Gary Smith

• Led a 65-member security team delivering 24/7/365 coverage, ensuring the safety of all personnel, assets, and operations across multiple Collectors sites and trade shows.
• Led and managed a team of 20+ retired law enforcement officers, overseeing all aspects of security operations and logistics for 85+ major trade shows annually.
• Coordinated the secure transport, handling, and protection of high-value assets, ensuring full compliance with stringent insurance guidelines and maintaining an impeccable safety record.
• Designed and implemented security plans for corporate HQ and seven satellite locations, integrating CCTV, intrusion detection, and access control systems.
• Oversaw armed transport and secure movement of high-value items globally, maintaining strict adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
• Conducted thorough investigations, coordinated with law enforcement, and generated detailed incident reports to support loss prevention and risk management initiatives.
• Managed all aspects of access control systems for 2000+ employees, ensuring real-time accuracy of credentials and security levels.
• Collaborated with IT, Operations, and external contractors to enhance physical security infrastructure, achieving project milestones within budget and on schedule.
• Member of the company’s Safety Council; developed emergency action plans (EAP) and led evacuation drills, ensuring regulatory compliance and employee preparedness.
• Provided exceptional customer service during high-stress situations, handling escalations professionally while safeguarding company assets and reputation.
• Maintained company fleet vehicles and managed logistics for local and national security-related transportation needs.
• Successfully developed and updated dozens of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to adapt to evolving security challenges and operational needs.
• Designed the security systems (access control, CCTV, alarm layout) for seven different Collectors' sites across the globe
• Oversaw product transfers of Collectors' assets totaling north of $1 billion, maintaining full security and compliance throughout the process, ensuring no damage or loss to any product occurred.
• Enhanced security camera coverage at trade shows, improving surveillance quality and investigative capabilities in coordination with local law enforcement.
• Worked closely with the company's insurance company, gaining their trust through detailed theft mitigation plans and transparency.
• Streamlined the onboarding process for new security personnel, including comprehensive training and performance evaluations, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Strengthened the company’s security posture through regular system audits, policy updates, and implementation of advanced surveillance technologies.

• Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
• Schedule 10,000 hours of guard service weekly supervising 275 employees.
• Generate and review weekly reports for overtime and non-billed hours worked, track inventory and maintain upkeep of 55 weapons used for armed service including inspections, maintenance and weapon rotations.
• Organize and maintain inventory and upkeep. Issue uniforms to new security officers, payroll corrections.
• Organize and schedule vehicle maintenance for all Wackenhut vehicles in the Orange office.

12/1995 - 12/1999 United States Marine Corps

• 12/1995-03/1996 Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, CA - Basic Training
• 04/1996-06/1996 Camp Lejeune, NC - Basic Electrician School
• 07/1996-11/1998 MCAGCC, Twenty Nine Palms, CA
• 12/1998-11/1999 Camp Hansen/Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan

Honorably discharged after forty-eight months of active duty

29 Palms, CA

• Responsible for plumbing, carpentry and tin work on wooden structure A-Frames, supervised working parties of 5-10 Marines.
• Performed electrical work (interior wiring) on over 60 wooden A-Frames.

Camp Hansen/Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan

• Scheduled range usage for all military units on all live fire and non-live fire training areas at approximately 30 different sites in Okinawa.
• Rifle Range Safety NCO, supervised crew of 19 Marines on range, organized range maintenance, ordered supplies (ammo, office supplies, uniform supplies, daily lunches, etc.).
• Primary Marksmanship Instructor which included teaching Marines the proper usage of the M-16A2 Service Rifle, as well as the cleaning, inspecting, and safety procedures of same.