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AYC Security, 7280 W Palmetto Park Road, Unit 302N, Boca Raton, FL (2026)

02/20/2025

Rick DeChant Joins AYC Advisory Board

AYC Security is pleased to announced that Mr. Rick DeChant has joined the AYC Security advisory board.

Mr. DeChant brings to AYC Security over 44 years of experience in crisis management, public affairs, military affairs, government affairs, and strategic planning.

Rick served with the Department of Homeland Security as its Assistant Federal Security Director for TSA Operations in Northeast Ohio. During his tenure with the TSA he was awarded both the Department Homeland Security Heroism Award and The Cleveland Police Department 2006 Citizen Heroism Award for helping to subdue an armed gunman at Cleveland Hopkins Airport who had shot and wounded a Cleveland Police officer.

He is retired Commander with 21 years of service in the Coast Guard Reserve, including combat tours in the Middle East for Gulf War I, in Haiti in 1994, and again when he served in Iraq and Kuwait for Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003/2004. In recognition of his military service, his work in homeland security, and his efforts in veteran education issues, Rick was inducted into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame on November 9, 2017, and was awarded The America Nationalities Movement Freedom Award in 2019.

For twelve years Rick served as the Executive Director of the Tri-C Veterans Initiative where he provided overall leadership, direction, and coordination for all Veterans Services initiatives within Cuyahoga Community College. Under his direction the Veterans Initiative generated $25 million in GI Bill and other military tuition revenue for the College.

Rick holds a BA in Communications from John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio. He and his wife of 44 years, Sharon, reside in Fairview Park, Ohio and are the parents of two grown children.

Professional associations and awards include:

• Department of Homeland Security - Secretary’s Award for Heroism (airport police officer shooting incident);

• Cleveland Police Department Citizens Award for Heroism (airport police officer shooting incident);

• Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal (Iraqi Freedom service)

• Coast Guard Commendation Medal (4)

• Coast Guard Achievement Medal (4)

• Coast Guard Commandant’s Letter of Commendation (3)

• Department of Transportation 9-11 Medal (reported the day of the attacks)

• US Global War on Terrorism Medal (Operation Noble Eagle)

• International Global War on Terrorism Medal (Operation Iraqi Freedom)

• National Defense Medal (2)

• Liberation of Kuwait Medal

• Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (Operation Uphold Democracy - Haiti)

• Humanitarian Service Medal

• Presidential Citation Medal (USCG Hurricane Katrina Operations)

• Coast Guard Special Operations Ribbon (Exxon Valdez spill)

• USCG Reserve Officer of the Year/Great Lakes Region (1995)

• Board Member – The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame

• Board Member – The Cleveland Police Foundation

• Advisory Board Member – Greater Cleveland Fisher House

• Board Member - NEOVETS

• Board Member – Louis Stokes VAMC Education & Research Foundation

• Past Co-Chair - Ohio Department of Higher Education/Military Implementation Team

• Voting Rights Institute of Ohio – Veterans Advisory Committee

• Past President, Board of Directors – USO of Northern Ohio

• Life Member, Veterans of Foreign Wars (Post 9693);

• Life Member Reserve Officers Association;

• Life Member, Coast Guard Combat Veterans Association;

• Member, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America;

• Member United States Navy League;

• The Press Club of Cleveland;

• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – Northern Ohio Chapter (1998 – 2001)

• Ohio PTA (awarded honorary life membership in 1997) Awards/Military Decorations:

• Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame – 2017 inductee

• American Nationalities Movement – Freedom Award 2019

• Coast Guard Alex Haley Award Recipient - 1990 (outstanding service in USCG Public Affairs)

01/19/2025

AYC Security welcomes Aws Maliki as the Vice-President of our procurement division. The AYC procurement division provide a wide range of defense, security, and law enforcement procurement solutions, from advanced weaponry and vehicles to electronic systems and communication gear.

Aws Maliki is a highly accomplished professional with a unique blend of expertise in both International Trade Compliance and military service. This diverse background equips him with a unique perspective and a valuable skillset that transcends traditional boundaries.

Prior to joining AYC Security, Mr. Maliki served as a Senior International Trade Compliance Specialist within the military aerospace industry. In this role, he demonstrated a deep understanding of complex export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). He possesses a strong analytical mind and meticulous attention to detail, allowing him to effectively navigate the intricate landscape of trade compliance while ensuring strict adherence to all applicable laws.

Mr. Maliki's professional journey is further enriched by his prior service as a Combat Translator in Iraq. Mr. Maliki's military experience, combined with his expertise in International Trade Compliance, provides him with a unique and valuable perspective. He possesses a deep understanding of both national security concerns and the complexities of international trade, allowing him to effectively assess risks and mitigate potential compliance issues.

01/05/2025

AYC General Counsel Invited to Speak to the Rotary Club of Cleveland

Daniel Sommers, AYC Security's General Counsel, has been invited to speak to the Rotary Club of Cleveland on January 9th. Mr. Sommers will provide an overview of security in a business context, touching upon the following points:

- The recent shooting of the United HealthCare CEO in NYC
- The importance of intelligence functions in corporate security
- A company's duty of care to its employees
- The impact of security measures on employee morale and company culture
- The effect of attacks on legal liability, insurance liability, and share value

If you are in the area and wish to attend, please e-mail [email protected].

12/31/2024

Wishing all of our clients, employees, and friends a very happy new year. May you all be blessed with much wealth, health, and happiness in 2025.

12/17/2024

AYC Security Welcomes Byron Childs

AYC is pleased to announce that Byron Childs has joined our team as a Client Account Manager and our Ohio Operations Director.

With over 20 years of experience in law enforcement, tactical operations, and customer-focused service, Byron is a seasoned professional dedicated to ensuring safety, security, and client satisfaction. Currently a commissioned peace officer and tactical instructor, Byron has built a career marked by excellence in operational security, specialized training, and community engagement.

Byron’s law enforcement career spans over 13 years, including distinguished service on a regional SWAT team. He has participated in high-stakes tactical operations such as high-risk search warrants and protection details for political figures, honing his expertise in operational planning, situational awareness, and crisis management. As a Certified Fi****ms Instructor and Armorer, Byron trains officers and security personnel in advanced tactics, including red-dot pistol systems, CQB/CQC techniques, vehicle dynamics, and force-on-force scenarios.

In his current role, Byron extends his expertise beyond active duty by coordinating security for special events and providing secure transport services. He serves as a liaison to outside agencies, ensuring seamless collaboration for high-profile events and operations. His commitment to training is evident in his role as an instructor at a private training company, where he equips law enforcement and civilians with the skills needed for safe and effective firearm use.

Byron’s dedication to community engagement is exemplified through his founding and coaching of a high school shooting team, now entering its fourth season, and his leadership in youth sports programs such as junior high football. His mentorship has fostered responsibility, discipline, and teamwork among the next generation.

Known for his professionalism, adaptability, and client-first approach, Byron consistently delivers tailored security solutions that prioritize safety and reliability. His extensive experience and unwavering commitment make him a trusted expert in safeguarding clients and mitigating risks in both routine and high-pressure scenarios.

Key Skills & Certifications:
- Law Enforcement Operations & SWAT Expertise

- Certified Fi****ms Instructor & Tactical Trainer

- Crisis Management & Tactical Planning

- Secure Transport & Event Security Coordination

- Community Leadership & Youth Mentorship

Byron Childs’ exceptional combination of tactical expertise and dedication to client service makes him a trusted asset for those seeking comprehensive security solutions.

09/25/2024

With great success in the areas of physical security, security consulting, and security training, AYC Security is pleased to announce the launch of its intelligence division, AYC Intelligence (AYC-I).

Focusing initially on tactical intelligence for private actors and businesses (e.g., surveillance, technical surveillance countermeasures, corporate intelligence, etc.), AYC-I leverages the decades of experience in law enforcement, law, and intelligence work that resides in our management team to provide world class intelligence product to those we serve.

Eventually, as this division grows, our strategic plan envisions the activation of operational and strategic intelligence services, to eventually provide a full spectrum intelligence function for our clients.

Please visit us again soon for the publication of the AYC-I section of our website. If you or your business has need of investigative or intelligence services, please contact us at [email protected].

05/27/2024

At AYC Security we remember and honor those who have served, and sacrificed, for this great nation. To all who have worn the uniform: thank you.

04/10/2024

AYC Security is pleased to announce that Robert Leonhard, Ph.D, Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.), USA has joined the AYC Security advisory board.

Mr. Leonhard joined the United States Army in 1979, and over the course of his career served as an infantry officer, planner, strategist, and combat developer. He has led units from platoon through battalion level, and served in Operation Desert Storm in a mechanized infantry task force. Working as a combat developer at the Infantry School, he later helped coordinate the Digital Division exercises at Fort Hood. He then trained as a war planner at the School of Advanced Military Studies and served as Chief of Plans, 4th Infantry Division.

Shortly after leaving the Army, Mr. Leonhard began working for the Central Intelligence Agency providing instruction in joint operations and future warfare to defense analysts from various US government agencies, including the CIA, DIA, the military services, and others. He continues in this position to this day.

From 2001 to 2004, Mr. Leonhard worked at Joint Forces Command, where he wrote the Joint Operational Warfighting Concept for Joint Forces Command, J9. He developed the main ideas of warfighting culture, complex-adaptive-systems, singular battlespace, future operations, and adaptive command.

Beginning in 2004, Mr. Leonhard began working at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory as a senior research analyst. In that capacity he created scenarios in support of Naval Expeditionary Health Service Support; designed a simulation of Customs and Border Protection operations; designed wargames for EUCOM logistics and force deployment and for AFRICOM strategy and operations; led policy wargames for OSD-Policy; designed and conducted logistics wargames for EUCOM; and much more.

Mr. Leonhard received his Ph.D in early United States history from West Virginia University, and has a master of arts in military arts and sciences and a master of science degree in international relations.

PUBLICATIONS

Books:
The Art of Maneuver: maneuver warfare theory and AirLand Battle. Novato, CA: Presidio Press, 1991.

Fighting by Minutes: time and the art of war. New York: Praeger, 1994.

The Principles of War for the Information Age. Novato, CA: 1998.

Essays:
“Little Green Men: a Primer on Russian Irregular Warfare in Ukraine, 2013-14” JHUAPL, 2015.

“The Defense of Battle Position Duffer: Cyber-Enabled Maneuver in the Multidomain Battle.” JHUAPL/Asymmetric Warfare Group, 2017.

“Fostering Effective Counter-Unconventional Warfare and Occupation” JHUAPL, 2014

“The Evolution of Strategy in the Global War on Terror, Parts I & II” JHUAPL, 2005-06.

“The China Relief Expedition: Joint Coalition Warfare in China, 1900” JHUAPL 2007.

“Visions of Apocalypse: What Jews, Christians, and Muslims Believe About The End Times, and How Those Beliefs Affect Our World” JHUAPL, 2009.

Articles:
“Sun Tzu’s Bad Advice: Urban warfare in the information age”, Army. (TBP)

“The Factors of Conflict in the Early 21st Century”, Army. Washington DC: AUSA, Jan, 2003.

“The Sine Wave of Command”, Army. Nov, 2002.

“Classical Fire Support Vs. Parallel Fires”, Army. Apr, 2001.

“Garcia Who? A Crisis in Command Guidance”, Army. 2000.

“The Death of Mission Tactics”, Army. 1993.

“Physical Training for the Information Age”, Army. Nov, 1997.

“The Man in the Light Theory”, Army, Feb, 1997.

Concepts:
Joint Operational Warfighting Concept Suffolk: Joint Forces Command, 2002.

TRADOC Pamphlet 525-5, Capstone Operational Concept, Fort Monroe: 1998.

03/18/2024

AYC Security Welcomes Lieutenant General Stacy Clardy, USMC, Retired

Stacy Clardy is a retired U.S. Marine Corps lieutenant general who uses his experience, knowledge, and skills to help others and promote growth. Whether in service within the public or private sectors, he assists a wide range of organizations in overcoming challenges, taking advantage of opportunities, reaching goals, and achieving excellence. He is an infantry officer with over 38 years of service and command experience from platoon to marine expeditionary force level. As a result, Stacy is an expert in focusing on and harnessing the power of people in diverse organizations, building high-performance teams and partnerships, creating successful strategies, developing cultures of innovation, improving decision-making processes, and exceeding expectations.

In support of national security objectives, Stacy successfully led countless organizations in the throes of change and engaged in highly competitive environments and war. He supported the U.S. and her allies during multiple tours in the Pentagon, East Asia, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean. In his final military assignment as the Commanding General of III Marine Expeditionary Force, he commanded the largest U.S. Marine Corps force in defense of America's overseas allies and U.S. interests. The most senior Department of Defense military and civilian officials sought his advice on issues as broad as strategic weapons acquisition to sexual assault prevention.

Stacy believes in clearly stating goals, creating positive paths and plans for success, and empowering those responsible with appropriate direction, support, and resources. Most importantly, he values the power of people. He is passionate about personnel and leadership development, training and education, and mentoring at all levels. Stacy strives to broaden his theoretical and applicable knowledge in many professional and personal endeavors. He is at his best when breaking new ground or old norms and energizing teams to collaborate and innovate.

He is available as an executive coach, mentor, negotiator, speaker, and facilitator.

02/07/2024

AYC Security USA is pleased to welcome Mr. Kristopher Doelitsch to our team in a sales and client relations capacity for the state of Florida.

Kristopher Doelitsch is a U.S. Veteran with nearly 22 years of service in the U.S. Coast Guard. With a distinguished background in Maritime Law Enforcement with assignments that included Deputy Chief of Police and as a Team Leader and Assistant Officer in Charge within the Specialized Forces. He specialized in Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection, Critical Infrastructure/Key Resources, Ports Waterways & Coastal Security, Counter Narcotics, Counter Terrorism, and Countering Transnational Organized Crime.

Kristopher exhibits a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to excellence. His core values are Service, Competence, and Quality. He plays a pivotal role in relationship management by fostering collaboration and driving success. With his outstanding skills and unwavering commitment to AYC's mission, Kristopher is instrumental in our pursuit of excellence in Protecting Tomorrow, Today.

02/04/2024

Retired Lieutenant-Colonel James MacMillan, Canadian Armed Forces, Joins the AYC Security Advisory Board

AYC Security is honored to have retired Lieutenant-Colonel James MacMillan, formerly of the Canadian Army, join the AYC Security advisory board.

Mr. MacMillan has practiced law for nearly four decades and served as an officer in the Canadian Armed Forces for more than thirty years.

In these roles he has been involved in simple and complex investigations on subjects ranging from professional and sexual misconduct, to missing weapons, suicides and collisions at sea.

The AYC Security advisory board is comprised of highly successful individuals from a range of military, law enforcement, legal, medical, and business fields. We are are pleased that Mr. MacMillan has decided that AYC Security is worthy of his support.

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