Our Lead Instructor, Chris Ragone, began his career in executive protection in 2005. For over 20 years, he has worked in over two dozen US cities as well as numerous foreign countries personally guarding national news personalities, professional athletes, Hollywood actors, CEOs of fortune 500 companies, the Prime Minister of Kurdistan and dozens of members of the Royal family of Saudi Arabia.
His company, Executive Security Concepts, has grown to a multi-million dollar security provider employing numerous employees and subcontractors. ESC continues to grow while creating many opportunities for experienced and entry level executive protection agents.
Chris also brings a vast knowledge of empty hand defensive tactics developed for executive protection agents. He has attained the rank of 8th degree asst professor in Kempo Karate, teaching hundreds of students since 1982 as well as developing many defensive tactics programs for civilians, law enforcement professionals and military units.
Chris and his wife and ESC co-owner Tracie are both veterans of the United States Navy.