Phil Maihi
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Global Security
Briggs & Stratton LLC
01.2020 - Current
- Responsible for global security operations, guaranteeing the safety and security of all elements related to significant manufacturing plants, extensive warehouse and distribution hubs, corporate headquarters, and personnel.
- Lead investigator for criminal activities, workplace misconduct, and cybersecurity violations. Secured $1.3 million in restitution FY23/24.
- Designed and launched a Global Security Operations Center for quick ROI in incident response, business continuity, facility monitoring, and personnel safety.
- Accomplished a 30% decrease in operational expenses by leveraging robust vendor relationships and implementing strategic service and procurement frameworks.
- Oversaw the organization's comprehensive physical security program, which encompassed strategies for preventing workplace violence, managing travel risks, enforcing substance abuse policies, safeguarding assets, mitigating insider threats, and addressing crisis situations.
Global Security Manager
Briggs & Stratton Corporation
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Oversaw physical security and risk management initiatives for manufacturing facilities, warehouses, corporate offices, and research and development centers.
- Directed the travel risk management, kidnap and ransom, and executive protection programs
- Executed large-scale retrofits, new installation, and break-fix projects coupled with management of core business resilience programs.
- Oversaw the Global Security Operations Center and guard force capability for the company.
- Realigned the workforce through development and implementation of fit for purpose policy and procedures
- Developed and implemented new Security Risk Assessment platform for the company.
- Led CFATS and CTPAT programs for the company.
Regional Security Manager
Toll Group
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Led the organization's physical security and risk management efforts, protecting annual asset shipments valued at over $18 billion in precious metals, cash, and coins.
- Oversaw the business continuity program, guaranteeing that the three major banking institutions in Australia and the Reserve Bank of Australia delivered consistent and uninterrupted services.
- Managed the physical security protocols, security systems, and infrastructure for cash processing facilities, extensive warehousing and distribution centers, as well as intermodal assets.
- Lead investigator reduced cash loss claims and internal theft by 90% in less than six months.
- Reduced incidents of theft and vandalism by conducting regular security audits and addressing vulnerabilities.
Clearance Diver – Senior Manager
Royal Australian Navy - Australian Clearance Diving Branch
01.1999 - 01.2016
- Led all facets of military diving, which includes surface and subsurface explosive disposal, maritime tactical operations, subsurface vessel maintenance, reconnaissance missions, support for amphibious assaults, and countermeasures against mines.
- Responsible for mission-critical systems and assets greater than $50M in budget
- Led maritime tactical units through reconnaissance operations, non-compliant vessel boarding, and counter-narcotic and seizure operations
- Contributed to extensive crisis management and humanitarian aid initiatives arising from natural disasters and civil disturbances.
- Served as the operations manager for explosive ordnance disposal, battle damage assessment and repair, and mine clearance for major naval fleets.
Team Commander
Royal Australian Army – Special Operations Command
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Held the position of Tier One Special Operations Team Commander within the Special Operations Command, led rapid response, high-risk, high-consequence, unconventional special warfare operations globally.
- Led exceptional teams in successfully executing intricate and high-stakes Special Forces missions, encompassing counter-terrorism, hostage recovery, counter-piracy, and counter-narcotics operations.
- Served as emergency and crisis liaison and manager, supporting high-risk public incidents and emergency response efforts during natural disasters.
- Conducted a variety of risk assessments, risk management surveys, and rapid response strategies for prominent international events, including the Olympic and Commonwealth Games, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit, and the G20 Summit.
- Exceeded capability limits and showcased outstanding performance while reducing personnel risk and asset damage during training and operations environments.
- Reduced operational costs through effective budget management and strategic allocation of resources.
Education
Associate Degree - Occupational Health And Safety
Australian Defense Force Academy
AustraliaAssociate Degree - Management
Australian Defense Force Academy
AustraliaAdvanced Diploma - Security Risk Management
Australian Defense Force Academy
AustraliaSkills
- Global Security Programs
- Emergency & Crisis Management
- Business Continuity
- Strategy & Optimization
- Risk Mitigation & Management
- Formal Investigations
- Global Operations Centers
- Project Management
- Travel Risk Management
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Timeline
Head of Global Security
Briggs & Stratton LLC
01.2020 - Current
Global Security Manager
Briggs & Stratton Corporation
01.2018 - 01.2020
Regional Security Manager
Toll Group
01.2014 - 01.2016
Team Commander
Royal Australian Army – Special Operations Command
01.2005 - 01.2014
Clearance Diver – Senior Manager
Royal Australian Navy - Australian Clearance Diving Branch
01.1999 - 01.2016
Associate Degree - Occupational Health And Safety
Australian Defense Force Academy
Associate Degree - Management
Australian Defense Force Academy
Advanced Diploma - Security Risk Management
Australian Defense Force Academy
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