Doug is an experienced security professional with a diverse background in law enforcement, healthcare security, investigations, and organizational leadership with more than 38 years of combined law enforcement and healthcare security experience; including 20 years as a police officer and detective and 18 years leading safety and security operations within a large academic medical center.  Expertise includes criminal investigations, intelligence gathering, security program development, regulatory compliance (OSHA and CMS), policy development, risk management, and strategic security planning.  Proven ability to address complex public safety challenges, strengthen organizational resilience, and develop practical security solutions that meet both operational and community needs.

As a police officer, Doug partnered with community stakeholders to develop community policing initiatives and worked closely with financial institutions in responding to crimes against banks and other financial entities.  He received advanced training in intelligence gathering, covert surveillance, and complex criminal investigations, frequently collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies.  In healthcare, he conducted employee and criminal investigations that resulted in employment actions and referrals for prosecution.  He served as the Director of Safety and Security for 6 years and developed and implemented security response plans to protect pediatric patients, staff, and visitors, while also leading violence prevention initiatives within behavioral health settings through close collaboration with multidisciplinary medical teams.  As the Director, he participated in thirteen hospital committees and multiple university academic committees, providing strategic leadership in safety, security, and risk management.  Additionally, he managed large operational and capital budgets, supervised more than 160 employees, and oversaw complex projects involving significant financial investments in the security industry.

Developing an effective security plan is a collaborative partnership between SRMC and the client. Open communication and a clear understanding of the client’s concerns are essential to creating a successful security strategy.  I believe that every stakeholder involved in the planning process should be actively engaged, as the strongest security plans are built through shared understanding and commitment.

Security should be approached as a multifaceted process. The client is the first line of defense, and all other elements of the security plan are designed to support and enhance their ability to mitigate risk.  A thorough risk assessment is typically conducted at the outset to ensure all parties have a clear understanding of the potential threats, vulnerabilities, and concerns.  This assessment allows us to develop a security plan that is appropriately tailored to the client’s specific needs and risk profile.

• University of Phoenix, Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
• Iowa Law Enforcement Academy