Michael Rood
Bentonville
Summary
Honorably retired after 27 years of dedicated service as a Police Officer and Police Sergeant, possessing extensive knowledge and experience from a department of 196 sworn officers. Recognized for strong verbal and written communication skills. The law enforcement career provided invaluable life experiences from a diverse perspective, fostering a unique ability to navigate complex situations with poise. Currently transitioned into roles as an Executive Protection Specialist, Licensed Private Investigator, Qualified Manager and CPI (Certified Professional Investigator), ready to leverage this rich background in new challenges.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Private Investigator, Qualified Manager
MCR Investigations & Consulting LLC
Antioch, CA, USA
08.2022 - Current
- Achieved successful case resolutions through meticulous investigation techniques. Delivered comprehensive reports that informed client decisions. Enhanced investigative methodologies to improve overall effectiveness and client trust.
- Assisted teams in completing projects on schedule and within budget. Supported project coordination efforts to enhance team collaboration. Contributed to problem-solving initiatives to improve project outcomes.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to gather evidence and support criminal case development.
- Achieved successful resolution of civil investigations through meticulous evidence analysis and strategic collaboration. Delivered comprehensive reports that informed decision-making and supported legal compliance. Enhanced investigative efficiency by implementing best practices in evidence management.
- Facilitated legal investigations for clients involved in divorce proceedings for positive settlements in favor of my clients.
- Analyzed financial records and conducted asset investigations to uncover discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
- Achieved heightened security awareness through proactive surveillance initiatives. Enhanced incident response capabilities by implementing comprehensive monitoring systems. Improved overall safety standards through diligent oversight and risk assessment.
- Achieved successful recoveries of missing persons through effective collaboration with law enforcement and community groups. Enhanced search efforts by implementing innovative outreach strategies. Increased public engagement and awareness, resulting in improved reporting and support for missing persons initiatives.
Executive Protection Agent
10.2021 - Current
- Identified, surveilled, and questioned shoplifters within limits of store policies.
- Helped implement revamped programs involving risk management, HR, and other departments for comprehensive and successful loss prevention approaches.
- Conducted in-depth investigations into identified and suspected cases of theft.
- Monitored vendors for signs of fraud, conducting surveillance and reviews to evaluate suspicious behaviors.
- Monitored function of security system and addressed problems to eliminate loopholes.
- Armed and personal protection to properties, assets, individuals and families.
Police Officer and Police Sergeant
Richmond Police Department
Richmond, CA, USA
04.1994 - 07.2021
- 27 Years of Service.
- K-9 Unit Handler and Supervisor
- Property Crimes Detective
- Robbery Detective
- Homicide Detective
- Regulatory Unit Supervisor
- Patrol Officer
- I have extensive experience working in a patrol function. My experience consists of but not limited too, patrol officer, street supervisor, watch commander and critical incident commander. I spent 2 years in the Property Crimes Unit investigating fraud, burglary and auto theft cases. During this time I learned how to manage complex cases with multiple.
- Worked in a very busy department of 196 sworn officers.
Education
CPI, Certified Profession Investigator -
California Association of Licensed Investigators
California 08-2025
Multiple Professional Law Enforcement Certificates - Municipal Policing
California POST
01-2020
Basic, Intermediate And Advanced POST Certificates -
California POST
Sacramento10.2016
POST Sherman Block, SBSLI Class 349 -
California POST
Concord03-2014
CPTED Basic And Advanced -
NICP
Topeka, KS01.2011
POST Supervisor Course -
California POST
Sacramento01.2011
POST Officer Involved Shooting Investigation -
California POST
San Diego01.2007
POST Homicide Investigation - 40 Hours -
California POST
San Jose03-2006
POST Fraud Investigation Course - 40 Hours -
California POST
San Jose01.2004
POST Police Academy Certification - Criminal Justice
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA06-1996
General Education And Criminal Justice Courses - Criminal Justice
Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA01-1995
High School Diploma -
De Anza High School
Richmond06-1991
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution Experience
- Executing comprehensive background assessments
- Extensive experience with personnel issues and IA investigations
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Private Investigator - Qualified Manager
- CPTED assessment expert
- Complex Criminal Investigations
Additional Information
- California Private Investigator, Qualified Manager, CPI CA PI #189379
- Idaho Private Investigator
- Arizona Private Investigator, Qualified Manager, AZ PI #1828696 (Pending State Issuance of License)
- Arkansas Private Investigator, Qualified Manager, AR PI# (Pending State Issuance of License)
- Texas Private Investigator, Qualified Manager, TX PI# (Pending State Issuance of License)
- California Security Guard License, #6575880
- California Security Guard Firearm License, #2662069
Affiliations
California Association of Licensed Investigators, CALI, Active Member
California Homicide Investigators Association, CHIA, Active Member
California Defense Investigator Association, DIA, Active Member
Florida Association of Licensed Investigators, FALI, Active Member
Texas Association of Licensed Investigators, TALI, Active Member
Professional Investigators Association of Idaho, PIAI, Active Member
Certification
- CPI - Certified Private Investigator, CALI
- CPTED - Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design, Expert
- California POST - Background Investigator
- California POST - Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Police Officer Certification
Timeline
Licensed Private Investigator, Qualified Manager
MCR Investigations & Consulting LLC
08.2022 - Current
Executive Protection Agent
10.2021 - Current
Police Officer and Police Sergeant
Richmond Police Department
04.1994 - 07.2021
CPI, Certified Profession Investigator -
California Association of Licensed Investigators
Multiple Professional Law Enforcement Certificates - Municipal Policing
California POST
Basic, Intermediate And Advanced POST Certificates -
California POST
POST Sherman Block, SBSLI Class 349 -
California POST
CPTED Basic And Advanced -
NICP
POST Supervisor Course -
California POST
POST Officer Involved Shooting Investigation -
California POST
POST Homicide Investigation - 40 Hours -
California POST
POST Fraud Investigation Course - 40 Hours -
California POST
POST Police Academy Certification - Criminal Justice
Napa Valley College
General Education And Criminal Justice Courses - Criminal Justice
Contra Costa College
High School Diploma -
De Anza High School