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Larry Wright

Marietta,GA

Summary

Accomplished Safety and Security Director with a decade of dedicated experience in successfully orchestrating and overseeing comprehensive safety programs across a spectrum of organizational landscapes. I have consistently demonstrated my ability to elevate security measures, minimize potential risks, and ensure strict adherence to industry regulations. My proficiency extends to nurturing and guiding highly productive teams, instilling a pervasive culture of safety, and steering continuous improvement initiatives. My skillset also encompasses conducting meticulous risk evaluations, implementing responsive emergency protocols, and crafting and delivering impactful training initiatives.

I am distinguished by my exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, allowing for seamless collaboration with stakeholders at every echelon to achieve overarching organizational objectives. As a results-focused professional, I am unswervingly committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and security, even in the most dynamic and demanding environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Safety and Security

Renaissance Hotel, Concord Hospitality
Atlanta, GA
04.2022 - Current
  • Supervised safety and security protocols for a prestigious 4-star hotel featuring 304 deluxe rooms, a sprawling 13,500 square feet of meeting space, and an exquisite restaurant and bar, including a captivating rooftop lounge.
  • Overseeing risk management, loss prevention, security and safety operations to decrease incidents of theft, waste, and abuse.
  • Directed security services and safety functions to align key processes with the goals and objectives of the organization and regulatory compliance.
  • Ensured the safety of guests, employees, and assets by enforcing and regulating security policies and procedures and monitoring and maintaining security systems.
  • Coordinated emergency evacuation drills and developed and improved emergency procedures.
  • Researched, reviewed, and recommended. equipment, materials, and supplies to prepare and maintain security expenses within the approved budget.
  • Optimized planning and allocation of resources by organizing security and administrative programs, business management operations, and inventory control and permits.
  • Monitored and evaluated unit performance on key security issues and recommended corrective action programs where appropriate.

Loss Prevention Specialist

Kimpton Hotels And Restaurants
Atlanta, GA
03.2018 - 02.2023
  • Patrolled the facility, served as general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and reported all incidents, accidents, and medical emergencies to corporate and law enforcement.
  • Conducted investigations regarding suspected incidents of external fraud, employee theft, and embezzlement and monitored security cameras and fire, building, and alarm systems.
  • Increased company understanding of loss control strategies through on-site client training seminars and implementation of new programs.
  • Established and upheld strict security and safety procedures to protect businesses from financial losses due to theft or careless mismanagement.
  • Identified client needs and worked closely with risk management personnel to ascertain appropriate solutions.
  • Responded calmly and promptly to emergency conditions, safety hazards and threats to life or property.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement to resolve escalated situations.
  • Investigated shrink results outside acceptable ranges to determine causes and prevent recurrence.

Safety & Security Manager

The Candler Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton
Atlanta, GA
06.2019 - 04.2022
  • Opening Safety and Security Manager while overseeing an Upper Upscale 4 ½ Star 265 rooms. 12.000 sq ft meeting space, Restaurant and Bar.
  • Maintained top-quality Safety and Security services and oversaw contract negotiations, budget implementation, disciplinary reviews, training, and work schedules.
  • Directed efforts to mitigate threats to personnel and infrastructure and reduce risks.
  • Served as liaison with Atlanta Police Department, Georgia State Patrol, Georgia State University Police, and company negotiators to maintain understanding of security needs.
  • Drove effective allocation of resources, budget, inventory, and training support.
  • Coordinated and implemented team building measures and processes.
  • Prepared documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules, and enforced policies.

Lead Safety & Security Supervisor

Hilton Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
10.2015 - 06.2019
  • Managed security personnel and conducted investigations while supervising a total of 1,249 guest rooms and a vast 129,000 square feet of meeting space and three restaurants.
  • Conducted frequent and detailed security audits to identify potential problems related to physical security, employee safety, and overall asset protection.
  • Generated incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
  • Ensured team compliance with security protocols and appearance standards.
  • Drafted security operating procedures and training materials for the HR department.
  • Inspected security design features, installations, and programs to verify and ensure regulatory compliance with applicable standards and regulations.

Education

Certified Lodging Security Director

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Orlando, FL
07-2024

Executive Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism Management -

Florida Atlantic University - College of Business
Boca Raton, FL
12-2023

Training Academy in Georgia Private Detective Pre-Licensing Course -

National Investigative Training Academy
02.2023

Specialization in Psychological First Aid -

The Johns Hopkins University
08.2020

Paralegal - Legal Studies Pre-Law

Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA
09-2017

Skills

  • Security Management
  • Emergency Management
  • Crisis Management
  • Asset Protection
  • Emergency planning
  • Law Enforcement Coordination
  • Hotel Openings
  • Risk Reduction

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
  • Lean Six Sigma Hospitality White Certification
  • Alcohol Training Intervention Procedures Certification (TIPS Trainer)
  • ServSafe: Food Protection Manager Certification
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Adult Child and Infant Certification
  • 10 Hour OSHA General Industry 29 CFR 1910
  • Bloodborne Pathogens Infectious Disease Control
  • Sports and Entertainment Safety and Security Certification
  • Loss Prevention Detective
  • Trained Crowd Manager
  • Certification: Georgia Firearms and Security Training Academy Armed/Unarmed Security Officer

Accomplishments

  • Manager of The 1st Quarter Issued by The Candler Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton
  • Aug 2019
  • Manager Of The Month Issued by The Candler Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton
  • Feb 2021
  • Manager of The 2nd Quarter Issued by The Candler Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton
  • Aug 2021
  • Manager of The 1st Quarter Issued by Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel by Marriott
  • April 2023
  • Manager of The Year Issued by Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel by Marriott
  • April 2024
  • Rank #1 in Risk Management issued by Sage Hospitality 2023

Timeline

Director of Safety and Security

Renaissance Hotel, Concord Hospitality
04.2022 - Current

Safety & Security Manager

The Candler Hotel Curio Collection By Hilton
06.2019 - 04.2022

Loss Prevention Specialist

Kimpton Hotels And Restaurants
03.2018 - 02.2023

Lead Safety & Security Supervisor

Hilton Atlanta
10.2015 - 06.2019

Certified Lodging Security Director

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute

Executive Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism Management -

Florida Atlantic University - College of Business

Training Academy in Georgia Private Detective Pre-Licensing Course -

National Investigative Training Academy

Specialization in Psychological First Aid -

The Johns Hopkins University

Paralegal - Legal Studies Pre-Law

Chattahoochee Technical College

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