About us

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President & CEO 

Bernard Martinage started his first business at 9 years old selling door-to-door a product he created and used the profit to buy his first rifle. 4 Countries, many adventures, 12 books, 4 trademarks and a few patents later, Bernard is the co-founder of all brands and inventions that make up the Safe And Secure Group.

Brand Awareness Consultant

With decades of international business experience that took Cindy around the globe over 100 times, her talents include website design, fiscal responsibilities and is also effective at brand awareness. Cindy lends her experience to the Safe And Secure Group for the development and expansion of its brands.

Director, Law Enforcement Division

With almost two decades of firearm and defensive techniques experience, including being a detective currently assigned to special operations in a nationally known agency, Dan is a co-founder of Target Nation. A key contributor to product development, he also manages sales and relations with the Law Enforcement community.

Director, Social Media 

With over 2 decades of social media experience, Robert is one of Target Nation's co-founders. Robert's understanding of social market demographics, technology, and his great networking ability are key to Target Nation's online representation and community development.

Director, Customer Strategy & Support

Gifted with a creative and flexible mind, Janelle spent years at the prestigious position of American Express Platinum Concierge successfully assisting one of the highest-expectation clienteles in the world through difficult situations and travels. Janelle now supports initiatives for Target Nation's clientele.

Director, Education & Training

Bill Dalpe is a co-founder of Target Nation and also the founder and lead instructor at Patriot Firearms School & Defense LLC. Bill’s down to earth and humble approach to his teaching methods along with his experience and knowledge has gained him the respect of national firearm trainers.

Director, Manufacturing and Logistics

Mr. Bell has considerable experience with research, editorial needs, manufacturing and logistics. His vital contributions to the Board include to assist with writing posts for social media, research customer needs now and in the future, interface with manufacturers, to name a few.

Director - Indoor Range Division

Target Nation co-founder Bert Rosado occupies a unique position in the organization. As a former Olympic Shooter, International Gold Medalist, 24-year Army Flight Surgeon and Medical Doctor, Bert was key to develop Target Nation's VOICE (Vital Organ Impact Card Examinator), and now manages the expansion of Target Nation in the Indoor Range community.

CRSO, Product Research

With over two decades of firearm experience that includes being a co-founder of the DrOpZOne, having delivered instructor level training to over 600 firearm instructors from all branches of service, David Swanson is one of the key developers of the group. David Swanson is a co-founder of AVIEWnition and also SoloBLAST plus BlastBOARDS developed by the Group. 

Director, Engineering & Quality Control

With over 4 decades of engineering experience Ed Grissom is a co-founder of Easy Gun Rack and the manufacturing Director of the patented product line. He also was instrumental in the growth of the DrOpZOne, which encompasses two Tactical Bays, a 1,200SF ballistic shoot-house and a 1.5 miles amphibious jungle course.