Daniel E. Tolson

USN, SOCOM, Ret. CAS

Security Specialist, Firearms Instructor
E-mail: BEEnterprises.LLC@yahoo.com

Daniel E. Tolson is a seasoned security specialist and firearms instructor with an extensive background in military and private security operations. He is the owner and president of Black Eagle Enterprises LLC, a weapons training and security company. A retired U.S. Navy veteran with over 20 years of service, Daniel has achieved an exceptional career, including:

  • Naval Special Warfare: Former SWCC boat captain and patrol officer, participating in two POTUS overseas security details. He played a key role in developing an enhanced emergency evacuation plan for the POTUS and Secretary of State during the G-8 Summit in Genoa, Italy.
  • Overseas Operations: In 2002, he was handpicked to augment NSW 11-Meter Special Operations Craft during Operation Enduring Freedom, completing 42 maritime interdiction missions, including 37 non-compliant boardings.

Post-Navy Career Highlights:

  • Blackwater Security Consulting (2003-2004): Assistant Operations Manager for U.S. Ambassador Paul Bremer’s security detail in Iraq. Managed personnel, logistics, and $17+ million in Department of Defense contracts.
  • Applied Marine Technologies Inc. (AMTI): Conducted threat and vulnerability assessments and developed terrorist attack scenarios for critical infrastructure facilities.
  • Ocean Hunter Group LLC: From 2010 to 2023, Daniel served as a firearms instructor on the Hawk Program, accumulating over 3,500 days in warzone deployments. He trained local guard forces, ERT/SWAT teams, and paramilitary units in weapons systems, tactical skills, and soft skills, including ethics, human rights, and leadership.
Geoff Turner

Geoff Turner is a United States Army combat veteran with 11 deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq from 2001 to 2010. As a member of the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division, he participated in initial invasions and led operations such as raids, reconnaissance, high-risk convoy escort, and counter-IED missions.

Career Achievements:

  • Combat Training: Extensive experience training indigenous personnel in physical security, defensive tactics, SWAT techniques, and foreign weapons instruction.
  • Advanced Instruction: Certified instructor through Semper Fi International, teaching man-tracking, land navigation, and tactical patrolling to law enforcement agencies.
  • Martial Arts: Over 12 years of boxing, Muay Thai, and sport fighting experience, combined with 10+ years of close-quarter battle training under Sgt. Maj. (RET.) Lawrence A. Jordan.
  • Law Enforcement and Tactical Training: Founded the Tried and True Tactical (T4) training system in 2015, focusing on law enforcement and civilian preparedness. Geoff’s real-world experience in combat, executive protection, and law enforcement positions him as one of the most well-rounded instructors in the region.

Geoff’s long-standing partnership with Daniel Tolson is built on mutual respect and shared experience in high-threat environments.

Julie Turner

Julie Turner is a retired U.S. Army Sergeant First Class with 20 years of military service, including three combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. She has also dedicated 18 years to law enforcement, serving in police and sheriff’s departments.

Military and Law Enforcement Expertise:

  • Military Police: Extensive experience in combat and garrison operations, including leadership roles in SWAT assault and sniper teams.
  • Law Enforcement Leadership: Served as an assault team assistant leader, sniper team leader, and field training officer. Worked in patrol, detective, and warrant divisions.
  • Academy Instruction: Certified firearms and CQB instructor with advanced law enforcement certifications from police and sheriff organizations. Graduate of the Police Law Institute.

Julie’s exceptional career reflects her dedication to safety, skill development, and leadership in high-pressure environments. Together with her husband, Geoff Turner, she brings unparalleled expertise to Black Eagle Enterprises LLC.