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Pineland joins a growing network of companies nationwide that are taking proactive steps to protect vulnerable populations and strengthen their communities.

Pineland Telephone CEO Dustin Durden commented on the achievement. “At Pineland, serving our communities means more than providing technology services. Through Operation IFAST Certification, we are equipping our employees, supporting law enforcement, and partnering with Guardian Group to help combat human trafficking. We are proud to take an active role in protecting the communities we serve,” he emphasized.

Guardian Group Founder and CEO Jeff Keith praised Pineland Telephone for the company’s initiative to join the fight against human trafficking. “IFAST Certification represents more than awareness; it reflects action, accountability, and leadership. Companies like Pineland are proving that the private sector can play a powerful role in disrupting trafficking and protecting the most vulnerable. Their commitment directly fuels real-world impact, and we are honored to partner with them,” he remarked. Through its IFAST commitment, Pineland Telephone has trained its workforce, established local law enforcement connections with Guardian Group’s free analytical resources for trafficking cases, and invested $1,591 annually to support Guardian Group’s national efforts. To learn more about Operation IFAST and IFAST Certification, visit www.guardiangroup. org/operation-ifast.