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"Rich Hughbank combines a rich blend of operational experience and a thoughtful, innovative intellect. He is the consummate philosopher-warrior, comfortable in both the tactical environment - because he fully understands the nature of the grave threats facing the United States and is quick to get his hands dirty to combat it - as well as in the strategic ether formulating policy and teaching it to the next generation of policymakers and warfighters. I have counted on Rich as the Center's lead 'threat' instructor at United States Northern Command, and he is now the managing director of the Homeland Security Textbook Project. He has earned a spot among the few in academia to make operations-focused, sustainable changes in the way we think about security. Bottom line: Rich gets it."
Steve Recca
Director, Center for Homeland Security
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
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"Extreme Terrorism Consulting Director Richard J. Hughbank has developed several training programs on International Terrorism Threats and Response for the Anti Terrorism Accreditation Board. His personal experience in combating and responding to actual terrorist actions provides him with the first hand knowledge to develop accurate and realistic Counter Terrorism training. His vast experience in training troops and instructing responders makes XTC training an excellent choice and a wise investment for your organization."
John C. Sears, PhD, CMAS
Executive Director
Anti Terrorism Accreditation Board
www.goATAB.org
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"Major Richard Hughbank is an outstanding officer and a person of character. He serves as the Antiterrorism Officer for the United States Air Force Academy Cadet Wing responsible for the protection of over 4,000 cadets. While in this position, he�s significantly improved campus active shooter response actions, plans and procedures. His expertise in terrorism has accelerated the Academy�s ability to enhance force protection while balancing visitor access. I�ve relied heavily on his recommendations to improve security during large events like our football games where attendance exceeds 45,000 fans. Major Hughbank is a person that could help any federal, state or local organization with improving their readiness during times of emergencies."
Paul M. Ceciliani
Air Force Academy Antiterrorism Officer
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"His academic and personal expertise in the terrorism and insurgency arenas is extensive and proved invaluable to our team at the upper core level of instruction. Richard has outstanding communication skills and an innate ability to teach to the level of his audience ensuring the learning curve is reduced between him and his students."
Lieutenant Colonel William Muldoon
Assistant Professor
Department of Military Strategic Studies
United States Air Force Academy
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"I have known Richard since 2002 having first met in Afghanistan and worked together in the detention, interrogation, and subsequent movement of Al-Qaeda and Taliban terrorists to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. ...Richard proved a valuable resource to the Bureau in the War on Terror. Richard's expertise in the terrorism arena is extensive and worthy of an audience..."
Robert Fuller
Special Agent
Federal Bureau of Investigation
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"...[Richard] is professionally purposeful and innovative in implementing ideas and programs. He has a fine understanding of the role of the counselor in the realities of the clinical and school structure. He is a team player. He will go the extra yard. Richard demonstrates exceptional expertise with his understanding of terrorism. I have had the opportunity to dialogue with him and attend presentations where Richard has been the keynote speaker concerning this subject. It is evident that his knowledge of this subject is well received by the individuals attending these presentations. Indeed, he has become an expert in this subject. I am always extremely impressed by his critical thinking..."
Anthony F. Niosi, B.A., M.S., PD, PD, CSC
Professor of Education
Department of Counseling and Development
Long Island University
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"Richard Hugbank provides a passion and depth of understanding in the knowledge areas of terrorism, counter terrorism as well as intelligence that the FBI's InfraGard Program in NYC requested. His jaw dropping presentation to security professionals in mid town Manhattan cultivated and stimulated ongoing sessions of discussion and interactions. Our secure members were treated to this wonderful exhibition of brain power aligned with common sense and a passion for the protection of our Country. We would highly recommend Richard and look forward to having him come back asap!�
Joseph R. Concannon
CEO
NYC Metro InfraGard Members Alliance, Inc.
www.nym-infragard.us
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"In an effort to bring back Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape to the United States Air Force Academy, Rich was asked to assemble and develop a small group of cadre to execute two 36-hour trial training sessions during cadet summer training. Utilizing his expertise in terrorism, interrogations, and liaison operations, he was able to gather nine intelligence and counterintelligence operators and professional interrogators from military, federal, and civilian organizations to fully facilitate both classroom and practical exercises ensuring our students were physically and emotionally challenged throughout the duration of the training scenarios. His success not only garnered high praise but paved the way to over 1000 cadets being trained in the coming year as they prepare for combat operations in the War on Terror.�
Lieutenant Colonel William Winans, USAF
Combat Air Forces Weapons Officer
United States Air Force Academy
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"Rich reflects a perspective rooted in deep research and operational experience. This combination enlivened class discussions and fostered development of our critical thinking.�
Colonel Gene Stewman, USAF
Personnel Transformation Lead
NORAD-USNORTHCOM/J1 NSPS
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�[Richard] Hughbank knows his terrorists well. In his class, �Understanding the Threat', he wasn't afraid to toss out a controversial idea or theory and listen to� discussion while keeping it under control. He was receptive to new thoughts� I'd take another of his classes in a heartbeat!�
Michael Dowds
NORAD USNORTHCOM
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“Mr. Hughbank instructed a Master's level course through the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs on ‘Understanding the Threat.' This course... is sponsored by US Northern Command under the Homeland Security and Homeland Defense concepts. As a student and Naval Officer, the information that Mr. Hughbank taught was both relevant and preeminent to the mission at USNORTHCOM and my own professional development. Mr. Hughbank is well versed in a number of foreign and domestic terror groups and has a tremendous knowledge base about al-Qaeda, HAMAS, Hizballah, and other Palestinian Terror organizations and Islamic Fundamentalist groups.
Mr. Hughbank was always well prepared for each class session, teaching 30 senior Military Officers and Civilians that had specific knowledge of some of these terrorist organizations. He was able to speak professionally and practically on every subject discussed throughout the course of his lectures. In addition, he was able to prepare students by referring them to sources that provide greater fidelity. I would recommend Mr. Hughbank to anyone seeking information and assistance on terror groups and how to prepare against future attacks and subsequent responses.”
Lt Cdr Kameron K. Kerns, USN
HQs J54, NORAD USNORTHCOM
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"I am greatly appreciative of [Richard�s] dedication and expertise in the field of terrorism. The course, Understanding the Threat, provided a wealth of knowledge regarding the history of terrorist organizations and understanding terrorist networks, both foreign and domestic, of today's threat environment. [Rich] Hughbank is a dedicated professional and a phenomenal instructor who has inspired me to continue in my study of terrorist organizations."
Captain Jesse Falk, USA
Intelligence Officer
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“[Richard] provided knowledge of the enemy of the future. The insights into the cunning and dedication of the enemy were extremely valuable in devising a strategy to deal with Islamic attackers. [His] non-policitcal viewpoint enhanced his presentation. Richard presented as a forceful yet humble speaker with a message of warning to an unprepared populace.”
Detective Martin Martinez
Denver Police Department
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“Good program and presentation. A lot of experience to share and [he] brings a different perspective to negotiating with extremists.”
Jake Gaylord
CNT HQ Team Leader
Colorado Department of Corrections
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“Richard was a very well-spoken instructor with a lot of practical and educational expertise.”
Detective Teri Chavez
Negotiator
Denver Police Department
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“Interesting information about the use of female terrorists. Easy to understand information about Islamic terrorist groups. [Richard] held my interest, very spirited about the topic.”
Detective J. King
Broomfield Police Department
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“A lot of valuable information... Rich gave good intel for street officers. Very knowledgeable... Great.”
Investigator Amy K. Alfonzo
Jefferson County District Attorney's Office
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“Excellent presentation! Outstanding PowerPoint! Brought up outstanding topics to be discussed and further explored by local law enforcement.”
Deputy Rob Hedrick
Negotiator
Arapahoe County Sheriff Office
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"Quite informative. One of the best speakers I have heard in a while. [Rich] kept the class captivated, and the discussion was interesting from beginning to end.�
Officer Paul Timmons
Hostage Negotiator
Aurora Police Department
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“Very good - timely and detailed delivery... I think the focus on islamofascists as our present-greatest threat was right on. Good job! Very competent and well prepared. The same message needs to be delivered to police administrators and school executives (decision makers).”
Larry Gibson
Lantino Community Liaison - Intelligence Office
Boulder Police Derpartment
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“The presentation gave good insight into the world of terrorism... The presenter was very knowledgeable and has great commnication skills.”
Mark Lung
Patrol Officer
Denver Police Department
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“[Presentation] was a healthy reminder that all LEOs need on a regular basis. [Counter terrorism] needs to remain at the forefront of [all] law enforcement...”
Dave Hinz
Police Officer / RSO
Louisville Police Department
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“Outstanding presentation, well organized and delivered; very informative. Excellent presenter. Money well spent.”
Chris Wolf
Patrol Officer
Idaho Springs Police Department
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“Very knowledgeable and confident. This course is very good with the history of terror...”
Tim Fisher
Detective Sergeant
Garfield County Sheriff Office
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