Tim has worked in private security for over 16 years. His specialties include managing large security personnel teams and coordinating with stakeholders, such as public safety committees and celebrity executive protection teams.

Prior to his security career, Tim spent 20 years as a Protestant minister, stationed throughout the Midwest with the Salvation Army. His experience and training have made him adept at de-escalation and crisis intervention. He further honed these skills as a corrections officer for the Greene County Sheriff’s Office in Missouri’s third-largest jail. He was also the Director of Security and Operations for Event Services Group, LLC, one of the largest event security companies in southwest Missouri. Additionally, he is a skilled martial artist, practicing boxing, MMA, taekwondo, and Jeet Kun Do. Tim has worked with other security companies, including Risk Mitigation Services (RMS), Threat Mitigation, and Executive Security Specialists, on close protection, workplace violence, labor dispute, and industrial site security details across the United States. In May 2023, Tim founded Fortify, LLC, a private armed security company based in Springfield, MO.  

Christopher Williams is the Regional Manager for Fortify, LLC, bringing a robust background of military discipline, high-stakes security operations, and tactical training to the company's leadership team. Christopher is an accomplished security specialist with over seven years of dedicated experience in executive protection and asset protection. His expertise lies in developing and executing comprehensive security plans for high-profile individuals and valuable assets, ensuring continuous safety and risk mitigation in varied operational environments.

His foundational skills were honed during ten years of service as an Army veteran. As part of the Corps of Engineers, Christopher deployed to Iraq and Kuwait during the Global War on Terror. Overseas, he developed critical skills in logistical planning, resource management, rapid problem-solving, and operating under extreme pressure. This military experience instilled a deep sense of discipline, operational excellence, and commitment to mission success. Further cementing his tactical proficiency, Christopher has served as a small arms firearms instructor for eight years. This role highlights his expertise in professional firearms safety, marksmanship, and the rigorous training standards required for effective armed security personnel.

At Fortify, LLC, Christopher’s combination of military service, specialized security experience, and instructional background is crucial in maintaining the company's high standards for operational readiness and client service throughout the region.