Meet The Team

JOE BUDNIK

Vice President of Operations

North & West Michigan, Indiana

“My favorite part about working at DK is that things are always changing. Every day is different.”

Education:
Bachelors of Science: Criminal Justice
Grand Valley State University

Extracurriculars:
Hunting, fishing, and spending time with my family

Specializations:
Active Shooter Response, Armed Operations, Campus Crime Prevention, College/University Campus Security, CPL Firearms, Defense Tactics Instructor, Emergency Response Planning, Event Management, Executive Protection, Explosives Recognition, Health Care Security, Hostile Operational Surveillance, Interrogations, Investigations, Judicial Security, Military Security, Parking Security Services, Security Operations, Strike Security, Surveillance, Threat Analysis, Tribal Security and Partnerships

Board Of Director Appointments:
Careerline Tech Center – Security Board Member
Lakeshore Security Council – Advisory Council Member

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Vice President of Operations
Director of Operations
Deputy Director of Operations
Senior Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Assistant Operations Manager
Security Supervisor
Security Officer
K-9 Handler (2001)

NICK GOOLSBY

ACCOUNT DIRECTOR

“My favorite part of working at DK Security is each day being a new challenge and being able to challenge myself to give our officers the best opportunity to succeed.”

Education:
Stoney Creek High School – Rochester, MI

Extracurriculars:
Golfing, traveling, and non-profit work

Specializations:
Armed Operations, CCTV, CPR Instructor, Defense Tactics Instructor, Event Management, Executive Protection, Health Care Security, Investigations, Military Security, Security Operations, Surveillance

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Account Director
Senior Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Armed Security Officer (2020)

JOHNNY KENDALL

Director of Marketing & Business Development

“I’m extremely proud to be in the family business, which was co-founded by my dad the year I was born. Although I’m the only family member in the business today, I’m blessed to be able to call many of my coworkers, ‘family.’ I wouldn’t want to be working anywhere else.”

Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Business – Hope College

Extracurriculars:
I like to spend my time where there’s sun and sand, unless if it’s on the golf course.

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Director of Marketing & Business Development
Human Resources and Operations Manager
Recruiter
Human Resources Assistant (2011)

daniel verlin

Director Of Operations

Mid Michigan

“I am passionate about keeping my clients safe and secure.”

Education:
Hospitality Management – Northern Kentucky University

Accreditations: DT / FEMA / ALICE / ETC.

Extracurriculars:
Likes to travel and spend time with his dogs

Specializations:
Access Control Systems, Active Shooter Response, Armed Operations, Automated Fire Systems, Campus Crime Prevention, CCTV, College/University Campus Security, CPL Firearms, Defense Tactics Instructor, Emergency Response Planning, Event Management, Executive Protection, Explosives Recognition, Health Care Security, Hostile Operational Surveillance, House of Worship Security, Interrogations, Investigations, Judicial Security, Military Security, Parking Security Services, Retail Security, Security Operations, Surveillance, Threat Analysis

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Director of Operations
Senior Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Executive Protection
Site Supervisor
Recruiter
Office Assistant
Site Supervisor (2015)

BRIGID SMITH

Executive Assistant & Investigations Manager

“We have a great team at DK Security. We all work together to get the job done. Our leadership does a tremendous job working with our clients along with our employees who represent the company every day in the field.”

Education:

Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice – Michigan State University
Paralegal Certification – Davenport University

Extracurriculars:
Spending time with family and friends, cooking, and travelling.

Specializations:

Security Law and Licensing Regulations
Medical Background Investigations
Paralegal

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Executive Assistant & Investigations Manager
Executive Assistant
Human Resources Assistant
Intern (2005)

JAYME NUNN

Director Of Compliance & Training

“The security industry always brings something new and exciting to the table. Playing my part on this exceptional team to offer safety and security for DK’s clients is an honor and a privilege. I look forward to each new day’s challenges and opportunities.”

Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice – Grand Valley State University

Extracurriculars:
I enjoy water skiing in the summer and cross-country skiing in the winter!

Specializations:
Access Control Systems, Armed Operations, Automated Fire Systems, CCTV, College/University Campus Security, CPL Firearms, CPR Evaluator, Emergency Response Planning, Event Management, Executive Protection, Health Care Security, Investigations, Military Security, Security Operations, Threat Analysis.

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Director of Compliance & Training
Operations Manager
Control Room Operator
Security Supervisor
Security Officer (2015)

LUKE BOWEN

Director Of Operations

North & West Michigan, Indiana

“I like being able to work with many different individuals, but there’s still a family atmosphere at DK.”

Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice – Grand Valley State University

Extracurriculars:
I’m an Ohio State football fan who likes to hunt, fish, and attend concerts. Go Buckeyes!

Specializations:
Access Control Systems, Armed Operations, Automated Fire Systems, CCTV, CPL Firearms, CPR Evaluator, Executive Protection, Interrogations, Investigations, Organized Retail Crime, Retail Security, Security Operations, Surveillance, Threat Analysis.

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Director of Operations
Account Director
Loss Prevention Manager
Loss Prevention Supervisor
Loss Prevention Detective (2015)

NANCY RHODES

Vice President of Human Resources

“It is an honor to work for a Christian based company where the owners are caring and compassionate to all employees, as well as giving back to the community.”

Education:
Graduated from Muskegon Community College & Cornerstone University

Extracurriculars:
Shopping, reading, and watching HGTV for new home decorating ideas!

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Human Resources Director
Human Resources Manager
Background Screening & HonorLine Manager
Administrative Assistant (1999)

ZACH SIMONS

Senior Vice President

Chief Financial Officer

“My favorite part about my job is that every day presents new challenges and obstacles as we continue to grow the business.”

Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Accounting – Grand Valley State University
Master of Business Administration – Baker College

Extracurriculars:
Golfing, fishing, and playing outdoor games.

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Senior Vice President / CFO
Controller
Financial Analyst (2011)

elias williams

Vice President of Operations

East Michigan, Ohio

“My favorite part of the job is that every day is different and presents a new challenge.”

Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Business & Music – Aquinas College

Extracurriculars:
Enjoys reading, traveling, and playing guitar

Specializations:
Access Control Systems, Armed Operations, CPL Firearms, CPR Evaluator, Event Management, Executive Protection, Investigations, Judicial Security, Military Security, Security Operations, Surveillance, Threat Analysis

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

Vice President of Operations
Account Director
Senior Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Command Center Supervisor
Security Officer (2014)

sindia narber

chief executive officer

“I love how every day is different. With all of the people that work for us and all of our clients, you never know what challenge you will face each day.”

Board of Director Appointments:
Silent Observer – Chairperson

Memberships:

Inforum, West Michigan Chapter
West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Society of Human Resources Management
American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS)

Extracurriculars:
I love to read, travel, spend time with my grand kids, and cook  for my family!

Experience – Career Path at DK Security:

CEO
Sr. Vice President of HR/Operations
Vice President of HR/Administration
Director of HR/Administration
HR Manager
HR Assistant (2003)

Kevin Belk

Senior Vice President

“My favorite part about my job is working with the great employees of DK Security. I appreciate their commitment to meeting the security needs of our clients and seeing young people grow and develop into leaders in this great company.”

Kevin joined the DK team in 2016 as the Senior Vice President, overseeing the Investigative and Armed Divisions, as well as Special Operations. He spent 35 years in law enforcement and was eventually promoted to Chief of Police in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Law Enforcement Career (Bottom to top):
Grand Rapids Police Department
– Police Chief
– Police Captain
– Investigative Division Commander
– Police Lieutenant
– Police Sergeant
– Police Officer

Memberships:

Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police
Police Executive Research Forum
American Society of Industrial Security
FBI National Academy Associates, Inc

Education:
Associate of Arts – Criminal Justice – Grand Rapids Junior College
Grand Valley State University – Police Academy
Bachelor of Science – Criminal Justice – Grand Valley State University
FBI National Academy, Quantico, Virginia

Extracurriculars:
Spending time with family, traveling, and relaxing at the cottage.

Sindia Narber

CEO

ZACH SIMONS

Senior Vice President / CFO

Kevin Belk​

Senior Vice President

Elias Williams

Vice President of Operations

East Michigan, Ohio

JOE BUDNIK

Vice President of Operations

North & West Michigan, Indiana

NANCY RHODES

Vice President of Human Resources

JOHNNY KENDALL

Director of Marketing & Business Development

LUKE BOWEN

Director Of Operations

North & West Michigan, Indiana

DANIEL VERLIN

Director of Operations

Mid Michigan

JAYME NUNN

Director of Compliance & Training

NICK GOOLSBY

Account Director

BRIGID SMITH

Executive Assistant & Investigations Manager

Kevin Belk