ABOUT

Secure Brand Management is an independent, third-party Risk Management Solution. We are committed to nurturing and fortifying critical aspects of facility and corporate protection within organizations, emphasizing the importance of oversight, transparency, and compliance. Leveraging our professional reputation and decades of experience, we have developed the highest standards in the industry.

In the realm of organizational integrity and compliance, the concept of pillars serves as a metaphor for the fundamental principles that underpin a secure and ethically sound environment for stakeholders.

SECURITY: In the fast-paced world of business, security serves as the bedrock upon which trust and confidence are built. By prioritizing security measures, organizations not only safeguard their assets and data but also foster an environment where stakeholders feel protected and valued, enabling them to focus on innovation and growth without fear of compromise.
COMPLIANCE: In an era of ever-evolving regulations and standards, compliance is non-negotiable for businesses aiming to thrive in a competitive landscape. By embracing compliance as a guiding principle, organizations demonstrate their commitment to ethical conduct and accountability, laying the groundwork for sustainable growth and long-term success while mitigating legal and reputational risks.
INTEGRITY: At the core of every successful institution lies integrity—a steadfast commitment to honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior. Upholding integrity not only fosters trust among stakeholders but also cultivates a culture of respect and accountability, driving meaningful connections and fostering a reputation for reliability and credibility in the marketplace.
REPUTATION: In today's interconnected world, reputation is currency—a valuable asset that can make or break a business. By proactively managing and enhancing their reputation, organizations can differentiate themselves from competitors, attract top talent and investors, and forge lasting relationships with customers and partners. A sterling reputation not only opens doors to new opportunities but also serves as a resilient shield against unforeseen challenges, ensuring longevity and prosperity in an ever-changing business landscape.

The foundation laid by these pillars serves as a sturdy framework for the development of policies, procedures, and initiatives that prioritize the protection, safety, and overall well-being of all stakeholders, including students, faculty, administrators, employees, and institutional partners.

OUR TEAM

Incorporating a professional outside viewpoint can offer fresh ideas and valuable insights. Our team of external professionals bring a unique and vast professional perspective untethered by internal biases or preconceived notions. They can analyze the organization's preparedness objectively, identifying potential blind spots and offering innovative solutions. Their diverse experiences and knowledge gained from working with other institutions can introduce fresh perspectives and best practices that may not have been previously considered. By embracing an outside viewpoint, organizations can tap into a wealth of expertise and increase their chances of uncovering new approaches to enhance preparedness and mitigate risks.

With a clear understanding of overarching goals and objectives, it becomes possible to empirically evaluate capability and measure success in every area of an institution's strategy and mission. This principle equally applies to effectively managing and mitigating reputational risks, along with other aspects of organizational readiness therefore achieving desired outcomes.

Sheri Stevenson

Founder and Principal

Sheri Stevenson is an accomplished professional. Over the course of her 26-year career as a Management Analyst, Ms. Stevenson supervised 30+ blue collar employees in the City of Pasadena’s Department of Public Works. Ms. Stevenson also served as the department’s Disaster Response Manager. She wrote the Emergency Preparedness Manual, including step-by-step disaster response action items, with versions specific to laborers, office personnel, and management. Ms. Stevenson provided training to 300+ employees in the Department of Public Works. Ms. Stevenson wrote and implemented the annual New Year’s Operations Manual for the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game, which outlined daily tasks for laborers and managers throughout the four month period before, during, and after New Year’s. Her expertise in Logistics served the City well.

Concurrent with her management position with the City, Ms. Stevenson worked two evenings a week as an Educational Therapist at a local private high school. Utilizing her master’s degree in psychology, Ms. Stevenson worked with 2,500+ students over the course of 21 years and provided academic, college, and life skills counseling to students with learning differences, behavioral, and psychological issues. In her post-retirement career, Ms. Stevenson completed training and certification focusing her expertise on school investigations; workplace investigations; and taskforce level athlete protection investigations that are often multi-victim, multi-jurisdictional matters subject to media scrutiny and potentially litigious participants.

BIO & BRIEF

California Private Investigator *

o High Profile Athlete Abuse and Protection Investigations (Nationwide Amateur Sports Industries – Task Force Level: multi-victim, multi-state, multi-jurisdictional, often with attorney involvement and media attention)

o Public/Private Schools, Workplace, and Municipal Investigations

o ATIXA-certified Civil Rights Investigator IV

o ATIXA-certified K-12 Investigator

o ATIXA-certified Hearing Officer and Decision-Maker

o California POST-certified Background Investigator

o National Incident Management System (NIMS) Instructor

o California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) Earthquake Management Certification

Management Analyst for the City of Pasadena, California (Retired)

o New Year’s Operations and Logistics (Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game)

o Public Works Liaison to the Threat Assessment and Response Team (TART), a Group of 22 Law Enforcement Agencies Supporting Nationwide Special Events

o Disaster Preparedness Manager (and Instructor) for the Department of Public Works

o Public Works Manager Responsible for Maintenance and Oversight of the City of Pasadena’s Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) of Emergency Medications and Vaccines

o Homeland Security Grant Manager (and Writer) for the Department of Public Works

o Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Grant Manager (and Writer) for the Department of Public Works and Department of Water and Power

Master of Science Degree in Psychology

Educational Therapist – Worked with High School Students (Learning Differences, Autism Spectrum, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, and other Mental/Behavioral issues)

Academic / College / Life Coach

Emergency Room Counselor (Counseled Victims of Violent Crime)

Tim Langan

Founder and Principal

Tim Langan is results-driven leader with an exceptional career in Law Enforcement and Private Investigations. His unique leadership skills were forged in the United States Marine Corps and enhanced by high-level Executive Protection service management in the U.S. and abroad. He is a successful executive security professional and investigative specialist with over 40 years of industry-related experience. Mr. Langan has an extensive background throughout the Continental U.S. (CONUS), Outside the Continental US (OCONUS), and overseas including executive protective services at the former U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan. He is also an expert in threat assessment and site survey analysis, which he has performed at home and abroad, as well as at numerous corporate facilities and schools.

Mr. Langan has focused his knowledge and expertise involving investigations into abuse and protection issues affecting high-profile athletes in nationwide amateur sports industries. Recently he provided full critical SME support to the U.S. All Star Federation (USASF) by measuring, managing, and mitigating strategic risks associated with the organization's image, brand management, and long-term strategic compliance objectives; investigating taskforce level athlete protection cases; and serving as a liaison to local, state, and federal law enforcement organizations (LEO). He developed a multi-disciplinary approach to manage incidents ranging from single, isolated events to multi-victim, multi-jurisdictional matters subject to media scrutiny and potentially litigious participants.

BIO & BRIEF

California Licensed Private Investigator

o ATIXA-certified Civil Rights Investigator IV

o National Association of School Resources Officers (NASRO) Certification

o School Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Practitioner Certification

o Multi-Hazard Emergency Planning for Schools (FEMA) Certification

o The National School Safety Center (NSSC) U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Certification

o Charter School Investigations – Threat Vulnerability Assessments and Analysis

o Violence Prevention and Active Shooter Survival Instructor

o Attack Countermeasures Training (ACT) Certification

o California POST-certified Background Investigator

o Certified Open Source and Social Media Patent, Trademark Infringement Protection, and Fraud Investigations

Executive Protection Specialist

Multi-Jurisdictional Los Angeles Municipality Police Oﬃcer (Retired)

SWAT Team Founder * Leader * Scout

Robbery Homicide Investigator

School Resource Officer (SRO)

US Embassy Security Specialist – ITI-WSI International Certified Security Force Training / U.S. Government Doctrines.

United States Marine – six (6) years of service. E-4 NCO Honorable Discharge. Nominated for Marine of the Year in 1985.

Inventor / Entrepreneur with Patents for Numerous Emergency Response Products and Equipment.