Philip Toppino

Experienced security and firearms training professional with over a decade of operational leadership, instructional expertise, and tactical knowledge. President and CEO of WOFT LLC and WOFT Protection Services LLC, with extensive certifications across firearm disciplines, scenario-based training, private investigation, and personal protection. Proven record in developing training programs, leading scenario courses, and maintaining high compliance standards.

Ongoing commitment to professional development through over 50+ tactical and instructional certifications, continuing education, and high-risk scenario courses from 2010 through 2023.

• NRA Certified Instructor (Pistol, Home Firearm Safety, Personal Protection in the Home, Refuse to Be a Victim, Chief RSO)
• USCCA Certified Instructor (Concealed Carry, Home Defense, AR-15 Fundamentals)
• SIG SAUER Academy (Pistol Mounted Optics, Armorer Certifications for P320, MCX, 365, MCX Operator/Instructor)
• Suarez International (Combat Pistol & Rifle Instructor, Trauma Medicine for Concealed Carry)
• Force Science Institute (Certified Analyst, De-Escalation Instructor, Methods of Instruction)
• Class K Firearms Instructor License, Florida
• Florida Licenses: Security Officer (D, G), Private Investigator (C), Security Instructor (DI), School (DS), Agency (B, AB)

• Handgun Combat Master Certified (#22), 02/01/17
• 1st Certified Master Shocknife Instructor Setcan
• Organized and led 11+ annual large group scenario training events
• Established and licensed full-service private security training school

• Blauer Tactical Systems Fundamentals Coach Certification
• Ken Murray Scenario Instructor Course
• LEAD Instructor Scenario Course 24 Hours
• Dynamis Alliance 2-Day Blade Course
• Front Sight Firearms Institute Dozens of advanced courses in handgun, rifle, shotgun, rope & rappel, and tactical scenarios
• CPR/AED Certified, American Heart Association

• President & CEO, WOFT LLC, 04/01/15, Present, Developed and executed high-level firearms and scenario-based training programs., Managed 11+ annual large group scenario events with diverse participants., Oversaw company operations, student development, and public/private sector collaborations.
• Director of Training / Supervisor, I.C.U. Investigative & Protective Services, 08/01/18, Present, Led training curriculum and operational readiness for private security teams., Delivered real-world scenario training to improve team response and judgment.