About Us
Serving the community for over 30 years, the vision of Cardinal Point Security Group is to be the leading provider of comprehensive safety strategies for local, county, state, and national initiatives.
Providing Safety Solutions for over 30 years.
Cardinal Point Security Group is committed to a focus on comprehensive safety. Comprehensive safety encompasses physical safety, positive climate, effective culture, and strategic professional development. Whether you are a childcare organization, school, house of worship, governmental, or private business, our goal is to build exceptional proficiency and long-term self-sustainability.
Setting the Stage for Safer Communities
Safe communities typically have strong leadership, strategic goals, and excellent community learning programs. Cardinal Point will provide you with the training and leadership to meet your needs.
At Cardinal Point, you can expect a well prepared team of individuals who spent careers in real life practices surrounding safety. Our team is rigorously selected through a comprehensive vetting process helping to create the best resources in organizational safety today.
- Comprehensive Safety Assessments
- Organizational Climate Assessments and Strategic Growth Planning
- All Hazards Planning Professional Development
- Customized Training Programs
- Cyber Security and Evaluation
Our Leadership
Cardinal Point is a veteran-owned security firm lead by former law enforcement and military professionals. With an industry-leading model that integrates highly trained staff alongside intelligent technology, we work harder to generate accelerated, positive results. This innovative approach is effective at keeping our client-partners safer in a dangerous time.
Christopher Springfield
MSOD | CEO/President
Christopher Springfield is a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in the security and law enforcement sectors. A retired Deputy Chief of Police, Christopher commanded divisions in Patrol, Criminal Investigations, and Administration, and has led complex field operations, including active shooter situations and high-risk warrants. Christopher holds a Master of Science in Organizational Dynamics from the University of Pennsylvania, with additional certifications in Organizational Change and Leadership and was selected by his peers as the class president of Northwestern University’s Command and Staff Executive Leadership training class. He is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and an active member of the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS), and International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). His extensive expertise is reinforced by numerous awards, commendations, and instructor certifications in firearms, tactical operations, and critical incident management.
John Gooley
MS, CPP | Senior Vice President
John Gooley is responsible for new business and managing client engagement with Cardinal Point Security Group. He is a retired police sergeant with 28 years of law enforcement experience and has worked in the private security industry for over 13 years; the last eight of which he has managed school security programs and client relationships. He holds a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Leadership from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia. He is a Certified Protection Professional (CPP) through the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS).
James Soriano
| Chief Operating Officer
As the COO of Cardinal Point Security Group, James brings over 30 years of corporate industry experience in technology and customer engagement. He oversees the development and execution of a comprehensive customer experience strategy across all touchpoints to create a differentiated and exceptional experience for our clients. James creates a positive workplace culture that fosters creativity, innovation, and employee satisfaction – which leads his cross-functional teams in collaborating with key stakeholders to drive customer-centric initiatives, build customer loyalty, and enhance customer engagement. He uses technology, data, and analytics to drive improvements and informed decision-making across the company and established key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of our internal quality program as well as customer experience initiatives to identify areas for improvement. He is trained in many process improvement disciplines such as PDCA cycle, TQM, Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma. He holds a bachelor’s in business from Temple University.
David Bollard
| Chief Financial Officer
Dave Bollard brings extensive financial expertise in various industries, including public accounting, banking, publishing, SaaS, and security services. He has worked in both Fortune 100 companies, as well as start-up enterprises, and has considerable M & A experience including raising over $12 million in venture capital. Dave was responsible for controlling over $2 billion in revenues and $8 billion in assets in his corporate work and has sold two start-up companies. Dave was a two-sport athlete in college playing both football and baseball and has spent over 15 years coaching his sons in both sports. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business, with a Master of Business Administration and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Michael Hanssens
| Vice President of New Business
With more than 30 years’ experience across multiple industries, Michael has a proven track record of driving growth. A strategic thinker and strong communicator, Michael excels in developing and implementing effective sales strategies that align with business goals. Throughout his career, Michael has demonstrated exceptional leadership in marketing and business development, consistently achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics. He is known for his collaborative approach, working seamlessly with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding results.
Michael is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and innovation, ensuring that his teams are motivated and equipped to achieve their full potential. His strategic approach combines data-driven decision-making with a deep understanding of customer needs, ensuring solutions align with their goals.
Michael is married and a proud father of four children who have grown up with a rich appreciation for diverse cultures, thanks to their family’s international experiences. They cherish their time together, especially at the beach, where they create lasting memories and enjoy the beauty of nature. Balancing a successful career with family life is a priority for Michael, and he believes in the importance of nurturing both professional and personal relationships..
Carla Sledziewski
PHR | Senior Director of Administrative Services
Carla is a seasoned professional with over 12 years of dedicated service in the field of Human Resources. As the Senior Director of Administrative Services at Cardinal Point, she brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of excellence to her role. Throughout her career, Carla has held various positions that have enriched her knowledge and skills. She has served as an analyst, corporate recruiter, payroll administrator, human resource business partner, information systems specialist, and generalist. Her diverse experience has allowed her to understand the intricacies of HR from multiple angles, making her an asset to this organization. Carla's leadership is reflected in her role overseeing a team of 14 professionals, guiding them with her extensive industry insights and strategic vision. Her ability to bridge the gap between people and technology is remarkable, given her proficiency in multiple languages, including Portuguese and English. Carla's has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Centro Universitario Ibero-Americano and has earned the designation as a certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM).
Joseph Spych
| Senior Director of Security Services
Joe has a combined 30 years of experience in public safety and security. He oversees approximately 11,000 weekly hours of scheduling shifts. Joe also assists in the administration of Payroll, Invoicing, and Training. He is a Certified CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor for the American Heart Association. He has served as a Firefighter and Chief Officer for the Lower Merion Township Fire Department (Bryn Mawr Fire Co). He left the Department after 20 years and at this time he was the Deputy Chief. Joe remains the Director of the Bryn Mawr Fire Company Board. He started in the Security industry mainly providing physical security and management for entertainment, working with companies such as Universal Studios, Disney Studios and Marvel Studios. Joe has also provided Security Leadership to large events such as the PGA Tour and the Tiger Woods Foundation. Joe currently oversees security operations at Houses of Worship, School Districts, as well as Commercial and Property management companies.
Brian P. Haughton
MS, EMT-B | Director of Training
Brian Haughton brings more than 30 years of experience in public safety, working in Private Security, the Court System, and Law Enforcement. Included in that is two decades of service in policing, working patrol, and in supervision, with assignments in tactical operations and instruction. Brian has an MS degree in Public Safety Management, with a Homeland Security concentration, from Saint Joseph’s University and an Undergraduate BS degree in Criminal Justice from Chestnut Hill College. He also was a former certified MPOETC instructor for E.V.O.C, Academics and Firearms, with other instructor certifications for the ASP collapsible baton & Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), National Rifle Association’s Pistol, Rifle, Refuse to be a Victim and Range Safety Officer programs. In addition, Brian is a certified EMT-B in Pennsylvania, as well as an instructor for Pennsylvania Act 235, Armed Security Guard/Agent (LWTA) certification in both firearms and academics.