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LARRY FRANCO

BURNS,USA

Summary

Knowledgeable Security Professional with solid background in maintaining secure environments. Proven track record of effectively managing access control, conducting thorough patrols, and resolving security incidents promptly. Demonstrated expertise in surveillance and risk assessment, ensuring safety and security of assets and personnel.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

Ryman Hospitality Properties Inc.
01.2020 - 03.2023
  • Maintain safe and secure environment for guests, clients and employees of multi-experiential live music venue.
  • Perform safety and security duties, including maintaining order, directing traffic, checking identification and enforcing policies as outlined in defined procedures, including age- and alcohol-related policies.
  • Support security function to protect restaurant's assets and personal safety of employees and guests.
  • Perform safety and security duties, including maintaining order, directing traffic, checking identification and enforcing policies as outlined in defined procedures, including age- and alcohol-related policies.
  • Respond to emergencies (such as medical, fire, weather, etc.), assist guests as necessary, and help coordinate evacuation procedures. Collaborate with local law enforcement and first responders on all emergency calls, handling of incident and recovery afterward.
  • Assist patrons and employees needing medical attention while awaiting arrival of emergency medical personnel. May be required to administer minor first aid, CPR, and AED.
  • Provide security to artists, dignitaries and other VIPs.
  • Conduct safety and security audits and inspections. Report safety hazards (including defective equipment) appropriately.
  • Prepare incident, accident and other reports that may be required at specific post.
  • Provide on-the-job training to new security officers.
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness of property overall.
  • Communicate and uphold all corporate standards, guidelines, policies and procedures in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations. Maintain personal integrity by abiding by and supporting values and principles of company. Follow and support brand standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Local Veterans Employment Representative

Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development
03.2015 - 11.2015
  • Conduct outreach to employers regarding advantages of hiring veterans, to employers, employer associations, and business groups.
  • Develop and implement strategies for engaging with local employers to create employment opportunities all Job Center veterans/eligible spouses.
  • Advocate for all veterans served by Job Center with business, industry, and other community-based organizations within assigned workforce area.
  • Conduct job development contacts on behalf of all veterans seeking employment services.

Local Veterans Employment Representative

Florida Department of Labor & Workforce Development
03.2014 - 02.2015
  • Conduct outreach to employers regarding advantages of hiring veterans, to employers, employer associations, and business groups.
  • Develop and implement strategies for engaging with local employers to create employment opportunities all Job Center veterans/eligible spouses.
  • Advocate for all veterans served by Job Center with business, industry, and other community-based organizations within assigned workforce area.
  • Conduct job development contacts on behalf of all veterans seeking employment services.

Lieutenant Commander, Intelligence

United States Navy (Reserve Component)
02.1992 - 05.2012
  • Enlisted in the Navy Reserve, Advanced Pay Grade Program as a Photographer's Mate Third Class, (E3), and retired as a Lieutenant Commander, (04), Intelligence, after serving 20 years, (the last six active), including a deployment to Afghanistan in 2005
  • Held a TS/SCI Security Clearance, having served as Chief Staff Officer, Intelligence Branch Chief, Security Officer, Collections Officer, Safety Officer, Convoy Operations Officer and Unit Investigator General, before retirement.
  • Served six years as an officer canvasser/recruiter at Navy Recruiting District Chicago, earning multiple recruiting awards commendations, and setting national standards for recruiting and successful selection as reserve officers for commissions for the fields of intelligence and human resources
  • During tenure as recruiter, achieved unprecedented national diversity ratio, and was top reserve intelligence officer recruiter Navy-wide.

Sales Manager - Government Accounts

Fujifilm
02.1982 - 11.2011
  • Developed incipient domestic market for Fujifilm photographic products, beginning initially with responsibility for four states, and progressing over a 28-year career to national government sales manager.
  • Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
05.1980

Skills

  • Event security
  • Entrance control
  • Metal detector operation
  • Identification verification
  • Threat management
  • Emergency management
  • Active shooter training
  • De-escalation techniques
  • First aid certified
  • Security protocols

Militaryawards

  • Information Dominance Warfare Officer Qualification Badge
  • Navy Commendation Medal
  • Army Commendation Medal
  • Navy Achievement Medal (3)
  • Joint Meritorious Unit Award
  • Navy Unit Commendation
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • Afghanistan Campaign Medal
  • Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
  • Navy Overseas Service Ribbon
  • Navy Recruiting Services Ribbon (2)

Timeline

Security Officer

Ryman Hospitality Properties Inc.
01.2020 - 03.2023

Local Veterans Employment Representative

Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development
03.2015 - 11.2015

Local Veterans Employment Representative

Florida Department of Labor & Workforce Development
03.2014 - 02.2015

Lieutenant Commander, Intelligence

United States Navy (Reserve Component)
02.1992 - 05.2012

Sales Manager - Government Accounts

Fujifilm
02.1982 - 11.2011

Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications

Minnesota State University, Mankato
LARRY FRANCO