Who We Are
Tom Gardner - CEO
Tom Gardner is a U.S. Air Force veteran with a distinguished background in elite protection. Serving as a K-9 and SWAT officer on a specialized police unit, he built the foundation for a career defined by discipline, leadership, and operational excellence. He was honorably discharged in 1985 after years of dedicated service.
Tom is a graduate of the Executive Protection Institute in Winchester, Virginia, and holds Nine Lives status—recognized as a leader among protection professionals. Since 2009, he has been a licensed private investigator and executive protection agent, serving clients with discretion and integrity.
With over 40 years of combined military and civilian leadership, including experience as a business owner, Tom brings operational insight and strategic vision to his role as President of Gardner Protective Services.
Outside the field, Tom is a dedicated family man and an active Elder in his church. He finds balance through fishing, camping, and golf—but his true calling remains rooted in service and protection.
GPS provides certified professionals
Core Capabilities
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Security Consulting Services
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Threat/Risk Assessment
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High Profile Protection
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Personal Protector
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Bodyguard
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Investigative Services
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Private Investigators
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Security Training
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Certified Training Instructors
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Uniform Security Services
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Armed and Unarmed Officers
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Texas DPS Private Security Bureau
State Certifications
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Security Consultant Services
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Threat/Risk Assessment
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Level 4 PPS Officers
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Personal Protector/bodyguard
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Level 3 Security Officers
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Armed Uniform
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Level 2 Security Officers
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Unarmed Uniform
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Qualified Security Manager
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Private Investigation
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Security Training
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Instructors
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Classroom
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Firearms
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Continuing Education Instructors
Major Commercial Clients
Non-Government
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Surveillance Camera Company
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Personal Protectors/bodyguards
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Armed Uniform Officers
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Private Investigations
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Workplace Terminations: Various Corporations
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Personal Protectors/bodyguards
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Private Investigations
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Jewelry Escorts
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Personal Protectors/bodyguards
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Asset Protection
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Pharmaceutical Conferences
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Personal Protection
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Courthouse Auction
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Personal Protectors/bodyguards
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Local Churches
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Armed Uniform Officers
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Personal Protectors/bodyguards
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What We Do Best
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Competent Core Management
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44 years of combined experience in:
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Special Forces
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Military Police
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Secret Service
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Federal Law Enforcement
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Civilian Law Enforcement
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Private Security
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State certified training coordinators
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Excellent past and present client history with performance-based processes