The majority of our team consists of former U.S. Special Operations and specialized law-enforcement operators. Backgrounds include U.S. Special Forces, law enforcement special units, and SOF subject-matter expert (SME) contractors, supported by other highly experienced personnel. Many of our team members hold or have held Secret or Top-Secret clearances.
In addition to their unit-specific experience, our personnel are recognized experts in strategic and tactical intelligence analysis, threat and vulnerability assessments, antiterrorism and force protection, counterterrorism, drug trafficking, human trafficking, physical security, operational security, HUMINT, environmental design, and advanced surveillance.
Team members have planned and executed U.S. Embassy threat vulnerability assessments and Noncombatant Evacuation Operations (NEO). They have also conducted strategic intelligence collection and analysis in support of environmental design objectives for the U.S. intelligence community and Department of Defense. These environmental-shaping efforts improved security platforms for Department of State facilities worldwide. Members of the team were responsible for regional force protection practices and procedures across the Afghanistan theater for the Department of Defense.
What this means for clients
These skillsets translate directly into practical value for clients. In training courses, they produce scenario-based instruction that builds usable decision-making and operational skills rather than theoretical knowledge that transfers well to the streets and in the field. In investigative and assessment services, they support thorough, discreet work that delivers clear, actionable results while maintaining strong professional quality. For consulting, the same real-world experience allows OSIG to provide focused guidance on threat assessment, security planning, and protective measures tailored to the specific needs of agencies, corporations, and organizations.
The Team Behind OSIG
RJ is a managing member of Operational Strategic Innovations Group, LLC. RJ came from humble beginnings growing up in central California. His family has a long history of service to our country in both the military and law enforcement communities. In 2006, RJ was approached by US Special Forces to be a part of a Special Unit in developing, designing and implementing specialized platforms for operators working in Special Activity programs (ASO). As a program manager, RJ successfully designed, managed, and implemented ASO programs for use by Special Forces Personnel operating alone or in small groups in austere environments. RJ has successfully completed US SOF contracts on both a national and international level.
A list of RJ’s qualifications, licenses, and certifications include: US SOF ASO contractor/ASO program manager and lead instructor; US SOF SME in combatives, close quarters firearms handling and edged weapons; Law Enforcement SWAT and Special Unit instructor; California Narcotics Officers Association (CNOA) Master Instructor; Master Ranked Martial Artist; CA DOJ firearms instructor; NRA Law Enforcement firearms instructor; Former National Registry certified EMT; Current American Red Cross Instructor in CPR/AED, First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Wilderness & Remote First Aid; Licensed California Private Investigator/Qualified Manager, Colorado Private Investigator; CA BSIS Security License; CA BSIS Armed Security License. CA P.O.S.T. Certifications include: PC832; Rangemaster and Firearms instructor; Investigation Interview and Interrogations; and Background Investigator.
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JOHN
John enlisted in the US Army in 1990 as a Mobile Subscriber Equipment Operator (31F) assigned to Germany. In 1992 John joined the US Army Special Forces branch as a Communications Sergeant (18E) and was reassigned to an overseas contingency unit in Stuttgart, Germany. He conducted multiple peacekeeping operations throughout the Baltics, Noncombatant Operations in Africa & national man-hunts in the US. After 9/11 John was reassigned to Special Projects Operations throughout the Middle-East and Africa. In 2005 John became a Special Forces Warrant Officer and began leading teams/companies/battalions in unconventional warfare, special activities, combat operations, inter-agency activities and other clandestine operations. After John's retirement in 2016 he has decided to take on a teaching role in hopes to help pass on his experience and unique specialties.
Master Sergeant J.B., raised in Chicago, Illinois, volunteered for military service in March of 1997 and continued for 25 years. His assignments with Special Forces include: Medical Sergeant, SFG (A) - 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne); Advanced Special Operations Detachment NCOIC, OTC, GSB, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne); Senior Medical Sergeant, SFG(A) - 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne); Special Warfare Training Center; TF-10 S-3 Operations NCOIC Panzer Kaserne, Germany; Team Sergeant, Operational Detachment A-0121 - B Company, 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne). In addition, MSG J.B. maintains an active Top Secret/SCI Clearance.
An overview of Jan’s military education includes: Basic Airborne Course, Primary Leadership Development Course; the Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course; Special Forces; Qualification Course; Survival, Evasion; Resistance, and Escape Course; Advanced Special Operations Techniques Course; Advanced Noncommissioned Officers Course; Special Operations Target Interdiction Course; Special Forces Advanced Reconnaissance, Target Analysis and Exploitation Techniques Course (SFARTAETC); Special Forces Sniper Course; Static Line Jumpmaster Course; and Military Free Fall Parachutist Course.
His awards and decorations reflect his service during NATO Kosovo Forces, Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom Afghanistan, Joint Combined Exercise and Training events throughout the 10th SFG(A) AOR, and Operation Atlantic Resolve. The following deployments include the Combat Infantry Badge, Combat Medical Badge, Master Parachutist Badge, and 2 Bronze Star Medals.
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Dave enlisted in the Marine Corps at 18 years of age as a Marine Rifleman (0311). Succeeding in his early career, Dave was handed additional duties as a small boat Coxswain (8111) and later as a Rifle and Pistol instructor. After four and half years Dave re-enlisted into the US Army as a Rocket Artillery (13M) Soldier and served during the invasion of Iraq 2003'. He Joined the US Army Special Forces in 2004' and served the remainder of his career as a weapon specialist deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan countless times. In addition, Dave also has countless deployments in joint operations throughout Africa to include joint exercises in Europe. After sustaining numerous injuries incurred during deployments, Dave was medically retired after 10+ years of Special Forces service in 2016' as a Sergeant First Class.
An overview of Dave’s military education includes Special Forces Weapons Sergeant (18B); Special Forces Sniper Course graduate; Advanced Special Operations tactics and techniques Level II; Special Forces Advanced Reconnaissance Techniques Engagement Course (Aka: SFARTEC); Airborne Jump Master; Language of focus (Modern Standard Arabic).
Q recently retired as a Sergeant with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office after a distinguished 29-year career in Law Enforcement. During Q’s career he worked in patrol, narcotic investigations, property/robbery detectives unit, Tactical Flight Officer for the air support unit, Narcotics Team, as an FTO, training unit, OHV team, and spent over 11 years on the SWAT team, including time as Team Lead/Team Sergeant. Q holds instructor certifications in Rangmaster/Firearms, Patrol Rifle, Shotgun, MP5, Breaching, EVOC, Use of Force, Baton, CPR/First Aid, and is a current Police Academy instructor, remaining very active in the Law Enforcement community. In his time at the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office, Q received numerous awards for his service for Fresno County Sergeant of the Year, merit, and Life Saving Medal. Q is an integral part of the OSIG team, and his contributions greatly benefit our clientele and services.
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Dr. Lawson
Dr. Lawson is the medical advisor for OSIG medical courses. Dr. Lawson is a board-certified general surgeon and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons obtaining a medical degree from UC San Francisco and completed surgical training at the UC San Francisco/Fresno Medical Education Program.
Wanting to contribute to the success of our military fighting force, Dr. Lawson joined the US Army and spent 8 years in the US Army reserve receiving the rank of Major. He spent 6 of those years as the Officer in charge of the 1st Forward Surgical Team where he earned his combat patch while deployed to Iraq. In addition, he is a graduate of the Army Trauma Training Center and the Joint Combat Trauma Management Course.
Dr. Lawson is currently practicing medicine in Portland Oregon as a Chief of Surgery and General Surgeon.
Julie joined our team 2018 and has been an invaluable member of our organization since that time. Julie has worked with and instructed numerous law enforcement agencies, multi-agency task forces, and corporate clients during her time with our organization. She is currently classified as the Operations Manager of OSIG where she handles a wide array of the company’s overall operational and strategic activities.
An overview of Julie’s experience, certifications and education includes: Fresno State Graduate – Bachelor’s Degree; California Department of Justice Firearms Instructor; CCW Permit Instructor; First Aid, CPR/AED and Tactical Medical certified; Law Enforcement Surveillance Instructor; Associate Private Investigator; SME in Situation Awareness; Beginning and intermediate AR course graduate; Defensive Handgun Instructor Course Graduate; CA BSIS Security License; CA BSIS Exposed Firearms License; P.O.S.T. certifications include, PC832, Interview & Interrogation and Background Investigation courses.
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Vince
Vince is a California native who began his military career in 1997 with the U.S. Marine Corps. After basic training, he completed SOI (School of Infantry) and MOUT (Military Operations in Urban Terrain). Shortly after, Vince volunteered for an operation in Panama due to unrest in the country, and was consequently able to attend the Army JOTC (Jungle Operations Training Center). Several years later, after 9/11, Vince was selected to attend Military Police school (MOS 5811) and reported to Army Base Fort Leonard Wood in southern Missouri. While there, he was trained in all aspects of basic police work including UCMJ. Vince was honorably discharged in November of 2003 and began working in the security industry where he worked in all levels of this industry including management and hiring. Senior duties included policy/procedure development & implementation, training, compliance, counseling/discipline, scheduling, budgeting and procurement. Through this phase of his professional career, Vince also finished his college education, obtaining his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminology with a Law Enforcement option from California State University, Fresno. Vince began his work with OSIG in 2023 and works as an Associate Private Investigator, Background Investigator and in support of the company’s law enforcement training activities. His current certifications include; BSIS Guard Card, CA P.O.S.T Background Investigator, CPR/AED/First Aid, Surveillance Techniques & Tactics, and Basic Investigator.
Dominic is a successful business owner and entrepreneur. His drive and foresight have led him to become a pillar in the local business industry at an age much younger than what is typical of someone with his success. Although new to this industry, Dominic's keen business instincts and attention to detail are invaluable qualities for any business. Although his focus is business management for OSIG, Dominic is quickly integrating himself in building skill sets in the core services provided by our company.
An overview of Dominic's experience, certifications, and education includes: CA, licensed Private Investigator; First aid, CPR/AED and Tactical Medical Certified; Beginning and Intermediate AR course graduate; Defensive Handgun Course graduate; CA BSIS Security Guard certification and CA BSIS Exposed Firearms certification. CA POST certifications: PC 832 and Background Investigations.