Accomplished safety and security leader with 30 years of experience in emergency management, incident command, training development, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to design, deliver, and manage large-scale EHS training programs that align with organizational goals and regulatory standards. Skilled in hazard identification, risk mitigation, curriculum development, and leading cross-functional teams. Strong communicator with extensive Universal Orlando operational knowledge and a track record of influencing safe behaviors, improving compliance, and elevating workforce capability through structured training.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Supervisor
Universal Studios Orlando
03.2025 - Current
Lead daily safety and security operations to protect guests, team members, and company assets, ensuring alignment with UO’s Environmental, Health & Safety standards.
Oversee screening operations, incident response, and risk mitigation activities for a high-volume entertainment environment.
Review and validate incident reports for accuracy, completeness, and potential litigation considerations; provide timely notifications to senior leadership.
Manage and train a team of 37 direct reports, ensuring adherence to safety policies, operational procedures, and regulatory expectations.
Conduct personnel investigations, workplace assessments, and surveillance operations to identify and resolve safety concerns.
Administer performance evaluations, corrective actions, scheduling, and timekeeping functions.
Implemented the InvoTech system and currently manage equipment and uniforms for over 500 team members.
Support EHS initiatives by participating in safety programs, training, and team member engagement activities.
Develop and manage labor and non-labor budgets, ensuring efficient staffing and operational readiness.
Master Deputy Sheriff / Agent / Detective
Orange County Sheriff’s Office / U.S. Marshals Office
08.2009 - 03.2024
Led emergency response operations, hazard mitigation efforts, and incident command functions during critical events and high-risk situations.
Conducted comprehensive incident investigations, root-cause analyses, and corrective action planning to prevent recurrence and enhance organizational safety.
Delivered training to deputies and partner agencies, ensuring compliance with policies, safety protocols, and operational standards.
Performed workplace hazard assessments, job safety analyses, and risk evaluations across diverse environments.
Identified unsafe conditions and implemented corrective measures to ensure regulatory compliance and reduce operational risk.
Maintained strong situational awareness and applied proactive safety controls during emergency and high-risk operations.
Coordinated emergency preparedness activities, response planning, and interagency communication.
Provided EHS-aligned training in classroom, hands-on, and small-group formats, simplifying complex regulations for diverse audiences.
Influenced safe behaviors and supported a culture of safety through leadership, communication, and policy enforcement.
Organized training schedules-maintained compliance documentation, and prepared detailed reports for leadership review.
Served as sworn Deputy U.S. Marshal, conducting undercover operations and high-risk missions requiring advanced risk assessment and safety planning.
Supported Universal Studios security operations for over 10 years as an off-duty Deputy, gaining extensive knowledge of theme-park safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL
Skills
EHS Training Development & Facilitation
OSHA & Regulatory Interpretation
Train-the-Trainer (TTT) Programs
Curriculum Design & Materials Review
Incident Investigation & Root-Cause Analysis
Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment
Emergency Response & Preparedness
EHS Management Systems
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Documentation, Tracking & Compliance Reporting
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Strategic Planning & Scheduling
Theme Park Safety Operations
Communication & Presentation Skills
Policy Enforcement & Risk Mitigation
Timeline
Security Supervisor
Universal Studios Orlando
03.2025 - Current
Master Deputy Sheriff / Agent / Detective
Orange County Sheriff’s Office / U.S. Marshals Office
08.2009 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management