Yesterday morning, Arux Group Co-Founder and CEO Brendan Weed was officially recognized as a 2026 Portland Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree at the awards ceremony held at the Hilton Portland Downtown. Brendan joins 39 other rising leaders identified by the Portland Business Journal as transforming the Portland region. Arux Group Company News · Published […]
Ethan Ogdee Co-Founder & Chief Training Officer, Arux Group · Published February 2026 Throughout the 1960s and 70s, special operations units and select military contractors were issued watches as standard equipment. Navy SEALs received Tudor Submariners. Blackwater issued custom Breitlings to contractors. Delta Force and British SAS operators carried unit-specific timepieces. Today, those military-issued watches […]
Arux Group now offers state-approved security training in Washington State. We provide Washington CJTC Firearms Certification, Washington CJTC Firearms Refresher, LEOSA Annual Qualification, and Washington DOL Unarmed Security Certification. All programs are led by instructors certified by the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission and Department of Licensing, with operational backgrounds in Special Operations, law […]
As we enter the final weeks of 2025, Pacific Northwest business owners and community leaders face two developments requiring strategic awareness: encouraging crime reduction trends alongside seasonal security vulnerabilities, and potential secondary impacts from federal immigration enforcement operations. This Executive Advantage Intel Brief provides data-driven analysis and actionable recommendations for businesses operating in Portland and […]
Arux Group is a Portland Trail Blazers Small Business Partner for the 2025/26 season. This partnership marks a meaningful milestone for our team and reflects the trust our clients have placed in us throughout a year of steady growth across the Pacific Northwest. What This Partnership Represents The Trail Blazers Small Business Partnership recognizes businesses […]
The holiday season transforms ordinary gatherings into events requiring serious security planning. Corporate parties, retail promotions, community celebrations, and private functions bring together large crowds, valuable assets, and elevated threat profiles during what should be the most enjoyable time of year. The festive atmosphere introduces vulnerabilities that demand professional attention. This guide gives event planners […]
Portland businesses face a distinctive security landscape in 2025. Violent crime has dropped sharply, with homicides down 52% according to the Portland Police Bureau. Property crime remains a persistent challenge. Business owners across the metro area, from the Pearl District to Division Richmond and Alberta Arts, need security strategies that reflect today’s actual threat environment. […]
Six Arux Group team members recently competed at The Tactical Games in Fairfield, Utah, putting their capabilities on the line alongside military veterans, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and security professionals from across the country. The results reflect the standard we hold ourselves to every day in the field. What Sets Arux Group Apart from Traditional […]