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.
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.