A retired Marine Corps Colonel with more than 30 years of military service and additional experience in civilian law enforcement and emergency services, this expert specializes in infantry operations, antiterrorism and force protection, and law enforcement–related security matters. His areas of expertise include terrorism, urban operations, gang activity, open-source intelligence, forensic operational red teaming, behavioral assessment, and the development of nontraditional strategies for national security, corporate security, military operations, and law enforcement challenges.

Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership roles including commanding officer, operations officer, and director-level positions overseeing intelligence, security, and force protection initiatives. His experience includes combat deployments and high-level assignments within military and defense organizations, including roles at the Pentagon and involvement in joint intelligence programs, as well as coordination with federal and local law enforcement agencies. He has directed antiterrorism programs, led intelligence operations, served in liaison roles with investigative and intelligence agencies, and overseen threat assessment and security protocols in high-risk operational environments. His background also includes hands-on law enforcement experience in narcotics and homicide investigations, as well as service on a SWAT team, contributing to his expertise in behavioral assessment and profiling.

In addition to his operational and leadership roles, he has provided consulting services on security and intelligence matters and has contributed to professional publications and media related to warfare, terrorism, and urban operations. He has also served as a criminal justice instructor and adjunct faculty member and has held leadership and advisory roles in community and professional organizations, including board-level involvement. He holds a master’s degree in business and organizational security management and a bachelor’s degree with a background in psychology and biology. His professional affiliations include the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the Marine Corps Intelligence Association, and the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals, reflecting continued engagement in both military and law enforcement communities.