“A” Locksmith Naples
Andrew Blitch, President
Meet Andrew – Security Expert, Business Leader & Community Leader
Andrew’s journey to becoming the owner of “A” Locksmith Naples is anything but ordinary. With a diverse background in law enforcement, private security, and business leadership, he brings an unmatched level of expertise to the locksmith and security industry.
Before taking the entrepreneurial leap, Andrew served seven years as a City of Houston Police Officer, patrolling one of the city’s toughest neighborhoods. As a community policing advocate, he built connections with the people he served, working to deter crime and improve public safety. At the same time, he held a second full-time role as the Director of Security for an elite private K-12 school in Houston’s River Oaks neighborhood—one of the wealthiest areas in Texas. With a $1 million annual security budget, he managed a team of 30+ armed police officers and private security guards, ensuring student safety while overseeing access control systems, cameras, and physical security infrastructure. His security expertise became so well-respected that he was called upon to improve school safety plans and reduce violence at campuses across Texas.
When the school underwent a $20 million expansion, Andrew was tasked with designing the physical security and traffic flow, ensuring the campus was secure, efficient, and prepared for future threats. Throughout his career, he has also provided protective services for high-profile individuals, including a former U.S. Secretary of State, a Vice Presidential Candidate, and Fortune 500 CEOs.
Andrew’s boots-on-the-ground experience with crime—both in high-crime areas and affluent communities—gives him a unique, well-rounded perspective on security. He stays ahead of emerging crime trends, deterrence strategies, and prevention tactics, integrating this knowledge into the solutions he provides for clients at “A” Locksmith Naples.
A Naples Native, Committed to His Community
Andrew was born in Naples and is passionate about contributing to his hometown’s growth and security. A graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice with a Minor in Mathematics in 2007, followed by graduating near the top of his class at the Houston Police Academy in 2008. He has received specialized training from Homeland Security and FEMA, earning certifications in:
Andrew is a 2017 graduate of the Growing Associates in Naples (GAIN) program and a 2018 graduate of Leadership Collier, an intensive 8-month leadership development program by the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce. These programs deepened his understanding of local challenges and strengthened his commitment to using his knowledge for the betterment of the Naples community.
Recognized for Excellence
Andrew’s dedication to security, business leadership, and community service has earned him multiple accolades, including:
As a member of Vistage, the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, the Associated Locksmiths of America, and the Society of Professional Locksmiths, Andrew continuously invests in professional development and industry best practices.
A Leader in Security & Locksmithing
At “A” Locksmith Naples, Andrew leads a team of highly trained locksmiths and security professionals, ensuring that homeowners, businesses, and builders receive top-tier security solutions. From high-security locks and access control systems to safes and vault installations, Andrew’s hands-on experience and strategic security planning background make him a go-to expert in the industry.
Whether he’s helping a family protect their home, working with local businesses to improve security, or serving as a volunteer Cub Master for Scouting America, Andrew is dedicated to keeping people safe—and he does it with passion, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
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Proudly Serving Southwest Florida since 1973 with 700+ Five-Star Reviews
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Your Best Choice in Local Locksmiths
Your Security is Our #1 Concern
Owned by a former police officer, “A” Locksmith provides background-checked technicians who arrive on-time, in-uniform, and in a marked vehicle for your safety.
Keeping Naples Safe for More Than 50 Years
Our mission is simple, Keep Naples Safe. We’ve done that over the last 50 years by sharing the very best security advice, service, and products with each of our clients.
Licensed, Bonded, & Insured
“A” Locksmith has been licensed, bonded, and insured for over 50 years. We uphold the highest standards of ethics and do what’s right to protect our clients.
NORTH NAPLES
(Across from Mercato on US-41)
9051 Tamiami Trail North, #103
Naples, Florida 34108
Showroom Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
CITY OF NAPLES
(Just north of Mooring Line Drive on US-41)
2612 Tamiami Trail North
Naples, Florida 34103
Showroom Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
