Strategic Public Safety Leadership for Complex Environments
Bridging the gap between operational reality and executive strategy. Delivering 25+ years of experience in risk mitigation, crisis management, and fiscal oversight to major institutions.
Charles J Leone
"With over 25 years of senior leadership experience, I have served as a cornerstone of public safety for Temple University, managing complex operations across urban campuses. My approach blends law enforcement expertise with Executive MBA business acumen, allowing me to bridge the gap between operational security and organizational strategy.
I specialize in transforming safety cultures. By leveraging data-driven strategies and stakeholder collaboration, I led initiatives that reduced crime by 50% across campus facilities.
Beyond the badge, I am a strategic planner and fiscal administrator, having managed annual operating budgets exceeding $28M. I currently serve as Board Vice-Chair and Treasurer for a nonprofit victim advocacy organization, applying my expertise in governance and financial oversight to serve the community."
“My goal is not to provide a 'one-size-fits-all' solution, but to partner with you to build a resilient, living security ecosystem.”
Strategic Solutions for Public Safety
Optimize your department’s efficiency, budget, and culture with a data-driven operational review.
Comprehensive Operations Audit: Evaluating management capabilities, staffing levels, and deployment strategies for maximum ROI.
Fiscal & Resource Strategy: Budget analysis and resource allocation planning.
Community Engagement Frameworks: Building trust-based safety models that align with modern public safety standards.
Policy & Procedure Review: Identifying gaps in current safety protocols to reduce organizational liability.
"Security by Design" consulting for new construction, renovations, and existing campus facilities.
Master Plan Consulting: Reviewing architectural blueprints to integrate safety features before ground is broken.
CPTED Assessments: Applying "Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design" principles to landscaping, lighting, and flow.
Technology Integration: Recommendations for modern access control, surveillance (CCTV), and alarm systems.
Vulnerability Stress-Tests: Identifying physical weak points in perimeter and building access.
Proactive threat identification and preparedness planning to ensure business continuity during crises.
THIRA & Risk Analysis: Conducting formal Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments to prioritize threats.
Hazard Mitigation Planning: Developing long-term strategies to reduce the impact of disasters and critical incidents.
Crisis Training & Tabletop Exercises: Leading command staff through simulated emergency scenarios to test readiness.
Community Preparedness: Designing programs to educate stakeholders on active threat response and safety awareness.
Initial 1-hour consultation to identify your safety challenges and scope potential solutions
Ways to Work Together
"Flat-fee engagements for specific deliverables like Safety Audits, Strategic Plans, or Security Assessment Reports"
"Custom quoted based on scope."
"Ongoing executive guidance for Boards and Leadership teams needing fractional Chief Security Officer (CSO) support."
"Monthly retainer."
"Focused problem-solving sessions for immediate challenges or second opinions."
"Hourly rate available upon request."
Safe Communities Strategy: Engaging with our neighbors at the newly opened Public Safety mini-station.
Mentorship: I developed and delivered leadership training to our command staff.
Collaboration with Partners: Participated on stage at the Philadelphia Police Academy Graduation, welcoming new police officers.
Community Involved: Engaged in the Children's Holiday Party for Our Neighboring Community for over 30 years.
Implemented community engagement initiatives that raised funds and boosted department morale. Participated in the 65-mile Ben to the Shore bike ride.
Community Involvement: Participated in the annual 5 K fun run around the campus.
Employee-focused: Initiated a significant event for the department's 50th anniversary.
Philanthropic Support: Participation from the entire department in the Ronald McDonald House's "Show Your Stripes" event.
Employee Recognition: Celebrating Our Department's Best at the ASIS Awards.
Recruitment-driven: Welcoming new police officers to our department.