One of our most active practice areas is business and general aviation security. We are actively engaged with a number of corporate flight departments and general aviation airports helping them introduce cost effective security best practices into their operation and leveraging that security to show return on investment.
In the past, the emphasis for civil aviation security has been on large aircraft and large airport terminals. Currently, TSA has been focusing on the general aviation community, recognizing the important role general aviation plays in civil aviation security. Having a professional and knowledgeable third party assess your aviation facility and providing sound security advice is more important than ever.
We believe that any security plan or program must complement the goals and objectives of the business and not be an impediment to conducting and/or increasing business. All security must show a return on investment through increased business. In the case of an airport, the short and long term goals must be taken into consideration in developing a sustainable security plan that can be integrated into the business plan and Airport Master Plan. The resulting security must show return on investment through increased revenue and should always be an element of an airports marketing strategy to differentiate it from other like area airports.
Our entire team of security and aviation professionals are experienced in all aspects of general and business aviation security and are dedicated to delivering cost effective and value added security solutions.
The Welsh-Sullivan Group provides security services to Fortune 500 companies helping them assess the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of security and executive protection programs. In addition, we assist corporations and high net worth individuals in reviewing and certifying Executive Protection programs for compliance to IRS regulation 1.132-5 "Exclusion of certain working condition fringes" as they pertain to air, land and sea transportation because of security concerns.
We welcome the opportunity to discuss ways we might help your business and earn your trust delivering to you the best service in the security industry.
PRACTICE AREAS
Corporate and Business Aviation Security
Providing a full range of security solutions to business aircraft operators, general aviation airports and Fixed Base Operators FBO's, risk and vulnerability assessments for aircraft, flight departments and GA airports.
Conduct training and consult on aviation specific crisis management issues for business aircraft operators operating international schedules.
Assist with aviation supply chain issues involving electronic components being sourced for civil and military systems and applications.
IRS 1.132-5 Security Study
Certifying Executive Protection programs for compliance to IRS regulation 1.132-5 "Exclusion of certain working condition fringes" as they pertain to air, land and sea transportation because of security addresses Internal Revenue Service Regulation §1.132-5(m)(1), exclusion of certain "working condition fringes" from an employee's gross income computation.The regulation allows for exclusion of security related costs such as employer provided transportation (i.e. protective staff, vehicles and aircraft), once specific conditions have been met.
Section 1.132-5(m)(2)(ii) provides that an overall security program must be established. In order to establish the existence of an overall security program, the employer must generally establish that security is provided to the employee on a 24-hour basis.
However, under §1.132-5(m)(2)(iv), an overall security program is deemed to exist if the following conditions are satisfied:
· A security study is performed with respect to the employer and the employee (or a similarly situated employee of the employer) by an independent security consultant;
· The security study is based on an objective assessment of all facts and circumstances;
· The recommendation of the security study is that an overall security program (as defined in paragraph (m)(2)(iii) of this section) is not necessary and the recommendation is reasonable under the circumstances; and
· The employer applies the specific security recommendations contained in the security study to the employee on a consistent basis.
An independent security study could conclude, for example, that security during air travel is necessary, but security on a 24-hour basis is unnecessary.
The Welsh-Sullivan Group Team will provide a report that will address the current security of a named Principal as to his/her compliance to the above IRS regulation and make specific recommendations to either bring the security into compliance or maintain its current status.
The study will identify any security concerns for the Principal, and make specific recommendations to improve the current level of security. The Team will review all the critical factors that are part of a well managed security program.
Anti-counterfeiting and Brand Protection
Provide expert advice and security solutions for the electronic component and semiconductor industries in addressing the trafficking of counterfeit electronic components destined for National Security, business and military aviation and medical applications.
The Group has extensive experience working with United States and Chinese officials on this critical health and safety issue. We maintain a close working liaison with the Semiconductor Industry Association Anti-counterfeiting Task Force, the China Reliable Electronic Component Supplier (RECS) and the China International Component Center (ICC).
In addition, we maintain strategic alliances with investigative professionals in Hong Kong and China who can conduct covert investigations and undercover buys in obtaining evidence for criminal or civil prosecution.
Supply Chain Security & C-TPAT Compliance
The Welsh-Sullivan Group can help your organization achieve and or maintain U.S. Customs C-TPAT certification and validation. We can provide you with best practices for securing your international supply chain. Benefits of C-TPAT certification and validation are a reduced overall risk score, resulting in fewer cargo inspections, lower level of random Compliance Measurement examinations and the negation of most trade cargo examination selectivity.
In addition,C-TPAT certified and validated organizations are eligible for expedited cargo processing at land boarders and receive "front of line" inspection privileges at ports of entry should an examination be required. Tier Three Status can afford your organization zero inspections upon arrival at a Container Security Initiative (CSI) port. We maintain a strategic alliance with a supply chain management firm in Shanghai, China which allows us to offer our services throughout China and Asia.
Corporate Security and Executive Protection Programs
Providing risk and vulnerability assessments for corporations as well as reviewing and certifying Executive Protection Programs to satisfy Internal Revenue Service Rule 1.132-5, regarding employer supplied land and or air transportation because of security concerns.
Additional Services:
The Welsh-Sullivan Group provides Electronic Counter Measures (TSCM) for special events where sensitive information is being discussed such as in Board of Director Meetings, Stock Holder Meetings, Management Strategy Meetings, Executive Office Suites and business aircraft.
CONSULTANTS
Consultants who maintain a strategic alliance with the Welsh-Sullivan Group are all accomplished professionals in their field of expertise. They are former Fortune 200 corporate security directors, corporate attorneys, U.S. Customs attorneys, National Transportation Safety Board investigators, U.S. Secret Service Agents and Intelligence Specialists, Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agents, Transportation Security Administration officials, Inspectors General Special Agents, New York City Police Detectives and senior officers, as well as United Nations technical security personnel. Several of our consultants are commercial pilots and Chinese speakers.
AFFILIATIONS and MEMBERSHIPS
- National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
- Past Chairman and current member of the NBAA Security Council
- Chairman, McKinney Regional Airport (TKI) Security Committee
- Member of the DHS/TSA Large Aircraft Security Program (LASP) Industry working group
- U.S. State Department Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC)
- International Security Management Association (ISMA)
- Semiconductor Industry Association Anti-Counterfeiting Task Force (SIA-ACTF)
- China Reliable Electronic Component Supplier, Beijing, China (RECS)
- China International Components Center, Shenzhen, China (ICC)
- China Electronics Purchasing Association, Beijing, China (CEPA)
- Quality Brands Protection Committee, Beijing, China (QBPC)
- American Society for Industrial Security International (ASIS)
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
- International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
- Bramshill Police Staff College, Hampshire, United Kingdom
- American Board for Certification in Homeland Security
- Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
- Aviation Security & Safety Advisors Network
- Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)
Clients:
Fortune 500 and Global 500 companies to include Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, the Delaware North Companies, Rich Products, MGM Mirage Corporation, AT&T, Encore Wire, CA Technologies, Frac Tech Services,Tamko Building Products, Yum! Brands, Nike, Comcast, Dunkin Brands, Waste Connections, McKesson Corp, SH&E an ICF International Company and Collin County Regional Airport at McKinney, Texas.
Member of:
The Welsh-Sullivan Group is an NBAA Member company
Aviation Security & Safety Advisors NetworkTM
A select group of aviation and security professionals providing cost effective security and safety solutions to the aviation community. Each member of the Advisors Network is an accomplished professional in his or her area of expertise. Each brings years of security and safety experience obtained working for the NTSB, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. State Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation, New York City Police Department, GA airports, FBO's and Fortune 200 corporate flight departments. Together, the Advisors Network provide a host of capabilities unmatched in the aviation industry.
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