Chad Ragan brings more than 30 years of experience across law enforcement, private investigations, and private security. His diverse background includes extensive operational leadership, executive protection oversight, investigative casework, and high-profile event security management.

Throughout his career, Mr. Ragan has served as a detail leader for numerous red-carpet events, VIP gatherings, and large-scale public functions, ensuring the safety of high-visibility clients and coordinating seamlessly with local agencies, venue staff, and private security teams. His ability to anticipate vulnerabilities and manage complex environments has made him a trusted asset for entertainment, corporate, and private clientele.

A cornerstone of Mr. Ragan’s expertise is developing comprehensive threat management and risk-mitigation plans. He has crafted detailed strategies tailored to executives, public figures, and private families—focusing on early threat detection, behavioral risk assessment, protective intelligence, and proactive security measures.

Mr. Ragan is also deeply involved in shaping industry standards. He is an active member of the California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI) and the National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS)—two of the most respected professional bodies in investigative and security disciplines. His commitment to ongoing professional development and legislative advocacy has earned him recognition within the field.

Today, Mr. Ragan serves as the current Vice President of CALI, where he supports statewide regulatory initiatives, investigator education programs, and industry best-practices that strengthen the integrity and professionalism of private investigations across California.

Whether leading a security detail, consulting on complex risk cases, or representing industry professionals at the state level, Chad Ragan continues to demonstrate unmatched dedication, leadership, and expertise in the protection and investigative community.