Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Executive Protection Services
R L Oatman & Associates has been a trusted leader in executive protection for over 30 years. Founded in 1989, we specialize in strategic threat and risk assessments, executive protection training, and the design of elite protection programs. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, high-profile individuals, and international security teams seeking expert guidance. We deliver customized training programs for corporate, government, and private sectors, including IRS 132 Independent Security Studies. Our unique methodology combines facilitation and security to ensure the safety of principals while maintaining discretion.We partner with organizations like IADLEST for national certification and ASIS for industry-standard training. Our team includes certified professionals with decades of experience in law enforcement, security consulting, and protective operations. We prioritize privacy, confidentiality, and risk mitigation in all services. Our training programs, including Fundamentals of EP and Advanced EP Training, are recognized as industry gold standards. We operate globally, providing personnel support, investigative assistance, and security advice to domestic and international clients.
Services
Executive Protection Training
Risk Assessments
Security Consulting
Custom Training Programs
National Certification Program
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in executive protection and risk assessment.
- Our team includes ASIS-certified professionals and FBI National Academy graduates.
- We provide nationally certified training programs recognized as industry gold standards.
- Our methodology prioritizes discretion, de-escalation, and risk mitigation.
- We serve clients globally with tailored security solutions and investigative support.
Associations and certifications
- IADLEST National Certification Program
- ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
Services
Executive Protection Training
Our Executive Protection Training programs equip professionals with advanced skills in threat assessment, risk management, and protective operations. Designed for corporate, government, and private sectors, these courses emphasize discretion and de-escalation. Participants gain hands-on experience through nationally certified curricula developed by industry experts.
Risk Assessments
We conduct in-depth risk and vulnerability assessments for personal and corporate clients. Our methodology identifies potential threats and develops strategies to mitigate risks. This service ensures security teams can allocate resources effectively to protect high-profile individuals and assets.
Security Consulting
Our security consulting services provide tailored solutions for executive protection program design and review. We collaborate with clients to enhance existing protocols and implement best practices. Our consultants bring decades of law enforcement and security industry expertise to every engagement.
Custom Training Programs
We develop customized training programs to meet specific organizational needs. These programs address unique security challenges and operational requirements. Our team delivers on-site instruction to ensure practical application of protective techniques and emergency response protocols.
National Certification Program
Our IADLEST-certified programs validate expertise in dignitary and executive protection. The curriculum includes three-day fundamentals and seven-day advanced courses. Graduates receive nationally recognized credentials that enhance professional credibility and operational effectiveness in high-stakes environments.
People
Robert L. Oatman
President
Robert L. Oatman is a Certified Protection Professional with over 30 years of executive protection experience. He founded R L Oatman & Associates in 1989 and developed nationally certified training programs. He is a former FBI National Academy graduate and recipient of the ASIS Presidents Award of Merit.
Dale Stonesifer
Director of Operations
Dale Stonesifer oversees daily operations and executive protection details. A 27-year law enforcement veteran, he specializes in training and protective operations. He holds certifications from the FBI National Academy and Maryland Police Training Commission, with extensive experience in threat investigations.
Questions
What services does R.L. Oatman & Associates offer?
We provide executive protection training, risk assessments, security consulting, and customized programs for corporate, government, and private clients globally.
Are your training programs certified?
Yes, our Fundamentals and Advanced EP Training programs are nationally certified by IADLEST and recognized as industry standards.
Who are your typical clients?
Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, high-profile individuals, international security teams, and private families seeking expert protection services.
Do you offer on-site training?
Yes, we provide customized on-site training programs tailored to organizational needs, delivered by experienced instructors with law enforcement backgrounds.
What areas do you serve?
We operate domestically and internationally, providing services to clients in diverse locations with tailored security solutions.
