Dpsgus

Dignitary Protection & Security Group (DPSG) operates as a licensed security firm (NC License #2028-GP) serving the Charlotte metro region. The company specializes in high-profile protection work, but also offers firearms training through their affiliated Derecho Investigations.

DPSG handles security for: - Business owners and executives - Celebrities and public figures - Politicians and foreign officials - Event coordinators and venues - Residential and commercial properties

Executive & Dignitary Protection Full protective operations for executives, key personnel, and high-profile clients. Includes protective travel coverage, office security, and home protection.

Uniformed & Armed Protection Teams Hand-picked former law enforcement and military personnel, all rigorously vetted. Services include: - Armed guards - Uniformed security officers - Plainclothes security - Counter Assault Teams and Quick Reaction Forces - Special Response Teams for threat extraction - EMT Personnel & Paramedics - K9 Teams

Site Surveys Comprehensive security evaluations for residential and commercial properties covering: - Perimeters and approaches - Landscaping and lighting effectiveness - Existing security systems and cameras - Internal defenses and barriers - Contingency planning

Threat Assessments & Surveillance Detailed threat analysis including review of known threats, social media monitoring, unusual contacts, and telecommunications anomalies. DPSG conducts counter-surveillance sweeps for electronic devices in homes, offices, vehicles, phones, and computers.

Counter-Stalking Operations Specialized teams to identify and stop stalkers. Services include surveillance detection, behavioral analysis, and relief for victims and their families.

Special Events Security Full-spectrum event protection: - Transportation and accommodation vetting - Security escort services - Front-door concierge security - Vendor and catering background checks - Personnel screening - Metal detectors and X-ray scanning equipment - Behavioral threat assessment - Vehicle inspection protocols

Advance Operations & Logistics Pre-event security planning including personnel placement, itinerary review, site evaluations, and contingency planning for public and private events.

Transportation & Safe Housing Secure travel coordination with route surveys, primary/secondary/tertiary routes, itinerary management, and anonymous or untraceable temporary housing.

Personnel Background Checks Vetting of support staff and personnel through fingerprinting, psychological profiles, reliability assessments, and morality summaries.

Course Details: - Cost: $125 (one-time fee includes classroom, range time, and target) - Duration: Full Saturday (all-day course) - Classroom Location: Premier Training Academy, 5624 Executive Center Drive, Suite 142, Charlotte, NC 28212 - Range Location: Eagle Gun Range, 3789 Roberta Church Rd., Concord, NC 28027 - What's Included: NC handgun law book (yours to keep), classroom instruction, range time, target, and U.S. Lawshield insurance presentation

Requirements: - Must be 21+ years old - Must be able to lawfully purchase a firearm - No felony convictions (or rights restored) - Cannot be under influence of drugs/alcohol - Must be physically capable of holding and firing a weapon - Must understand English and follow commands - Must bring own firearm with 40 rounds OR rent one for $10 (ammo included)

Course Structure: - Morning: Classroom instruction on NC firearm laws, deadly force use, carry locations, and legal responsibilities - Afternoon: Gun range qualification with safety video, instruction on firing positions, stance, and aim improvement - Insurance Presentation: U.S. Lawshield covers liability questions and legal defense scenarios

Important Notes: - Arrive 15 minutes early; late arrivals may not be allowed - No phones, electronics during class (vibrate only) - Gun range rental available if you don't own a firearm - Can bring your own gun and rent for practice rounds (bring extra ammo) - No guests, children, or animals allowed - All firearms must be unloaded and cased before entering classroom or range

Owned by Ron Mann, DPSG is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. The team consists of former law enforcement and military specialists trained in threat assessment, protective operations, and security planning. They're members of: - ASIS International - National Association of Professional Process Servers - Metrolina Paralegal Association

"DPSG are consummate professionals. Their team blended in with the crowd and you would never notice them if you were not aware they were there. As a result of their scanning and crowd control we were able to have a great rally without incident." – Parker B.