C A P A B I L I T I E S O V E R V I E W

We provide training, advisory, and continuing education

programs to better prepare your organization for evolving

threats and emergency situations.

O U R M I S S I O NBy failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.

Benjamin Franklin

Tomahawk personnel include Special Forces operators, corporate

security experts, SWAT/ESU/Patrol o�cers (retired and active)

hand-selected for their specialized skills and experience, as well as

combat and civilian medics. Our sta� has unparalleled experience

conducting a wide spectrum of operations – from direct action, to

clandestine reconnaissance, to training and advising foreign and

domestic military and law enforcement agencies. Our careers

have been de�ned by accomplishing complex missions in the most

di�cult of circumstances.

O U R T E A M

We are passionate about our work and are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals.�e Tomahawk Team

We take a holistic approach to analyzing your security needs

through a variety of methods, to include a physical security

policy review and penetration testing (physical & cyber). �rough

our vulnerability analysis we will provide a detailed assessment that

will identify the strengths and weaknesses of your organization’s

security.  Our approach has proven to both enhance security and

limit corporate liability.

S E C U R I T Y R I S KA S S E S S M E N T

�e dogmas of the quiet past are inadequate to the stormy present. �e occasion is piled high with di�culty, and we must rise with the occasion. As our case is new, so we must think anew, and act anew.Abraham Lincoln

People make their own luck by great preparation and good strategy.

Jack Can�eld

Our team has decades of experience addressing active threats, both foreign and

domestic. We conduct a comprehensive review of your current company policy

and, if needed, will make recommendations to improve this policy.  We also

provide guidance as to how your policy should be disseminated to employees. If

your organization does not have an active threat policy, we will work with you

to develop a framework that meets the speci�c needs of your organization.

P O L I C Y R E V I E W& D E V E L O P M E N T

Changing security dynamics across the globe are prompting institutions to reexamine and

augment policies regarding active shooter and terrorism-related threats. Tomahawk is quali�ed

and prepared to comprehensively analyze and test your existing plans and procedures in

conjunction with law enforcement and �rst responder personnel and policies. We provide

hands-on training to employees to provide your team with practical experience in a variety of

real-life scenarios.

I N C I D E N T R E S P O N S E& C R I S I S M A N A G E M E N T

Bringing law enforcement and private enterprise together to build stronger, safer communities.

Integration is a key component to success. �ere are three parties involved in an incident:

the threat, �rst responders, and bystanders/institutions. �e Tomahawk team specializes in

the integration of institutions and �rst responders, as well as researching and staying ahead

of modern threats. Our programs integrate personnel on multiple levels as our team has

real world experience working with multiple agencies and organizations in very complex

and dynamic environments.

B R I D G I N G T H E G A P

I never 'worry' about action, but only about inaction. Winston Churchill

S C E N A R I O B A S E DT R A I N I N G

Scenario based training exercises provide

real world experience and reveal weaknesses

in policy, employee training programs, and

corporate preparedness. �e Tomahawk sta�

conducts on-site scenario instruction on a

multitude of levels in order to provide our

clients with cutting edge training without

interrupting work�ow.

Tomahawk provides top-of-the-line emergency medicine instruction

tailored to the corporate sector. We prepare individuals for emergency

situations, and provide the skills and knowledge necessary to save

lives until EMS can arrive. �e instruction is applicable in a multitude

of situations be it in the workplace or at home, and also becomes a

great team building exercise for all involved.

E M E R G E N C YM E D I C A L

T R A I N I N G

George H.W. Bush

Our team takes pride in learning the environment and culture of each organization

in order to tailor the training accordingly and avoid interrupting everyday

work�ow. �e training programs developed by Tomahawk range from interactive

threat seminars to full-scale citywide exercises.

A C T I V E T H R E A TT R A I N I N G

Do not freeze. React and do something! It is happening. Recognize that you need to act in order to survive. Keith Walawender | CEO Tomahawk Strategic Solutions

A R M E D S E C U R I T Y& A R M E D C A R R YT R A I N I N G�e Tomahawk armed carry training takes a full-spectrum approach by educating

participants on the proper procedures to identify and respond to active threats,

interface with law enforcement, and help ensure the safety of employees. A�er the

threat or incident has subsided, the work is NOT over. �e situation is now in the

“recover” phase. Trainees will be able to provide the emergency care to bridge the

gap until EMS and �rst responder personnel arrive.

Our custom designed programs ensure executive protection personnel are trained

to the highest level in order to protect organizational leadership. EP personnel

typically have challenging schedules that o�en times do not leave room for

continuing education. Tomahawk travels to our clients and conducts on-site

instruction, live �rearms training, and emergency medicine courses to ensure EP

personnel are prepared to respond and recover.

E X E C U T I V EP R O T E C T I O NT R A I N I N G

“So, �rst of all, let me assert my �rm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself – nameless, unreasoning, unjusti�ed terror which paralyzes needed e�orts to convert retreat into advance. In every dark hour of our national life a leadership of frankness and vigor has met with that understanding and support of the people themselves which is essential to victory. ” Franklin D. Roosevelt

Tomahawk delivered! �ey were extremely organized and good at what they do. I have never received more positive feedback from my employees for any training that we have done. Joshua Waldron | CEO SilencerCo

Our ability to nimbly adapt to each client’s unique set of circumstances, requirements, and goals sets us

apart from the rest of the industry and allows us to succeed with an extensive but varied client base.

P R O U D T O W O R K W I T H

Companies are only as good as the people running them, so it’s a no-brainer that the Tomahawk Strategic Solutions team is among the best.Suzanne Kelly CEO | �e Cipher Brief

FINANCIAL • HEALTHCARE • UNIVERSITIES AND SCHOOL SYSTEMS

ENERGY •  MARITIME •  SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

FEDERAL AND MUNICIPAL LAW ENFORCEMENT • MILITARY

E X E C U T I V E L E A D E R S H I P S E N I O R L E A D E R S H I P

Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Michael Biller medically retired from the US military in 2015 a�er 13 years of service in the Special Operations community, including three years at SEAL Team

FOUR and eight years at Naval Special Warfare Development Group. During his time in the Navy, Chief Biller conducted ten deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and numerous other missions worldwide. Chief Biller’s many combat commendations include the Bronze Star Medal with combat valor, three Joint Service Commendation Medals with combat valor, the Navy and Marine Commendation Medal with combat valor, three Presidential Unit Citations, and numerous other joint and individual awards. Currently, Mr. Biller serves as the President and Chief Operating O�cer of Tomahawk Strategic Solutions, which he and Ret. Chief Keith Walawender founded to help serve those who are currently serving and to help corporate leaders provide safer and more secure environments for their employees and communities. Mr. Biller is a native of Cincinnati, Ohio. He enlisted in the US Navy in August of 2002 and graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training in November of 2003. He and his family live in Nashville, Tennessee.

KEITH WALAWENDERChief Executive O�cer

MIKE BILLERPresident | COO

Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Matthew Coufalik retired from the US military in 2016 a�er 20 years of service in the Special Operations community, including eight years at SEAL team TWO

and ten years at Naval Special Warfare Development Group. During his tenure, Senior Chief Coufalik conducted 13 combat deploy-ments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and several other missions worldwide. His many combat commendations include the Silver Star Medal, three Bronze Star Medals with combat valor, three Joint Service Commendation Medals with combat valor, two Navy and Marine Commendation Medals with combat valor, the Defense Meritorious Service Award, three Presidential Unit Citations, and numerous other joint and individual awards. Shortly a�er retirement, Mr. Coufalik accepted the role of Senior Vice President of Tomahawk Strategic Solutions and is dedicated to helping both the public and private sectors better protect themselves and the communities in which they serve. Mr. Coufalik is a native of Cleveland, Ohio. He enlisted in the Navy in 1996 and graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training in 1997. Mr. Coufalik holds a B.S. in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis from Norwich University. He lives in Washington, DC with his wife Anne, who serves as an o�cer in the US State Department.

Ms. Smith joined Tomahawk Strategic Solutions as the company’s Business Manager in 2017. In this role, Ms. Smith provides a wide variety of support services to the execu-tive team and helps guide the growth,

e�ciency, and administrative needs of Tomahawk. Previously, Ms. Smith worked as a marketing professional in various roles, including Project Manager, Social Media Specialist, and Marketing & Event Coor-dinator. She also has experience in the �rearms industry, having worked for SilencerCo. Ms. Smith grew up in a law enforcement and military family and has seen �rsthand the incredible set of skills that retirees from both these sectors can o�er. She knows Tomahawk is serving more than just their clients by employing these experts and considers it an honor to work alongside these professionals. Ms. Smith holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. She and her dog moved to Nashville from Salt Lake City, Utah. With a passion for an active and outdoor lifestyle, Mr. Smith has enjoyed getting to know her new surroundings. You can usually �nd her running on the trails, biking, or climbing if she’s not sipping whiskey on a patio somewhere.

MATT COUFALIKSenior Vice President

JULIANNA SMITHBusiness Manager

Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Keith Walawender medically retired from the US military in 2014 a�er sustaining a serious injury during a combat operation. Before retiring, Chief Walawender served

15 years in the Special Operations community, including six years at SEAL Team TWO and over eight years at Naval Special Warfare Development Group. His tenure included ten deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom, and numerous other missions worldwide. Chief Walawender’s many combat commendations include the Silver Star Medal, two Bronze Star Medals with combat valor, two Joint Service Commendation Medals with combat valor, three Presidential Unit Citations, and numerous other joint and individual awards. Currently, Mr. Walawender serves as the Chief Executive O�cer of Tomahawk Strategic Solutions, which he founded with Ret. Chief Mike Biller to help serve those who are currently serving and to help corporate leaders provide safer and more secure environments for their employees and communities. Mr. Walawender also serves on the NRA Education and Training Committee as well as the NRA Military and Veterans’ A�air Committee. Additionally, he serves on the board for the Economic Crime and Cybersecurity Institute of Utica College. Mr. Walawender is a native of Dunkirk, New York. He enlisted in the US Navy in August of 1999 and graduated from Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training in October of 2000. He resides in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife and family.

B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R S B O A R D O F A D V I S O R SMICHAEL W. HAGEE

General, USMC (Retired) 

33rd Commandant USMC

WILLIAM (BILL) H. CARY

President and COO | GE Capital (Retired)

GEORGE K. KOLLITIDES II

Managing Director | A&M Capital

Former CEO | Remington Outdoor Company

DAVID M. COOPER

Command Master Chief, SEAL (Retired)

President | Karakoram Group

SUZANNE KELLY

CEO and Publisher | �e Cipher Brief

DAVID R. DUNCAN

President & CEO | Silver Oak & Twomey

MATT ZAMES

Former COO | JPMorgan Chase & Co.

Nicholas K. Pontikes is one of the original investors in Genus Oncology, and has been Chairman and CEO since September 2014.

Mr. Pontikes was previously CEO of Comdisco, a multibillion dollar technology services company.  Prior to Comdisco, he worked in mergers and acquisitions for Drexel Burnham Lambert and �e Blackstone Group.   He serves on several corporate and philanthropic boards including Tomahawk Strategic Solutions and �e University of Chicago Medical Center. Mr. Pontikes resides in Chicago, Illinois with his family.

Mr. McLallen has been the principal of Meritage Capital Advisors, advising corporations in structuring debt and private equity transactions

and providing strategic consulting, since 2004.    He is a Director of publicly-traded AerCap Holdings N.V. (AER-NYSE), and of Di�erential Brands Group Inc. (DFBG-NASDAQ).  Mr. McLallen is also a Director of Timeless Wine Company (the producer of Silver Oak, Twomey and OVID wines), adMarketplace, Worldwise Pet Products, Dutchland Plastics, among other privately held companies and philanthropic organizations.

He was an advisor to and Director of the Remington Outdoor Company from 2006 through June 2015 and served as Vice Chairman of the Board for the last �ve years of such period.    Mr. McLallen was a Managing Director of CIBC World Markets from 1995 to 2004, during which he was Head of Debt Capital Markets from 1997 to 2004, as well as Head of High Yield Distribution from 2001 to 2004.    Prior to CIBC, Mr. McLallen held positions at �e Argosy Group and Drexel Burnham Lambert.    Mr. McLallen received a B.A. in Economics and Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1988.    He resides in Nashville, Tennessee with his son.

NICK PONTIKESCo-Chairman of the Board

WALTER McLALLENCo-Chairman of the Board

Chairman and CEO | Genus Oncology

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