Mr. Robin C. Nagele, M.A.
Dunedin, FL 34698
Office: 727-307-4757
Robin C. Nagele, M.A., is the Principal and Founder of Nagele Security Advisors, LLC, a U.S. Small Business Administration-certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB), specializing in premises liability, negligent security, and physical security standard of care litigation. A retired U.S. Army Military Police Corps Sergeant Major (E-9) and Bronze Star Medal recipient, Mr. Nagele attained the Army's highest enlisted rank in an unprecedented 18 years, a distinction achieved by fewer than 1% of all enlisted soldiers. He served as NCOIC of Nuclear Physical Security Operations with formal Army certification in Intrusion Detection System Operations, and previously served as Corporate Physical Security Manager at Starbucks Coffee Company Headquarters, responsible for more than 10,000 employees and 60+ critical facilities worldwide.
As a member of the International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC), Mr. Nagele applies the IAPSC Forensic Methodology — a consensus-based, peer-reviewed framework reviewed and accepted by multiple Federal District Courts throughout the United States — to every engagement. His forensic opinions are grounded solely in the evidence and the established Standard of Care, ensuring testimony remains credible, unbiased, and defensible under the most rigorous cross-examination. He is available for retention by both plaintiff and defense counsel.
- Crime Foreseeability
- Deadly/Excessive Force
- Homeowners Association
- Hotel Security
- Inadequate/Negligent Security
- Premises Liability
- Security Guards
- Security Management
- Violent Crimes
- Workplace Violence
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: Master of Arts, Business & Organizational Security Management — Webster University, 2016
Master of Arts, Management & Leadership — Webster University, 2012
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice — Excelsior College, 2003
U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy — Class 55 Graduate, 2005
U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Certification
U.S. Army Intrusion Detection System Operator Certification — 172 Hours
U.S. Army Entry Control Custodial Agent Certification — 72 Hours
LEOSA Credentials (H.R. 218)
Situational Awareness Specialist — Advanced Practitioner (SAS-AP), Arcuri Group
CJSTC — Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, State of Florida
SDVOSB/VOSB Certified — U.S. Small Business Administration, 2026
Member, International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC) - Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: Member, International Association of Professional Security Consultants (IAPSC) — 2026 to Present
Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) — U.S. Small Business Administration, 2026
Certified Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) — U.S. Small Business Administration, 2026
LEOSA / HR 218 — Retired Federal Law Enforcement Carry Status
Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission (CJSTC) — State of Florida
Situational Awareness Specialist — Advanced Practitioner (SAS-AP), Arcuri Group
Sergeant Morales Club — U.S. Army Europe and Seventh Army, 1994 - Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
- A: Guest Speaker: Florida Association of Licensed Investigators (F.A.L.I Conference 2026)
Guest Speaker, Binghamton University — Feb 2017
Guest Speaker, Hillsborough Community College — 2012 - Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
- A: No
- Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
- A: 4
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Negligent Security, Premises Liability, Standard of Care
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
- A: 50%
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
- A: 50%
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: N/A
- Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
- A: None
- Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
- A: None
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: <1
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: Forensic Litigation Support: Providing objective analysis for both plaintiff and defense counsel in premises liability and negligent security matters.
Comprehensive Expert Reports: Authoring detailed, evidence-based Rule 26 (and state-equivalent) reports supported by technical findings.
Site Inspections & Ground-Truthing: Conducting physical site audits to reconcile administrative security policies with actual site-level performance.
Standard of Care Evaluation: Analyzing adherence to industry standards, internal policies, and statutory requirements (including Florida HB 837).
Forensic Evidence Review: Performing deep-dive synchronization and analysis of discovery materials, including CCTV, post orders, and incident reports.
Deposition & Trial Testimony: Providing clear, defensible, and authoritative expert testimony based on rigorous forensic methodology.
Security & Risk Consulting: Strategic advisory on workplace violence prevention, security staffing optimization, and organizational governance.
IAPSC Forensic Methodology: Applying a consensus-based, peer-reviewed five-phase forensic framework reviewed and accepted by multiple Federal District Courts throughout the United States. - Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: Initial consult free (30 Minutes)
$475. - Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
- A: $475.
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
- A: $550.
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
- A: $550.
- Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
- A: - Travel Time: Billed at $240.00 per hour (50% of the standard hourly rate).
- Mileage: Billed at the current IRS standard rate.
- Direct Expenses: Airfare, car rental, lodging, and parking are billed at actual cost.
- Per Diem: A daily meal per diem of $175 applies for overnight travel.
Available Upon Request