About Allan Hilsinger
Allan Hilsinger is a Cincinnati native and lifelong entrepreneur who has shaped his career through steady effort and practical decision-making. At 49, he reflects on decades of hands-on experience building, growing, and guiding businesses. Discipline and adaptability, rather than shortcuts, have marked his professional journey. Outside of business, he invests time in athletics, especially swimming and coaching youth sports, demonstrating a balanced approach that connects leadership with mentorship and personal responsibility.
Hilsinger began his higher education at the University of Cincinnati in 1990, after graduating from high school. He attended the Carl H. Lindner College of Business and graduated in 1995 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. During his five years at the university, he participated in campus life and became a member of Sigma Chi, continuing a family tradition. He has remained a lifelong member and, along with his family, has consistently supported the fraternity over many years.
Hilsinger entered the entrepreneurial world immediately after graduation, choosing to start and develop several small businesses. Over the next decade, he relied on detailed market research, structured planning, and consistent management practices to expand each venture. His focus on sustainable growth allowed him to build and ultimately sell those businesses. This period provided him with valuable insight into operational strategy, customer needs, and the responsibilities that come with business ownership.
Allan Hilsinger experienced a major turning point in 2009 when he became a victim of identity theft. The situation significantly affected him and exposed weaknesses in the protection of personal identifying information. Rather than viewing the incident as a setback, he saw it as an opportunity to address a growing problem. He began examining how identity theft affects households and organizations, and he committed himself to developing meaningful solutions to help prevent similar harm.
Hilsinger conducted comprehensive industry research and created a detailed business plan centered on identity protection services. After evaluating market conditions and assembling a team of knowledgeable professionals, he founded Guard Well Identity Theft Solutions in 2011. His mission was to provide affordable, multi-layered identity protection to households nationwide. Since June 2012, he has served as Chief Executive Officer, guiding the company’s strategic direction and ensuring that its services remain accessible and focused on prevention.
Hilsinger continues to lead the organization as it delivers identity management and protection solutions nationwide, primarily through the employee benefits space. Under his leadership, the company has earned multiple awards and industry recognition. He is frequently cited as a subject-matter expert dedicated to helping businesses protect their employees and financial stability from the consequences of identity theft. His approach emphasizes education, accountability, and long-term risk reduction.
Allan Hilsinger has also demonstrated a clear commitment to structured philanthropy connected to his company’s mission. He established the “Guard Well Gives Back” initiative to support nonprofit and charitable organizations in reaching their fundraising goals. In addition, he created the COPS Program to offer discounted memberships to law enforcement officers, with a portion of the proceeds directed to charities that assist them. He further launched the VETS Program to extend similar benefits to active and retired military members, reinforcing his continued dedication to service and community protection.
Hilsinger began his higher education at the University of Cincinnati in 1990, after graduating from high school. He attended the Carl H. Lindner College of Business and graduated in 1995 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. During his five years at the university, he participated in campus life and became a member of Sigma Chi, continuing a family tradition. He has remained a lifelong member and, along with his family, has consistently supported the fraternity over many years.
Hilsinger entered the entrepreneurial world immediately after graduation, choosing to start and develop several small businesses. Over the next decade, he relied on detailed market research, structured planning, and consistent management practices to expand each venture. His focus on sustainable growth allowed him to build and ultimately sell those businesses. This period provided him with valuable insight into operational strategy, customer needs, and the responsibilities that come with business ownership.
Allan Hilsinger experienced a major turning point in 2009 when he became a victim of identity theft. The situation significantly affected him and exposed weaknesses in the protection of personal identifying information. Rather than viewing the incident as a setback, he saw it as an opportunity to address a growing problem. He began examining how identity theft affects households and organizations, and he committed himself to developing meaningful solutions to help prevent similar harm.
Hilsinger conducted comprehensive industry research and created a detailed business plan centered on identity protection services. After evaluating market conditions and assembling a team of knowledgeable professionals, he founded Guard Well Identity Theft Solutions in 2011. His mission was to provide affordable, multi-layered identity protection to households nationwide. Since June 2012, he has served as Chief Executive Officer, guiding the company’s strategic direction and ensuring that its services remain accessible and focused on prevention.
Hilsinger continues to lead the organization as it delivers identity management and protection solutions nationwide, primarily through the employee benefits space. Under his leadership, the company has earned multiple awards and industry recognition. He is frequently cited as a subject-matter expert dedicated to helping businesses protect their employees and financial stability from the consequences of identity theft. His approach emphasizes education, accountability, and long-term risk reduction.
Allan Hilsinger has also demonstrated a clear commitment to structured philanthropy connected to his company’s mission. He established the “Guard Well Gives Back” initiative to support nonprofit and charitable organizations in reaching their fundraising goals. In addition, he created the COPS Program to offer discounted memberships to law enforcement officers, with a portion of the proceeds directed to charities that assist them. He further launched the VETS Program to extend similar benefits to active and retired military members, reinforcing his continued dedication to service and community protection.
