Kenneth M. Valentine

Kenneth Valentine retired from the United States Secret Service in 2020, having served as the Special Agent in Charge of the Dignitary Protective Division in the Office of Protective Operations. His illustrious career on the Presidential Protective Detail spanned ten years and three presidencies, during which he oversaw White House access controls and global operational security. Ken has been married to his wife, Sandra, for over thirty years, and they are blessed with five wonderful children.Post-retirement, Ken assumed the role of senior vice president at a regional bank, focusing on corporate security and operational risk management. Additionally, he dedicates his expertise to serving on the board of directors at The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, where he chairs the Operations & Law Enforcement Committee. A certified leadership trainer through the Pointman Leadership Institute, Ken imparts his knowledge through leadership teaching, training, and consulting. He serves at The Church at Brook Hills through teaching and committee membership. Ken also contributes to the board of directors at The WellHouse, a sanctuary for victims of human sex trafficking. Lastly, he lends his expertise as a member of the board of advisors for Base Molecular Resonance Technologies, bringing the early detection of substances like weapons, cancer, and illegal drugs to reality.Ken is the bestselling author of Cheating Death, also published by Post Hill Press. He holds an undergraduate degree from Purdue University, a law degree from Mississippi College, and certifications in leadership training from Harvard and American Universities.For speaking engagements and leadership consulting, Ken can be reached through www.KennethValentine.com.