► RESPONSIBILITYManage security systems with responsibility for the application of control systems and training of all supervisors and technicians on all related security policies, procedures and application. Program the CCTV system for each special event, exhibition or daily activity. Manage system analytics, geofencing and motion alarm grids. Identify and communicate security threats to management, review CCTV and assist with all investigations.

► RESPONSIBILITY● Planned, budgeted and directed 24/7 security operations department that ensured the safety of over $2 billion of corporate and client fine art properties. ● Managed, monitored, trained and assessed the performance of up to 60 contract security personnel with an annual outsourced budget of $3.5 million. ● Security protocol for weekly events and large projects with up to 800 guests such as Bono's Red Event, Madonna's movie “W.E.”, the Patricia Kluge Estate onsite auction in Virginia and frequent visits by high-profile celebrities, royalty and dignitaries.● Supported internal/external investigations.► SUCCESSES ● Designed and implemented a state-of-the-art CCTV and video system for the 400k square foot NY corporate headquarters. Maintained full security standards during project installation.--- Created a centralized control center with the ability to view 10 regional locations.--- Increased security visual reach by using 330 cameras and 50″ monitoring screens.--- Brought London office into disaster recovery program.--- Limited property damage and mishandling incidents. --- Upgraded to 19 Pelco DX-8100 DVRs for instant security recording. --- Saved $175K when sourcing a high-volume video storage retention system.● Served as project manager for the installation of a 133-point wireless alarm system. Assessed and selected the system to support dated facility. ● Developed, executed and maintained security policies, manuals and standard operating procedures. ● Saved $1M from security budget without sacrificing service, security or safety.● Appointed to travel and oversee the security for Sotheby’s first art exhibition in a Moscow museum.● Established the protocol for all new employees’ security awareness training. ● Cultivated and managed a network of security professionals and government and community leaders.

► Purchased and operated a chocolate specialty business in a thriving downtown market. Directed and participated in all aspects of business operations, including bookkeeping, budgets, product production, inventory control, vendor relations, sales, customer service and profit/loss management. ● Increased profits by 30%● Grew business to a second location specializing in children’s parties. ● Sold business and turned a high profit. Store currently is still thriving.

► Designed and implemented security and loss prevention protocols for a start-up e-commerce business specializing in video/DVD/game rental distribution in major markets. ● Established security operations for 19 satellite warehouses and a main distribution center supporting sales of more than $35M.● Developed and executed security standard operating procedures for each warehouse and nationwide delivery service.● Initiated installation and monitoring of CCTV in each warehouse to reduce shortages and increase awareness. ● Designed and installed a retrofit solution for 350 drop boxes located in Starbucks, used to track customer product drop-offs.

► Managed the security and loss prevention operations for 2 retail department stores with sales of $200M, supported by more than 700 employees. Interviewed, hired, trained and directed a loss prevention team of 41 employees. ● Established a shortage awareness action committee that reduced shortages in high theft departments and improved communication with all employees. ● Rolled out an electronic article surveillance (EAS) system for high-ticket and shortage merchandise.● Deterred theft activity by drafting a staffing plan to ensure proper floor coverage during peak business hours.● Properly trained security personnel on effective use of CCTV surveillance system.

► Previous Positions: Manager, Security Communications Center, Cranford, NJSenior Security Manager, Herald Square, NYSenior Security Manager, Willowbrook, NJ Security Manager, East Brunswick, NJSenior Special Investigator, Executive Protection, Newark, NJ ► Directed security operations for 96 Macy’s locations, including budgeting, hiring, training and developing store security management teams. Developed direct partnerships with store executives (managers) for the execution of security and loss prevention action plans to achieve corporate and individual store goals. Oversaw security operations during construction phase, through and after the grand opening of 13 Macy’s locations. Organized security for special events for celebrities and local politicians. ● Hired as a senior special investigator, followed by a series of promotions with increasing responsibility, leading to the position of regional security director. ● Initiated compliance standards and audits that were adopted company-wide. ● Reduced shortage to 1.9% from 2.8% on $800M in sales. ● Served as project manager for relocation of credit center operations from NJ to GA.● Received Macy’s Rollie Award for outstanding performance over a period of 10 years.● Appointed as security liaison for Macy’s Day Parade floats from Hoboken, NJ to Manhattan.