Brian Harpole served as a police officer in Texas for 14 years, holding a variety of assignments including patrol, tactical operations, criminal and narcotics interdiction, bicycle unit, training, and administration.
Over the course of his law enforcement career, he received more than 25 commendations recognizing Valor, Meritorious Service, Meritorious Conduct, Lifesaving, and Officer of the Year honors.
In 2008, Brian transitioned to the private sector as the Operations Manager for an elite Texas-based security firm.
In this role, he specialized in executive and personal protection for dignitaries, their families, and high-value assets, overseeing complex security operations across diverse environments.
Today, Brian continues to work globally as a private security contractor and trainer for non-governmental organizations through his company, Integrity Security Solutions.
His work has taken him to 5 continents, where he provides specialized training and operational support in protective services, intelligence, and emergency responses.
An honors graduate of Columbia College, Brian also earned a Master Peace Officer License from the State of Texas and is a graduate of both the International Law Enforcement School of Police Supervision and Southern Methodist University’s CAPE Intelligence Program.
He has completed more than 4,400 hours of advanced instruction in law enforcement and executive protection practices.
Beyond his professional achievements, Brian won more than 20 medals in the Police Olympics and has completed more than 325 endurance events across the United States.
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
03:15 Guest Background: Brian Harpo and His Security Credentials
10:35 Integrity Security: Training, Protocols, and Threat Response
33:07 Managing Risk and Legal Constraints in Security
50:20 Drones, Overwatch, and Day-of Event Security Setup
58:50 Incident Breakdown and Tactical Response
01:07:46 Security Industry Challenges
01:27:08 Shooter Timeline and Medical Emergency
01:44:02 Aftermath: Hospital, Injuries, and Recovery
02:13:21 Debunking Explosion Theories and Equipment Review
02:17:52 Media Mistrust, Speculation, and Transparency
02:33:13 Conspiracy Theories and Unanswered Questions
02:46:53 Final Reflections and Takeaways
