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Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

Ann Arbor, Michigan, Us

Sacramento, California, Us

Detroit, Mi, Us

Taught undergraduate and graduate courses in criminal justice and intelligence studies; challenged and motivated students to enhance critical think skills and analysis using equity-minded and culturally responsive learning strategies through in-depth lectures, discussion, and online instruction; utilized integrative technology to deliver content.

St. Louis, Mo, Us

On October 1, 2024, Ascension Michigan entered into a joint venture with Henry Ford Health as the lead organization. The combined $12 billion organization employs a total workforce of 50,000 compassionate caregivers across 500 sites of care, including 13 hospitals. Responsible for the strategic planning, direction, management, policy development, training, security technology, and operations of security and investigative services within the health system. Responsible for the measurement and communication of market security services business performance, analysis, and reporting of security incidents and activities including guard-force staffing model development and annual training; annual budget development and rationalization; on-going monthly budget management and forecasting, variance analysis, and risk identification; service delivery metrics identified through the service-level agreement; and analysis and delivery of security incident reporting, threat assessment and management, investigations and risk assessments. Integrate security with organizational partners in the market including Risk, Safety, Compliance, Legal, Human Resources, Information Technology, Nursing, and Facilities. Leverage regular and multiple means of communication (visits, calls, video conferences, written emails, etc.) to cultivate impactful relationships and facilitate on-going collaboration with market customers and stakeholders including market leadership, joint accountability executives, and contract security service provider management.

St. Louis, Mo, Us

Combined leadership of the security department for two regional Level II Trauma hospitals located in southeast Michigan, including responsibilities for the 24/7 direction, operations and assignment of the security department. Responsible to support department functions, manage physical security systems, threat management, hiring, performance management, parking, and coordination of department training. Monitor and follow up on customer engagements. Lead, coach and train an employee staff of 80-security officers and other employees. Active participation and coordination with multi-disciplinary threat assessment teams and investigations. Collaboration with internal and external organizational partners, including: Clinical Providers, Risk Management, Safety, Compliance, Patient Rights, Human Resources, Information Technology, Facilities, Community Groups, and Public Partners. Leverage regular and multiple means of communication to cultivate impactful relationships and facilitate on-going collaboration with diverse stakeholders, market leadership, joint accountability executives, and contract service provider management. Responsible for the measurement and communication of security services, business performance objectives, analysis, and reporting of security incidents and activities. On-going monthly budget management and forecasting, risk identification, service delivery metrics, analysis, incident reporting, and risk assessments. Ensure compliance with security industry standards, best-practices, Joint Commission, and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

Serve as the trusted risk advisor for diverse corporate clients in support of global asset protection, physical security, 24/7 global security operations centers, threat assessments, workplace violence, threat intelligence, executive protection, investigations, business resiliency and security program development; Oversee all aspects of business development, client management and year-over-year revenue growth for the geographic area of four states; Oversee operational activities across all protective, risk advisory, investigative, and response service lines, including coordinating service delivery, operational support, and client engagement; Plan, assign, supervise, and direct work, through active communication and oversight, and on-going skill development across different geographic locations in multiple states.

Lead strategic security risk management and investigative services including innovative safety and security practices, procedures, and systems; partner with organizations to improve vulnerabilities, develop internal structures and processes, minimize risk, enhance employee awareness, and ensure compliance; Provide risk and vulnerability assessments, threat assessment and management, and education and training to clients; Direct business development activities including client presentations, RFPs, contract negotiations, and overall client management; Identify opportunities to drive growth and revenue through implementation of effective safety and security strategies while minimizing risk and loss. Serve as President and CEO.

Plymouth, Michigan, Us

Championed new role leading security operations including strategic direction for 25 school buildings, across three municipal jurisdictions, supporting a culturally diverse population of 17,000 students and 2,000 professional staff; Maintained a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors by developing and monitoring safety and security policies, conducting threat assessments, and directing internal and external investigations; Directed physical security access control protocols, accident prevention efforts, fire safety, emergency management, asset protection, and parking and traffic enforcement programs; Developed and managed safety and security budgets; Awarded $385K safety grant from State of Michigan; Executed a $4.3M district-wide security upgrade project that included access controls, camera systems, and security vestibule entrances; Conceptualized state of the art safety and security command center; Implemented district safety programs and initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements; Led safety, security, and emergency preparedness activities and planning, including annual assessments and training exercises; Collaborated with multiple law enforcement jurisdictions related to criminal and suspicious activity, threatening behavior, and safety and security issues.

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Directed strategic planning, implementation, and safety and security activities within 130-employee department; developed and executed activities for assigned units, conducted inspections and internal and external investigations; planned, responded, coordinated, and mitigated emergency and crisis incidents; assigned as team leader of a regional multi-jurisdictional crisis negotiating team tasked with responding to highly dynamic tactical incidents involving potentially violent or emotionally disturbed individuals or groups. Served as team commander of a regional multi-jurisdictional mobile field force consisting of 17 different departments and 62 officers, tasked with the responsibility to respond to, mitigate, and manage civil disturbance and mass protest events.

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Led uniform police officers and civilian personnel; coordinated daily administration of employees, including employee development, scheduling, training, policy and procedure compliance, and discipline. Led criminal investigative and intelligence unit tasked with investigating serious criminal violations, undercover investigations, narcotic investigations, criminal surveillance, fugitive apprehension, and other sensitive and confidential tasks at a federal and local level. Task Force Officer with the Drug Enforcement Administration. Built professional relationships with prosecutors, defense attorneys, and courts. Developed and fostered a work environment focused on teamwork and individual professional development. Educated and trained employees on “best practice” strategies for specialized criminal investigations. Maintained records and annual reports of financial seizures and evidence.Special Weapons and Tactics Operator with over nine years of experience in the operational environment on a regional multi-jurisdictional special weapons and tactics team.

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Assigned as canine handler focused on full-service narcotic detection; performed uniformed police patrol duties including enforcement, problem solving, dispute mediation, documentation, and court testimony; fostered community partnerships and participated in public speaking engagements.

Master Of Science (M.S.), Security Administration

Law Enforcement Management And Organizational Leadership Program, Center For Public Safety, School Of Police Staff

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Criminal Justice

Executive Protection Specialist, Executive Protection Program