Corpus Christi, Texas – Riggs Ventures, a leader in safety, security, HR investigations, and leadership training, announced a strategic partnership with the American Crime Prevention Institute (ACPI) to deliver a comprehensive safety and security training program tailored for churches and other faith-based organizations.
Under this partnership, ACPI Executive Director Dan Keller, a nationally recognized crime prevention expert with more than 50 years of law enforcement and security experience, will lead specialized training that equips faith-based leaders to identify risks, prevent crime, and respond effectively to threats facing their congregations. The program will incorporate proven crime-prevention strategies, active-threat preparedness, and practical guidance on policies, procedures, and team development for houses of worship.
Riggs Ventures will draw on its expertise in organizational safety, security assessments, crisis leadership, HR investigations, and leadership development to help ministries build sustainable, mission-aligned safety cultures. Training options will include in-person workshops, virtual sessions, and tailored consulting engagements to support congregations of all sizes and denominations.
“Faith communities are facing increased security challenges, and they should not have to face them alone,” said Dan Keller, Executive Director of the American Crime Prevention Institute. “By partnering with Riggs Ventures, we can combine nationally recognized crime prevention training with hands-on leadership and safety expertise to help churches create secure, welcoming environments for worship.”
“Many pastors and church leaders are asking how they can protect their people while remaining faithful to their mission,” said Troy Riggs, CEO of Riggs Ventures. “This partnership with ACPI and Dan Keller allows us to offer faith-based institutions a complete solution—from risk assessment and safety team development to leadership training and ongoing support.”
The joint training will address key topics such as:
Assessing risks, threats, and vulnerabilities in houses of worship.
Developing and training safety and security teams grounded in both best practices and servant leadership.
Preparing for, preventing, and responding to active shooter events and other acts of violence.
Protecting children, youth, financial assets, and church leadership through sound policies and internal controls.
Strengthening collaboration between faith-based institutions and local law enforcement.
Initial offerings will include regional trainings, on-site church consultations, and customizable programs for denominational groups, associations, and networks seeking to elevate security and leadership capabilities across multiple congregations.
About Riggs Ventures
Riggs Ventures provides security and safety reviews, crisis and servant leadership training, HR investigation support, media and community engagement coaching, and a range of organizational development services for public, private, and faith-based clients. With decades of experience in public safety, crisis management, and ministry support, Riggs Ventures helps organizations prepare for critical incidents while strengthening everyday operational resilience.
About American Crime Prevention Institute
The American Crime Prevention Institute is a leading provider of crime prevention and security training, offering one of the broadest selections of crime prevention and security education programs available. Founded in 1998 by Dan Keller after his 26-year tenure as Director of Public Safety at the University of Louisville, ACPI equips law enforcement, security professionals, campuses, businesses, and faith-based organizations with practical tools to reduce crime and enhance safety.
Contact: Riggs Ventures
Email: riggsventuresrv@gmail.com
Phone: 361-445-9496
