Wade Poland is a Veteran of the United States NAVY who has more than 30 years experience in self defense, tactics, situational awareness, and weapons.  Wade is a USCCA Certified Firearms Instructor, Next Level Training Affiliate Instructor, and a licensed Security Agent with the State of Michigan.  He works part time in Private/Executive Security and Law Enforcement and works full time as a corporate trainer who develops and delivers training courses in the corporate world.  Wade is also owner of TTS Fitness where he teaches Mixed Martial Arts, Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and other fitness, wellness, and defensive type classes. Wade is a longtime NRA member and avid hunter.

Lori Buchanan is a USCCA Certified Firearms Instructor & Range Safety Officer.  She is a student of The Law of Self Defense and is a firearm enthusiast.  She is a part time security officer and assists with self defense and de-escalation training.  Lori is passionate about teaching and believes in the motto "never stop training".  Lori is First Aid and CPR certified and is a Red Cross Instructor.  She is involved in many activities and organizations that support our military and veterans.  She is a member of American Legion Post 305 and the Blue Star Mothers of America.  Lori is a lifetime NRA Member.