Experience

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  Hawkins Security Consultants Group

  • United States

  • Founder and CEO

    • Nov 2023 - Present
    • United States

    As the Founder and CEO of Hawkins Security Consultants Group, I bring a wealth of experience in risk management, asset protection, safety and security, emergency management, crisis planning, and advisory consulting. Our company is dedicated to providing comprehensive safety and security operations management services to Fortune 1000 companies.In my role, I serve as an advisor, salesperson, and executive manager, working closely with executives, retailers, and nonprofit stakeholders at all levels. I assist them in developing effective risk management strategies, optimizing operations, creating emergency plans, and implementing robust physical security programs. Our services range from site-specific security programs and vulnerability assessments to safety culture programs and crisis response.My approach is centered around people, empathy, and active listening. I prioritize creating a culture of accountability and employing objective solutions to effectively manage safety and security objectives. By leveraging these attributes, I am able to consistently deliver exceptional experiences for my clients and their organizations.Prior to establishing Hawkins Security Consultants Group, I held a management position overseeing West Coast operations. I was responsible for leading a team of five regional security managers across five states. I gained invaluable experience working with renowned companies in the corporate risk management and security services industry, such as GuardsMark, Pinkerton, Securitas, AlliedBarton, Security Consultants Group, Charles Swab, UCSF Campus and Medical, Proguard Security and Glide Foundation & Church programs.I am proud to lead Hawkins Security Consultants Group and am dedicated to providing the highest level of expertise and service to our clients. Our commitment to holistic safety and security operations management sets us apart in the industry, and we look forward to partnering with you to safeguard your business and it’s assets.

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  Condor Security of America, Inc.

  • United States

  • West Coast Operations Executive Manager

    • Oct 2022 - Oct 2023
    • United States

    West Coast Operations Executive ManagerAs Condor Security of America Executive Operations Captain I served as the head of West Coast Operations over the West Coast Region (California, New Mexico, Washington, North Carolina, Texas) and was responsible for monitoring the day-to-day operations for CSA in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. As Captain I managed Lieutenants and Sergeants within the company, and was the overseeing manager for all west coast operations supervisors & employees. Created and signed off on contracts, security policies, corporate procedures, federal & government special events and ensure that the environment in the region is safe for employees, clients, and vendors. I also ensured all regions adhered to proper hiring of new employees & training programs. Reviewed all employee disciplinary actions & decide on termination recommendations from Lieutenants and delegated tasks as approved. Managed company office budgets, manager schedules and employee staffing levels. Monitored overtime & fleet expenditures for all employees. Completed Regional Lieutenant's performance evaluation reports. Oversees the duties and responsibilities of all client SOP’s and contracts.* Provided training to new Lieutenants and monitors work performance through their evaluation period* Carried out managerial responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws* Approved pay rates for company Operations employees* Reviewed disciplinary actions and recognizes outstanding actions* Investigated company complaints and addresses them as necessary* Maintained a positive and professional rapport with clients and their employees* Interacted with local and federal law enforcement agencies, DoD, DoJ, DDS - Dept. Of social services, DOi, Federal government, State Parks and Recreations, PD, Sheriffs, FPS & GSA Agencies

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  Target

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Executive Asset Protection, AP Team Lead

    • Dec 2020 - Oct 2022
    • San Francisco Bay Area

    Provided a safe and secure environment for our team members and guests and meet financial goals of shortage and profitability in Target stores. Lead a physical security and safety culture and respond to today’s crisis events. Planned, investigated and resolved theft while creating awareness by educating executive team leaders on operational shortage priorities. Educated, coached and mentored company leaders and teams on compliance, risk management, emergency preparedness, investigations, and physical security & safety procedures. Built a safe and secure culture, including crisis response plus a strong safety environment & crowd management planning. Acted as a key executive resource for company initiatives for team leaders in the district/market. Managed risk mitigation strategies and goals and delivering results through a culture of accountability. Managed & oversaw vendor deliverables, meetings, deadlines, and projects, maintaining effectively keeping open channels of communication and ensuring vendor performance alignment against contractual commitment. Manage and capitalize on financial and account efficiencies, risk mitigation, compliance, project management and quality assurance.* Educated & implemented safety compliance policies, programs & directives of OSHA policies, Lead in order to drive a safe and secure working environment and to create a strong safety culture.* Conducted internal investigations and interviews on team members who were observed committing financial, property or merchandise loss.Conducted investigations on organized retail crime cases, fraud schemes, marketing fraud and e-crime.* Created and maintained strong partnerships with local law enforcement.* Identified shortage risks in key areas and work with other leaders to develop tactics that reduce shortage and drive profitable overall sales.* Created and maintained strong vendor controls and relationships from multiple third party companies and security officers.

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  ProGuard Security Services

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Area Account Manager

    • Sep 2018 - Mar 2020
    • San Francisco Bay Area

    Responsible for business operations, sales and all portfolio staff. Maintained and established a working relationship between stakeholders and assigned client(s). Provided support to employees, ensuring that processes are being followed maintained. Managed security accounts portfolio to capitalize on financial and account efficiencies, risk mitigation, compliance, project management and quality assurance.* Maintained and create sales leads relationships, internal and external sale. Largest managed retail portfolio account Trader Joe’s, 2500 hrs.* Managed P&L by interpreting, projecting & managing declining balances by reconciling profit and loss statements.* Managed $4.5 Million in revenue per year* Responsible for managing P&L for a workforce of 60 employees and supervisors weekly (ISO 9000) * Responsible for operations investigations and conducted on-site security audits and meetings.* Conducted benchmarking and implemented security industries "best practices" plus worked with upper-management to standardize processes, practices and service delivery across the accounts.* Directed staff in identifying, developing, implementing, and maintaining security processes.

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  Progressus Therapy

  • San Francisco, California

  • Behavioral Therapist

    • Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
    • San Francisco, California

    Autism and Behavioral Therapist Consultant

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  GLIDE Foundation & Church (San Francisco, CA)

  • San Francisco Bay Area

  • Program Manager, Compliance, Safety, Security & Events

    • Mar 2015 - Mar 2016
    • San Francisco Bay Area

    As program manager at glide I served many essential roles. Primarily, it acts as a support service to all Glide's other programs, especially the Meals Program, FYCC, Woman's Center, Woman's Walk-in Center, WFC and TL health services. One of Security main duties is to calmly defuse potential situation s of anger or violence in a respectful manner. By doing this the security team has earned the trust and support of the community. Secondly, the Security Program serves as a jobs and workforce development training program for those in the community, those leaving the streets or recently released from prison. All security staff has had this type of past history. By offering employment to those who are least likely to land a job, Glide is able to live its mission of social justice and unconditional love through the very people it hires to carry out essential daily operations.

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  AlliedBarton Security Services Corporation

  • AlliedBarton Security Services Manager

    • 2012 - Jul 2015

    * Developed and manage corporate investigations and supporting case processes* Served as subject matter expert on security contingency planning, disaster planning and facilities/physical security* Managed guard force and dispatch all safety teams, emergency contacts and security to all (Fab's) and Secret Rooms* Responsible for maintaining and implementing policies and security strategies, investigations, workplace violence, property and employee safety, contract guard force management, crisis management concerns and protocol.

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  Security Consultants Group/ Federal Protective Services

  • South San Francisco, California

  • Region 9 Compliance Contract Security Manager

    • Dec 2008 - Jan 2012
    • South San Francisco, California

    * As CPM I oversaw all management in CA Region 9, supervision, manpower, training, equipment, supplies, licenses, permits, certificates, insurance, pre-employment screenings, reports, and files necessary to accomplish large-scale security guard services required and outlined in the Federal contract for a workforce of 180 federal officers* Managed P&L financial results by projecting balances and reconciling profit and loss statement* Knowledge and experienced working with various physical security systems such as intrusion detection, access control, perimeter protection, Emergency Response and Crisis Management, & Federal Control Center Systems* Managed CA Regional Contract Account with 10,000 billable hours bi-weekly for FPS/ Homeland Security/ FAA* Managed over $4.5 Million in revenue per year on a Federal Contract Unarmed and Armed Officers* Interacted and negotiated business deals with clients and CBA to achieve officer & revenue objectives* Enforced weapons compliance, administrative policies & safety procedures in all Federal Ramp Systems & Courts* Managed Exhibits, Certs, Licenses, Medical & Training records per Federal Contract Agreement and COTR objectives* Worked closely to support Federal Protective Services COTRs & ATRs at all FBI, SSA’s, FAA & IRS sites in CA* Responsible for maintained and implemented policies and strategies including but not limited to internal investigations, workplace violence, property and asset protection of federal buildings and employees, contract guard force management, crisis management and environmental health and safety concerns.

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  Universal Services of America

  • San Francisco, California

  • Head of Security, Property Management Site

    • May 2008 - Dec 2008
    • San Francisco, California

    * Assessed Security Threats and collaborates with executive leadership on strategies to successfully resolve risk/ issues * Served as subject matter expert on security, emergency response, workplace violence, crisis management, contingency planning, facility/physical security, disaster planning, and related topics * Formulated administrative and operational policies and procedures for High-rise building and High Tech-Campuses

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  Securitas/ Agilent Technologies

  • Santa Clara, California

  • Global Corporate Security Manager

    • Jan 2007 - Jan 2008
    • Santa Clara, California

    * Responsible for designing and implementing policies and strategies including but not limited to internal investigations, workplace violence, property and asset protection, contract guard force management, crisis management and environmental health and safety.* Provided strategic direction and leadership for global accounts. Manages the global SRC security services and related operations, including client service, problem resolution, service enhancement, and account development.* Managed P&L by interpreting, projecting & managing declining balances by reconciling profit and loss statement.* Reported to National Accounts Manager (High Tech) vertical market and conducted PP&A officer reviews*Conducted benchmarking and implemented security industries “best practices” plus worked with upper-management to standardize processes, practices and service delivery across the account.

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  ABM Industries

  • Foster City, CA

  • Director of Safety & Security

    • 2006 - 2007
    • Foster City, CA

    * Developed and manage corporate investigations and supporting case process * Assessed Security Threats and collaborates with executive leadership on strategies to successfully resolve risk/ issues * Served as subject matter expert on security, emergency response, workplace violence, crisis management, contingency planning, facility/physical security, disaster planning, and related topics * Directed and managed the ACSS/ABM Janitorial staff on high tech campus/ sign off and approved all work orders and invoicing for ACSS/ABM Security & ABM Janitorial * As Fire Life Safety Director I managed a composition of procedures, physical and electronic security applications, responsible for the implementation of campus fire and emergency response programs at all locations.

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  Guardsmark/ Charles Schwab Inc.

  • San Francisco, California

  • Account Security Manager, Executive Protection & Compliance

    • Jan 2001 - Dec 2006
    • San Francisco, California

    * Headed HQ Security Control Center and systems operations training for the Northwest Region* Managed the San Francisco HQ Charles Schwab Executive Protection Events* Managed $2.5 Million in revenue per year/ Completed month-end management report.* Responsible for managing P&L for a workforce of 80 employees and supervisors weekly (ISO 9000) experienced* Responsible for operations investigations and conducted on-site security audits and management meetings * Enforced compliance & administrative policies, procedures & safety rules/ JCAHO/ CAL OSHA * Formulated administrative and operational policies and procedures for High-rise building and High Tech-Campuses* Knowledge and experience working with various physical security systems such as intrusion detection, access control, perimeter protection, Emergency Response and Crisis Management

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  Pinkerton/ Intel Inc.

  • Chandler Heights, Arizona

  • Security Specialist Fab Lead

    • 1999 - 2001
    • Chandler Heights, Arizona

    * Maintained safety and security to ensure post assignments success* Worked with engineers and clients on fire and waste systems to keep building safe and secure * Knowledge of life safety systems & adhered to administrative and operational policies and procedures * Monitored E.R.T., HVAC programs and chemical spill functions * Dispatched all safety teams and emergency contacts & monitored all (Fab's) and clean room systems * Extensive knowledge of occupational safety (OSHA), hazardous materials, general safety & wastes

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  Maracopa County DA's Office Intern

  • Mesa, Arizona

  • District Attorney Intern

    • Jan 1999 - Jan 2000
    • Mesa, Arizona

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  Arizona State University

  • tempe, arizona

  • ARIZONA STATE FOOTBALL

    • Jan 1996 - May 1999
    • tempe, arizona