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March 4, 2025 31 mins

Supporting Boulder City's Law Enforcement: Behind the Scenes with Protective Force International

Welcome to "The Best Dam Podcast." In today's episode, Jill chats with Jonathan Alvarez, CCTP, the CEO/Chief of Security for Protective Force International.

Jonathan shares the vital role his organization plays in ensuring the safety and security of Boulder City, highlighting his and his team's passion for serving both urban and rural communities. Together, they explore how Protective Force International complements local law enforcement, providing security for special events and residential areas, and the unique contributions of their canine units. 

DISCUSSION

  1. How Protective Force International collaborates with local law enforcement in Boulder City to enhance community safety during special events.
  2. The importance of bridging gaps between residents and public safety. 
  3. The role that the military and law enforcement experience of P team members play in their approach to security in Boulder City.
  4. The significance of canine units in security operations, and how do these units contribute to both safety and community engagement
  5. Jonathan's dedication to community improvement as a legacy for his daughter.
  6. The importance of continuing education and advanced training for security officers, and how this contributes to setting a national standard in the security industry.
  7. The challenges and benefits of having a private security firm work alongside traditional law enforcement.
  8. Using "golden tickets" for offering support to the unhoused, and how this initiative reflects a broader approach to community safety and welfare.
  9. The changing perception of security and law enforcement in society.
  10. Jonathan shares a personal hobby of painting miniatures as a way to relax, and the importance for individuals in high-stress professions to have hobbies that provide a mental break.

LEARN MORE

Click here to learn more about the Protective Force International, visit their website at https://www.protectiveforceintl.com or on these social sites:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProtectiveForceInternational/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/protective_force_international/
X: https://twitter.com/ForcePfi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/19113253

KEYWORDS

Jonathan Alvarez, Protective Force International, Community Security, Jill Lagan, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, The Best Dam Podcast, Podcast Interview

#JonathanAlvarez #ProtectiveForceInternational #CommunitySecurity #BoulderCity #JillLagan #BCNVChamber2024 #TheBestDamPodcast #PodcastInterview

CREDITS

The Best Dam Podcast is a Boulder City Chamber of Commerce podcast production.

This episode is sponsored by the i & i Podcast & Music Studio. Be Heard.

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