Meet the Texas Security Experts Behind TAFIS

Our board combines decades of security experience with Texas business knowledge to help you build better security teams.

Our Leadership Team

Experienced security professionals dedicated to transforming Texas security

Michael Akens - Founding Partner
Michael Akens
Founding Partner
Vision & Strategy Lead
Security Experience
  • 25+ years private security & law enforcement
  • Former Director of Corporate Security, Fortune 500 company
  • Texas DPS licensing expert since 2005
  • Specializes in regulatory compliance & business strategy
Credentials
  • Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
  • Texas DPS Licensed Security Consultant
  • Former Houston Police Department Sergeant
  • MBA, Texas A&M University
Cindy McKnight - Managing Partner
Cindy McKnight
Managing Partner
Operations & Membership
Operations Experience
  • 15+ years security management experience
  • Former VP Operations, National Security Firm
  • Managed security for 200+ Texas businesses
  • Expert in operational efficiency & member services
Credentials
  • Certified Security Project Manager (CSPM)
  • Texas DPS Licensed Security Contractor
  • Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
  • BS Business Administration, UT Austin
Priscilla Rocha - Senior Partner
Priscilla Rocha
Senior Partner
Training & Certification
Training Experience
  • Former Texas DPS Training Coordinator
  • 12+ years developing security training programs
  • Trained over 5,000 Texas security professionals
  • Expert in Texas DPS standards & compliance
Credentials
  • Master Certified Instructor (MCI)
  • Texas DPS Master Training License
  • Curriculum Development Specialist
  • MA Education, University of Texas
Clint Allen - Junior Partner
Clint Allen
Junior Partner
Compliance & Policy
Compliance Experience
  • Former Corporate Security Director, Healthcare
  • 10+ years navigating Texas security regulations
  • Successfully licensed 150+ Texas businesses
  • Expert in policy development & legal compliance
Credentials
  • Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
  • Texas DPS Licensed Private Investigator
  • HIPAA Compliance Specialist
  • JD, Texas Tech University School of Law

How Our Board Guides TAFIS

Our leadership structure ensures Texas businesses get the best guidance

Strategic Direction

Setting goals and ensuring TAFIS stays focused on helping Texas businesses

Quality Assurance

Ensuring all services meet Texas DPS standards and our professional requirements

Legal Oversight

Monitoring Texas regulations and ensuring 100% legal compliance

Member Advocacy

Representing Texas businesses in security policy discussions

Our Collective Experience

Decades of Texas security expertise working for you

60+
Years Combined Security Experience
500+
Texas Businesses Helped
100%
Texas DPS Compliance Rate
24/7
Support Availability

"We've seen every mistake, every delay, and every success in Texas security licensing. Our experience becomes your advantage when building your internal security team."

Ready to Work With Texas Security Experts?

Our board members and team are here to help you build a better security solution