Meet Our Amazing Team!
Steadfast Dedication. Unmatched Passion. Proven Experience.
Founder & Chief Instructor
Andre Gibson Jr
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Maryland State Police Qualified Handgun Instructor
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FLETC Firearms Instructor
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FLETC Advanced Pistol Instructor
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FLETC Active Shooter Instructor
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FLETC Control Tactics Instructor
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FLETC Fitness Coordinator
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MPCTC Defensive Tactics Instructor
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Army H2F Instructor (Master Fitness)
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NRA Firearms Instructor
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NRA CCW Instructor
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NRA Range Safety Officer
Director of Firearms Training
Taray Wright Sr
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Maryland State Police Qualified Handgun Instructor
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NRA Certified CCW Instructor
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NRA Certified Pistol Instructor
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Leads Maryland Wear & Carry Permit courses
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Oversees firearms curriculum, instructor development, and training quality for SASD
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Provides firearms safety, marksmanship, and defensive shooting instruction
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Committed to responsible firearm ownership, legal education, and safe gun handling
Regional Training Manager
Alexander Pearson
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Oversees SASD training operations throughout the Baltimore region
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Coordinates Baltimore-area class schedules and instructor assignments
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Serves as the primary point of contact for Baltimore training operations
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Supports curriculum implementation and training quality assurance
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Helps maintain consistency across classroom, range, and online instruction
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Provides classroom and range instruction for Maryland firearms courses
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Supports business development efforts and community partnerships in the Baltimore region
Director of Administration
Troi Gibson
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Oversees all administrative operations and daily business support
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Manages course registrations and class scheduling
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Oversees student records, certificates, and course documentation
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Coordinates payment processing and financial record organization
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Maintains compliance records and administrative documentation
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Supports marketing initiatives and social media coordination
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Oversees office organization, operational workflows, and administrative efficiency
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Works closely with the Owner to ensure seamless day-to-day operations