JEFF BANMAN
Jeff is a distinguished leader in the field of human dynamics, bringing over 30 years of diverse experience across multiple domains. With an innate ability to craft high-impact learning environments and facilitate powerful conversations, Jeff shapes opportunities for exceptional performance. Known for his charismatic delivery and conversational style, he excels in addressing “uncomfortable conversations” that push individuals and organizations to surpass their perceived limits.
Jeff's extensive background includes serving in the Fire Service, with the 75th Ranger Regiment, and conducting counterterrorism operations in over twenty-three countries for the U.S. Intelligence Community. These experiences have provided him with profound insights into the performance levels required to achieve spectacular results. As a speaker and business leader, Jeff continues to work with members of the Special Operations Command, professional athletes, and business leaders, sharing his expertise and driving excellence.
DREW WILLIAMS
Drew is the owner of Alpha 1* Executive Protection, current Corporate Security Director, and a retired Division / S.W.A.T. Team Commander with over 23 years of progressive law enforcement, tactical, and leadership experience. He was operational at the tactical team level for ten years where he functioned as a grenadier, an entry team member, and later retired as the Senior Team Commander. For nearly two decades, Drew instructed multiple tactical disciplines; emergency vehicle operation, firearms, active shooter, less-lethal munitions, and self-defense tactics. He is a Royce Gracie Brown belt in Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie Survival Tactics Instructor.
Drew was involved in a myriad of tactical deployments such as officer-involved shootings, armed barricades, presidential and elected official executive protection details, civil unrest, violent protests, hostage rescues, and an entire host of other critical incidents.
Additionally, he served as an investigations Commander for the countywide shooting team and was responsible for oversight investigation of numerous officer-involved shootings including one which involved the ambush murder of a fellow officer.
Drew was awarded the Medal of Valor, the Distinguished Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, three Professional Conduct Medals, and a Life-Saving Medal as a result of his actions during serval critical incidents throughout his tenure.