SSOL puts the spotlight on Ron van Veen owner, founder and MD of Ryalex Holdings Pty. Limited Grays Point. The specialist in surveillance reveals aspects of his personal life whilst not uncovering his identity. How long have you lived in the area? I have lived in the area for 20 years
Hobbies / Passions? Four wheel driving, fishing and enjoying the great Shire outdoors
The hardest thing I’ve ever done was … riding my pushbike to and from school for 4 years at 20Km/Day … back in Europe as a child
Your life/business philosophy: It doesn’t matter what you do so long you do it well!
At school I … was a bit of a day dreamer
I wish ... that my family stays happy and healthy
I’m good at … getting my clients out of sticky situations
I’m bad at … getting my invoicing out on time
I often wonder ... where the world is going when oil finally runs out
Describe your business … what makes it different/better
We always strive to deliver a quality security installation job. Firstly, we listen to our customers needs and thoughts and then we combine them with our own ideas to provide the best possible result
How long have you worked in the area? We are not restricted to servicing just the local area and have been in the game for 25 years
Short term goals? What about 5 years To grow into a profitable medium size security company
How long in the current business? Since 1994
Your latest project is … a large residential tower in Sydney East providing Access control and 32 camera CCTV system
What you love about your work? The ability to overcome challenges and the positive feedback from satisfied clients
What you would improve about the area/or your work? Can’t think of anything- which must be good sign
Who has been a mentor? Any other business influences?
The company Wormald Security, as a whole, in the 80s with their excellent training and employment record
Has your family/partner been a help? My wife has been a great driving force and continues to support me in my endeavours
What business books do you read? Mainly trade journals and anything to do with the security industry
What formal qualifications do you have? I am a licensed electrician with post trade qualifications | 
