Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Scenario Planning with a Leading Expert in Mobile Security Deployments Frederic (Fred) Piry sheds light on the crisis in Ukraine and ​​how corporate security is responding to support evacuees. As Managing Director and Co-Owner of Active Crisis Consulting, he brings nearly 20 years of experience training thousands of U.S. government and military personnel to get out of the most extreme and unimaginable situations.

Classic Firearms and Neil McLean produce a highly informative video about modern kits, carriers and the latest high speed low drag gear. Check out the full length video where Neil demonstrates how the pros setup their protective gear. Here is the link to the Classic Firearms Youtube page where you can watch the full video.

Active Crisis Consulting welcomes Command Master Chief (ret.) Jim Foreman to the team as a Managing Director of the firm. Jim brings with him more than 30 years of security and military experience. He is a tremendous asset to the company and it is an honor to have him as a valued member of the team. Jim's extensive experience and comprehensive understanding of security, training and executive protection provides the firm's clients with an unmatched level of expertise and service.

Active Crisis Consulting welcomes Pat Capriglione, a 30 year veteran law enforcement, international security, and military training expert to the team. Pat began his career as a U.S. Capitol Police Officer and Detective and spent 23 years as a diplomat and federal agent in the U.S. Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service. Pat was permanently stationed to embassies in Muscat, Beirut, Kuwait, Doha, Seoul and Iraq, the last three as senior advisors to the ambassadors.

WFYL Radio in Philadelphia Invites ACC's Rick Vasquez to Join Mike G in the Morning to speak about firearms and security. If you were unable to tune in live in Philadelphia then you can tune in here and listen to the entire show.

Rick Vasquez Managing Director of Active Crisis Consulting and international firearms expert testified in front of the U.S. Senate on Tuesday May 11, 2021 on behalf of the Office of U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (Texas). His testimony was provided to the Committee of the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution regarding gun violence and ghost guns. Please follow this link to listen to a recording of this important testimony.

Active Crisis Consulting Managing Director and international firearms expert Rick Vasquez has been asked by the Office of U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (Texas) to testify in front of the Committee of the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution regarding gun violence and ghost guns. Tune in tomorrow to hear his testimony live by following the link...

ACC Managing Director Neil McLean is featured on Classic Firearms where he demonstrates the patented McLean Dynamic Retention Sling (DRS). This innovative design allows for a rapid 1 second transition from a two point sling to a one point sling and back without losing body retention. The ability to shoot offhanded, around objects and handle prisoners without compromising the convenience of a two point sling for climbing obstacles makes this design truly unique.

Active Crisis Consulting welcomes Neil McLean as their newest Managing Director. Neil joins ACC after serving 11 years as a U.S. Navy Seal. We are confident that Neil will be a tremendous asset to our Security, Government Services and High Risk Training Teams.

Richard W. Marianos Retired- Assistant Director Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Professor Georgetown University Washington DC Member IACP Member Police Executive Research Forum

If you’re in trouble, even in the most intricate of situations, there’s a high likelihood that Frederic (Fred) Piry can think of a way out. With a background working in Mobile Security Deployments (MSD) — the 911 for diplomatic security — Fred has quite literally moved mountains to get protectees out of unimaginable situations. In this episode, Fred discusses the crisis management work he helps lead at Active Crisis Consulting, which which includes custom security assessments and training.

EXCLUSIVE: Why the ATF Targeted the Q Honey Badger (and Other Stuff) WE SPOKE WITH THE FORMER ACTING CHIEF OF THE ATF'S FIREARMS TECHNOLOGY BRANCH TO FIND OUT WHY THE ATF IS QUIETLY WAGING WAR ON THE Q HONEY BADGER

Rick Vasquez, Managing Director of Active Crisis Consulting joins Gun Freedom Radio to discuss safety and security in today's world. Tune in to the episode here to listen in on this important discussion.

Active Crisis Consulting is pleased to welcome Gary Sheppard to the team. Gary brings with him years of experience with the diplomatic security service.

Rick Vasquez, Managing Director of Active Crisis Consulting joins Arsenal for a Podcast in Las Vegas Nevada. Be Ready. Be Safe! #arsenal

Rick Vasquez and Fred Piry discuss the Pandemic crisis and what to expect based on their extensive federal government and military experience. They also discuss Active Crisis Consulting and our specialized pandemic response services. Watch the full podcast here...

K-Var interviews Rick Vasquez at the SHOT Show about the latest firearms regulatory and product issues. Watch the full interview here:

Active Crisis Consulting firearms expert, Rick Vasquez, testified on behalf of William Hyme in supposed shooting across property lines. Our experts disproved the crime scene investigator's analysis of the shooting and provided the defense attorney the expert testimony necessary to get a not guilty verdict.

Active Crisis Consulting is pleased to welcome Michael E. Thornton to our leadership team. Mr. Thornton's service to this country, and his courage and leadership under fire are well-known throughout the military and the special warfare community. We consider it to be a great priviledge to have Mr. Thornton on our team and have no doubt that our organization will benefit tremendously from the experience, leadership and honor that Mr. Thornton brings with him to Active Crisis Consulting.

Active Crisis Consulting welcomes Frederic M. Piry, MPA to the team. Mr. Piry has had a long and distinguished career working with the government and defense industry. His experience in program management and developing training programs will provide ACC with tremendous capabilities at home and abroad. Mr. Piry is an industry trailblazer and we are excited to include him as a valued member of our company and our leadership team.

Active Crisis Consulting welcomes Casey Pfortmiller to the team. Mr. Pfortmiller brings with him tremendous operational experience that was earned through years of international deployment. Mr. Pfortmiller will add significant depth to the Active Crisis Consulting training programs and tactical capabilities.

Active Crisis Consulting welcomes security and anti-terrorism expert Dr. Scott Nichol CAS CHPP CEM to the ACC team. Dr. Scott brings with him years of experience with the U.S. Navy, Department of Homeland Security, as a Staff Advisor to the Office of the Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS at the United States Department of State. Dr. Scott will play a key role in ACC's leadership team and augment all aspects our our security capabilities.

Active Crisis Consulting welcomes security expert Thomas Vaughan to the ACC team. Thomas brings with him years of DoD physical and information security experience. Thomas has also worked closely with defense contractors and cleared industry to train Facility Security Officers and assist them with NISPOM compliance. Active Crisis Consulting plans to use Tom's experience to help augment their active shooter prevention programs and strengthen its corporate security team.

In light of the recent tragic events in El Paso and Dayton, Rick Vasquez shares his experiences as a federal agent and the importance of preparing for violence and terrorism.

By Ben Kesling and Zusha Elinson Aug. 5, 2019 6:44 pm ET The gunman who killed nine and wounded at least 27 in Dayton, Ohio, used an AR-15 style pistol in his attack, according to police, a smaller variation on the popular gun that has been used in many of the deadliest mass shootings. The pistol, which has grown in popularity as major gun manufacturers started...

Three mass shootings that killed 34 people over the past week involved semi-automatic weapons and magazines capable of holding dozens of bullets — all of which were legal to purchase by the shooters. In Dayton, police said Sunday afternoon the shooter legally purchased his .223-caliber rifle online then had it transferred to a local arms dealer. Police said he affixed the rifle with a 100-round drum magazine and was carrying 250 rounds with him. In El Paso, it's believed the shooter used an...

Winchester, VA/Press/May 16, 2019 – Richard Vasquez Firearms Consultant of Rick Vasquez Firearms LLC was recognized as a Top Professional of North America 2019 – 2020 by The Who’s Who Directories.

CEO Money Streamed live on May 17, 2019 Rick is a National and Internationally recognized firearms expert with 40 years’ of Federal government experience who began his career as a United States Marine in 1974. Over his 21 year career in the Marines, Rick received training as a basic armorer and as an advanced gunsmith at the precision weapons shop in Quantico, Va, where Rick subsequently served as the chief instructor of the facility. During his tenure at the Marine Corps, he was the representative that ensured the introduction of the M16A2 into the hands of the 6th Marine Regiment, coordinated the implementation and development of the Barrett .50 caliber sniper rifle and deployed to Colombia and developed armorer training for the Colombian Marines.

On today's show at 4:15pm Central we will be speaking with Rick Vasquez, General Manager at Active Crisis, on the topic of Training Processes...

Why Is The ATF Making Secret Rules For The Firearms Industry? Ted Bromund Ted Bromund Contributor Policy Federal rulemaking should be open and transparent Government shouldn’t play favorites — which is exactly what the ATF risks doing by ruling by private letter

DALLAS, TX April 11, 2019. With over 100 years of combined experience in security, training, and defense services, Active Crisis Consulting is an expert in crisis management (https://activecrisis.com).This team of professionals is ready to prepare you, your family, and your business with the necessary skills to face a potentially threatening situation.