With over 30 years experience working in the law enforcement arena and then additional years in the security field, Dottie brings a new set of eyes to observe, document, and inform clients of their areas of vulnerability in their physical structure and environment. This includes review of policies related to security, interview of staff to determine the security culture within the organization, and identifying all current devices/tools installed or utilized as part of their security infrastructure.

Dottie will work with agency leaders to identify why and how to formulate a Threat Assessment Team (TAT) for your business. She will assist you in identifying the roles of a TAT, what skill sets are needed at the table, who in the company or community would be the right person to assist in assessing and managing threats, and when to call the TAT into action.

For example, as of July 2025 in Indiana, school districts are required by state law to have a Multi-disciplinary Threat Assessment Team (MATAT). These teams are composed of individuals with expertise in various areas, including school security, administration, education, counseling, mental health, and law enforcement, according to the Indiana Code. The purpose of the MATAT is to systematically identify, assess, and intervene with students who may pose a threat to themselves or others.