Meet Chicago’s Security Team
Joseph P. Kelly
President of Intellex Security, Inc., is a retired Chicago Police Captain with 32 years experience. Mr. Kelly has a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Lewis University. Mr. Kelly was responsible for coordinating and supervising numerous large events such as the “Taste of Chicago” since its beginning and also headed security at the “Celebrate on State” street fest. Included in his services was on-site security with a select unit of individuals for numerous Super Bowl locations.
“I enjoy providing services to our customers and I enjoy managing the employees at Intellex.” - Joseph Kelly
Patrick R. Murray
Vice President of Intellex Security, Inc., is a retired Detective with 29 years of experience with The Chicago Police Department. Mr. Murray is an U.S. Army veteran and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Social Justice from Lewis University. He has trained and supervised personnel with respect to special events, commercial security and retail security environments.
“I enjoy interacting with the business community and providing them with needed service.”
- Patrick Murray
Account Advisor has a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the Illinois Institute of Technology. Brian specializes in ensuring our customer service and the relationship aspect of our operations. He helps provide our clients with quality and excellence.
“I enjoy working with our clients to make sure their hotel conventions are a success.”
- Brian Kelly
Timothy Gainer
Director of Hotel and Convention Services is a retired Chicago Police Lieutenant with over 25 years experience. Mr. Gainer has extensive Hotel and Convention Security operations. He has been supervising hotel and convention operations for over 20 years.

