Shawn Ritchie Email & Phone Number

Louisville, Ky, Us

Louisville, Kentucky, Us

www.bluegrassprotection.com

Louisville, Kentucky, Us

Security ClearancePassport HolderTWICFirst Responder (CPR) CertifiedExecutive/ Close Protection:-Conduct protective detail operations-Surveillance and Counter Surveillance-Client Management-Advance work-Hostile termination/ Workplace violence-Civil unrest-StrikesAsset Protection:-Conduct static and roving security operations-Disaster relief security operations-High value utility projects-Secure low profile transport operations-StrikesEstate/ Asset/ Venue/Port/ Vessel Security:-22 years of Physical Security Experience (on/off shore)-18 years of Physical Security Supervision/ Management (on/off shore)-16 years managing multiple personnel/ teams/ vehicles mounted/ unmounted in an operational environment-Crisis Management-Provide logistics operations and oversight for all operationsPrimary Instructor:-Threat and Vulnerability Surveys/ Assessments and Metrics-Bomb Search and Detection-Work Place Violence Prevention and Detection-Unarmed Self Defense-Small Unit Tactics-Fundamentals of Defensive Shooting-Marksmanship-Convoy Operations-Crowd Control-Personnel/ Vehicle Entry Control Points

Security ClearancePassport HolderFirst Responder (CPR) Certified-Develop training guidelines-Develop and build clientele and relationships-Continuous improvement of business structure-Protective Escort Operative-Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor

Arlington, Virginia, Us

88N (MOS) Transportation Management CoordinatorUSASOC- Supervised the sustainment of Joint Task Force (JTF) special operations and sensitive contingencies throughout the AOR. Handled sensitive mission critical information and equipment during transfer and transport for JTF in conjunction with partner agencies and coalition partner forces. Provided surveillance/ counter surveillance and impromptu security for VIP's and distinguished visitors. Maintained and utilized operational fund in excess of $400k for purchase of supplies and services to sustain JTF equities as well as maintained oversight of over $1mil worth of Task Force contracts. Senior logistic oversight and management for regional hub.- Supervisor /Auditor of Quality Control for Current Operations Center for 16 ports ensuring 100% In-transit Visibility/accountability/ traceability of unit assets and retrograde cargo as they move from home station to destination, and destination to home station throughout Southwest Asia.- Systems operator for TC-AIMS II, GATES, ICODES, ISDDC, PATS, and IBSSUS transportation information logistic management systems-Developed and currently maintain Carrier Efficiency Matrix to ensure Carriers are within terms set forth by contract as well as measure quantifiable evidence as to which carriers may qualify for additional contracts while reducing overhead expenditures-Assist Battle Captain's with required reporting matrices to ensure higher command can make sound decisions on short notice across the CENTCOM Area of Responsibility

Provided Executive Protection for a multiple agent detail to a federal judge, federal legal team, and federal witness pool to the courthouse, during court, and from court to hotels for a multiple day hearing in the absence of law enforcement. Performed counter surveillance operations as well as close protection operations while moving clients.

Provided agents and operated a multiple day detail for potential threat to personnel from client of company. Developed profile of potential assailant for dissemination to the team.

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

Provided agents on site for possible backlash after company policy change in regards to deadly weapons on company grounds. Supervised and operated multiple day detail at client request.

Provided asset protection for Gould's medical services after a series of severe storms caused structural damage to facilities. Served as Physical Security and first responder to assets and property until fire systems and physical security measures could be put back into place.

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

Supervised and operated multiple day close protection team during and after hostile termination. Provided site security and created profile of threat for dissemination amongst team.

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

Supervised and operated multiple day close protection detail during and after hostile termination for multiple employees. Provided physical security of facility from prior to opening until last employee was of grounds for the evening.

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

Provided close protection of news anchor during POTUS visit. Maintained close relations with field production team, as well as other venue security assets.

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

High visibility security presence for local power company work site in high theft, rural area on 24 hour basis. Worked with US Forest Services to identify, reportand remove drug manufacturing facilities in and around area of responsibility. maintained close relations with ground crews, law enforcement and federal agents.

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

-Performed surveillance for valid threat resulting from hostile termination at place of business and residence-Performed close protection operations for HR personnel to and from place of business with specialists performing site security at multiple locations

London, Gb

Provided Executive Protection for Novelis CEO as detail leader during ribbon cutting ceremony at location of new facility. Maintained close relations with company security personnel, as well as details assigned to political guests.

Ann Arbor, Mi, Us

A.D.I.D.A.S.- Ensure employee and patron safety- Develop and collect Intel on potential threats- Escort employees as needed to and from vehicles- Maintain rapport with existing onsite security and authorities and assist as neededHexion Chemicals-Ensure staff, employee and patron safety during hostile terminations and provide medical response as needed.Arvato Digital Services-Schedule and staff property and asset protection personnel for holiday hours-Coordinate with personnel on ground to provide timely and accurate reporting and response

Asset Protection SpecialistWALMART- Ensure safety of patrons- Visual deterrent- Collect Intel and build packets against known/repeat offenders- Observe and report to higher, assist local law enforcement as needed- Enforce and Ensure physical security after hours

States Policies Network (SPN)- Provide static security and access control for private and venue events- Provide protective intelligence to and build Intel profiles for detail leader on potential threats- "Man in the room" for green room VIP meet and greets

Battle of BristolBudweiserSecure and control two locations with 18 personnel during the first college football game played at Bristol Motor Speedway. Attendance was around 255,000 people. - Close protection of celebrities during meet and greets- Access control of Budweiser venues to include VIP areas- First responder to medical emergencies- Advanced locations prior to teams arrivals for ease of movement within the event

Home DepotWorked multiple locations in the flood ravaged Baton Rouge area as a close protection escort, site security, and asset protection detail member. Observe and report, work closely with local law enforcement, and secure home depot inventories in excess of $5 million dollars during overhaul and rebuild of damaged sites. Protect company personnel, customers and contracted workers and assets from both internal and external threats through access control and roving positions in and around the properties.

American Israeli Public Affairs Committee(AIPAC)- Advance- Entry/access control- Close protection of staff members- Venue security

Democratic National Convention- Entry/access control- Close Protection of staff members- Venue security- Close Protection of VIP clients

Republican National Convention- Entry/access control- Close protection of staff members- Venue security- Close Protection of VIP clients

Security ClearancePassport HolderFirst Responder (CPR) CertifiedVirginia CCJA 01E security officer course-Conduct Protective Detail Operations-Conduct Surveillance/ Counter Surveillance-Client Management

Saint-Laurent , Quebec, Ca

Muhammad Ali Funeral/Memorial- provided secure transportation to and from the event as well as other appointments on clients itinerary- advanced routes prior to clients arrival- ensured vehicle remained secure while client attended to obligations

- Ensure 100% accountability and traceability of all components and tools that leave HCT in the Williston District- Primary developer for Service Quality initiative that increased success rates from 78% to high 99% in 6 month timeframe- Crew Leader for a period of one year overseeing a team of 6 tool technicians and three operator assistants to accomplish a very high volume of production for HCT Williston with less than 1% discrepancy.- Temporarily assigned as Shop Leader for a period of 6-9 months during same period in the absence of a suitably qualified person to fill the position, during which time assisted in production revenue increases of up to 40% for the time frame between late 2012 and early 2013.- Conducted internal audits to ensure ISO, API, 5S and HMS compliance

Arlington, Virginia, Us

Primary Instructor for Mobilization training for deploying forces of the US Army, US Air Force, and US Navy at Ft. Bliss, TX. and Ft. McCoy, WI. - Range Safety Officer - Detainee Operations (Iraqi/ Afghani/ Guantanamo) - Personal Security Detail (High Profile Protection) - Iraqi/ Afghani Corrections/ Police Officer Training - Tactical/ Security and Long Haul Convoy Operations - Unarmed Self Defense and non-lethal weapons - Classroom as well as theater immersive, live action role play training, in conjunction with 3rd party foreign national actors. - In my tenure as an instructor, my team mobilized 25,700+ Joint War FightersMentor/ Supervisor of 8 other Instructors - Conducted end of cycle audits of training curriculum to improve the modern combat warfighter in conjunction with 1st Army, TRADOC standards coupled with command feedback upon conclusion of training events.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

- Responsible for maintenance and repair of all weapon systems, electrical, navigational, and instrumentation equipment aboard the AH-64A Apache Attack Helicopter- NCOIC of Tactical Convoy Operations for 8/229th Attack Aviation Regiment Tikrit, Iraq, 2004-2005

- Supervised a team of 5-12 Junior Marines and responsible for their mentorship in the areas of technical and tactical proficiency.- Conducted and oversaw maintenance and overhaul of all T-700 GE 401/C turbo shaft engines for the West Coast, China Lake, and Okinawa Japan as well as Deploying West Pak Forces to include HMM-161(Spec Ops Capable) of the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit.- Direct representative of Quality Assurance for MALS-39 Camp Pendleton, Ca., MALS-36 Okinawa, Japan, and HMM 161, LHA-1 Tarawa, 13th MEU- Conducted audits on production floors as well as collateral duty programs to ensure compliance to standards set forth by COMNAVAIRPAC

Protective Detail Specialist

Executive Protection/ Risk Management

Bachelor, Technical Management W/ Focus On Security Management