ABOUT
Protecting God’s People, God’s Property, and God’s Possessions.
Security Consultant / Self-Defense Expert / World Champion
With a passion for protecting others born out of a pivotal and traumatic childhood experience, James moved from tragedy to triumph and used the skills he learned along the way to train others to do the same.
With significant expertise in national and international security operations, large event security, and executive protection in a range of countries like Brazil, Egypt, Sri Lanka, Ukraine, Turkey, and Qatar, James moves seamlessly from security topics on the corporate level to faith based organizations to even training individuals learning self-defense.
Having operated more than 1000+ concerts and special events as head of security, preparing 500+ churches with plans and procedures for security in houses of worship, and directing security for a megachurch of 20,000 guests, James brings significant experience to assist you and your organization while supporting your ministry goals.
Whether designing security infrastructure or protocols for large organizations, churches, or training groups to learn self-defense, James’ passion for equipping people to protect others continues to be a lifelong motivation.
Professional Summary
Security Consultant and Self-Defense Expert
Subject Matter Expert on Security in Houses of Worship,
500+ churches trained
Significant experience in overseas operations, large event security and executive protection
Head of Security for 1000+ concerts and special events
Noted Speaker on Security in Houses of Worship for the National Association of Evangelicals
Key Security Advisor for the Citygate Network North America
Accomplishments
4x ISKA Self-Defense World Champion
7 Appearances in the Night of Champions on ESPN
8th Degree Black Belt Seki-Ryu Jiu Jitsu
Hall of Fame recipient of Joe Lewis Eternal Award, Battle of Atlanta 50th Anniversary
Appeared in the 60th Anniversary Edition of Black Belt Magazine
Multiple Film Credits: Lethal Weapon 4, Marvel’s Blade, and Lionsgate's action thriller "Plane", starring Gerard Butler.