Michael Johnston

About Michael Johnston

I have over 35 years of career success in law enforcement, security management, gaming, and private sector business. I have applied my experience in conducting complex criminal investigations, internal investigations, risk management, compliance, and process improvement to execute critical organizational projects. My leadership style promotes accountability, creativity, innovation, transparency, fairness, and team building.In my current role, I continue to create environments that develop excellent customer service, foster strong relationship-building, encourage balanced decision-making, and promote effective communication processes. My mission is to support organizations by providing the prevention strategies they need to reduce risk factors. Areas of Expertise:Enterprise & Corporate Security | Public Safety | Law Enforcement | Investigative Skills | Crime Prevention Emergency Management Operations | Emergency Response | Organizational Development | Case Management | Risk Management | Special Events Planning | Exercise Development | Data Analysis | Safety Operations | Risk Assessment | Strategic Planning | Incident Investigations | Information Management | Records Management | Physical Security | Emergency Preparedness | Project Management | Process Improvement | Fiscal Management | Media Relations | State & Federal Laws | State & Federal Regulations | Compliance | Customer Service | Communications Skills | Interpersonal Skills | Team Building

Experience

1. Risk and Investigations Manager

   GGRM Law Firm

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Senior risk, investigations, and security leader responsible for designing legally defensible investigative systems, governing enterprise risk at the executive level, and ensuring sensitive matters are handled with rigor, objectivity, and precision. Leveraging decades of law enforcement command experience, advanced security certifications, and qualified expert witness credentials to oversee internal investigations, support complex personal injury and premises liability litigation, and manage third-party security providers. Chairs the Firm’s Risk Management Committee, driving proactive mitigation strategies, strengthening decision-making, and building scalable, compliant processes that reduce exposure, protect critical evidence, and improve operational outcomes.

Education

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  Bachelor of Science Degree, Criminal Justice and Psychology

  1984 — 1989

• University of Oklahoma

  Master of Arts Degree, Administrative Leadership and Organizational Culture

  2015 — 2017

• FBI National Academy - Session #266

  Professional Course of Study, Leadership Development

  2016 — 2016