John H. Christman, CPP
Security Management Consultant - Since 1993

2055 Oxford Avenue Cardiff, CA 92007-1719
Phone (760) 632-1979 Fax (760) 632-0878
E-Mail jhc@dslextreme.com

Services

Analysis of security and loss prevention programs, evaluation of the effectiveness of security operations and development of loss prevention strategies; training in security disciplines including litigation avoidance. Consultation, expert opinion and testimony for all civil litigation involving personal injury claims resulting from alleged inadequate security or improper and tortious conduct by security personnel arising from shoplifting detentions, guard operations, or employee dishonesty investigations. Premises liability and security standards including security policies and procedures.

Environments Serviced:

Attorneys, retailers, manufacturers, shopping centers, residential complexes and colleges and universities. Security/loss prevention services and management in any environment.

Experience:

Mr. Christman has over 30 years of management experience in retail security and investigations. He has a BA degree and was a Special Agent for two federal investigative/intelligence agencies as well as having experience with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

From 1971 through 1993 Mr. Christman was Vice President and Director of Security and Loss Prevention for Macys WEST a major national retailer where he directed a staff of over 500 security personnel in over 60 stores and facilities in various states west of the Mississippi. Prior to joining R. H. Macy & Co., Mr. Christman worked as a security executive in regional supermarket and drug store companies and with a major DOD aerospace contractor.

Mr. Christman co-authored the book Shoplifting and is a frequent lecturer at security conferences and seminars. He was elected to the Board of Directors of the Loss Prevention Group of the National Retail Federation in 1983, twice re-elected, and served until 1994. He was named to the Security Advisory Boards of Golden Gate University and the College of Marin, where he was also an instructor of security courses.

Professional Affiliations:

• IAPSC (International Association of Professional Security Consultants)
• ASIS (American Society for Industrial Security)
• AFIO (Association of Former Intelligence Officers)
• CPOA (California Peace Officers Association)
• FCA (Forensic Consultants Association)
• Board certified as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) in 1977

Curriculum Vitae

Employment History

• Macys West, Vice President & Director Of Security, 22 Years
• Mayfair Markets, Regional Security Manager, 4 Years
• Solaray Industries, President / Self Employed, 6 Years
• Thrifty Drug Stores, Inc., Security Agent, 3 Years
• US Naval Intelligence, Civilian Special Agent, 4 Years

Education

• Muhlenberg College, BA Degree
• University Of Pennsylvania, Law School

Military History

• US Army, Special Agent, Counter Intelligence
• US Navy, Commander, Intelligence, USNR-Retired

Teaching

• Canada & Marin Colleges, 9 Years

Literary Contributions

• Shoplifting, Butterworth-Heinemann, Pub 1992 Co-author Of College And Trade Textbook
• Protection Officer Magazine, Columnist And Writer

Articles Written Or Referenced In:

• ABC, CBS & NBC TV
• Security World
• Security Management
• Los Angeles Times
• San Francisco Chronicle
• Security Sales Magazine
• Banmiller’s "On the Money"

Speaking Engagements and Appearances Before:

• International Security Conference
• American Association of Shopping Centers
• National Retail Federation Seminars
• Golden Gate University
• American Society For Industrial Security

Professional Affiliations

• International Association of Professional Security Consultants [Active]
• American Society for Industrial Security [Active]
• Holder Of Professional Designation, Certified Protection Professional CPP
• Board Of Directors, National Retail Federation Security Group [1982-1994]
• Criminal Justice/Security Advisory Boards Of Golden Gate University & College Of Marin [1980-1990]
• Marin County (California) Criminal Justice Commission [1984-1988]
• Chief Special Agent's Association Of Northern California [Life Member]
• Association Of Former Intelligence Officers [Active]
• California Peace Officer’s Association [Life Member]

E-Mail jhc@dslextreme.com

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