Jonathan Gilliam

Jonathan T. Gilliam is a security and crisis management expert with more than two decades of experience in military special operations, federal law enforcement, and private sector security. A former Navy SEAL officer who served with SEAL Team Four, Gilliam transitioned to federal service as an FBI special agent, working on counterterrorism and criminal investigations in the New York Office. His career also includes roles as a Federal Air Marshal, police officer, and private security contractor, directing security for major entertainment tours and providing personal protection for high-profile clients.

Gilliam is known for his public advocacy on personal safety and threat awareness, using his operational background to educate civilians on self-defense and situational awareness. His book, "Sheep No More: The Art of Awareness and Attack Survival," reached the top of Amazon's Best Seller List and has maintained strong sales. The book presents a philosophical approach to self-defense, examining vulnerabilities from an attacker's perspective and emphasizing proactive planning and situational awareness. Gilliam has expanded his published work to include companion workbooks for threat and defense assessments and a children's safety book titled "The Adventures Of Team Little Bigs: A Parents Book For Children."

As a media authority on security and national defense, Gilliam has made more than 1,000 appearances across major news networks including Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, NEWSMAX, OANN, and BBC. He serves as chief marketing officer of ConnectZing Media, is a partner at Campaign Strategy And Consulting, and maintains an active presence in broadcast media as a Sirius XM host who regularly fills in for established commentators. Additionally, Gilliam hosts "The EXPERTS" podcast, which consistently ranks among the top 50 news commentary podcasts on iTunes, providing analysis that combines military special operations experience with multi-agency law enforcement expertise. His work focuses on bridging the gap between professional security practices and civilian preparedness.