Broaddus Defense exists to protect the innocent. In the wake of a violent event, there is a common perception that the only responses to such a tragedy are related to firearms. Broaddus Defense meets people where they are emotionally, politically, physically, and financially. There are many viable options for protecting the innocent, some that involve firearms and some that do not. We take a holistic approach, offering a variety of training options that include comprehensive firearms and tactical proficiency as well as awareness and threat prevention.
Broaddus Defense is a solutions company. It is becoming increasingly important to be prepared and ready to respond to a violent event. Our services are tailored to our clients’ specific needs, and we serve first responders, military members, hospital administrators, executives, educators, clergy, and more. We are the official licensee of the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) at Texas State University. ALERRT provides the best research-based active shooter training in the nation and is not limited to law enforcement and military personnel. We also offer courses to private industry, K-12 schools (public and private), higher education - markets where training is needed now more than ever.
Broaddus Defense has experience. For over 10 years, Jeff Broaddus and Broaddus Defense have provided clients with security consulting to address the growing need surrounding the preparation for and prevention of violent incidents. The Broaddus family of companies has been in business for nearly 20 years, wielding strength and knowledge in technology, engineering, construction, project management, planning services, and consulting. Broaddus Defense’s access to these in-house services streamlines the process for our clients and sets us apart from any other company.
President
Jeff Broaddus
Jeff Broaddus has over 20 years’ experience in military and law enforcement, serving as an Infantry Officer in the Marine Corps and a Special Agent of the U.S. Secret Service. His breadth of knowledge includes, but is not limited to leadership, tactics, planning, security assessment, firearms instruction, criminal investigation, medical, anti-terrorism, and critical incident response.
Chairman
James A. Broaddus, pH.D., P.E.
Dr. James A. Broaddus is a retired U.S. Navy Seabee Commander and the President and founder of Broaddus & Associates, an owner-oriented project and program management firm employing 120 people, with offices and projects throughout Texas, Mississippi, and in Washington, D.C. He is Chairman of Broaddus Defense, Broaddus Construction, Broaddus Planning, and major stakeholder in an owner-oriented, web-based project management software, Owner InSite
Vice President
Colton Wood
Colton Wood is an experienced leader with over a decade of business management experience. He oversees all aspects of Broaddus Defense’s operations, management, budgeting, business development, and strategic initiatives. He also serves in the role of governmental affairs and federal contracting for Broaddus Defense.