Earnest Welch, CPP, MAS

Salem, New Jersey
Earnest Welch, CPP, MAS Expert Witness
Curriculum Vitae

Correctional Operations / Use of Force Analysis

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Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness

General Specialties:

Jails & Prisons and Law Enf & Criminal Justice

Keywords/Search Terms:

Use of Force Analysis, Security Consulting, Workplace Violence, Security Management, Investigations, Active Shooter, Defensive Tactics, Less Lethal, Certified PTC Instructor, Intelligence, Crisis Management, Policy Development and Implementation, Military

Education:

Master of Administrative Science, Fairleigh Dickinson University; Bachelor - Public Administration, Fairleigh Dickinson University

Years in Practice:

15

Additional Information

Earnest Welch is a highly experienced professional with a diverse background in law enforcement, security management, and military service. A combat veteran and Infantry leader, Earnest brings over 18 years of law enforcement experience, including expertise in use of force analysis, intelligence, investigations, emergency tactics, crisis management, and policy development. He is also a State Certified Law Enforcement Instructor, specializing in use of force, de-escalation, defensive tactics, and physical fitness. Additionally, Earnest is a Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response (LASER) Instructor, further solidifying his expertise in crisis response and safety protocols. Earnest is a Board-Certified Security Manager, having earned the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) accreditation from ASIS International, and he currently serves as the Vice Chair of ASIS Chapter 170. Additionally, he is member of the International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IASPC). He holds a Master's degree in Administrative Science and a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University, which complement his practical knowledge with strong academic credentials. With his extensive expertise and leadership in security management, military operations, and law enforcement; Earnest provides tailored consulting services that enhance organizational safety, operational readiness, and crisis response capabilities. His diverse background enables him to offer strategic consulting services tailored to organizations seeking to improve security, operational readiness, and crisis management capabilities.