Changing Security Operations with Level 1 Private Security

Changing Security Operations with Level 1 Private Security

In this episode of the Vision InSites Podcast, host Chris Anderson sits down with JT Tomlinson and Tyler “Floppy” Jordan of Level 1 Private Security to discuss security operations, patrol, reporting, and the realities of building a private security company from the ground up. JT and Tyler share lessons from 10 years in business, including the early days of working patrol themselves, the pressure of staffing and client expectations, and the importance of building trust through consistency, communication, and better systems. In this conversation: • How Level 1 Private Security started with one patrol contract • The realities of running security operations in the field • Why client relationships matter in private security • How reporting supports accountability and communication • Why better systems can help officers, supervisors, and clients • What JT and Tyler have learned from 10 years in business

Chris Anderson’s Transition from Law Enforcement to Security Technology

In this special episode of the Vision InSites Podcast, the roles are reversed as LaVonce Jeffrey interviews host Chris Anderson about his journey from law enforcement into entrepreneurship and security technology. Chris reflects on his years in policing during the 80s and 90s in Los Angeles, the challenges of transitioning out of law enforcement, and the early struggles of building businesses in the private security industry. The conversation also explores how operational experience in parking enforcement and security management eventually led to the development of real-time reporting technology and Vision InSites. In this conversation: • Chris Anderson’s transition from law enforcement to entrepreneurship • The realities of policing during the 80s and 90s in Los Angeles • The early struggles of building a private security company • How parking enforcement and operations led into security technology • The story behind real-time reporting and Vision InSites

36 Years in Law Enforcement: Ralph Ornelas, Former Chief of Police

In this episode of the Vision InSites Podcast, host Chris Anderson sits down with Ralph Ornelas, former Chief of Police, to break down what effective leadership looks like in high-pressure environments and how those lessons apply directly to private security. Ralph shares insights from his career in law enforcement, from early roles in patrol to leading at the executive level. The conversation focuses on discipline, decision-making, and the importance of building trust through respect and consistency. In this conversation: • Why leadership begins before formal titles or rank • How discipline and composure impact outcomes under pressure • The role of respect in building trust with teams and the public • Why developing people leads to stronger, more reliable organizations • The importance of leadership presence in day-to-day operations

From LAPD to Use of Force Training: Tim Pearce’s Story

Chris Anderson sits down with Tim Pearce, former LAPD officer and founder of AUFIRE, to explore the realities of use of force training and performance under pressure. Tim shares his experience working patrol and gang units in Los Angeles, along with the life-changing incident that reshaped his perspective when his wife was shot in the line of duty. That moment led to the development of AUFIRE, a training system designed to simulate the physical and mental challenges of real-world critical incidents. This conversation focuses on what happens when training meets reality — and why traditional methods often fall short in high-risk situations. In this conversation: • The gap between controlled training environments and real-world incidents • How stress and pressure impact decision-making in use of force situations • The story behind AUFIRE and its role in modern training • Why preparing for worst-case scenarios is critical for performance • What law enforcement experience can teach private security teams

Security Technology Experience Center: Industry Innovation

In this episode of the Vision InSites Podcast, host Chris Anderson sits down with Taylor May, founder of SVIP, to break down the challenges of evaluating security technology and why the traditional trade show model is falling short. Taylor shares insights from his experience working with emerging security technologies — from mobile surveillance to facial recognition — and how those experiences led him to build a platform focused on transparency, education, and real-world performance. The conversation centers around the SVIP Experience Center, a new approach designed to help end users and manufacturers connect in a more meaningful way by showcasing security solutions in real-world environments. In this conversation: • Why security trade shows often fail to deliver measurable ROI • The gap between product marketing and real-world performance • How the SVIP Experience Center is changing how technology is evaluated • Why independence matters when showcasing security solutions • What the future of security innovation looks like