Christopher Petko Maal
Security & Safety Leader | Business Administrator| Risk Mitigation Expert | Professional Mentor
- Role
- Senior Manager of Internal Investigations at MGM Resorts International
- Location
- Las Vegas, NV, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Christopher Petko Maal
As a prior law enforcement professional and current security leader, I bring over 35 years of global experience to the mission of safety, risk mitigation, and business process management. I currently serve as head of the Internal Investigations section at MGM Resorts International and am a certified expert on workplace violence and other protection concerns. My journey includes eight years as an infantry leader during the Gulf War and various decision-making roles in law enforcement and non-profit organizations. My formal citations include the Special Congressional Recognition for Valor and the LVMPD Unit Valor Award, underscoring exceptional courage and leadership in challenging situations.With a master\'s degree in business leadership and being a Certified Protection Professional (CPP), I possess a unique blend of academic knowledge, real-world expertise, and multi-disciplinary experience. I have spearheaded collaborative efforts to mitigate risks throughout my career, saving organizations millions of dollars annually. I have utilized leadership vision and leveraged new technologies to establish both the Workplace Violence Resolution Program and industry-first Emergency Response Team at MGM Resorts International.Community and volunteer service is a passion of mine, and I participate in several non-profit organizations as a member or leader. I also serve as a registered Mentor for both ASIS and MGM Resorts International, and take great pride in enabling the success of those I work with. I believe that we must continually work to grow and improve ourselves and those around us, and give back in gratitude for those that given to us.My core strengths lie in organizational and business leadership, program management, education and training, and human capital resourcing. I am passionate about fostering partnerships and providing effective leadership in high-pressure environments.I am eager to connect with professionals in the security, law enforcement, and public safety sectors to exchange ideas and seek professional opportunities that will allow me to embrace change and provide white-glove service,
Experience
Senior Manager of Internal Investigations
Dec 2017 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US
Responsible for leading an investigative team that identifies, assesses, and provides guidance for the prevention and mitigation of high-level security risks, sensitive issues affecting the company\'s business operations, and administration of our Workplace Violence program.
Education
University of Oklahoma
Master of Arts / Adminstrative Leadership, Organizational Leadership
2019 — 2022
Northwestern University
Cetificate of Completion, SPCS
2011 — 2011
College of Southern Nevada
Associate's Degree, Electrical/Electronics Drafting and Electrical/Electronics CAD/CADD
1983 — 1987
Dale Carnegie Leadership Development
Organizational Leadership
2013 — 2013
Liberty University
Doctoral Candidate, Business Administration, Management and Operations
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor's degree, Adminstrative Leadership
2013 — 2014
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