Business Details
17 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Security Partner in Western Michigan
Established in 2009, Diversified Protection & Investigations (DPI) is a West Michigan-based security and investigation firm founded by four entrepreneurs with over 50 years of combined law enforcement experience. Our leadership includes a former reserve Deputy and a retired Detective Sergeant with 31 years of service, including 16 years in major crimes investigation and FBI National Academy certification. We specialize in armed and unarmed security, discreet investigations, and active shooter preparedness training, serving businesses, schools, places of worship, and events. Our team comprises certified law enforcement officers, special deputies, and trained professionals with expertise in defensive tactics, surveillance, and behavioral analysis. We maintain state licensing and insurance while affiliating with industry organizations like ASIS International and the Michigan Council of Professional Investigators.Our commitment to continuous training ensures our personnel stay current with industry trends and technologies. We provide customized security solutions, including mobile patrols, video surveillance, and workplace violence awareness programs. Our investigative division handles child custody disputes, fraud investigations, and legal support with a focus on accuracy and discretion. We operate under core values of excellence, respect, and community service, rooted in a mission to create secure environments across Western Michigan. Our clients benefit from decades of field experience, a proven track record in law enforcement, and a dedication to ethical, client-centered service.
Services
Armed Security
Unarmed Security
Event Security
Uniformed Security
Plainclothes Security
Surveillance
Private Investigations
Active Shooter Training
Workplace Violence Training
Mobile Patrols
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 31 years of combined law enforcement experience in security leadership roles.
- Our team includes FBI National Academy-certified professionals and retired detectives.
- We offer customized security solutions tailored to specific client risk profiles.
- Our active shooter training includes live simulations with law enforcement professionals.
- We maintain state licensing, insurance, and industry affiliations for accountability.
Associations and certifications
- State of Michigan licensed Security Guard Agency
- Michigan Council of Professional Investigators
- ASIS International
- Wyoming-Kentwood Chamber of Commerce
Services
Armed Security
Our armed security services provide proactive protection for businesses, events, and facilities. Trained professionals with law enforcement backgrounds deploy strategic deterrence measures while maintaining compliance with state regulations. Clients receive customized security plans that address specific risk factors and operational requirements.
Active Shooter Training
This comprehensive program combines classroom instruction with live simulations to prepare organizations for active shooter scenarios. Participants learn threat recognition, response protocols, and recovery strategies through exercises featuring simulated gunfire and law enforcement engagement. Training is led by former military and law enforcement experts with specialized certifications.
Private Investigations
Our investigative division conducts discreet inquiries for legal professionals and private clients. Services include child custody evaluations, fraud investigations, and surveillance operations executed by a retired Detective Sergeant with 31 years of experience. All investigations maintain strict chain-of-evidence protocols for court admissibility.
Workplace Violence Training
This program educates employees on identifying behavioral indicators and implementing response protocols for workplace violence. Simulated scenarios reinforce practical application of prevention strategies while addressing OSHA compliance requirements. Training includes policy development and organizational preparedness planning.
Event Security
Specialized security solutions for festivals, concerts, and community events. Uniformed and plainclothes officers work collaboratively to maintain safety while minimizing disruption. Services include access control, crowd management, and incident response tailored to event-specific risk assessments.
People
Detective Sergeant Retired
Investigative Division Leader
31-year law enforcement veteran with 16 years as a full-time detective investigating major crimes. FBI National Academy graduate with extensive courtroom testimony experience in state and federal systems. Bilingual Spanish speaker providing specialized investigative expertise.
Reserve Deputy Leader
Security Division Director
Former reserve Deputy with specialized training in security protocols and risk assessment. Brings field-tested law enforcement experience to develop customized protection strategies for corporate and public clients while maintaining state licensing compliance.
Questions
What security services do you offer for businesses?
We provide armed and unarmed security, surveillance systems, workplace violence prevention training, and customized security assessments for businesses in Western Michigan.
Are your security personnel licensed and trained?
All personnel maintain state licensing with specialized training in defensive tactics, active shooter response, and surveillance operations conducted by certified law enforcement professionals.
Do you offer active shooter training for organizations?
Yes, our active shooter training includes classroom instruction and live simulations with law enforcement professionals to prepare employees for emergency response scenarios.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Western Michigan, including the Grand Rapids metropolitan area, Wyoming, and surrounding communities for security and investigation services.
Are you licensed by the State of Michigan?
Yes, we are a State of Michigan licensed Security Guard Agency and Licensed Professional Investigator with full insurance coverage for all services provided.