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Phil Selton

With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Phil Selton is the Chief Executive Officer of Lockdown Experts. As a former senior executive at the FBI, Selton’s leadership is informed by his distinguished roles in the private sector and federal government. Notably, his tenure as a Deputy Director of Intelligence in the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and as an FBI Special Agent in Charge showcases his unwavering dedication to national security and counterterrorism.

As CEO, Phil leverages his experience leading private-sector organizations to drive the integration of cutting-edge technologies like AI/ML and cybersecurity with intelligence, fostering continual advancements in Lockdown Experts’ security and training solutions. This strategic fusion significantly strengthens the company’s ability to deter active shooter threats, solidifying its position as an industry trailblazer in proactive security measures against gun violence incidents. Through his guidance, the company continually innovates, ensuring it remains at the forefront of safeguarding people against evolving security challenges and active shooter threat landscapes.

Phil is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., with a Bachelor of Science in International Relations and National Security Studies.