Bill Cousins

Bill Cousins is a security consultant and former law enforcement commander. He advises clients on risk mitigation, crisis response, and venue protection. His work spans sports arenas, public facilities, and high-risk commercial environments, focusing on safeguarding people, assets, and operations.

Practice Areas

Security Operations
Risk Assessment
Emergency Planning

Academic Background

University of Cincinnati (B.S., Criminal Justice)
Michigan State University (M.S., Criminal Justice)
Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy

Location

Lake Orion, MI 48361

Bill Cousins is a national security strategist with extensive experience in dignitary protection, threat management, and public safety operations. His career spans leadership positions across law enforcement, government agencies, and corporate consulting, where he has specialized in high-threat venue protection, risk-based vulnerability assessments, and executive transportation logistics.

He previously served as a senior law enforcement executive and has operated within both federal and international jurisdictions. His expertise includes incident management, counterterrorism preparedness, and complex event security planning. Bill has developed protective strategies for political figures, celebrities, and corporate executives while ensuring full compliance with state and federal regulatory standards.

As a board-certified security professional, Bill is credentialed in emergency response planning, threat mitigation, and infrastructure protection. He brings a deep understanding of civil unrest preparedness, workplace violence prevention, and site-specific evacuation protocols. His work in training, assessments, and private-sector consulting has made him a sought-after subject matter expert among global clients seeking elite-level protection and operational efficiency.

Bill has cultivated a national reputation through decades of distinguished public service, leadership, and investigative roles across multiple security sectors.

Supervised High-Profile Security Projects for Major Casinos, Resorts, and Entertainment Districts
Consultant for Threat Management, Emergency Response, and Complex Incident Readiness
Former Director of Security Operations, Fortune 500 Company Risk Management Division
Led Strategic Planning Initiatives for Active Shooter and Critical Incident Mitigation

Bill continues to shape private and public safety programs across the U.S. using field-tested protocols and dynamic prevention strategies. His work includes comprehensive security assessments, procedural audits, and hands-on collaboration with law enforcement to reduce vulnerabilities and mitigate liabilities.

Having held command positions with responsibility for investigations, protective services, and corporate preparedness, Bill remains a trusted expert for venue security compliance, operational audits, and threat deterrence planning nationwide.

Bill’s achievements span federal law enforcement, national security consulting, and private sector leadership. He is widely recognized for his strategic contributions to high-risk infrastructure, dignitary protection, and organizational security compliance. As a Certified Protection Professional, he brings credentialed expertise to complex operational challenges and continues to mentor rising professionals across security disciplines.

Certified Protection Professional, ASIS International Board Certified Security Expert
Graduate, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Department of Homeland Security
Recipient, State Department Honors for Diplomatic Security Leadership and Readiness
Advisor, Executive Protection Planning for Domestic and International Missions
Former Chief of Security Services, High-Risk Venue Security Operations
Awarded Distinction in Counterterrorism Program Coordination, U.S. Government Operations
Featured Subject Matter Expert, Risk-Based Security Assessments and Facility Design Standards