Ryan B. Okerstrom

About Ryan B. Okerstrom

Exceptionally well-versed in all aspects of organizational leadership with an impressive track record of shaping culture and generating tremendous business value. Known for providing provocative insights about diverse physical security strategies, re-evaluating current practices, identifying ineffective patterns, and pushing leadership teams outside their comfort zones to achieve immediate and unprecedented results. Extensive experience in the development, motivation, and leadership of world-class personnel, creative problem solver, and respected thought leader. Industry expert in facility security program development and management. Industry expert in security assessments, security systems integration, and security planning. Physical security expert consultant. History of increasing profitability and revenue growth. Strong ability to build and lead teams that ensures safety of people and property. Budgeting, P&L responsibility, and personnel management. Expertise in developing and executing processes and procedures that increase efficiencies. NRA firearms instructor with active Secret clearance. Two-time Diversity Award winner for the development and promotion of minority employees. Michigan State University School of Criminal Justice Wall of Fame Award for Distinguished Alumni - 2021 Inductee Certified Protection ProfessionalCore competencies include:Strategic & Tactical Planning Board & Stakeholder Relations Operational ExcellenceCulture & Change Management Inspirational Leadership P&L ManagementRisk Mitigation & Management Research & Investigations Budget & Project PlanningPerformance & Profit Optimization Safety & Quality Improvement Process InnovationMillion-Dollar Contract Negotiation Client Acquisition Strategies Program Management Michigan United Soccer League Executive Board Member and Director of Competition. Michigan Soccer Association Executive Board Member and Director. Disciplinary Committee Chair. Tequila Matchmaker Tasting Panel Member - There are certain members of the community who are members of the “Tequila Matchmaker Tasting Panel.” These are people who have at least an understanding of how to properly evaluate tequila, have a full understanding of the rating and profiling system, and have a tremendous passion for all types of tequila.

Experience

1. Physical Security Consultant

   GLG

   Sep 2005 — Present · Detroit, MI, US

   Expert Consultant – Physical Security and Fire OperationsIndependent consultant for physical security and security guard operations. Consult with GLG clients over the phone or in person, through small group meetings or longer-term board or special advisory. Share industry knowledge with leading companies on topics relating to security operations.• Performed hundreds of consultations covering a wide spectrum of security and fire operations topics.• Zero confidentiality violations. • Private or multi-party meetings.• Panel member for completing confidential surveys within physical security and fire operations dynamics.

Education

• Livonia Churchill High School

  Diploma, College Prep

  1986 — 1989

• Michigan State University

  BA, Criminal Justice

  1989 — 1993

Skills

• Union Contracts
• Security Audits
• Employee Training
• Security Management
• Private Investigations
• Cctv
• System Testing
• Fire Alarm
• Corporate Security
• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Client Relations
• Asset Protection
• Workplace Violence
• Union Negotiations
• Security
• Customer Service
• Security Operations
• Fire Protection
• Alarm Systems
• Physical Security
• Protection
• Team Building
• Program Management
• Security Clearance
• Personal Protection
• Weapons
• Firearms Instruction
• Staff Training
• Emergency Management
• Public Speaking
• Management Consulting
• Project Management
• Team Leadership
• Access Control
• Issue Resolution Management
• Iso 9001
• Strategic Business Planning
• Operations Management
• Active Dod Secret Clearance
• Fire Safety