About Us – Angel Armor

MISSION

Angel Armor Exists to Protect and Preserve the Pursuit of Life, Liberty and Happiness for First Responders and Their Families

We believe there is nobility and purpose behind the men and women who serve their communities. We understand the job of a first responder requires sacrifice, servant leadership and courage. Such qualities are often overlooked or taken for granted — we believe they deserve to be applauded and honored.

Our goal is to serve first responders by offering market-leading proactive solutions that protect officers in every situation, all day. Through advanced technologies our hope is to reduce the burden and provide products allowing for efficient and effective responses, as well as confidence they can stand behind.

LIFE

We are passionate about defending the life of first responders by providing innovative, industry leading ballistic solutions.

LIBERTY

We believe in creating cutting edge products that give and first responders the freedom to confidently perform their duties.

HAPPiNESS

We believe every first responder deserves to come home safely to their friends, family and loved ones.

History

The Angel Armor Story Began in 2013

Josh and JC Richardson are entrepreneurial brothers who founded Angel Armor out of passion for law enforcement and first responders. With global business development experience, the Richardson brothers are the next generation in a family who has been building businesses for decades, including OtterBox™ and LifeProof™.

Their passion for building quality organizations, top-of-the-line quality products and second to none customer service is a core value demonstrated in the Angel Armor employees’ daily objectives and output. Creating a positive culture in organizations that benefit employees, the communities we serve and end-users alike manifests through Angel Armor and its employees.

2013

With a vision to bring cutting edge, innovative products to law enforcement, the Richardson brothers acquire technology and patents to begin innovation and refinement of new product lines.

2014

Angel Armor launches first round of innovative products, Avail Ballistic Door Panels - NIJ Level IIIA: Ultra lightweight, slide in/tool-less install, multi-hit capable vehicle panels. The Avail Ballistic door panels are designed around current officer training and muscle memory, taking the risk out of high risk stops. Along with NIJ Level IIIA ultra lightweight trauma plates allow officers to maintain a high level of mobility with added protection.

2016

Angel Armor is expanding their life saving product lines with Ally One™ Ballistic Panels, available in four convenient sizes for backpacks and briefcases. The thin and light weight panels exceed NIJ Level IIIA standards for multi-round handgun protection.

2018

Angel Armor continues to be an industry leader in proactive law enforcement solutions, expanding body armor offerings with RISE 2.0 Armor System and Truth SNAP 855 rifle plate.

2019

The RISE® Armor System family is expanding with the addition of the R.U.C. (Rise Uniform Carrier). The R.U.C. stays true to the classic RISE DNA with all-day rifle protection and unparalleled weight distribution.
Avail® Ballistic Door Panel product line launched the Avail III+ panels for the most popular police vehicles. Engineered to defend against NIJ III rifle threats with additional protection against special threats such as M193 and M855 Green Tip.

2020

With the mission to protect first responders, Angel Armor continues to broaden and improve all product lines. With the release of the RISE Tactical Carrier (R.T.C.) and Truth SNAP 308C side plates, 360-degree, all-day rifle protection is now a reality. This sleek and versatile platform is built to handle any mission. New to Angel Armor, the Ally One Pouch Series is the perfect companion to any of the RISE Armor System Carriers.

2013

With a vision to bring cutting edge, innovative products to law enforcement, the Richardson brothers acquire technology and patents to begin innovation and refinement of new product lines.

Core Values

Humility

Freedom from pride or arrogance: the quality or state of being humble.

Putting the team and others before yourself.

Integrity

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, moral uprightness, the state of being whole and undivided.

Integrity is the foundation for a balanced and successful business.

Perseverance

Steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

A noble purpose inspires sacrifice, stimulates innovation and encourages perseverance.