William Nelson has over 30 years of experience in security, law enforcement, emergency response, and military service. He currently operates two security firms and a martial arts studio. Previous roles include positions with the Richmond Police Department, United States Marine Corps, Medical College of Virginia, and several transportation companies. Nelson has extensive training and certifications in security, law enforcement, emergency response, and martial arts instruction. He holds an Associate's degree and certifications from the Department of Criminal Justice Services, FEMA, ATF, IRS, and other organizations.

1. Resume
William Nelson
Office (804) 859-1966
Cell (804) 277-4433
Objective: To operate a security firm with finesse, honesty and integrity. Promote
professional and technical growth as an entrepreneur, leader, mentor
and advisor.
Employment Experience:
January 2011 – Present: Discrete Executive Protection Security
Service LLC - CEO
A professional Personal Protection Specialist / Security Officer who is
NIMS certified 100/IS, 200/IS, 700/IS, 800/IS and Community
Emergency Response Team, Shelter Operations Workshop trained under
Emergency Management, CPR/AED trained thru The Red Cross.
Certified using the Glock .40 caliber, shot gun with proficiency and
Arrest Authority. Certified in Hand to Hand Combat as at Grandmaster
Instructor. SDVOB and SWaM Certified.
January 2010 – Present: Q.U.I. Martial Arts Studio – CEO.
A professional Instructor and Mentor of mentally handicapped students.
Responsible for training and promoting health and wellness for any
and all students under instruction.
February 2009 – January 2010: Top Dollar Transportation.
A state certified professional operator for LogistaCare who is responsible
for transporting handicapped clients. I am CPR certified.
June 2008 – January 2009: Call My Chauffeur Inc.
A professional operator for a limousine company with numerous hours of
driving experience. Used etiquette and chauffeur skills while operating
in a professional manner.

2. May 2007 – June 2008: James Limousine.
A professional operator for a limousine company with numerous hours of
driving experience. Used etiquette and chauffeur skills while operating
in a professional manner.
February 1997 – May 2007: Richmond Police Department.
Seek to improve the quality of life for residents of Richmond through a
proactive team approach through timely innovative intervention in
community problems. Served as an Honor/Burial Guard with professional
and military courtesy. Trained in Evasive Vehicle Operation and Control,
Raid and Crowd Control, Baton, Shield, NIMS and C.E.R.T. certified
while Armed.
June 1992 – April 2004: United States Marine Corps.
Served as a Staff Non-Commissioned Officer for a professional team.
Assisted and trained members that organize, plan, lead and execute
in a timely manner. Served as an Honor/Burial Guard, trained in Infantry,
Artillery, Supervisor of Security/Satellite Communications/Encryption,
Military Operation Urban Training, Forward Observer/Scout, Cold
Weather, Firefighter, Nuclear Biological Chemical Warfare and Martial
Arts Instructor. I have a Secured Background, Honorable Discharge and
Associates Degree.
February 1987 – June 1992: Medical College of Virginia.
Trained with professional members in the medical field to save lives and
and perform duties in a professional way. Trained in CPR, Emergency
Response and served as an Ambulance Operator.

3. Education Background:
Q.U.I. Martial Arts Studio, Richmond, Virginia
1983 -2011
John Marshall – Walker High School, Richmond, Virginia
1986 Graduate
Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
1987 (Emergency Medical)
United States Marine Corps, Parris Island, North Carolina
1992 Graduate
United States Marine Corps, Mohave, California
1992 Graduate
United States Marine Corps University, Camp Crowder, Missouri
1994 -2000 Graduate
Richmond Police Department, Richmond, Virginia
1997 Graduate
Financial Investigative Techniques- IRS, Richmond Virginia
2001 Graduate
Firearms Recovery and Street Enforcement Tactics- ATF
2004 Graduate
National Incident Management Systems, Richmond, Virginia
2005-2012 Graduate
Community Emergency Response Team – FEMA, Richmond, Virginia
2005-2012 Graduate
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26 Eastern Masonic District, Hobson Lodge #23, Richmond, Virginia
2005
Boaz and Ruth Mentor Program, Richmond Police, Richmond, Virginia
2007 Graduate
LogistaCare, Richmond,Virginia
2009 Graduate
Department of Criminal Justice Services, Richmond, Virginia
2010 Graduate

4. Board Membership
26th Eastern Masonic District 2005
International Bodyguard and Security Services Association 2011
Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business 2012
Executive Protection Network 2011
Latin America Executive Protection Professionals 2012
American Board of Certification in Dignitary and Executive Protection 2011
Marine Corps Executive Group 2011
C.E.R.T. Advisory Group 2011
American Red Cross 2011
The Department of the U.S. Rangers 2012

5. References
Jacqueline Parker- Magistrate
804 691-4972
Anthony McLean- CERT Coordinator
804 646 -6287
Phil Brunson- Private Investigator
804 869 -5301
Thurman Smith- Entrepreneur CEO
804 222 -2530
Hanaan Khabir- Entrepreneur CEO
804 253 -7082
Dan Meadows- Author/Producer
716 545 - 2309