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My promise to you.

  • I will use my 40+ years of professional experience in this field, to ensure you are successful in your safety personal growth.
  • I will be your guide and mentor, as you learn how to feel safe and confident in your daily life. 
  •  We will take a holistic approach to your personal safety and nurture your most powerful tool, your mind.
  •  I will show you that you are stronger and more capable than you think.


           - Steve

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Why Should You Train With Me?

Experience

 Steve served 3 years with the US Army 82nd Airborne Division as a Military Policeman. He graduated from the US Army Military Police School, Basic Airborne Course and Jungle Operations Warfare Center, Panama.


After leaving the Army, Steve spent 30 years as a law enforcement officer.  


He was a Detective, SWAT Squad Leader, Dive Team Leader and Bomb Technician. Steve was assigned to the FBI/HIDTA Task Force for 6 years.  He was also a School Resource Officer for 6 years and the police department's O.C. Pepper Spray and Taser Instructor. Other duties included weapons armorer and range officer, certified as a firearms instructor. 


Steve was an instructor with the Police Academy serving as the primary instructor for the Basic Water Rescue program and also teaching courses on Weapons of Mass Destruction and terrorism.  


Steve conducted personal protection for several families in the US, Canada and Mexico and has provided security and conducted investigations and surviellance accross the US. 


In 2009 he worked in the Afghanistan Police Program (APP) in Kabul and the Logar Province as a Police Mentor/Advisor on a one year contract through the Department of State.


He has conducted Threat, Risk and Vulnerability assessments on multiple levels for corporate and personal clients.


He has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a Master of Science in 

Cyber-security/Homeland Security.  

  

RESUME


EDUCATION 

Master of Science 

Administration of Justice - Homeland Security/Cyber Security 

Salve Regina University (2018) 

Bachelor of Science 

Criminal Justice 

Roger Williams University (2005) 


Skills and Experience Overview

 

Certified NRA and AZ DPS Firearms Instructor.

Sig Sauer Pistol Armorer

S&W AR & M&P Pistol Armorer

Mossberg Shotgun Armorer

FBI certified explosive ordnance technician.

Certified team leader in high-risk special operations. 

Developing quantitative and qualitative reports, charts, and graphs. 

Running and editing macros via Microsoft Excel. 

Experience in Threat, Risk and Vulnerability assessments. 

Investigations for credit card fraud, retail fraud, organized retail crime, money laundering 

Create policy and procedure for accreditation acceptance. 

EXPERIENCE  

Executive Protection/Private Investigations

Rubicon Protection/Elite PSS/ Mayhem Solutions Group, Arizona

8/1/19 to present

· Conduct surveillance for workplace violence cases

· Threat, Risk and vulnerability assessments

· Provide executive protection 


Transportation Security Officer

 

Department of Homeland Security, Phoenix, AZ 

12/09/18 to 7/31/19

• I am tasked with ensuring the safety and security of the traveling public. 

• Utilizing critical thinking skills, including the application of risk-based security screening protocols. 

• Retaining and implementing knowledge of all applicable Standard Operating Procedures. 


Patrolman/School Resource Officer

 

East Greenwich Police Department, East Greenwich, RI 

02/21/11 to 09/01/18 

• While assigned to the district high school, I was a law enforcement presence, a teacher and a mentor. 

• My daily patrols would also include the other schools in the district. 

• I served in the capacity of firearms instructor, armorer and Special Response Team officer. 

• Started the departments Peer Support Team, offering counseling and emotional support to other officers. 

• Investigate various computer crimes within the school district. 


Advisor/Mentor 

DynCorp International, Afghanistan 

01/25/09 to 01/25/10 

• Trained as an advisor/mentor for the Afghan Police Program funded by the Department of State. 

• Assigned to Forward District Development (FDD) in the Logar Province with the US Army. 

• Conducted training, compiled data and reported to my supervisors and military commanders. 

• Transferred to the Central Training Center in Kabul as a tactical training program advisor. 

• Conducted advanced shooting techniques and advised on logistics and supply procurement.


Investigator 


Rhode Island Ethics Commission Providence, RI 

09/01/07 to 10/01/08 

• Investigate any and all ethics complaints made against state politicians or appointed officials. 

• Compile reports and present findings to the RI Ethics Commission for hearings. 

• Educate and advise public officials and employees about the standards of conduct in the Code of Ethics.   Monitor the financial disclosure program which requires all officials to file statements annually. 


Investigator 


Kroll Government Services, Loveland, CO 

11/1/06 to 01/01/09 

• Trained in the use of company and government software used to complete federal forms, SF-85, SF-86. 

• Conduct background checks for candidates needing government security clearances. 

• Compile reports and present them to specific government entities for potential employee vetting. 


Detective 


Warwick Police Department, Warwick, RI 

12/22/84 to 10/22/06 

• While assigned to the detective division, investigate all criminal activity. 

• Assigned to the FBI/High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force investigating long term, high level narcotics violations. 

• Utilize various technical data software for reviewing and linking suspicious activity and suspects. 

• Special weapons and tactics squad leader utilized in high threat operations.

• Certified explosive ordnance technician assigned to the state bomb squad. 

• Operate multiple fraud analyzing computer systems to assist with investigations. 


Corporal 


82nd Airborne Division Military Police, Ft Bragg, NC 

09/28/79 to 09/28/82 

• Completed US Army basic training, MP Academy and Airborne Jump School. 

• Conduct patrol operations on Ft. Bragg and in the city of Fayetteville. 

•  Engage in combat training around the world. 



Law Enforcement Training and Related Skills

Jul 20 NRA Instructor Certification

Mar 19 TSA Academy Training

Aug 17 A.L.I.C.E. Solo Officer Training

Aug 15 PRSBI New Mexico Tech

Sep 14 A.L.I.C.E. Instructor Certification

Apr 14 Smith & Wesson AR15 Armorer course

Feb 14 Mossberg Shotgun Armorer course

Aug 13 Advanced SRO, NASRO

Jul 13 IRTB New Mexico Tech

Mar 13 Smith & Wesson M&P Armorer course

Apr 12 Sig Sauer Armorer Course

Aug 06 TTST Course/Aircraft Assault, SOTT-I

Jun 06 KGS/OPM Experienced Investigator Training Course, Kroll

Dec 05 DHS WMD Tactical Commanders Course

Jun 04 FBI Large Vehicle Post Blast Crime Scene School

Apr 04 FAA Police Officers Flying Armed Course

Jan 04 ISDS Israeli Perspective on Suicide Bombers

Dec 03 ODP Haz-Mat Evidence Collection

Oct 03 RITOA Patrol Rifle Course

Oct 03 RIEMA Train the Trainer WMD PPE for Law Enforcement

Jan 03 TASER Instructor Course

Dec 02 New Mexico Tech EMRTC Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings

Jun 02 Northwestern University Instructor Development Course

Aug 02 BATF Advanced Explosive Destruction Techniques

Aug 01 BATF Underwater Explosive Recovery Course

Jun 00 BATF Post Blast Investigation

Feb 98 RI Fire Academy Train the Trainer, Emergency Response to Terrorism

Jun 96 FBI Post Blast Investigation

Jun 94 FBI EOD Hazardous Devices School

Nov 93 DEA Narcotics Airport Interdiction

Oct 93 DEA Basic Narcotics Investigation

Nov 92 Cap Stun Pepper Gas Instructor Course

Oct 92 O.C. Pepper Gas Instructor Course

May 91 PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor Course

Jun 90 FBI Semi-Automatic Transition Instructor School


Giving you the skills you need to prevail

Contact

Steve Branch

Phone: 480.359.5509

Email: MindsetSurvival.SB@gmail.com 


Classes and Training:

We are a mobile self-defense company.

Which means we come to you!
Indoor Shooting Ranges We Use: 

C2 Tactical, 8475 S. Emerald Dr, Tempe, AZ  

C2 Tactical, 7000 E Mayo Blvd #1050, Phoenix, AZ
Outdoor Shooting Range We Use:

Rio Salado Sportsman's Club, 3960 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZSteve Branch

Phone: 480.359.5509

Email: MindsetSurvival.SB@gmail.com 


Classes and Training:

Old Town Scottsdale Office

4254 N. Brown Ave., Scottsdale AZ 85251

or in the comfort of your home or place of business


Indoor Shooting Ranges We Use: 

C2 Tactical, 8475 S. Emerald Dr, Tempe, AZ  

C2 Tactical, 7000 E Mayo Blvd #1050, Phoenix, AZ
Outdoor Shooting Range We Use:

Rio Salado Sportsman's Club, 3960 N Usery Pass Rd, Mesa, AZ

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