Jim Göbel

Jim G. has extensive experience in security, transportation, and executive protection. Currently a member of the Board of Executive Protection Professionals Working Group since February 2022, Jim serves as CEO of G & Associates LLC, a firm specializing in secure logistics and transportation. Prior to this, Jim worked in various roles including providing secure transportation at Kentucky Executive Transportation Inc. and as a security officer and firefighter at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky. Jim founded Kentucky State Security Inc. and has a rich background in law enforcement, serving as a police officer and deputy sheriff. Educational accomplishments include certifications in criminal justice, emergency management, surveillance detection, and situational awareness training, alongside specialized scuba diving certifications.