DANVILLE, CA – World-class executive protection and corporate risk management firm Cooke and Associates, Inc. (CAI) has announced the addition of Dave Komendat, who recently retired as Chief Security Officer of The Boeing Company, to its Advisory Board. Komendat will serve alongside renowned executive protection professional and trainer Robert L. Oatman, CPP, who serves as Board Chair and Michael Gips, JD, CPP, CSyP, principal of Global Insights in Professional Security, a highly regarded security expert and former Chief Global Knowledge & Learning Officer at ASIS International.
Operating in almost 50 countries, CAI specializes in protecting family offices, CEOs and prominent high net worth individuals. The firm prides itself on understanding the wants and needs of the most discerning clients and cultivating relationships with singular attention.CAI excels in logistics and fine details, ensuring that lifestyle and culture balance perfectly with safety and security. CEO Harry Arruda established CAI’s advisory board in June 2022.
Komendat, who retired from Boeing at the end of 2022 after a 14-year stint at the helm of its global security program, has been recognized as one of the profession’s greatest leaders and influencers. At Boeing, he oversaw everything from aviation security and strategic intelligence to business continuity and executive protection.He served as the Private Sector Co-Chairman for the Domestic Security Alliance Council (DSAC) and previously served as a member of the Threats and Information Committee for the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC). Komendat also serves on the boards of Hostage U.S., International Security Foundation and the Domestic Security Partnership. In 2018, he received the Director’s Award for Exceptional Public Service from FBI Director Christopher Wray. He recently established the consultancy DSKomendat Risk Management Services.
“Adding such a great talent and consummate professional as Dave represents the capstone to CAI’s advisory board,” said Arruda. “Dave has thrived in one of the highest profile and most demanding corporate security positions out there. “His experience developing and operating a world class executive protection program will provide invaluable insight and inspiration as CAI continues to strategically grow while remaining true to our mission of providing impeccable service.”
“It’s truly an honor to be able to help Harry help set the company’s direction and introduce more organization to CAI,” added Komendat. “There’s a wide range of executive protection services on the market, but CAI stands above in its standards for professionalism, conduct and expertise. I’m eager to see CAI drive excellence throughout the EP world.”
Fellow Board Members Oatman and Gips both praised the appointment. “Dave is the best of the best of a rare breed,” said Oatman. Gips commented: “To me, Dave has always represented the gold standard of CSOs, so I’m thrilled to serve alongside him.”
About Cooke & Associates, Inc. (CAI)
Cooke & Associates Inc. (CAI) is a global, world class risk mitigation and security solutions provider, dedicated to keeping our clients safe and secure. With decades of cumulative executive security, investigative, law enforcement, and risk mitigation experience, CAI offers best-in-class solutions which exceed industry standards and client expectations. We utilize the latest in corporate security, executive protection, and investigative methods as well as a variety of other proven techniques utilized in today’s industry. CAI has unparalleled expertise dealing with family offices, CEOs, and other prominent, high-net-worth individuals. We pride ourselves on a profound understanding of the wants and needs of the most discerning clients and cultivate relationships with singular attention. CAI’s services allow our sophisticated clientele the ultimate privacy and freedom without sacrificing robust security. We excel in logistics and the finer details, ensuring lifestyle and culture are perfectly balanced with safety and security. Led by a dedicated team of professionals with extensive international experience, CAI uses a mixture of employees and trusted partners to provide clients with a broad range of services and expertise in over 50 countries.
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