Our Founders

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Marc is a native New Mexican. He is a retired Colonel from the U.S. Army with 26 years of service. He attended the College of Santa Fe where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration, then earning a Master of Science in Security Administration from Southwestern College of Professional Studies, Winfield Kansas. He has graduated from multiple military and civilian courses in Physical Security, Security Engineering, Anti-terrorism, Dignitary Protection, and Homeland Security.

Luis M. Ortiz is a registered patent attorney experienced in intellectual property matters including litigation, patent and trademark prosecution, licensing and intellectual property portfolio development. Luis earned degrees and experience in engineering, business and law. Luis retired as an U.S. Air Force Reserve Lieutenant Colonel. Luis is a co-founder of the law firm, Ortiz & Lopez, PLLC, which specializes in intellectual property. Luis is also an inventor with over 100 issued U.S. patents.

Thomas is current active duty National Guard as a Lieutenant Colonel with over 34 years total service. He received a Bachelor of Science from Excelsior College. He has over 20 years of Facility and Construction Management experience in the government and private sectors. He has attended numerous military schools as well as civilian construction management courses with an emphasis in project management.