ESI Faculty
Bodyguard Training & Security Instructors
Bob Duggan
President- Founder
Bob Duggan founded Executive Security International in 1980 with an obsessive interest in human behavior, especially bad behavior. In 1973, Bob was a co-partner and founder of The Aspen Academy of Martial Arts where his interest in the precursors of attack sharpened.
Meb West
Director of Training- Executive Protection
Meb West is part-owner and CEO of Seven Spears Security International: A security consulting firm specializing in overseas security support operations for multi-national and international companies.
Jenny West
Senior Cadre- Executive Protection
Jenny West Seven Spears Security International Jenny West served her country honorably in the US Army as an Intelligence Analyst and Director of Command Post Operations. After returning to civilian life, Jenny co-founded Seven Spears Security International, LLC, a security consulting firm specializing in overseas security support operations for multi-national and international companies. She is […]
Barry Wilson
Senior Cadre- Executive Protection
Barry Wilson, President Anlance Protection Prior to forming Anlance Protection, Barry served in the US Army in the early 70s. He attended Colorado State University, managed several businesses, and later became involved in security consulting, specializing in Executive Protection, Uniformed Security, and Undercover Surveillance. After graduating from Executive Security International located in Aspen Colorado, Barry […]
Abry Elmassian
Cadre- Executive Protection
Abry Elmassian has a multidisciplinary professional background that has spanned various industry intersections while having mental health as the informing foundation of her work.
Elijah Shaw
Senior Cadre- Icon Global Security
Elijah Shaw is the President of ICON a full service agency specializing in Executive and VIP Protection.
Keith Buckner
Range Master- Senior Firearms Instructor
Keith Buckner, Army Sergeant Major, (Ret.) SGM Keith Buckner brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role as Range Master for the ESI shooting programs. He served our country for over 31 years and retired as an Army Sergeant Major, the highest enlisted rank, just above First Sergeant and Master Sergeant. He was […]
Todd Haller
Senior Cadre- Shooting Instructor
Todd Haller Senior Shooting Instructor Todd Haller began teaching for ESI as a Senior Shooting Instructor in 2004. He is a Patrol/Training Sergeant with the Snowmass Village Police Department and has been in law enforcement since 1995. Todd is the Training Director for the Roaring Fork Regional multi-agency firearms, arrest control, use of force, and […]
Mark Robbins
Senior Cadre- Tactical Medicine
Mark Robbins With over 30 years of experience in protecting people and assets, I am a Massachauetts Constable, a Contract-Security Professional with Osen-Hunter Group, LLC, where I provide on-site security activities for various high net worth clients on short term contracts, a Certified Protection Specialist, a Massachusetts and National Registered EMT-Tactical, a seasoned Firearms and […]
Patrick Devine
Cadre- Tactical Medicine
Patrick Devine Patrick Devine has spent his life in service to others and has spent the last 20 years in the security industry. An ESI alumnus who has been primarily involved in the Executive Protection world, he also has experience working High-Risk/PSD details and many other facets of the protection world. A leader in the […]
Greg Nelson
Cadre- Corporate Security Management
Greg Nelson Mr. Nelson is a privacy, protection, and preparedness advocate, with over twenty-five years of security industry experience building value-added security strategies for businesses, organizations, communities, and individuals. His expertise draws on a deep and diverse background which includes professional and volunteer experiences in the public and private safety sectors, as well as years […]
Edward Wilson
Cadre- Corporate Security Management
Edward Wilson Edward has worked in many different sectors of the industry over a 30+ year career. During this time, he has amassed considerable experience as a practitioner, trainer, and industry leader in the Protective Services – Intelligence, Crisis Management, and the training profession. Recognized as a subject matter expert in Risk / Threat Analysis, […]
Filippo Marino
Cadre- Corporate Security Management
Filippo Marino CEO, Tegumen Filippo Marino is the Founder and Managing Partner of Tegumen, a risk mitigation advisory firm focused on intelligence-driven brand, operations, and personnel protection strategies. Over the course of his career, Filippo has developed, led, or optimized security, intelligence, and risk management operations as both an adviser and functional leader. In his […]
Bethany Duggan
Senior Vice President
Bethany Duggan is the Senior Vice President at ESI. She comes to ESI with a background in business, marketing and finance. She received her Master’s Degree in Marketing from SNHU. You will often find Bethany working behind the scene in the corporate office making sure all the classes are running smoothly.
