Our Team
Nine professionals with backgrounds in law enforcement, regulatory compliance, security consulting, and investigative journalism.
Robert Hayes
Founder & Lead Reviewer
Over 20 years in commercial security consulting. Founded TN Security Review in 2015 to bring transparency to Tennessee's security services industry.
Amanda Torres
Research Director
Former TDCI compliance officer with 12 years of experience overseeing security company licensing and enforcement across Tennessee.
James Mitchell
Industry Analyst
Tracks how AI surveillance, drone patrols, and integrated access control are changing the security industry. Eight years as a technology analyst.
Karen Wheeler
Nashville Bureau Chief
Covers the Nashville security market with over a decade of reporting on commercial real estate security across Davidson County.
Derek Powell
Memphis Bureau Chief
Nine years in Shelby County law enforcement before moving into security consulting. Brings firsthand knowledge of Memphis crime patterns.
Lisa Nguyen
Research Analyst
Handles data compilation from crime statistics to pricing benchmarks. Criminal justice degree from the University of Memphis.
Marcus Reid
Field Reviewer
Conducts on-site evaluations of security companies statewide. Previously managed security operations for a regional healthcare system.
Tyler Jackson
East Tennessee Correspondent
Covers Knoxville and Chattanooga, where manufacturing and tourism growth has driven strong demand for private security.
Brenda Collins
Consumer Advocacy Editor
Writes buyer guides and consumer protection content. Seven years with the Better Business Bureau before joining in 2021.