Top Crisis Management Consulting Experts 2025

An Air Force veteran with a strong background in technical project management. Experience with project planning and execution, program management, and operations management with a demonstrated history of working in the aerospace and defense industry. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Technical Support, SharePoint Designer, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Strong support professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Southern New Hampshire University.

I’m a security consultant and the founder of North Star Group, where I help individuals, organizations, and communities strengthen their overall safety and preparedness. With over 20 years of experience across military and private-sector security, my work focuses on physical security assessments, threat and vulnerability analysis, CPTED principles, workplace violence prevention, and expert witness consulting. I’ve supported clients across a wide range of sectors—including education, government, business, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and houses of worship—by providing practical, real-world guidance rooted in proactive risk management. Whether it’s improving day-to-day security, planning for emergencies, or helping legal teams understand foreseeability and duty of care, I bring a layered and strategic approach to every situation. If you're looking for expert insight on how to build safer environments and reduce risk, I'm always open to contributing. *If any portion of my response is used, I’d appreciate attribution as follows: Daniel Loo, CPP®, PSS, SRMP — Principal Consultant at North Star Group, a Houston-based security and risk management firm.

Warren Pulley brings 40 years of threat assessment and crisis management expertise across military, law enforcement, diplomatic, corporate, and educational environments. As founder of CrisisWire, he provides professional threat assessment services to organizations throughout Hawaii, Nationally and Internationally. Credentials: BTAM (Behavioral Threat Assessment & Management) trained - University of Hawaii West Oahu 20+ FEMA certifications (IS-906, IS-907, IS-915, complete ICS/NIMS) Former LAPD Veteran Police Officer (12 years) 6+ years U.S. Embassy Baghdad security operations (zero incidents under daily threat) Former Director of Campus Safety, Chaminade University Former California Private Investigator 7 years U.S. Air Force (nuclear security & paralegal) Published Authority: Author of five books on threat assessment: The Prepared Leader, Threat Assessment Handbook, Campus Under Siege, Locked Down: The Access Control Playbook, and Uniformed Silence. Published researcher with 9+ peer-reviewed papers on threat assessment, workplace violence, and crisis management. Media-Ready Expertise: Available for expert commentary on threat assessment, school safety, workplace violence prevention, crisis management, executive protection, insider threats, and emergency preparedness. Find CrisisWire online at https://rypulmedia.wixsite.com/crisiswire

Shawn is a seasoned lawyer with an entrepreneurial spirit & is experienced working with technology-focused organizations at varying stages, including as General Counsel for an international health tech company. Shawn works closely with clients as a valued & trusted advisor, providing business ready solutions to resolve issues revolving around incident response (breach coach), strategic risk, crisis, data privacy & cybersecurity.Shawn Ford provides strategic risk advisory services that span a comprehensive spectrum, encompassing strategic communications, investigations, due diligence, supply chain analysis, intelligence research & a range of specialized services. He provides guidance on issues related to kidnap, extortion, blackmail & product contamination, rendering invaluable support to High Net Worth Individuals & Families in need of protection & emergency response. He focuses on providing executive-level strategies to plan for, prevent, & respond to crises throughout the pre-, intra-, & post-crisis stages.Shawn values aiding clients to develop & build upon their understanding of strategic risk, compliance, privacy & cyber obligations. As such, he realizes first-hand the challenges that organizations face when trying to balance their compliance obligations while innovating & developing new products & services. Shawn helps companies turn their obligations into opportunities, to build trust & advance their business goals.Shawn assists multinational institutions to understand & operationalize their risk, privacy & cyber requirements. He works closely with the executives, CISOs & legal counsel to create enterprise-wide strategic risk programs, third party risk programs & incident response capabilities. He frequently works with privacy officers to implement their privacy program & to understand their data.As Co-Founder & President of IronGate Protection, Shawn leads the business as it provides executive & close protection, security operations, private investigation, bodyguard, residential security, threat assessment, & international operation management.Shawn states that his mission is “to take a 360° approach to understand your organization’s position & ability to leverage strategic risk, data security, privacy & technology best practices to build brand trust & resiliency.”__The content shared is for general informational purposes only & should not be construed as legal advice.Do not provide confidential information via LinkedIn as it may not be treated as confidential, privileged, or protected.Prior results do not guarantee similar outcome.

An impassioned Career Transition Coach who spent more than 20 years working in the recruitment industry and now dedicates my focus on helping my clients navigate important career decisions. When it comes to a person’s career, everyone has a unique need or challenge, therefore, I design a bespoke solution around my clients need, applying an approach that maybe a blend of advisor, consultant, coach, and or mentor. I have collaborated with clients across all industries and job levels, from youth to graduates to executive level, providing 1:1 Career Coaching, Outplacement Support and Career Skills Development workshops. My focus is to collaborate with my clients across the following key areas: Discover, develop a plan and guide on how to execute one’s plan, imparting knowledge, providing practical advice and the necessary tools to assist in aligning to the market expectations, making the individual aware of what to expect and how to prepare for the necessary career transition. “Helping one person might not change the world, but it can change the world for one person”. This quote resonates firmly within my values, where I strive to make a positive difference everywhere possible. In addition to running Career Management Consultancy, in January 2024 I was appointed as an International Career and Transition Coach for Africa, for IMPACT Group a global coaching firm providing relocation, outplacement and leadership development programmes, where I provide career consulting to relocating spouses as well as cross-cultural and integration/transition coaching for employees and their families.

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As a Training Manager at Marriott International, I oversee the design and implementation of comprehensive training and development curriculum for 550+ adult learners at three Renaissance brand hotels. With my doctorate in Organizational Leadership, DEI Certificate, and Life Coach Certification, I have the knowledge, skills, and passion to create engaging and impactful learning experiences that elevate employee and guest satisfaction. In my role, I have been leading monthly educational sessions, training newsletters, career development support, and executive coaching for hotel leadership and managers. I also track and assess the effectiveness of all training and development programs, and manage collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. I have a proven track record of applying data metrics, staff development, and organizational skills to accelerate results and foster an inclusive culture. My goal is to empower staff to reach their full potential and contribute to the success of Marriott International.

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An experience designer and strategist driven by servant leadership. My passion is ensuring humans are considered thoughtfully and wholly throughout any project, as that is the strongest way for any organization to achieve success, let alone greatness. Getting there takes a unique and complex game of 3-D chess. Helping teams and organizations foster innovation by developing the skills and capabilities internally, to strengthen the corporate customer and product experiences to the next stage of possibility.

International legal expert with 15+ years of experience in corporate law, global compliance, and cross-border business recovery. Member of the International Bar Association (IBA), ABPMP International, and SOVNET. Ms. Maksimova is the author of a comprehensive methodical guide on international sanctions and debt recovery, as well as multiple peer-reviewed academic articles on corporate governance, compliance, and global regulatory strategy. Her expertise bridges law and strategy, helping multinational organizations manage regulatory complexity and achieve sustainable recovery.

Strategic Human Resources leader and organizational partner who creates alignment and enables a strong, shared culture. Seasoned people manager and coach that proactively assesses and identifies opportunities to improve initiatives and achieve strategic goals with metrics to support change. Drives growth by attracting, developing, engaging, and retaining top talent. Fosters collaborative environment through strong relationships and acts as trusted coach.

I am a cybersecurity specialist with extensive experience protecting individuals and small businesses from digital threats. My background spans digital asset security, fraud investigation, and identity-theft mitigation, with a strong focus on safeguarding online financial environments such as cryptocurrency wallets, online banking systems, and high-risk digital platforms. I've led and advised on numerous investigations involving online scams, financial fraud, and unauthorized asset transfers, helping clients recover lost funds and strengthen their long-term security posture. My work emphasizes practical, evidence-based defense strategies, digital forensics, and proactive risk management. I regularly consults on threat prevention, privacy protection, and emerging cyber risks, offering clear guidance that bridges technical depth with real-world application.

I am a DEI professional and a Ph.D. candidate with over 15 years of experience on a mission to make the world a more inclusive place. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise in education, I have spent my career advocating for underrepresented groups and promoting equity.I know how to navigate and facilitate uncomfortable conversations that lead to intended results, and I am always looking for new ways to make a positive impact in the field of DEI. I enjoy reading, exploring new tech and volunteering with organizations in my spare time to further my commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Christina is a strategic HR Professional & Global Executive with over 20 years of experience domestically and internationally specializing in the Manufacturing / Technology industry. Her passion is providing HR solutions by helping build HR infrastructure through technology, compliance and people, increasing competitive advantage by aligning strategy with people and culture. Christina has extensive experience in leading organizational transformations, driving large scale growth, talent acquisition and retention, leadership development, regulatory compliance and customer management with a positive and collaborative mindset. Areas of Expertise: Change Management, Talent Management, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Organizational Redesign, Strategic Planning, Employee Development, Managing Chaos, Star Wars Expert, Converse Shoe Connoisseur, Expert Geek Specialities: Compliance & Employment Law, Strategic Leadership, Total Compensation Program Alignment, Strategic Analysis, Talent Strategy, Investigations & Audits

Malcolm K. “M.K.” Palmore is a nationally respected cybersecurity executive with over 30 years of leadership experience across the Marines, FBI, and Google Cloud. He specializes in scaling AI responsibly, defending against cyber threats, and building tech leadership. M.K. also leads efforts to advance diverse talent in cybersecurity as President of Cyversity and offers insightful commentary on AI and cybersecurity trends.

My clients are scoring 25-90% gains in their salaries. I help ambitious leaders to build resumés that show them in their true light. Let me help you discover your actual accomplishments and business wins and I'll coach you on the tools and narratives you need to cut through the competition and have an advantageous seat at the table. Real content. Real strategy. No fluff.

I work with C-Suite in the Financial Services and Tech Industry. I am a specialist in Business Transformation, this includes M&A, Cost Reduction, Revenue growth, Operating Model, Lean six sigma, Cultural change, Project management, Sales Training, Leadership Training, Emotional Intelligence Training and transitioning to AI. I am often invited when Projects needs rescuing, team morale is down and there is no clarity on direction. Outside of work, I mentor university students from Europe and UK and deliver seminars to college and university students on how the economy works, the future of society, the role of AI. Clients include the London Stock Exchange, Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, RBS, Natwest, and Accenture. What makes me unique is my Philosophical view on the Economy and Business, which helps me design pragmatic solutions and overcome the most challenging stakeholders. Life is simple, too often we overcomplicate it and become tangled in our own mind web. You can ask me for the following: Why the modern Economic model is failing? The Economics of Migration Would ESG save the planet? Why M&A fail? How would AI change the society? Why inequality is beneficial for the survival of our society? How companies drive themselves into the ground? Luck vs Hard work Sheep mentality in Leadership at the cutting edge firms

Molly Zuker is a conflict resolution expert who helps helps people understand the human complexity behind the headlines. With a Master’s in Conflict Resolution & Coexistence and extensive training in mediation and restorative justice, she works with diverse groups - from corporate teams to religious communities - navigating conflicts where multiple identities, beliefs, and loyalties intersect. Zuker specializes in revealing the nuanced dynamics that most observers miss. “No one is ‘just’ any one thing,” she notes. “Every conflict involves whole people with complicated stories.” Whether workplace disputes, community tensions, religious divisions, or cultural clashes, turn to Molly for insights that move beyond simple narratives to reveal the systemic and relational factors actually driving conflict.Whether it’s workplace tensions, religious divisions, community conflicts, or cultural clashes, Molly will help you move beyond simple narratives to understand the deeper dynamics at play. She’s facilitated difficult conversations in boardrooms and sanctuary spaces alike - and she knows that the most interesting stories happen when people’s different identities bump up against each other.

As a Director of Organizational Development within the U.S. Defense Health Agency, I excel in driving strategic change across various organizations. My skills in executive coaching, culture transformation, workshop facilitation and partnership development are honed through my concurrent role as Executive Coach at Olympus Strategies, where I leverage over 18 years of industry experience to empower organizational leaders and optimize team dynamics.My mission is to orchestrate effective culture change management. I have extensive experience helping even the most toxic of environments recover and thrive. I have achieved countless technology upgrades like SAP migrations and O365 suite enhancements with all industries from start-ups to Fortune 500s. Recognized as the 2023 Veteran’s Affairs Woman Veteran Trailblazer, I am committed to applying my workplace psychology expertise to foster leadership growth and operational excellence within the DoD and beyond.