How Veterans Are Transforming Cities: Community Security Redefined w/ Rob Dyer

In this powerful episode of the Time to Head North Podcast, host Vince Vargas sits down with Rob, a military veteran and the founder of a groundbreaking security company that is transforming how communities approach safety. Unlike traditional security firms that focus solely on contracts and guard posts, Rob’s company embraces a community-first mindset, creating real, measurable change in neighborhoods.

Rob shares his personal journey, from serving as a Marine Corps F-18 backseater and working with special operations units to tackling challenges in the intelligence community and eventually launching his own security firm. His mission? To redefine security by building vibrant, safe communities through unconventional methods and an unwavering commitment to human connection.

This episode offers insights into:

- The failures of traditional security approaches and why a shift is needed

- How Rob’s company employs Afghan refugees and U.S. veterans to create meaningful, impactful jobs

- Real-life examples of neglected city blocks transformed into thriving business districts

- The importance of collaboration between security teams, local police, and community members

- Why redefining security means focusing on the "five senses" to measure community vibrancy

Rob’s approach combines innovation with empathy, creating a security model that’s about more than guards and surveillance—it’s about restoring trust and fostering growth. Learn how his team builds relationships with everyone from local business owners to the unhoused, creating safer environments for all.

Whether you're a business owner, a veteran, or simply someone interested in how safety impacts community development, this episode will inspire you to think differently about the role of security in our society.

Tune in to hear Rob’s story, his vision for the future of security, and the incredible impact his company is making.