ABOUT US
Priority Protection Group
How We Operate
Priority Protection Group (PPG) is a local security guard company that elevates the status quo in the security industry by giving our customers Intelligent, Intentional, and Effective Security Measures.
“I take it as a personal failure if any of our clients are slighted or undervalued. I won’t let that happen.”
Gordon Brennan
PPG President
Priority Protection Group was founded in Ogden, UT in 2022 by Gordon Brennan, a former U.S. Secret Service Agent and Army National Guard Veteran. Mr. Brennan was assigned to the New York Field Office where he worked in the Protection Advance Squad, Protective Intelligence Squad, and Protection Operations Squad before being assigned to the Presidential Protective Division. Priority Protection Group was initially a security consulting company guiding large local employers through behavioral threat assessments when employees demonstrated concerning behavior and warning signs of violence in the workplace. Throughout this consulting process, it became evident that Priority Protection Group would also need to provide security guards for these employers if situations deteriorated and required further preventative measures and response from armed security guards during times of higher risk or elevated levels of concern.
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Priority Protection Group has since become a licensed Contract Security Company in the state of Utah as well as a licensed Private Investigation Agency. We now have several multi-year private security contracts in a multitude of industries. We have been members of the Ogden-Weber Chamber of Commerce since 2023, where we were a nominee for “Start-up of the Year.”
Our Mission
Our mission is to elevate the security industry standards and meet the high expectations of our customers. We provide workplace peace of mind through intelligent, intentional, and effective security measures.
Our Promise
To demonstrate our commitment to that mission, we make The PPG Promise to all of our customers, which states,
“We elevate the security status-quo by providing our clients with greater emotional intelligence, intentional customer service, and constructive conflict resolution. PPG collects organizational intelligence, brings awareness to trending security concerns across your organization, and contributes to effective solutions - informing policies, procedures, and organizational improvement.”
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Values
1. Happiness Nurtures Productivity
2. United Effort Strengthens Partnerships
3. Discover and Create Solutions
4. Approach Adversity with Diversity
5. Compassionate Leadership
Our successes are found within our customers who receive quality and value in our intelligent, intentional, and effective security measures. We have seen successful years of elevating security standards for our customers who have expressed dissatisfaction with previous providers. These customers are from local governments right here in Utah, Weber School District, private schools, community centers, hotels, construction sites, and the manufacturing industry.
Our key differentiators are embedded in quality, value to the customer, and long-term commitment to relationships, where most security companies only differentiate with price – enticing customers to choose the lowest price and lowest quality. We offer sound, high-quality services at an economical, but realistic cost. We firmly stand behind our quality and refuse to sacrifice quality for profit – meaning we do not cut corners even when customers experience budget constraints. Priority Protection Group are good stewards of your budget available for security services. Priority Protection Group is the superior option for a best value result.
David Pisciotta, Jr.
Special Programs Manager
Mr. David Pisciotta, Jr. serves as the Special Programs Manager for Priority Protection Group (PPG), where he oversees advanced training programs, specialized protective operations, and tactical preparedness initiatives for both private and corporate clients. His extensive experience in law enforcement, emergency response, and professional instruction allows him to design and implement programs that meet—and consistently exceed—industry standards for performance, safety, and compliance.
As a former federal and local law enforcement officer and Emergency Response Team (ERT) member, Mr. Pisciotta brings a wealth of real-world expertise in protective operations, firearms proficiency, crisis management, and conflict resolution. His leadership ensures that PPG’s personnel and clients alike are trained not only in tactical competence but also in decision-making under pressure, situational awareness, and ethical response.
At Priority Protection Group, Mr. Pisciotta is instrumental in the development and delivery of firearm and tactical training programs, ranging from foundational courses for new security professionals to advanced-level instruction for Executive Protection teams. His programs emphasize both technical mastery and legal accountability, integrating federal, state, and local laws, as well as security industry regulations and best practices.
In addition to training PPG staff, Mr. Pisciotta regularly instructs corporate teams, school faculty, real estate professionals, law enforcement officers, and private citizens on topics such as workplace safety, threat recognition, emergency response, and personal protection strategies. His approachable teaching style and focus on practical, actionable skills have earned him recognition as a trusted authority and mentor in the field of protective services.
Through his leadership, Priority Protection Group continues to set the benchmark for professional training excellence and tactical readiness across Utah and the surrounding region.
DANIEL LONG
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
Mr. Daniel Long serves as the Director of Administration for Priority Protection Group (PPG), where he oversees the organization’s operational integrity, compliance programs, and personnel management systems. His leadership ensures that every aspect of PPG’s operations—from recruitment and training to project execution and client support—meets the highest standards of professionalism, efficiency, and accountability.
With over a decade of experience in private security operations, consulting, and incident response, Mr. Long has built a distinguished reputation for his ability to design, implement, and manage complex protective programs. His career includes overseeing large-scale security workforces, coordinating multi-site operational teams, and leading specialized training programs for both security professionals and civilian staff.
Prior to joining Priority Protection Group, Mr. Long was selected to develop and implement the first-ever K9 program for a major hospital system in Oregon—a pioneering initiative that integrated canine security into healthcare safety operations. His efforts significantly advanced the institution’s ability to deter violence and respond to emerging threats in sensitive environments.
A skilled instructor and public speaker, Mr. Long regularly delivers training on “Code Silver” response protocols—the healthcare industry’s standard for violent attack and hostage situations. He also provides active shooter prevention and response training for non-security personnel, empowering organizations to build proactive safety cultures through awareness, preparedness, and collaboration.
Mr. Long’s experience bridges the gap between tactical readiness and organizational leadership. His balanced approach—combining operational discipline with administrative precision—supports Priority Protection Group’s mission to deliver Intelligent, Intentional, and Effective Security Measures for clients across Utah and beyond.
GORDON BRENNAN
PRESIDENT:
Mr. Brennan is an authority in executive protection, behavioral threat assessments, workplace concerning behavior training, and relationship management. He advocates for security leaders to have a voice in shaping the culture and policies of organizations, making room for "workplace peace of mind" and reassurances of safety for employees.
Mr. Brennan is a former U.S. Secret Service Agent and Army Veteran. He holds a Master's Degree in Homeland Security, and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management. He is a member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) and is a licensed user of the Workplace Assessment of Violence Risk (WAVR-21), and Communications Threat Assessment Protocol (CTAP-25).
Mr. Brennan’s expertise is rooted in over a decade of service and leadership in the U.S. Army and the United States Secret Service, where he developed specialized skills in protective intelligence, dignitary protection, and threat management. His unique experience provides clients with practical, real-world insight into mitigating risk, preventing targeted violence, and fostering safe, resilient workplace environments.
He holds a Master’s Degree in Homeland Security and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, combining advanced academic knowledge with operational expertise. Mr. Brennan is an active member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) and is a licensed practitioner of the Workplace Assessment of Violence Risk (WAVR-21) and the Communications Threat Assessment Protocol (CTAP-25).
As a consultant, trainer, and public speaker, Mr. Brennan advocates for empowering organizational leaders to take a proactive stance in safety culture development—integrating behavioral awareness, early intervention strategies, and professional security measures. His approach emphasizes the concept of “workplace peace of mind,” where employees and executives alike can perform confidently in environments designed for both productivity and protection.
Under his leadership, Priority Protection Group continues to raise the standard for private security, executive protection, and threat management services throughout the region.
Michael Bowser
Threat & Risk | Private Investigator | Intelligence Management
Michael Bowser is a threat and risk expert specializing in behavioral assessment, investigative intelligence, and protective operations. At Priority Protection Group, Michael delivers structured threat assessments, due diligence investigations, and executive protection strategies for clients operating in high-risk or compliance-driven environments.
Drawing on a multidisciplinary background in intelligence management, national security, and behavioral threat assessment, Michael integrates Threat Assessment and Threat Management (TATM) principles and Structured Professional Judgment (SPJ) tools such as WAVR-21, TRAP-18, HCR-20V3, START, and B-SAFER to identify patterns of concern, evaluate risk potential, and design actionable mitigation strategies.
Michael’s fieldwork includes private investigations, physical penetration testing, social engineering operations, reputational risk analysis, and ensuring clients maintain resilience across operational, digital, intellectual property, and human domains. Michael’s analytical and investigative approach blends of structured analytical techniques, open-source intelligence (OSINT) collection, behavioral science, and protective intelligence to provide clients with practical, evidence-based insight.
Michael also advises clients on international travel risks and provides tailored briefings on geopolitical instability and protective measures for global movement. Michael provides strategic advisory focused on global risk and information environment analysis and teaches OSINT and intelligence tradecraft.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Intelligence Management from the Henley-Putnam School of Strategic Security at National American University and is pursuing a Master of Science in Intelligence Management.