Meet our Tactical Team

The Survival University’s Tactical Team is composed of former special operations professionals with years of real-world experience in high-risk environments. These instructors bring advanced knowledge in tracking, counter-surveillance, and unconventional training. Their expertise provides students with a rare perspective and skillset that goes far beyond traditional wilderness survival.

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"SLO"

DIRECTOR OF TACTICAL PROGRAMS

With over 25 years in defense, security, and special operations, SLO brings unmatched experience and intensity to every program he leads. From high-stakes missions to training soldiers and diplomats, he has dedicated his career to preparing others to perform when the pressure is highest.

 

With over 25 years of experience in defense, security, and training, SLO has built a career defined by leadership, adaptability, and expertise in high-pressure environments. He served 10 years in the U.S. military as a Team Sergeant within the Special Operations community, where he led small teams through complex missions requiring precision, resilience, and strategic problem-solving. Following his military career, he spent 5 years as a Department of Homeland Security Agent, protecting the nation against evolving threats.

For the past decade, SLO has worked as a government security contractor, leveraging his operational background to enhance security measures and support mission-critical initiatives. His career has also included extensive experience in Diplomatic Security and training both foreign and domestic soldiers, as well as diplomats, in self-reliance and survival techniques for austere and unpredictable environments.

Drawing on decades of operational knowledge, SLO continues to specialize in leadership development, security operations, and survival training, preparing individuals and organizations to succeed under the most challenging circumstances.

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Chris, veteran with 21 years of military service, wearing tactical gear and sunglasses in a training environment.

Chris "Red"

Tactical Programs Project Lead

Chris “Red” brings 21 years of military service to The Survival University, now leading the Urban Survival Course with a focus on practical preparedness. He teaches no-nonsense strategies that help everyday citizens stay safe, self-reliant, and resilient in times of crisis.

 

Chris brings 21 years of military service and experience to TSU and the newly created Urban Survival Course. His passion for preparedness and survival has been honed through years of rigorous training and deployments, and he now brings these skill sets to the public in a practical, no-nonsense format designed for everyday citizens. Whether teaching how to secure clean water in an urban blackout or guiding students through emergency evacuation plans, Chris focuses on real-world strategies that empower individuals and families to stay safe, self-reliant, and resilient in times of crisis. 

 

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Kenny "KG"

Wilderness & Tactical Skills Instructor

Kenny “KG” is a 21-year military veteran and former Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician who supported both Conventional and Special Operations units around the world. With experience ranging from arctic survival to advanced demolitions, he brings a calm, focused approach to high-pressure environments.

Kenny “KG” grew up in a military family, splitting his time between a ranch in New Mexico and a small town in Texas. If he wasn’t on a ball field, he was outdoors with a rifle in hand. His grandfather, a veteran, taught him the value of hard work, self-reliance, and living close to the land through lessons in homesteading, wilderness skills, and survival.

Following in his family’s footsteps, Kenny joined the military and spent 21 years as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal technician. He supported both Conventional and Special Operations units in high-risk environments where precision, composure, and split-second decision-making could mean the difference between life and death. His experience spans mountaineering, designated marksmanship, arctic survival, helicopter operations, intelligence gathering, combat scout tracking, and advanced demolition techniques.

While stationed in Alaska, he rediscovered his love for backcountry living and began pushing his limits in remote terrain. A near-fatal incident that left two of his teammates stranded with little gear or training reshaped his approach to readiness. From that point on, his unit trained alongside military and civilian SERE specialists to ensure they could handle any situation in any environment.

Outside of service, Kenny spends as much time as possible backpacking and overlanding. He and his wife, a fellow servicemember and breast cancer survivor, roam the western states in search of remote campsites and the world’s best biscuits and gravy. A passionate mentor, Kenny also holds multiple coaching certificates and works with Wounded Warriors through adaptive sports and personal development programs.

Kenny teaches to pass on the lessons his teams learned the hard way. His goal is simple: to prepare people to stay calm under pressure, make smart decisions when everything is on the line, and find confidence in the most uncertain environments.

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Jimmy-Dunn

JIMMY DUNN

PARK RANGER RETIRED - TACTICAL TRACKING INSTRUCTOR

Jimmy Dunn has been in LEO with the National Parks Service since 1996 until her retired in 2021. He worked tracking operations along the Mexican border and as a former Team Leader for multi-agency tactical tracking units. As a field training officer, he has trained groups of law enforcement officers in tactical tracking in a wilderness environment.

Jimmy Dunn spent over 20 years as a law enforcement officer with the National Park Service and was trained by world renowned tracker David Scott-Donelon and instructed for him for four years. During that time he accumulated a wide variety of skills, training, and experience. He worked closely with the local Sheriff’s Office, serving on their Special Response Team (SRT), and further developed as team leader for the county’s multi-agency Tactical Tracking Unit. Jimmy worked closely with local Search And Rescue (SAR) teams with high angle rescue as the primary responsibility. He also served as part of the National Park Service Special Event Tactical Team (SETT) in the Southeast Region and was the primary tracker for the team. SETT is responsible for a number of security and tactical operations in a wide range of events. Border security, drug interdiction, presidential inaugurations, and protests are just some of SETT’s responsibilities.

Jimmy has been involved in tracking operations over that time as well, both tactical/high risk and SAR. He has trained members of the US military, law enforcements agencies, and SAR teams in both individual and team tracking techniques. He is a tactical tracking instructor, a FLETC-certified firearms instructor, and FLETC-certified tactics instructor. In addition to his agency instructorships, he has taught survival skills for many years.

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Pete

ARMY SPECIAL FORCES - TACTICAL INSTRUCTOR

Pete is a highly skilled professional with a distinguished background in the US Army Special Forces, serving as both a Medic and Sniper. He’s also a Mountaineering Instructor and Crisis Response Specialist, capable of leading in the most challenging environments. A Nationally Registered Paramedic, Pete is dedicated to training and resilience, with expertise in areas like combat driving and gunsmithing. Beyond his impressive career, he’s a devoted husband and father of four, balancing his professional and personal life with integrity.

Pete is a highly skilled and versatile professional with a distinguished background in the US Army Special Forces. With extensive experience as a Medic and Sniper, Pete has honed his expertise in some of the most demanding and specialized fields. As a Mountaineering Instructor and Crisis Response Specialist, he has proven his ability to navigate and lead in challenging environments.

Beyond his military service, Pete has continued to develop a wide range of skills. He’s a Nationally Registered Paramedic, and a HAM Radio General Class Operator. His commitment to training and resilience is evident as a Master Resilience Trainer and Special Operations Combatives Program Instructor.

Pete's dedication extends to his personal life as well. A devoted husband and father of four, he balances his professional accomplishments with his role as a family man and homesteader. Whether it’s teaching combat driving, perfecting his gunsmithing craft, or mentoring others, Pete brings a wealth of experience, discipline, and integrity to every endeavor.

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In chaos, most people freeze. My job is to teach you how to move, think, and act when everything around you is falling apart.”

-Slo, Director Of Tactical Programs

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