Charles Smith
US Army
Ludowici,GA
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
I am a combat tested military leader and equal opportunity leader with extensive experience in diplomatic facility security, access control, and secure motorcade logistics. Skilled in threat assessment, executive transport, and conflict de-escalation for high net worth individuals and corporate leadership. Combines tactical expertise with high discretion, cross cultural competence, and formal executive protection training from Pacific West Academy.
Work History
Infantryman
13 Years 9 Months- Supervised small-unit tactical operations while leading a 9 man squad, threat assessment protocols, and active surveillance detection to mitigate operational risk.
- Managed physical security, access control, and entry point operations for high value personnel and diplomatic facilities during combat operations in high threat environments.
- Executed secure motorcade operations, route reconnaissance and protective detail logistics to ensure safe transport for VIPs and key leadership.
- Conducted emergency response planning, crisis management, and emergency medical care while maintaining communication across inter agency security teams.
Equal Opportunity Leader
1 Year 8 Months- Conflict Resolution and De-escalation mediating disputes calmly before they escalate into security risks or public relations issues.
- Discretion and Confidentiality handling sensitive personal information, complaints, and private client matters without breaching trust.
- Professionalism and inclusion interacting appropriately across diverse cultural, corporate and diplomatic environments.
- Risk and Liability mitigation ensuring conduct and protocol align with organizational standards to prevent legal or reputational damage.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Weapons handling
Reconnaissance
Assessing risks
Diversity inclusion
Tactical operations
Problem-solving
Diversity management
Cross-cultural communication
Attention to detail
Certification
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care
- U.S. Army Equal Opportunity Leader Course
- Advanced Marksmanship Trainer Course
Timeline
Equal Opportunity Leader
US Army
11.2023 - 07.2025Read More
Infantryman
US Army
10.2011 - 07.2025Read More
Cheraw High School
High School Diploma
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Hobbies
- Dynamic Range Training
- Outdoorsman
- Fitness