ANTHONY W. CARTER
Meriden
Summary
Executive Protection Agent
Accomplished security / executive protection professional who has built a career meeting high level challenges and delivering results. More than fourteen years of consistent performance excellence in increasingly responsible roles with the State of Connecticut, Division of State Police, including executive protection of the Governor and support during Presidential Primaries.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Part-time Police Officer
TOWN OF WOODBURY (Police Department)
Woodbury
07.2018 - Current
- Perform general law enforcement and police service duties.
- Https://woodburyct.org/index.asp?SEC=CC63EDC9-2B18-45B5-A887-3574BB8F3B1B
Interim Deputy Director
City of Hartford
Hartford
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Supports the Director in planning, organizing, supervising, and coordinating the functions and operations of the Emergency Services and Telecommunications Department.
- Oversees and supervises the development, updates, and implementation of standard operating procedures necessary for the effective operation of the department.
- Supports the operational readiness of the department at all times.
- Directs staff and is responsible for maintaining the 24/7/365 staffing schedule and ensuring that all staff maintain established standards of training and certification.
- Supports the preparation of the ES&T Department annual operating budget in accordance with City budgetary procedures and anticipates future staffing and equipment needs.
- Keeps current with technological advances in the field of Public Safety Communications and recommends improvements.
- Supports effective working relationships with all public safety agencies, staff, and other city departments.
- Manages other related activities and functions as assigned by the Director.
Training Coordinator
City of Hartford
Hartford
04.2022 - 09.2024
- Responsible for the administration of the Emergency Services and Telecommunications Department's Training Program by planning, implementing, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the work of the Department employees.
- Completes monthly evaluations for all probationary employees.
- Oversees the Quality Improvement practices of the Department.
- Advises and assists the Director or their designee in formulating and prescribing policies, work methods, and procedures relating to the operation of the Department and training program.
- Schedules and coordinates training for the Department's employees.
- Prepares written federal, state and local reports as required.
- Assists in recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and other necessary support in the hiring of new staff.
- Monitors and ensures staff obtains and maintains all certification required by the Federal Government, State of Connecticut, and the City of Hartford.
- Maintains documentation of all employee training and certifications.
- Performs related work as required.
Executive Protection Specialist
NBC Universal
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Provide comprehensive, world-class level executive protection to assigned celebrity/entertainers.
- Accountabilities include access control, emergency response and security protocol implementation.
- Provide physical coverage in Stamford, Connecticut studios.
- Travel with assigned celebrity/entertainers domestically.
- Conduct advance work in preparation for travel.
- Identify threats and vulnerabilities.
- Determine credibility and seriousness of potential threats.
- Mitigate identified risks through proactive measures.
- Represent NBC Universal with local, state and federal officials.
- Develop operational protection plans to ensure effective security measures are in place.
- Maintain proficiency in relevant protective services training.
- Https://www.nbcuniversal.com/
- Assigned Celebrity/Entertainers – Primary assignment is to Steve Wilkos (“The Steve Wilkos Show”), including travel. Other celebrity/entertainers include Maury Povich (“Maury Show”) and Judge Jerry (“The Judge Jerry Show”).
Special Operations Coordinator
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Oversaw assigned statewide operational functions, including: Field Force Command (Riot Training, including IED Detection); Emergency Vehicle Operations; two Advanced Driving Schools, Statewide Field Training Officer Program and the statewide DARE program.
State Police Sergeant
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Perform a full range of assigned public enforcement, protection, security and administrative functions.
Sergeant, Director of Training and Staff Development / In-Service Training Coordinator
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Planned and coordinated all State Police training beyond the Basic Training.
- Developed, revised/refined and implemented a robust, diverse curriculum.
- Taught at all levels (basic to executive), in classroom and experiential settings, and to a variety of audiences.
- Trained, coached, mentored and developed trainers.
Sergeant, Leadership Development Coordinator
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Planned and implemented all aspects of large scale department events including: Graduations, Line of Duty Funerals and Funerals for Active Members.
- Maintained the highest levels of etiquette and precision.
State Police Trooper
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2000 - 01.2011
- Patrolled highways and/or local streets.
Correction Officer
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.1993 - 01.2000
- Performed multiple functions which ensured the secure, effective and efficient execution of duties at assigned Department of Correction facilities.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems Technology
WATERBURY STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Waterbury, ConnecticutConnecticut State Police Training Academy
Mansfield, ConnecticutConnecticut State Police K-9 Academy
Meriden, ConnecticutConnecticut Department of Correction Training Academy
Mansfield, ConnecticutSkills
- Leadership
- Management
- Executive Protection
- Travel Security Protocols
- Crisis Management and Communications
- Critical Incident Response
- Physical Security and Risk Assessment
- Static and Mobile Protection Support
- Event Security Planning and Coordination
- Threat Assessment and De-escalation
- Corporate Security Collaboration
- Security Protocol Development
- Law Enforcement Training
- Security Driving Skills
- Armed Security Operations
- Attention to Detail
- Sound Judgment in Challenging Situations
- Protecting High-profile Executives
- HR-218
- Active Shooter Management
- Exceptional Communication
- Relationship Skills
- Multi-tasking Skills
- Collaboration Skills
- Effective Communication
- Professionalism
- Personable Demeanor
- Punctuality
- Reliability
- Mental Acuity
Career Overview
Accomplished security / executive protection professional who has built a career meeting high level challenges and delivering results. More than fourteen years of consistent performance excellence in increasingly responsible roles with the State of Connecticut, Division of State Police, including executive protection of the Governor and support during Presidential Primaries.
Key Related Strengths
- Executive presence
- Exceptional communication
- Relationship and multi-tasking skills
- Experienced working with high level public sector and private sector executives, dignitaries and celebrities
- Strong collaboration skills
- Ability to maintain professionalism and a personable demeanor with high-profile clients
- Consistent track record of punctuality and reliability
Awards Distinctions
- Unit Citation – Troop I – Bethany “Barricaded Subject” 2012
- Unit Citation – CSP Honor Guard 2012
- Unit Citation – Hartford Urban Task Force- “Operation Safe City 2008”
- Lieutenant Les Williams Award – Leadership, Motivation, Dedication to Duty
- Class Speaker – CSP 112th Training Troop and CSP 70th Canine Training Troop
- Distinguished Graduate – DOC- Class 171A DOC Pre-Service Academy
- Outstanding Field Service Recognition – Institute of Professional Practice
Committees
- Trafficking in Persons Council – Statewide
- Connecticut State Police Leadership Development Committee
- Connecticut State Police Recruitment/Retention
- Connecticut State Police Color/Honor Guard Unit
- Connecticut State Police Drill Team
- Sergeants Promotion Exam Committee
- Accreditation Working Group
- Human Trafficking Task Force
Ceremonial
- Program Coordinator – Connecticut State Police/American Legion Youth Week
- Drill & Ceremony Coordinator – Connecticut State Police 105th Anniversary Ball
- Member – Connecticut State Police 100th Anniversary Ball Drill Unit
- Connecticut State Police Drill and Ceremony/Cadence – Aquidneck National Police Parade- Rhode Island
- Connecticut State Police Leadership Development/Drill and Ceremony – Hunter Ambulance Service
- Connecticut Police Memorial Service
Media Coverage
- Connecticut State Police Graduation Ceremonies – Hartford Courant Article (2014)
- Connecticut State Police 122nd Training Troop Graduation – YouTube Video (2012)
- Part of Team Providing Curfew After Hartford Shootings – New York Times Article (2008)
Timeline
Interim Deputy Director
City of Hartford
03.2024 - 09.2024
Training Coordinator
City of Hartford
04.2022 - 09.2024
Executive Protection Specialist
NBC Universal
01.2019 - 01.2021
Part-time Police Officer
TOWN OF WOODBURY (Police Department)
07.2018 - Current
Special Operations Coordinator
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2016 - 01.2017
Sergeant, Director of Training and Staff Development / In-Service Training Coordinator
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2014 - 01.2016
Sergeant, Leadership Development Coordinator
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2013 - 01.2014
State Police Sergeant
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2011 - 01.2017
State Police Trooper
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.2000 - 01.2011
Correction Officer
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
01.1993 - 01.2000
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems Technology
WATERBURY STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Connecticut State Police Training Academy
Connecticut State Police K-9 Academy
Connecticut Department of Correction Training Academy