Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Security Consulting & Training Services
VTI Associates was founded in 1998 to provide specialized security consulting, expert witness, and training services to corporations and legal professionals. With operational bases in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Nashville, Tennessee, we deliver tailored solutions for security operations, risk assessments, policy development, and litigation support. Our expertise spans use-of-force analysis, firearms training, and premises security, with a focus on hospitality, healthcare, and retail sectors. Our team, led by President Steven T. Baker CPP, PSP, PCI, combines over 37 years of field experience with nationally recognized training programs in defensive tactics, de-escalation, and active shooter prevention. We maintain active licenses in Tennessee, Nevada, and Texas, serving clients through forensic security consulting, vulnerability assessments, and customized staff development.Our investigative services support legal cases involving security failures, while our training division meets state requirements for security personnel certification. We prioritize practical, cost-effective security strategies that align with organizational culture and regulatory standards. Our expert witness services have been accepted in multiple states, providing objective analysis for both plaintiff and defense counsel. Through continuous innovation and adherence to industry best practices, we help clients mitigate risks and enhance operational safety. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing partnerships with public and private sector organizations nationwide.
Services
Security Expert Witness
Security Consulting
Training Courses
Investigations
Policy Development
Risk Assessments
Firearms Training
De-Escalation Programs
Use-Of-Force Analysis
Nightclub Security
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 37+ years of specialized security consulting and expert witness experience.
- Our team holds active licenses in Tennessee, Nevada, and Texas for nationwide service.
- We provide state-certified training programs exceeding industry standard requirements.
- Our expert witness services have been accepted in five U.S. states.
- We deliver customized security solutions for hospitality, healthcare, and retail sectors.
Associations and certifications
- ASIS International (CPP, PSP)
Services
Security Expert Witness
We provide expert witness services for premises security litigation cases. Our analysis covers crime foreseeability, standard of care, staff training, and security failures. Accepted in multiple states, we offer objective testimony for both plaintiff and defense counsel in cases involving shootings, false arrests, and security negligence.
Security Consulting
Our consulting services include vulnerability assessments, security program reviews, and policy development. We evaluate threats to organizations and recommend cost-effective solutions. Specializing in hospitality security, we address alcohol service standards, nightclub operations, and comprehensive security system evaluations for hotels and commercial properties.
Training Courses
We offer state-certified training programs for security professionals. Courses include firearms handling, defensive tactics, handcuffing, and de-escalation techniques. Our curriculum meets Tennessee, Nevada, and Utah requirements for concealed carry permits and exceeds industry standards for use-of-force training and active shooter prevention.
Investigations
Our investigative services support legal cases and corporate security needs. We conduct witness interviews, site assessments, and statement verification using advanced data analysis tools. Specializing in security-related litigation, we provide detailed reports and expert analysis for cases involving security failures, workplace violence, and premises liability.
Policy Development
We create customized security policies that integrate with organizational culture and regulatory requirements. Our programs ensure consistent security operations across hospitality, healthcare, and retail sectors. Policies cover emergency response protocols, staff training standards, and compliance with state and federal security regulations for commercial properties.
People
Steven T. Baker
President
Steven T. Baker, CPP, PSP, PCI, has 37+ years of security expertise. He specializes in expert witness testimony, forensic analysis, and security training programs. His experience includes risk assessments, executive protection, and litigation support across multiple industries.
Bryan Earl
Web and IT Services
Bryan Earl manages IT infrastructure and digital operations for VTI Associates. He supports security consulting services through technology solutions and maintains the company's online training platforms and communication systems.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate from Las Vegas, Nevada, and Nashville, Tennessee, with active licenses in Tennessee, Nevada, and Texas. Our services support clients nationwide through remote consultations and on-site assessments.
What security training programs do you offer?
We provide state-certified training in firearms handling, defensive tactics, de-escalation, and use-of-force. Our curriculum includes Tennessee Enhanced CCW, Utah CCW, NRA courses, and specialized programs for security personnel certification.
Can you assist with legal cases involving security failures?
Yes, we provide expert witness services and forensic analysis for premises security litigation. Our team has testified in multiple states on issues including crime foreseeability, standard of care, and security staff training failures.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on hospitality security (hotels, nightclubs, casinos), healthcare facilities, retail operations, and commercial properties. Our expertise includes alcohol service standards and workplace violence prevention programs.
Do you offer customized security policy development?
Yes, we create tailored security policies that integrate with organizational culture and regulatory requirements. Our programs ensure consistent security operations across multiple industries and property types.
