Elliott Allan Hilsinger, 49, has spent much of his life as an entrepreneur, working across various industries and giving back to his community. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 1995, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a concentration in Marketing from the Carl H. Lindner College of Business. This education laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial pursuits, which began soon after he completed his studies.
Starting with small businesses, Elliott quickly applied the knowledge he gained in school to real-world ventures. Over several years, he built, expanded, and successfully sold multiple companies, honing his entrepreneurial skills and learning the ins and outs of market trends, customer needs, and business management. His success in this career phase set the stage for his next major challenge—addressing a growing issue that affected him personally.
In 2009, Elliott became a victim of identity theft. The experience was a wake-up call, making him realize how vulnerable personal data could be. Motivated to help others avoid the same fate, he focused on the identity theft protection industry. This led to the creation of Guard Well Identity Theft Solutions in 2011, a company dedicated to providing affordable, adequate protection to individuals and families against identity theft.
As the founder and CEO of Guard Well, Elliott has worked tirelessly to build a company that prioritizes the safety of personal information. Guard Well offers multi-layered identity theft protection through employee benefits programs, helping businesses provide valuable security to their employees. Under his leadership, the company has grown and earned recognition for its efforts to make identity theft protection accessible to all.
Beyond his work at Guard Well, Elliott has dedicated himself to giving back to his community. He created the "Guard Well Gives Back" program, which supports nonprofit organizations by helping them reach their fundraising goals. Additionally, he founded the "COPS Program" (Covering Officer's Personal Security), which provides law enforcement officers with discounted access to Guard Well's services, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting law enforcement-related charities. Elliott also launched the "VETS Program," offering similar support to active and retired military members by providing discounted memberships and contributing to military-focused charities.
He is also passionate about coaching youth sports, particularly water sports, and is committed to supporting young athletes by teaching them essential life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. His involvement in coaching reflects his broader philosophy of giving back to the next generation and making a positive impact in the lives of others. Today, Elliott Allan Hilsinger continues to lead Guard Well Identity Theft Solutions, driving innovation in the identity protection space while remaining deeply committed to his personal and philanthropic endeavors. His journey as an entrepreneur, CEO, and philanthropist is a testament to his dedication to business success and community betterment.
