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Joshua Strack
Royal Oak,MI
Summary
Former US Army Ranger with experience with combat arms and team building. Detail-oriented Executive Protection Agent recognized for strong situational awareness and commitment to professional ethics. Experienced in coordinating logistics and enhancing security measures, aiming to provide unparalleled protection and peace of mind for clients. Easily able to adjust to uncomfortable situations and make quick, effective, and safe decisions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Protection Agent
Blue Line Executive Services
Bloomfield Hills, MI
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities for clients.
- Developed and implemented security protocols to ensure client safety during public appearances.
- Coordinated transportation logistics, ensuring timely and secure travel arrangements for high-profile clients.
- Identified trends and patterns in traffic data, providing actionable insights for strategic planning efforts during movement of clientelle.
Security Guard
Hotel Equities
Dearborn, MI
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored hotel premises to ensure guest safety and security at all times.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential safety hazards.
- Responded promptly to guest inquiries and security incidents with professionalism.
- Assisted in implementing emergency response procedures during critical situations.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to report suspicious activities effectively.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Enhanced security measures for VIP visits, coordinating closely with executive protection teams.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
Infantry Fire Team Leader
Ranger Regiment
Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), WA
04.2017 - 09.2023
- Led tactical operations, ensuring effective execution of mission objectives and team coordination.
- Developed training programs to enhance team proficiency in combat skills and situational awareness.
- Coordinated logistics for equipment deployment, optimizing resource allocation during missions.
- Analyzed battlefield intelligence, informing strategic decisions and improving operational outcomes.
- Mentored junior soldiers, fostering leadership skills and enhancing overall unit performance.
- Led successful missions by conducting thorough pre-mission briefings and ensuring team members understood objectives.
- Maintained physical fitness standards within the fire team by organizing group workouts and promoting healthy lifestyles.
- Maintained high levels of discipline, resulting in a cohesive and efficient fire team.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of weapons and equipment to preserve operational readiness.
- Led soldiers through successful engagements with enemy forces.
- Coordinated with allied forces to achieve mission objectives.
- Utilized advanced combat tactics to maintain safety during engagements.
- Applied first aid to squad members at camps and on battlefield.
- Conducted safety briefings for squad members prior to missions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monticello High School
Monticello, IL05-2016
Skills
- Hostile environment training
- Situational awareness
- Travel security
- Physical fitness
- Defensive driving
- Route planning
- Client confidentiality
- Residential security
- Firearms proficiency
- Professional ethics
- Critical thinking
- Public speaking
- Group instruction
Accomplishments
- Successful completion of the armies Basic Leadership Course (BLC).
- Successful completion of Airborne School
- Successful completion of Ranger School
- Supervised, trained and worked alongside a team of four service members and returned from all deployments without casualty or incident.
- Oversaw "Ranger Ball 2023" costing over $150,000 and managed all backside planning as well as budgeting.
- Maintained Operational Security (OPSEC) and vetted every training photo for 2nd Ranger Battalion (over 800 people) to update Regimental CMD through a regular situation report (SITREP) weekly.
Affiliations
Wounded Warrior Project
Certification
- Licensed conceal carry owner (MI).
- Ammunition Handler Certification (JBLM).
Interests
Timeline
Executive Protection Agent
Blue Line Executive Services
05.2025 - Current
Security Guard
Hotel Equities
04.2024 - Current
Infantry Fire Team Leader
Ranger Regiment
04.2017 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Monticello High School
Medals / Awards
- Army Commendation Medal w/ C device.
- Joint Service Achievement Medal w/ C device.
- Army Achievement Medal (x3).
- Army Good Conduct Medal.
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- NATO Medal
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal w/ Campaign star
- Inherent Resolve Campaign Medal w/ Campaign star.
- Professional Development Ribbon
- Army Service Ribbon
- Combat Infantryman Badge
- Expert Infantryman Badge
- Parachutist Badge
- Expe