Shane Earls

Shane Earls

Team Leader/Squad Leader

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Internet Sales Manager at Alpha One Ford

  • Education

    • Gavin de Becker Institute

      2015 - 2017
      Physical Security & Protection

      Activities and Societies: Confidentiality, Stress Inoculation, Simulated Combat, Security Technology, Field Medicine, Defensive Tactics, Water Safety & Rescue Techniques, Tactical Firearms, Global Security Operations, Threat Assessment, Information Security & Secrecy, Protectee & Media Interaction, Secure Transportation, Managing Victim Fear, Technology Risks, Bio/Chem Explosives Screening, Protection in Public Environments, Aircraft Emergency Training, Evasive Driving Techniques, Advanced Medical Training - Essential Protection Skills Academy (EPS)A 10 day, 160 hour full-immersion training camp in L.A.- Advance Protection Academy (APS):18 Weeks; Associates operate command centers, perform field details & provide secure transportation for our clients. Associates also continue their training through specially designed online classes, security-specific research projects & logistical planning.- Protection Excellence Academy (PEA)32 Weeks; Focuses on assignments and… Show more - Essential Protection Skills Academy (EPS)A 10 day, 160 hour full-immersion training camp in L.A.- Advance Protection Academy (APS):18 Weeks; Associates operate command centers, perform field details & provide secure transportation for our clients. Associates also continue their training through specially designed online classes, security-specific research projects & logistical planning.- Protection Excellence Academy (PEA)32 Weeks; Focuses on assignments and projects that produce real & relevant experience, these advanced academies are strictly voluntary–therefore those who want to climb towards leadership and management positions in our organization.- Protection Leadership Academy (PLA)40 Weeks; Decision-making exercises from GDBA's history, associates at this Academy can learn from previous mistakes, appreciate the importance of consistent leadership, understand the consequences of poor leadership & come to know the game-changing positive results of effective leadership. Show less

    • West Pike High School

      2001 - 2005
      High School
    • University of Phoenix

      2020 - 2022
      Bachelor's degree Human Resources Management and Services
    • John Wood Community College

      2005 - 2007
      Associate’s Degree Business Administration and Management, General
  • Experience

    • U.S. Army

      Jan 2010 - Oct 2014
      Team Leader/Squad Leader

      - Trained in and taught basic and advanced infantry duties such as patrols, tactics and weapons.- Wrote monthly performance evaluations during time as team leader to help in furthering career development for soldiers. Provided feedback and direction to each soldier on their evaluations. - Supervised and led a team of 4-7 personnel.- Deployed as Team Leader whose platoon was selected to provided security for Battalion and Brigade level leadership during meetings with local leaders while on deployment.- Conducted over 300 combat patrols over two deployments in Afghanistan. - Helped platoon leadership to accomplish team, squad and platoon tasks and training. + Helped with numerous live-fire exercises to include company level training. - Was signed and responsible for over $1 million dollars in equipment without a loss. Show less

    • Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA)

      Aug 2015 - Feb 2020

      - Stayed up-to-date with and ahead of geopolitical events that shape the travel, security, and daily operations of the client. + Monitored NC4 and iJet + 24/7 news monitoring- Provided up-to-date emergency and logistical information to better implement contingency plans for any threat or crisis. + Communicated daily with the client via emails, face to face meetings, or on the phone and kept them up to date of events worldwide that could have had an impact on employee safety and travel. - Managed complex remote monitoring technologies, as well as respond to emergencies on-site. + Monitored over 700 cameras worldwide and over 20 client sites across the world. (exacqVision and NEST) + Monited executive residence houses in and out of country.- Threat Assessment & Risk Analysis: Support risk management teams, writing incident reports, threat assessment casework, and investigations. + Wrote and overseen 100’s of incident and investigation reports. + Gathered information and wrote reports on a countries risk and future events that an employee may be traveling too to help provide context and security measures. - Helped manage the daily activities of a Global Operations Center at a multibillion dollar defense contractor. + Helped write and keep up to date multiple policies and procedures. + Managed and trained over 10 operators during the time. + Worked closely with the client to help ensure the employees safety was a top priority. - Communicated daily with security vendors on employees travel and updates in regards to locations, travel and any possible events/upcoming events that may impact their safety in high risk countries. Show less - Oversee the day to day activities and supervise security operations of the client(s). + Driving the client(s) to and from meetings, work and or airport. + Providing security coverage for client(s) while at public or private events.- Coordinate with management to ensure projects are done in a timely manner. + Weekly and monthly tasks that include various reports. + Ensure team members are compliant and up to date with licences and training. - Communicate directly with the client to ensure that their safety and expectations are met.- Monitor and manage complex monitoring technologies. + 40 cameras monitored (exacqVision) + Motion sensors + Access control system (Toolip) Show less - Stayed up-to-date with and ahead of geopolitical events that shape the travel, security, and daily operations of the client. + Monitored NC4 and iJet + 24/7 news monitoring- Provided up-to-date emergency and logistical information to better implement contingency plans for any threat or crisis. + Communicated daily with the client via emails, face to face meetings, or on the phone and kept them up to date of events worldwide that could have had an impact on employee safety and travel. - Managed complex remote monitoring technologies, as well as respond to emergencies on-site. + Monitored over 700 cameras worldwide and over 20 client sites across the world. (exacqVision and NEST) + Monited executive residence houses in and out of country.- Threat Assessment & Risk Analysis: Support risk management teams, writing incident reports, threat assessment casework, and investigations. + Wrote and overseen 100’s of incident and investigation reports. + Gathered information and wrote reports on a countries risk and future events that an employee may be traveling too to help provide context and security measures. - Helped manage the daily activities of a Global Operations Center at a multibillion dollar defense contractor. + Helped write and keep up to date multiple policies and procedures. + Managed and trained over 10 operators during the time. + Worked closely with the client to help ensure the employees safety was a top priority. - Communicated daily with security vendors on employees travel and updates in regards to locations, travel and any possible events/upcoming events that may impact their safety in high risk countries. Show less

      • Global Security Operations Lead

        Jan 2019 - Feb 2020
      • Security Team Leader

        Aug 2017 - Jan 2019
      • Global Security Operations

        Aug 2015 - Aug 2017
    • LA GRANGE FORD-LINCOLN, L.P.

      Mar 2020 - Jan 2023
      • Finance Manager

        Mar 2022 - Jan 2023
      • Internet Sales Manager

        Mar 2020 - Mar 2022
    • Alpha One Ford

      Jan 2023 - now
      Internet Sales Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Taser Certified

      TASER International
      Jan 2017
    • Firearms Card - California

      Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
      Oct 2019
    • Active Shooter Response

      ALICE Training Institute
      Jun 2016
    • Kidnap for Ransom Prevention

      TAC Group Solutions
      Jan 2017
    • Global Operations Center Advanced Protector Skills Academy

      Gavin de Becker & Associates
      Mar 2016
    • Protection Excellence Academy

      Gavin de Becker & Associates
      Feb 2016
    • Advanced Protection Skills Academy

      Gavin de Becker & Associates
      Sept 2015
    • CPR / AED

      American Heart Association | American Stroke Association
      Nov 2019
    • First Aid

      American Heart Association | American Stroke Association
      Nov 2019
    • Essential Protection Skills Academy

      Gavin de Becker & Associates
      Aug 2015
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Shane Earls
      Emergency Action Award - Dec 2015 This award is given to associates who respond correctly and decisively under stressful and/or unfavorable conditions. This protector stands out as a person who is able to maintain their composure and maintain a sense of trust and confidence with our Principals.
    • Awarded to Shane Earls
      MLARM (Mountain Leaders Advanced Rifle Marksmanship) United States Army May 2013 Taught how to conduct urban operations in various scenarios.Expert in basic rifle marksmanship, short range marksmanship, explosive breaching, and short range battle in a urban environment
    • Awarded to Shane Earls
      Warrior Leader Course United States Army Mar 2013 WLC, formerly called Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC), is the first leadership course Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) attend. WLC is a month-long course that teaches Specialists and Corporals the basic skills to lead small groups of Soldiers. This course is hard hitting and intensive with emphasis on leadership skills and prepares Soldiers to advance to the rank of Sergeant.The course topics include:LeadershipTraining ManagementMap ReadingLand… Show more WLC, formerly called Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC), is the first leadership course Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) attend. WLC is a month-long course that teaches Specialists and Corporals the basic skills to lead small groups of Soldiers. This course is hard hitting and intensive with emphasis on leadership skills and prepares Soldiers to advance to the rank of Sergeant.The course topics include:LeadershipTraining ManagementMap ReadingLand NavigationDrill and CeremonyWarfighting Show less
    • Awarded to Shane Earls
      Warrior Leader Course Commandant's List United States Army Mar 2013 Graduated in the top 10% of class out of 100Presented the Commandant's Inspection award
    • Awarded to Shane Earls
      Air Assault School United States Army Jun 2012 U.S. Army Air Assault School is a 10-day course designed to prepare Soldiers for insertion, evacuation, and pathfinder missions that call for the use of multipurpose transportation and assault helicopters. Air Assault training focuses on the mastery of rappelling techniques and sling load procedures, skills that involve intense concentration and a commitment to safety and preparation.Air Assault training is broken into three phases, each lasting three days: Combat Assault Phase, Sling… Show more U.S. Army Air Assault School is a 10-day course designed to prepare Soldiers for insertion, evacuation, and pathfinder missions that call for the use of multipurpose transportation and assault helicopters. Air Assault training focuses on the mastery of rappelling techniques and sling load procedures, skills that involve intense concentration and a commitment to safety and preparation.Air Assault training is broken into three phases, each lasting three days: Combat Assault Phase, Sling Load Phase, and Rappel Phase. On graduation day, cadets will undergo a 12-mile rucksack march. When they complete the march, they will earn their wings as official Air Assault Soldiers.Air Assault School is necessarily physically and mentally demanding, as Soldiers will be required to handle heavy equipment and perform dangerous tasks under extremely stressful conditions. Successful candidates must possess a keen eye for detail and a dedication to meticulous preparation. Show less
    • Awarded to Shane Earls
      Combat Infantry Badge United States Army May 2011 The Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) is a United States Army military award. The badge is awarded to infantrymen and Special Forces soldiers in the rank of Colonel and below, who personally fought in active ground combat while assigned as members of either an infantry, ranger or Special Forces unit, of brigade size or smaller, any time after 6 December 1941.
    • Awarded to Shane Earls
      Airborne School United States Army Jun 2010 GROUND WEEK- During Ground Week, Soldiers must pass the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). The Ground Week Airborne instruction begins with an intensive program of instruction to build individual Airborne skills. These skills prepare the Soldier to make a parachute jump and land safely. Students train on the mock door, the 34-foot tower and the lateral drift apparatus.TOWER WEEK- Tower Week completes the Soldier's individual skill training and further builds team effort skills… Show more GROUND WEEK- During Ground Week, Soldiers must pass the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). The Ground Week Airborne instruction begins with an intensive program of instruction to build individual Airborne skills. These skills prepare the Soldier to make a parachute jump and land safely. Students train on the mock door, the 34-foot tower and the lateral drift apparatus.TOWER WEEK- Tower Week completes the Soldier's individual skill training and further builds team effort skills. To go forward to Jump Week, Soldiers must qualify on the Swing Lander Trainer (SLT), master the mass exit procedures from the 34-foot tower, gain canopy confidence and learn how to manipulate the parachute from the 250-foot tower, and pass all physical training requirements.JUMP WEEK- Successful completion of the previous weeks of training prepares Soldiers for Jump Week. During Jump Week, Soldiers must successfully complete five jumps at 1,250 feet from a C-130 or C-17 aircraft. Paratroopers who successfully meet course requirements are granted an additional skill identifier and are authorized to wear the coveted "Silver Wing" on their uniform. Show less