David Parkinson

David Parkinson: Co-Founder and Instructor, Better Protectors Professional Experience David Parkinson is a United States Air Force veteran, a licensed Registered Nurse, and a personal safety instructor with over twenty years of combined military, medical, and training experience. His background spans law enforcement duties, physical security, detainee operations, emergency response, and tactical instruction. During his…

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Alan Hughes

Alan Hughes: Co-Founder and Lead Instructor Professional Experience Alan Hughes is a United States Army veteran and law enforcement professional with a career that has included local, state, and federal assignments. His experience spans investigations, tactical operations, dignitary protection, and multi-agency coordination. He has served as a detective, traffic homicide investigator, drug interdiction specialist, and…

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Church Safety Training in Pennsylvania

Article Summary: Churches across Pennsylvania work hard to create a safe and welcoming place for people to worship. Congregations in cities like Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, and Scranton often face different challenges than churches in rural towns or smaller communities. Our church safety training in Pennsylvania gives teams clear, practical skills they can use on Sunday…

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Church Safety Training in North Carolina

Article Summary: Churches across North Carolina work hard to create safe and welcoming environments. From Charlotte and Raleigh to Asheville, Greensboro, and Wilmington, every congregation faces different challenges based on size, setting, and community needs. Our training helps your team respond with clarity, recognize problems early, and handle emergencies with confidence. Better Protectors is a…

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