While GM McJimson is known for his deep roots in Martial Arts, his experience goes far beyond that. This section explores the full scope of his education and professional journey and the mindset that helps shapes his approach to teaching.
Mr. McJimson, Ph.D.(c)FPSY candidate at Walden University specializing in Victimology is a Criminal / Intelligence Analyst and member of the Global Society of Homeland and National Security Professional. His academic achievement has provided him membership into numerous National Honor Societies.
Mr. McJimson is a proven leader, with over 30 years of experience in security operations. He established McLion’s Research Group LLC in April 2023 and operates as the CEO, Criminal Intelligence Analyst and Executive Protection Specialist in a wide range of personal protection training and operations. He possesses a considerable amount of knowledge in law enforcement and military operations regarding threats, strategies, risk assessment in personal protection, investigation, fugitive recovery, emergency management, counterinsurgency, counter surveillance, and counterintelligence.
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View David McJimson’s LinkedIn Profile for a complete list of his experience.
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Education​
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Forensic Psychology: Specialization Victimology
Grade: 4.0
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Activities and societies: Alpha Sigma Lamda Honor Society, Golden Key Honor Society, etc.
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(2) The University of Arizona Global Campus
Grade: 4.0
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Activities and societies: Alpha Sigma Lamda Honor Society, Golden Key Honor Society, etc.
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(3) Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Social and Criminal Justice; Minor in Psychology
Jan 2016 - Jan 2021
Grade: 3.85
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Activities and societies: ALPHA SIGMA LAMDA HONOR SOCIETY
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​MAGNA CUM LAUDE
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(4) Walden University
Master of Philosophy - MPhil, Forensic Psychology
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(5) IDF Tactical Command College
International Relations and Affairs
- Krav Maga and CBQ Tactics
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Licenses & Certifications
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(1) Security Executive Professional
Global Society of Homeland and National Security Professional
Issued Jan 2019
Credential ID: 313815
(2) Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2-RF-PCIR); the California Psychological Inventory (CPI); the Police and Public Safety Selection Report (PPSSR); the Personal Experience Inventory (PEI)
Private Contractor
Issued Feb 2018
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(3) Executive/Personal Protection Officer Lic.
Texas Department of Public Safety
Issued Jul 2015
Credential ID 00049268
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(4) Commission Officer Lic.
Texas Department of Public Safety
Issued Jul 2015
Credential ID 00049268
(5) Private Investigator Lic.
TxDPS
Issued 2016
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(6) RSO - Range Safety Officer
USCCA
Issued Dec 2024 · Expires Dec 2025
Credential ID USCCA Instructor- #262392
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(7) Texas License to Carry
Texas Department of Public Safety
Issued Jul 2015
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(8) Level 1, 2, & 3 Executive Protection Tactical Shooting
Chameleon Associates
Issued May 2016
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(9) Threat Assessment and De-Escalation Training
Chameleon Associates
Issued Apr 2016
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(10) Soft Skills for Executive Protection Agents
CHRISTIAN WEST-EP Access
Issued Apr 2023
Skills: Business Analysis · Analytical Skills · Requirements Analysis · Agile Methodologies
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Skill Set
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