Steven has almost a decade of experience with firearms, security and law enforcement detention with a focus on healthcare safety and security. Recently, he served as the Physical Security Program Director for a local Hospital and Medical Center where he oversaw all aspects of security operations. In 2022 his security program was awarded an international achievement, the IAHSS Program of Distinction while he also managed an independently owned Houston based security company. Steven’s background in law enforcement corrections originates from his time working for the Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office and the Harris County Sheriff's Office, where he received the Medal of Bravery for facing three armed suspects and aiding in their apprehension off duty in 2017. Steven is passionate about protecting people and property, and constantly seeks to improve his skills and knowledge in security operations and threat management. He brings a vast knowledge of legal applications, weapons systems and defense instruction training to Shadow Defense Group as our Chief Instructor.

• USCCA Certified CCW and Firearm Safety Instructor

• NRA Certified Basic Pistol Instructor

• AXON Taser instructor

• Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Certified

• PILB Registered Armed officer

• Certified Special Response Team (SRT) Officer

• Nationally Registered EMT-B, SNHD Credentialed EMT

• Texas Commissioned Officer