Meet The Team

John DeFalco

John DeFalco built enterprise software for tech and life science companies for two decades. He created Big Data solutions for Cisco Systems, Adobe, Autodesk, Thermofisher, and Millpore. In 2016, events both in the media and closer to home had John conceptualizing how he could use his expertise to help solve what had become one of our society’s critical problems. Years of research and interaction with law enforcement and community members culminated in the advent of “Custody Protect.” John used his expertise in product design, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things sensor networks, and real-time analytics to make people safe. John believed it was time to bring a public health approach to public safety.

Ian Osteyee

Ian Osteyee is a former Reconnaissance Marine. He has a degree in Middle Eastern Studies from the State University of New York, Plattsburgh. After 9/11, Ian served as a member of the Intelligence Community and subsequently trained DOD Special Operations personnel and members of the Intelligence community. Ian also has extensive experience in product design. He has developed cutting-edge equipment for both recreational and government applications.

David Sanders

David Sanders is a former Army Special Forces soldier. David has spent the last several years training DOD and US GOV personnel. In conjunction with extensive military and training experience, David has a Master of Science in Strategic Leadership and is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Executive Leadership at the University of Charleston, West Virginia.

Jim Lyman

A former U.S. Marine, Jim Lyman began his career in law enforcement with the Connecticut Department of Correction. In 1999, he was appointed as an FBI Special Agent and recently left the Bureau after 22 years. In communities on the Navajo Nation, Jim’s first assignment with the Bureau involved felony investigations of every type, requiring duties from first responder all the way through to trial and sentencing. Jim’s other assignments included Bureau Pilot in San Juan, Puerto Rico, instructor at the FBI Academy, and the Washington Field Office’s Special Operations Group.