About Elite Force LLC

Virginia’s Premier Security & Protection Partner Since 2016

From a single retired officer with a vision to one of the commonwealth’s most trusted DCJS-certified security firms — our story is one of discipline, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the people we protect.

  • DCJS Certified
  • Founded 2016
  • 500+ Clients Served
  • Henrico, VA Headquarters
9+ Years of
Service
Our Story

Built on Discipline. Anchored by Purpose.

Elite Force LLC was founded in 2016 by a team of retired law-enforcement and military professionals who saw a gap in Virginia’s security landscape — a gap between cookie-cutter guard services and the genuine, mission-focused protection that organizations and families deserve.

We started with a single contract and a simple promise: every officer we deploy will be trained to the highest standard, every plan we design will be tailored to the client, and every shift we work will reflect the discipline of the uniforms we once wore.

Nine years on, we operate one of Virginia’s largest DCJS-accredited training academies, protect Fortune 500 corporations, faith communities, dignitaries, and private estates across the commonwealth — and we still answer every emergency call with the same urgency we did on day one.

Marcus J. Bennett Founder & Chief Executive Officer
What Drives Us

Four Core Values, One Standard of Excellence

These aren’t slogans on a wall. They are the operating principles by which every officer, every shift, and every client engagement is measured.

Integrity

We operate with absolute transparency. Every plan we propose, every officer we deploy, every invoice we send is built on honest, accountable practice.

Discipline

Our standards are non-negotiable. Uniform readiness, post procedures, response protocols — they are practiced, audited, and held to professional benchmarks every day.

Respect

We protect with professionalism. Clients, visitors, employees, and the public alike are treated with the courtesy that defines a true protection professional.

Commitment

When the call comes at 2 a.m., we show up. Our promise to be there — fully trained, fully insured, fully prepared — is the foundation of everything else we do.

Leadership

Meet the Team Behind Elite Force

Decades of combined military, law-enforcement, and protective-services experience — at the helm of every operation we run.

Marcus J. Bennett

Founder & CEO

Retired U.S. Army Military Police, 22 years of service. Former Henrico County reserve deputy. Founded Elite Force in 2016.

  • U.S. Army MP, Ret.
  • DCJS 11-13E Instructor

Angela Thompson

Director of Operations

Former Richmond PD lieutenant with 18 years in patrol and protective services. Oversees client deployments and 24/7 dispatch.

  • Richmond PD, Ret.
  • Executive Protection Certified

Devon Reyes

Chief Training Officer

Lead instructor across all DCJS course tracks. Former Marine Corps Infantry Squad Leader and certified firearms instructor.

  • USMC, Ret.
  • NRA Law Enforcement Instructor

Karen Park

Client Services Director

Builds and stewards relationships with our corporate, faith, and high-net-worth clients across the commonwealth.

  • CPP — Certified Protection Professional
  • 15+ years client management
Ready When You Are

Protect What Matters Most.
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Free, no-obligation consultation. A protection specialist will respond within 1 business hour with a tailored plan and quote.

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