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Allan Halverson

Special Projects

Allan Halverson has an insider's view of the Security Industry gained only through decades of field experience. Allan is retired from the United States Navy as a Chief Master at Arms after thirty years of honorable service and had a Secondary Navy Classification as a 9583 Locksmith. After retirement Allan worked as a Locksmith and Safe & Vault Technician WG9 Step 5 for both the Department of the Navy and Department of the Army. As an Expert Locksmith and Master Safe Man he has accumulated 37 years of Lock and Physical Security experience. As head of special projects at LSI, and as an instructor, Allan stays up-to-date with all areas of technical and physical security, including S&G 2740 factory certification and regulation.
As a technical writer, Allan has contributed scores of articles to several publications such as Safe & Vault Technology, The National Locksmith and the Locksmith Ledger. He is instructor certified by the American Management Association, Associated Locksmiths of America and the United States Navy as a Level Two Antiterrorism Force Protection instructor. Allan has shared his knowledge in classrooms throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Allan was the recipient of the 1996 Associated Locksmiths of America ACE Award for contributions in locksmith education. In 1999 he was honored by being inducted into the SAVTA Hall of Fame. In 2002 Allan was honored again, this time by the Greater Philadelphia Locksmith Association with the Philadelphia Award.

Ryan White

Instructor

Ryan brings a great deal of unique experience to LSI. He is formerly an instructor for Mas-Hamilton, now Kaba-Mas, where he instructed classes on the Powerlever, Cencon Series, Auditcon Series, and Vindicator product lines. In addition he assisted the development and implementation of the "Train the Trainer" program established by Mas-Hamilton in the roll out of the X-08. Ryan is a factory certified instructor for the Kaba-Mas X-08, X-09 and the S&G 2740, covering both locks that are currently approved under FFL-2740A.
Since leaving the USMC in 1996, he has worked daily in the Safe and Vault industry. Some of his credentials include National Account Manager, for "LockNET", where he managed the layout and implementation of security hardware for new store construction. For the last 8 years he has worked in the field as a Safe and Vault Technician and Access Control Technician. While in the field he helped develop, implement and install multi-level access control systems for organizations such as ADT and Koorsen Fire and Security, while maintaining the integrity of local, state and national building and fire codes.

Ben Sherman

Instructor

Benjamin is a 4th generation locksmith and safe technician. He is originally from Las Vegas Nevada. Before joining LSI he started his career at a young age working for some of the largest locksmith companies in Nevada where he was certified in many stand-alone access control locks and high security locking systems. He then moved into the hotel and casino industry as an engineer/locksmith for two premier hotel and casinos on the Las Vegas strip (Wynn Las Vegas and Caesars Palace). Where he was responsible for all access control, safes, locks, keys, and master-key systems on site. Ben is also a factory certified S&G 2740 instructor.

Mark Uttaro

Technical Assistant

Mark Uttaro joins LSI as the new Technical Assistant. Mark is proficient in many areas of LSI's technical staff requirements and is S&G 2740 factory certified. He will assist LSI Instructors in all phases of class set up and operation with the goal of becoming an LSI instructor. Mark has a background in the construction industry and has completed college classes in automotive and welding. Mark brings an enthusiastic attitude, to the industry, along with a winning personality.

Jon Payne, Sr., CPP, CML

Instructor

Jon Payne has been employed in the security industry since 1969. Prior to joining Lockmasters he was one of the founders of the small company that ultimately became Onity, one of the largest producers of electronic hotel locks. His responsibilities at Onity included the corporate university, product development, product testing and product certification. Prior positions include president of Locksoft, Inc, a software firm that developed custom software for the lock and hardware industry, and president of Professional Lockmasters Inc., a lock & security company in Maryland, which he founded in 1975.

During his 35 year career, Jon has instructed numerous seminars on physical security and other industry topics to homeowners, police departments, locksmith associations, and corporate employees. He is a retired Certified Protection Professional (CPP) (ASIS) and is one of the first two locksmiths in the country to achieve the ALOA designation of Certified Master Locksmith (CML).

LSI Security Services Instructors

Jeffrey A. Dingle, CPP

Instructor

At LSI, Jeff has developed various highly specialized physical security courses now in play including CSST on LSIeCourse.com. Jeff started his career with the Department of Defense as a special agent and criminal investigator with the NSA Office of Security. While working with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, he developed the Advanced Physical Security Training Program and the Physical Security Managers Training Program. For 11 years Jeff was the Director of Protective Operations for the Carter Presidential Center in Atlanta, Georgia. He has also been a Corporate Security Manager with Home Depot. Jeff is a Certified Protection Professional and has a Bachelor's degree in Criminology from Florida State University. Jeff is also one of our nations top 25 security professionals. Many of his articles are posted HERE.

Bobby Earl Ricks, CPP

Instructor

In addition to being an LSI Instructor, Bobby is also a Certified Instructor for the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center and the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice. He retired as the Attorney Supervisor of the Kentucky Department of Criminal Justice Training. He previously served as Chief of the Legal Division at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia. He has trained law enforcement officers at the federal, state and local levels, has published articles and produced training films. He is a Certified Protection Professional. He received his Police Administration degree from Eastern Kentucky University and his law degree from the University of Memphis. Bobby has practical experience in surveillance as a Police Officer and as a Special Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation.

J. Branch Walton

Instructor

A retired Secret Service agent, Branch has been an adjunct or full-time university instructor for 20 years, an instructor at the U.S. Secret Service Academy for 6 years and a security consultant for 15 years. He has received many honors and awards, including the Illinois State University Medal of Merit (one of only three awarded) and the Special Recognition Award from President Nixon. His experience in the U S Secret Service and as a former NCIS criminal investigator add to his skills as an LSI Instructor. He is also past Director of Corporate Security for Cummins Engine Co and former Manager of Training for Operations at Ft Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. He has previously instructed at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Indiana University CJ Department, and Miami Dade College security programs. In addition to his his schedule with LSI, he currently holds the position of Associate Dean of Student Services at Henley-Putnam University. Branch has published a book and more than 30 articles in security related magazines. He has a Bachelor's degree from University of Nebraska, a Master's from Wichita State University and is pursuing doctoral studies at Indiana University.

Bill W. Thompson, CPP

Instructor

Bill is a veteran law enforcement detective and security professional with over 20 years in corporate security management. He most recently served as Vice President and Director of Security for Fifth Third Bank of Cincinnati, Ohio. Bill holds a CPP certification from the American Society for Industrial Security. He holds an AAS degree in Criminal Justice from Sinclair College.

David Nee

Instructor

A retired U.S. Postal Inspector, Dave investigated workers compensation fraud, internal financial crimes, bomb threats and the handling of general security requirements. His impressive experience includes security task force for the 1987 Pan American Games, 1996 Atlanta Olympics and several Indianapolis 500 races. He has a Bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin, Platteville as well.

Tom Woodall

Instructor

Tom is the former director of LSI education and brings 27 years of experience with the GSA Law Enforcement Division, where he established the Physical Security Program and oversaw 7,000 buildings worldwide. He is a three-time graduate of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) and was instrumental in developing their Physical Security Training Program. Tom completed the Senior Executive Fellowship at Harvard University and has been certified as a DoD Level II Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection Instructor. He has published numerous articles in several trade magazines.