

CODY KESSLER
High-risk armed security operations • Field supervision & incident response • Use-of-force decision-making & defensive tactics • Active attacker response leadership • Effective communication & interviewing • Field training & officer development • Medical readiness & emergency support • Risk mitigation in high-crime environments
Cody Kessler brings a rare blend of medical readiness and high-risk security leadership to Lonestar Defense Group. With a background that includes three years in emergency medicine—two of those supporting emergency management/FEMA—and seven years of armed security experience prior to stepping into supervisory roles, Lt. Kessler specializes in high-crime, high-risk environments where calm decision-making and disciplined execution matter most. He joined Lonestar in 2022 and quickly became a cornerstone of field operations, earning Officer of the Year (2023) and the Chairman Award (2023) before being promoted to Sergeant (2023) and Lieutenant (2024). Known for strong leadership, tactical competence, and professional standards, he supports operations through training, mentorship, and performance accountability that ensures officers are prepared to protect people and property at the highest level.
