access ensures partners can focus on what sets their solution apart — while relying on robust, U.S.-made hardware and world-class support from integration through deployment.

Azure Access’ growth journey

“Joseph’s appointment marks a significant milestone in Azure Access’ growth journey,” said Evan Zinger, Executive Vice President of Azure Access Technology.

“His deep industry expertise, entrepreneurial leadership, and track record of scaling security businesses globally will be invaluable as we accelerate our mission to become a pioneer in the enterprise access control space.”

Acquisitions in the electronic security

Grillo is best known for founding ACRE, LLC in 2012, a platform for strategic acquisitions in the electronic security market. ACRE’s portfolio included Mercury Security — a similar business model to Azure Access — which under Joseph’s leadership, generated rapid growth and expanded market presence.

Before ACRE, he held influential roles at HID, where he participated in a management buyout in 1995 and led the company as President, growing it from a $15 million enterprise into a $100 million industry pioneer before its successful sale to ASSA ABLOY in 2001.

Grillo later led ASSA ABLOY’s $750 million Global Technology Division and served as President and Board Member of the Security Industry Association (SIA) from 1998 to 2007.

Development and strategic growth initiatives

“I’m excited to join Azure Access Technology at such a pivotal time,” said Grillo. “I have confidence in the ability of the management team to execute their vision of empowering enterprise software companies with their open, yet customizable access-control product platform."

In his new role, Grillo will focus on business development and strategic growth initiatives, guiding Azure Access as it expands its presence and influence within the security technology landscape.

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