Kevin Martin
Disputanta
Summary
Highly skilled K9 Private Contractor with a proven track record of success in narcotics and EDD contracts, including high-profile events like the NBA Allstar game and Taylor Swift Concert. At AK9I, led initiatives that significantly improved process efficiency and client satisfaction. Great in safety compliance and incident management, demonstrating exceptional decision-making and teamwork. Achieved numerous successful finds, showcasing discipline and focus. Have Instructed many dog owners in taking care of their pets by teaching them the basics and showing them how to care for their pet beyond their expectations. Have prevented many families from getting rid of their loved ones by giving them a means to make their lives 100 percent better for everyone involved.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
K9 Private Contractor
AK9I
09.2022 - Current
- Worked Many Narcotics and EDD contracts
- Worked in Managing school safety by using EDD and Narcotic K9 mainly Narcotic
- Worked many after school actives utilizing EDD K9
- Worked AUSA contract in Washington D.C.
- Have had many successful finds with both K9 types
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and consistent quality.
- Continuously improved processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices for increased productivity.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support for professional growth.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and effective collaboration.
K9 Private Contractor
Cerberus Security
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Continuously improved processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices for increased productivity.
- Implemented innovative solutions to complex problems, improving overall project efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and effective collaboration.
- Worked many concerts including Bourbon and Beyond, Louder Than Life, Sonic Temple, Inkcaraction
- Had Several finds at each event
K9 Private Contractor
Merrills Detector Dogs
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Worked DOD Center in PA, Had two DOD Certifications along with NDDA Certifications
- Worked The NBA Allstar game in Indiana in 2023
- Implemented innovative solutions to complex problems, improving overall project efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and effective collaboration.
- Worked Several Narcotics and EDD contracts
K9 Private Contractor
Scent Works
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Worked multiple narcotics and EDD contracts
- Narcotics contracts consisted of Several Rehabs where had successful finds
- EDD contracts consisted of working the Washington Commander Stadium in Washington D.C.
- Continuously improved processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices for increased productivity.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and effective collaboration.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited both parties.
K9 Private Contractor
3DK9
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Worked Many Narcotics and EDD contracts
- Narcotic contracts consisted of many concerts including Electric Zoo NY, Lights All Night TX, Imagine Music Festival GA, Gentleman Clubs and Rehab centers and also Very Private School in Fl, Port in SC and BAE in VA and many others like this where i had many successful finds
- EDD Contracts consisted of EAGLE stadium and Taylor Swift Concerts
- Continuously improved processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices for increased productivity.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and effective collaboration.
Owner/Head Trainer
Devil Dog K9
02.2017 - 01.2022
- Trained many pet dog clients, some service dog clients as well as some behavioral modification clients
- Trained my own personal protection dogs
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Evaluated training needs to improve training quality.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Marine Corps Infantry
United States Marine Corps
05.2010 - 04.2016
- Combat deployment to Afghanistan in 2011
- Trained junior Marines that where under me
- Gunner on 81mm Mortar Weapon
- SAW gunner for my squad (Light Machine Gunner)
- Cross trained to perform serval different jobs on deployment
- Contributed to mission success by providing timely intelligence analysis and recommendations to command staff.
- Provided crucial first aid treatment during medical emergencies, preserving the health of fellow service members on the battlefield or during training evolutions.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to achieve desired outcomes in complex problem-solving scenarios.
- Developed junior Marines into future leaders through consistent mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
- Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
- Worked in dirty and uncomfortable conditions, sometimes in dangerous, deployed locations.
- Upheld Marine Corps dress and appearance regulations for professional appearance.
- Dealt with inter-company conflicts to remove obstacles to troop readiness.
Education
Explosive K9 Handler Course -
AK9I
Carrsville VA03-2023
Patrol K9 Trainer/Handler Course -
AK9I
Carrsville Va07-2022
High School Diploma -
Randolph Henery High School
Charlotte Court House, VA05-2010
Skills
- TWIC, DBIBs, DCJS certifactions
- Safety compliance
- Discipline and focus
- Quick decision making
- Physical fitness
- Schedule management
- Equipment handling
- Incident management
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Production planning
- Security management
- Physical endurance
Certification
- TWIC
- DCJS
- DBIBS
- AKC CANINE GOOD CITIZEN EVALUATOR
- DOG TRAINER ALL IN ONE: BASIC TO ADVANCE
- CERTIFIED NARCOTICS DECTECTOR DOG TEAM
- CERTIFIED EDD DECTECTOR DOG TEAM
- CERTIFIED TRACKING DOG TEAM
- CERTIFIED PARTOL/DETECTOR DOG TEAM
- CERTIFIED MOBILE ODOR DETECTOR DOG TEAM
REFERENCES
Below is a list of name and numbers of people I have worked for and Instructed on how to train their K9's
- Eldridge Allen-Service Dog and Obedience- 434-420-1063
- Brett Bishop-Cerberus Manager and Field Operations Manager- 1-336-409-0456
- John Neidig-Trained Pet in obedience and behavioral modification- 757-404-2739
- Ann Newcomb-Trained Pet in obedience and behavioral modification- 434-390-6347
- Wallace Goode-Trained Pet in obedience and Star Puppy- 434-249-3054
- Jasmine Johnson-Trained in Problem Area Detection Dog- 254-624-8716
- Tonia Brown-Trained in Problem Area Detection Dog- 702-449-7305
- Hampton Farmer- Trained in Obedience -434-665-5489
- Emerald Hines Shorter- Trained Pet in obedience and behavioral modification on two Litter Mates at once-434-229-3892
- Check Out Devil Dog K9 on Facebook for pictures and more
Timeline
K9 Private Contractor
Cerberus Security
03.2024 - 09.2024
K9 Private Contractor
Merrills Detector Dogs
09.2023 - 09.2024
K9 Private Contractor
Scent Works
01.2023 - 01.2024
K9 Private Contractor
AK9I
09.2022 - Current
K9 Private Contractor
3DK9
09.2022 - 09.2023
Owner/Head Trainer
Devil Dog K9
02.2017 - 01.2022
Marine Corps Infantry
United States Marine Corps
05.2010 - 04.2016
Explosive K9 Handler Course -
AK9I
Patrol K9 Trainer/Handler Course -
AK9I
High School Diploma -
Randolph Henery High School
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