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Joey Hunt

Bradenton,FL

Summary

Seasoned security and safety professional with a proven track record in risk management and mitigation, physical security, crisis management and incident response. Experienced in developing and implementing comprehensive security strategies to safeguard personnel, assets, and facilities. Adept at leading investigations, crisis intervention, and emergency preparedness, ensuring operational continuity and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Strong communicator fostering collaboration between security personnel, law enforcement, cross-functional divisions and corporate leadership.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Asset Protection & Corporate Security

Tapestry
06.2008 - 06.2025
  • Led security initiatives to mitigate risks related to crime, theft, workplace violence, fraud, and compliance violations with personnel, assets, corporate offices and warehouse facilities.
  • Directed Global Incident Management Team and contract guard teams, ensuring timely and effective responses to security threats.
  • Extensive working knowledge of CCTV systems, access control and incident reporting systems.
  • Developed and implemented safety and security policies, procedures, and investigative strategies to safeguard corporate interests to include executive protection, events and travel.
  • Built strong partnerships with law enforcement agencies at federal, state, and local levels for intelligence sharing and enforcement actions.
  • Conducted site security audits, risk assessments, investigations and employee safety training to enhance workplace security in corporate, supply chain and distribution center settings.
  • Led multi-level investigations involving criminal activities, internal misconduct, and operational compliance breaches.
  • Managed teams responsible for security analytics, surveillance systems, access control, and risk evaluations across global operations.
  • Developed and implemented scalable workplace programs across corporate offices and corporate buildings, ensuring consistency and compliance for operational efficiency.

Sergeant Detective – Criminal Investigative Division

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
11.1996 - 11.2006
  • Assigned to the Criminal Investigative Division
  • Investigated and prepared criminal cases that led to local, state and federal levels of prosecution
  • Worked with officers from the local and state level while also maintaining relationships with FBI, DEA, FDA and HSI
  • 9-year member of the SWAT team – Assault Element and Executive Protection
  • Promoted to Sergeant of the Metro Narcotics Investigative Division supervising a team of 30 detectives
  • Intricately involved in the interview and selection process of detective candidates
  • Conducted performance reviews, scheduling, case assignment and approval of all field operatives
  • Evaluated effectiveness of training and development programs and utilize relevant evaluation data to revise or recommend changes in instructional objectives and methods to ensure officer safety
  • Maintained meticulous and detailed records of each case file.
  • Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough investigations, leading to the arrest and prosecution of criminals.
  • Trained team members on agency processes, court procedures and investigation strategies.
  • Performed extensive research on criminal backgrounds and patterns using various databases for accurate suspect profiling.
  • Supervised and motivated field investigators and collaborated with personnel to identify strengths and areas of weakness.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Columbia Southern University
Gulf Shores, AL
01.2016

Skills

  • Physical Security Specialist
  • Emergency Response & Crisis Management
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Investigations
  • Security Training & Staff Development
  • Workplace Safety & Compliance
  • Executive Protection & Law Enforcement Liaison
  • Critical Incident Management
  • Crisis management
  • Project management

Timeline

Director of Asset Protection & Corporate Security

Tapestry
06.2008 - 06.2025

Sergeant Detective – Criminal Investigative Division

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office
11.1996 - 11.2006

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Columbia Southern University