Our Team
Decades of federal service, intelligence expertise, and special operations experience—applied to private sector protection.
A Note on Discretion
You'll notice we use first names only. This isn't an oversight—it's intentional. Many members of our team remain operational, conducting sensitive work that requires discretion beyond what's typical in private security.
Some of our personnel continue to hold clearances, maintain government relationships, or operate in environments where full identification would compromise their effectiveness or safety. In cases where operational security necessitates it, we've replaced photographs with relevant agency insignia—not to be mysterious, but to protect those who protect you.
Our commitment to tradecraft, operational security, and discretion extends to how we present ourselves. It's the same standard we apply when safeguarding your security, your family, and your reputation.

Josh
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Josh is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Strategic Advisory Group, leading the firm's global strategy, operations, and client portfolio across government, corporate, and private sectors. An accomplished entrepreneur with over 18 years of experience spanning intelligence, special operations, and executive security, he brings a distinctive blend of operational expertise and strategic leadership shaped by real world experience.
A former U.S. Air Force Officer, Josh has supported intelligence, counterterrorism, counternarcotics, and counterproliferation operations while working with numerous allied intelligence services across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Australia. He deployed twice in support of global missions and later served as the Director of HUMINT for Air Force Special Operations Command. Josh also supported the National Security Agency, Office of the Director of National Intelligence, National Reconnaissance Office, and Black/White SOF elements.
Throughout his career, Josh has worked extensively across interagency and joint task force environments, collaborating with the FBI, DEA, DHS, and the Department of State (DOS) and multiple international partners to advance intelligence collection, counter threat operations, and mission success in complex global arenas.
Josh holds an Executive MBA from Georgetown University and is recognized for his ability to lead elite teams and organizations in complex, high stakes environments.
CREDENTIALS & EXPERTISE
- •Former U.S. Air Force Intelligence Officer
- •Director of HUMINT, Air Force Special Operations Command
- •NSA, ODNI, NRO Operations Support
- •Interagency & International Intelligence Coordination
- •Executive MBA, Georgetown University

Sully
Chief Operating Officer
Sully serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Strategic Advisory Group, overseeing global operations, training programs, and enterprise security initiatives. A retired U.S. Navy SEAL Senior Chief with nearly two decades of service, he brings unmatched expertise in leadership, strategic planning, and high risk operational environments.
Throughout his distinguished career in Naval Special Warfare, Sully served with SEAL Team Two and later at Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU), where he led a 24 man counter terrorism unit executing over 75 combat missions worldwide. His roles included Team Leader, Advanced Tactics Instructor, and Senior Enlisted Advisor for Combat Development, directing the research, testing, and integration of advanced technologies and operational strategies to enhance mission effectiveness across the special operations community.
At SAG, Sully applies this operational precision and strategic foresight to drive the firm's global readiness posture and ensure flawless execution across all engagements. His leadership reinforces SAG's standard of excellence, discretion, and operational mastery that defines its work with elite clients worldwide.
A recipient of the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars with Valor, Purple Heart, and multiple commendations for heroism and service, Sully holds a Master of Science in Strategic Leadership from the University of Charleston.
CREDENTIALS & EXPERTISE
- •Retired U.S. Navy SEAL Senior Chief
- •SEAL Team Two & DEVGRU Operations
- •75+ Combat Missions Worldwide
- •Advanced Tactics & Combat Development
- •Silver Star, Bronze Stars with Valor, Purple Heart
- •MS Strategic Leadership, University of Charleston
Trevor
Chief Strategy Officer
As Chief Strategy Officer at Strategic Advisory Group, Trevor drives the firm's strategic vision, intelligence integration, and client engagement initiatives across global operations. With over 17 years of service in the Central Intelligence Agency, his career spanned counterterrorism, counterinsurgency, and hard target operations in some of the world's most complex environments.
His operational experience and strategic insight shape SAG's intelligence led methodology, ensuring that every client solution is rooted in discretion, precision, and foresight. Trevor's ability to fuse intelligence tradecraft with real world risk mitigation enhances the firm's capacity to anticipate threats and safeguard high net worth individuals, families, and corporate clients worldwide.
A trusted strategist and advisor, Trevor works alongside SAG's cadre of former CIA officers, military leaders, and law enforcement professionals to advance the firm's mission of delivering bespoke, intelligence driven protection and advisory solutions with unwavering confidentiality and excellence.
CREDENTIALS & EXPERTISE
- •Former Central Intelligence Agency Officer
- •17 Years Counterterrorism & Counterinsurgency
- •Hard Target Operations
- •Intelligence Integration & Strategic Planning
- •Global Risk Mitigation Expertise

Jim
Director of Global Investigations
Jim is a combat veteran, investigator, and entrepreneur with over 30 years of distinguished service in national security, federal law enforcement, and private intelligence. A graduate of the United States Military Academy, Class of 1986, he began his career as a U.S. Army officer before joining the Federal Bureau of Investigation, where he spent two decades leading complex criminal, counterintelligence, and corruption investigations across the United States and abroad.
As a Supervisory Special Agent, Jim directed high-profile cases involving organized crime, terrorism, and public corruption, developing elite interview and behavioral assessment programs now used across law enforcement and corporate sectors. His investigative precision and leadership earned recognition as a model of professionalism within the Bureau.
In the private sector, Jim has provided investigative, intelligence, and threat management support to Fortune 500 companies, family offices, and global entrepreneurs, integrating human intelligence, behavioral analysis, and predictive threat assessment to protect clients from emerging risks.
Jim is also the co-founder of the Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund, which has raised over $50 million to support military families. Guided by his philosophy of staying close to the flag, Jim leads with presence, faith, and purpose, continuing his lifelong mission of service and protection.
CREDENTIALS & EXPERTISE
- •U.S. Military Academy, Class of 1986
- •Former FBI Supervisory Special Agent
- •20+ Years Criminal & Counterintelligence Investigations
- •Elite Interview & Behavioral Assessment Programs
- •Co-founder, Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund ($50M+ Raised)
Sean
Director of Strategy & Integration
Sean is a U.S. Air Force veteran, intelligence officer, and business leader with extensive experience in operations, systems engineering, analytic outreach, and strategic program management. Throughout his career, Sean has supported the National Security Agency, the Pentagon in direct support of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and served as a liaison to Other Government Agencies (OGA) and the U.S. Special Operations Community.
He also supported the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), advising and coordinating efforts with multiple National Intelligence Officers (NIOs) at the strategic level in support of the National Security Council and the President of the United States. His expertise in interagency collaboration and intelligence integration has strengthened national defense priorities and advanced mission success across multiple domains.
Sean's continued leadership in the private sector reflects his commitment to innovation, strategic vision, and national service, values that define Strategic Advisory Group's mission and culture.
CREDENTIALS & EXPERTISE
- •U.S. Air Force Intelligence Officer
- •NSA & Pentagon Operations Support
- •Joint Chiefs of Staff Liaison
- •ODNI Strategic Intelligence Coordination
- •Interagency & Intelligence Integration Expert

Nick
Senior Advisor, Executive Protection
Nick brings over 12 years of executive protection and security management experience to Strategic Advisory Group. A former U.S. Secret Service Special Agent, he spent nearly two decades protecting Presidents, Vice Presidents, visiting heads of state, and conducting complex protective intelligence operations worldwide.
During his tenure with the Secret Service, Nick served on multiple Presidential Protection Details, led advance security operations for high-risk international travel, and coordinated protection with foreign security services and law enforcement agencies. His expertise spans threat assessment, protective intelligence, advance work, and emergency response protocols at the highest levels.
Following his federal service, Nick transitioned to the private sector, providing executive protection and security consulting to Fortune 500 CEOs, ultra-high-net-worth families, and global family offices. His approach emphasizes discretion, cultural fit, and intelligence-driven security—principles that align perfectly with SAG's operational philosophy.
Nick's ability to seamlessly integrate protection programs with corporate operations and family office dynamics makes him an invaluable asset in designing and executing world-class security solutions for our most discerning clients.
CREDENTIALS & EXPERTISE
- •Former U.S. Secret Service Special Agent
- •Presidential Protection Detail
- •12 Years Executive Protection Experience
- •International Advance Security Operations
- •Family Office & Corporate Security Specialist
Peter
Special Operations Senior Tactics Advisor, Contingency Rescue Planner & Resiliency Foundations Coach
Peter is a seasoned USAF Combat Rescue Officer and Master Tactics Advisor with over a decade of global mission leadership. He's executed four combat deployments, supported NASA oceanic alert missions, and led complex search-and-rescue operations across five continents.
An expert in emergency trauma care, SERE development, and tactical rescue planning, Peter delivers bespoke resiliency training, contingency planning, and discreet recovery solutions.
CREDENTIALS & EXPERTISE
- •USAF Combat Rescue Officer
- •Master Tactics Advisor
- •4 Combat Deployments
- •NASA Oceanic Alert Mission Support
- •Search-and-Rescue Operations (5 Continents)
- •Emergency Trauma Care Expert
- •SERE Development Specialist
- •Tactical Rescue Planning
Sindre
Director of European Operations & Strategic Advisory
Sindre is a former Norwegian Armed Forces officer and McKinsey Engagement Manager with deep experience advising senior leaders on strategy, risk, and operational decision-making.
A graduate of the Royal Norwegian Naval Academy, he served nine years across the Army, Navy, and Air Force, culminating at Air Force Headquarters, where he led strategic planning and readiness initiatives in support of NATO and allied operations.
At McKinsey & Company, Sindre counseled Fortune 500 and publicly listed clients across Europe and North America on corporate strategy, performance improvement, and large-scale operational execution, shaping decisions at board and C-suite level.
At Strategic Advisory Group, he directs European operations and strategic advisory efforts, combining military discipline with executive insight to enhance client resilience, intelligence integration, and mission readiness across all engagements.
CREDENTIALS & EXPERTISE
- •Royal Norwegian Naval Academy Graduate
- •9 Years Norwegian Armed Forces Service
- •Air Force Headquarters Strategic Planning
- •NATO Operations Support
- •Former McKinsey Engagement Manager
- •Fortune 500 Strategy Consulting
- •European Operations Leadership
- •Board & C-Suite Advisory
Our Values
These principles guide every engagement, every decision, and every relationship
Discretion
Absolute confidentiality is non-negotiable. We protect your privacy as fiercely as we protect your security. What we know stays with us.
Integrity
We provide honest counsel, even when difficult. Our reputation is built on trust, ethical conduct, and doing what's right—not what's easy.
Excellence
Mediocrity has no place in protective services. We hold ourselves to the highest professional standards in everything we do.
Extended Network
Beyond our core leadership, we maintain relationships with a vetted network of specialists worldwide
Regional Specialists
On-the-ground intelligence and protective capabilities across Latin America, Europe, Asia, Middle East, and Africa.
Technical Experts
Digital forensics, cybersecurity, technical surveillance countermeasures, and communications security specialists.
Legal Counsel Network
Coordinated relationships with law firms specializing in security law, crisis litigation, and international matters.
Medical & Psychological
Travel medicine, trauma response, hostage recovery support, and crisis psychology professionals.
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