Clay Kirk

Highly decorated U.S.

Air Force Security

Police veteran and Airman's Medal recipient recognized for heroism and life-saving actions while serving in the United States Air Force. Offers over 40 years of cross-functional experience across corporate investigations, executive Security Operations, force protection, and risk management. Proven track record directing emergency response, operational readiness, and high-stakes training program development through exceptional organizational skills and project coordination.

Elite Volant Scorpion

Cadre alumnus (predecessor to the Phoenix Raven mission) with extensive experience leading security operations in high-threat, global environments and running successful business operations with absolute accountability, adaptability, and confidentiality.

Investigator at Rainwater Holt & Sexton (2015-08 – Present)

Direct comprehensive field and desktop investigations for a high-volume premier litigation firm, managing an active caseload of complex personal injury, liability, and high-exposure matters with strict accountability and attention to detail.

• Conduct strategic, high-stakes interviews requiring strong interpersonal skills and effective communication with clients, expert witnesses, and adverse parties.
• Expertly uncover and secure pivotal physical evidence, photographic documentation, and official records to construct robust case files while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Analyze complex evidentiary chains and author definitive investigative summaries via written communication to validate liability, driving successful multi-million dollar litigation outcomes.
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint, Litify) to oversee the complete case evidence lifecycle under strict regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrate strong capacity for independent work while managing multi-jurisdictional case loads under tight legal deadlines.

Owner / General Manager at Kirk's Roofing (1992-01 – 2015-08)

Directed all business operations, risk management, and strategic growth for a successful construction company for more than 23 years, showcasing adaptability across changing market landscapes.

• Oversaw budgeting, financial forecasting, workforce staffing, and vendor management, leveraging Excel to consistently maximize ROI and operational efficiency.
• Enforced strict safety compliance (OSHA), managed project lifecycles through efficient project coordination, and supervised cross-functional crews to maintain high standards for quality control and operational accountability.

Volant Scorpion Cadre / Force Evaluator & Instructor at United States Air Force (1988 – 1991)

Selected for the elite Volant Scorpion force protection program, executing global Security Operations, asset protection, and specialized security in austere environments.

• Designed and executed ~30 Air Base Ground Defense tactical courses annually through precise organizational skills, training cohorts of 44–88 personnel for worldwide contingency operations.
• Developed advanced threat-based force protection exercises, readiness evaluations, tactical SOPs, after-action reviews (AARs), and delivered PowerPoint command briefings for senior leadership requiring polished effective communication.

Air Base Ground Defense Training NCOIC at United States Air Force (1987 – 1988)

Developed, implemented, and managed the comprehensive Air Base Ground Defense training program, utilizing a high degree of quick learning to adapt to shifting tactical theaters.

• Engineered combat-readiness scenarios and rigorously evaluated tactical procedures, physical Security Operations capabilities, and rapid-deployment preparedness.
• Recognized as NCO of the Year for exceptional leadership, operational excellence, and a strict attention to detail that yielded measurable improvements in squadron readiness.

Security Police Leadership Positions at United States Air Force (1982 – 1987)

Progressed through foundational law enforcement and security roles, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills as Desk Sergeant, Patrol Officer, Field Training Instructor, Evaluator, and Security Police Supervisor.

• Served as Incident Commander for emergency responses; supervised tactical communications, leveraged crisp written communication to draft detailed police reports, and secured high-value military installations.

Agricultural Business Studies Coursework – University of Tennessee Martin

General Studies Coursework – University of Maryland, College Park

Air Base Ground Defense Academy – Tactical Security Police Training – U.S. Air Force