ABOUT
Over 22 Years of Expertise
At Proactive Prevention Strategies, LLC, we have a rich history of implementing proven proactive strategies to combat societal and crime problems. With a focus on evidence-based strategies, we aim to make a positive impact in communities and in the field of law enforcement.
Our journey is driven by a passion for creating safer communities. Through educational initiatives and strategic interventions, we work towards reducing crime rates and fostering a secure environment for all. Join us in our mission to build a better future.
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MISSION:
Welcome to Proactive Prevention Strategies, LLC, where we provide law enforcement professionals with evidence-based strategies to tackle crime and quality of life issues. With over two decades of experience in law enforcement, our mission is to expand our reach and offer educational resources and implementation assistance on these critical topics.
What Do We Do?
At Proactive Prevention Strategies, LLC, we prioritize a clear focus on addressing crime beyond traditional methods. We recognize the limitations of relying solely on law enforcement and the legal system. Our approach involves education and conducting detailed assessments and analyses to develop personalized proactive strategies that target the root causes of issues.
Our objective extends beyond addressing immediate concerns; we are dedicated to helping prevent future occurrences through tailored strategies and continuous monitoring. By implementing evidence-based policing techniques, we not only address current challenges but also work towards deterring and preventing future incidents. We want to ensure that law enforcement can have meaningful and sustainable effects on the reduction of violence and crime, and improvement of quality of life within their respective jurisdictions.
The global success of proactive, data-driven crime prevention strategies is well-documented. Despite this, many law enforcement practices do not fully embrace these effective approaches. At PPS, our mission is to bridge this gap by offering practical training to law enforcement professionals. We empower officers and agencies to adopt evidence-based policing methods tailored to their specific jurisdictional needs.
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Understanding what evidence-based policing is, and the value that it brings to communities and crime prevention is important. It is our goal to help law enforcement professionals learn, understand and use evidence-based policing strategies. Evidence-based policing (EBP) involves strategies that law enforcement can use to improve public safety, using the best available evidence to inform policing practices, policies, and decisions. EBP can help balance public safety, community needs, and taxpayer expectations.
How Do We Do It?
Being PROACTIVE is KEY! We concentrate on proactive problem solving, using proven evidence-based strategies.
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First - Data-analysis: We help law enforcement understand the importance of using data to make informed decisions, and how to do so. Identifying and analyzing helps identify problems, 'where', 'when', and even 'why', which helps determine proper resource allocation and deployment needs. Not only understanding the problems, but also underlying causes, can be instrumental in strategic responses.
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Next - Strategic response: We help law enforcement identify and deploy appropriate resources to the identified problems, offenders, crimes and/or locations. We can do this by providing educational instruction on evidence-based policing strategies, including (but not limited to) the concepts of the Sara Model, the Crime Triangle, Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), focused deterrence, etc.
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While there are many strategies and concepts that can be used, and we believe it is important to understand that there is not a ‘one size fits all’ strategy. That is why, here at Proactive Prevention Strategies (PPS), we help provide training, understanding, and knowledge of various strategies, and even assist with implementation with what works best for your agency, jurisdiction, and community.
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We also provide insight into the value of proactive collaboration with various stakeholders, who can play very important roles in crime deterrence and prevention. This can include local leaders, community members, other departments, educational institutions, etc. Having the knowledge and understanding of what these stakeholders can bring to the table is important to ensuring the continued long-term success of evidence-based strategies.
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Meet the Owner:
Want to know more about the founder/owner/CEO of Proactive Prevention Strategies, LLC?
Hello! My name is Mike Burgess. Thank you for choosing to follow my new consulting venture.
Here is a little about me and my professional background:
I’m an experienced law enforcement professional with over 22 years of expertise in criminal investigations, supervision, evidence-based policing, and community-centered crime reduction strategies.
I hold a master’s degree in Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis and a bachelor's degree in homeland security.
I have successfully led high-impact initiatives, including the Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative (RVCRI), achieving significant reductions in violent crimes and mental health incidents through data-driven, problem-oriented approaches.
I am trained and skilled in implementing strategies such as Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) and place network investigations (PNI), with a proven track record in leading investigative teams, managing complex cases, and fostering community partnerships.
Some of my professional expertise includes criminal investigations, background investigations, social media management, public information officer, large event management, and law enforcement training.
I whole heartedly believe that law enforcement is at a crossroads and needs to adapt their mindset to deterring and preventing crime, as opposed to trying to arrest our way out of crime. I intend to use PPS to apply my knowledge and skills to help and collaborate with law enforcement agencies, officers, and communities enhance public safety through proven evidence-based, data-driven approaches.
Services
If you are interested in having Proactive Prevention Strategies (PPS) provide you and/or your agency with training and/or implementation consulting, please feel free to contact us to discuss your needs!
Education / Training
Our training course is meant to provide law enforcement professionals with the knowledge and understanding of evidence-based policing strategies and how they can utilize it in to deter and prevent crime and other problems within their jurisdictions.
Implementation Consulting
Our implementation consultation is geared towards helping agencies with implementing evidence-based policing practices and strategies in a way that will meet the needs and goals of the respective agency.
Training & Implementation
Our training and implementation is a dual role strategy. This is where we provide your Officers with the education and training on evidence-based policing strategies, and what their roles are. AND we provide your agency with the guidance needed to implement evidence-based policing practices and strategies in a way that will meet the needs and goals of the respective agency.
Contact Us:
Get in touch with us for any inquiries or collaborations with
Proactive Prevention Strategies, LLC.
Michael Burgess, M.S.
Phone: (315)794-9719
Address: Oneida, NY 13421
Proud Member of the
American Society of
Evidence-Based Policing
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