Type Of Business:
Private security organization
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Systems design; Operational execution and assessment
Major Product/SVS:
Security solutions services that include physical security, mobile and alarm response, cash logistics, investigations and surveillance, special-event security, executive protection, emergency-disaster planning and deployment
Hobbies/Sports:
Spending time outdoors; Fishing; Camping; Hunting; Reading about history and security-related topics
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Criminology, Minor in Psychology, Simon Fraser University, Bernadine, BC (1991); Diploma in Criminology, Mount Royal College, Calgary, AB (1988)
Affiliations Awards:
Building Operations and Managers Association (BOMA), Calgary; Southern Alberta Shopping Center Association (SASCA); Canadian Condominium Institute (CCI); Airdrie Chamber of Commerce; Canadian Operational Security (OPSEC) Forum; Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC); Physical Security Managers Group Forum; Physical Security Planning & Design Group Forum
Charity:
Volunteer, Local Church; Volunteer, Scouts Canada; Volunteer, Local Community Association; Volunteer Registered Basketball Official
Number Of Years In Profession:
10
Number Of Years In Current Position:
1
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his sincere desire to help others, and his professional experience as a correctional officer.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession after meeting a few officers in high school and being intrigued by this line of work. He was influenced by local law enforcement professionals, and the unique way they related to the community.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Walker is a former correction officer. He has more than 10 years in the private security and risk management fields.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Identifying and building business relationships and strategic partnerships in the private and public spheres; Working with several agencies both locally and internationally to further develop the security industry in Canada
Education Certifications:
Pursuing Certified Protection Professional Designation; Certification in Arrest and Control Techniques; Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention; Certified Level-1 First Aid Practitioner; Certification in Local Special Events Response Team
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Walker's goal is to build the organization at an international level and continue to educate those within and outside of the industry. In addition, the organizational goal is to have representation as directors on several local associations and boards in the security industry.