Architects of Athletic Safety –Moving Beyond Compliance to Culture.
Most organizations treat athletic safety as a checklist. At ProTect Athletics, we treat it as a professional discipline. We help collegiate programs, professional organizations, and school districts bridge the gap between “good enough” and the gold standard of athlete protection.
Our Three Pillars of Excellence
We provide a comprehensive 360-degree approach to organizational safety, led by industry pioneers in operations, finance, and education.
I. Operational Strategy & Program Design
Led by Lewis VanHoose, CEO
Extensive experience in professional and collegiate program operations.
- Organizational Scaling: Strategic planning for expansion teams or programs looking to adopt NFL-level operational standards.
- Infrastructure & Logistics: Auditing equipment room design, inventory management, and high-efficiency workflows to ensure safety never slows down performance.
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Developing customized, “turn-key” manuals that ensure institutional safety knowledge is preserved through staff transitions.
II. Strategic Partnerships & Financial Oversight
Led by Chris Kurman, CFO
Founder of PFEMS with deep ties to industry leaders and financial strategy.
- Capital Improvement & Budgeting: Long-term financial planning for safety equipment lifecycles and high-stakes technology investments.
- Vendor Vetting & Contract Negotiation: Leveraging elite industry networks to help you select, vet, and negotiate with safety equipment providers.
- Risk Mitigation Strategy: Aligning your safety protocols with industry benchmarks to protect the organization’s financial and reputational health.
III. Safety Methodology & Instructional Design
Led by Jerry D. Fife, M.Ed., COO
20+ years in adult education and specialized athletic safety credentials.
- The DAS Framework: Full-scale implementation of the Director of Athletic Safety credentialing process, aligned with NCCA standards.
- Advanced Fit-Test Protocols: Transitioning staff from basic gear checks to a rigorous, documented fit-test methodology.
- Custom Learning Architectures: Building branded Moodle environments, micro-credentials, and facilitator guides tailored to your staff’s specific needs.
The ProTect Leadership Advantage
When you partner with us, you aren’t just hiring advisors; you are gaining access to over 60 years of frontline experience in the NFL, Division I & II athletics, and professional education.
“Our story began on the sidelines, seeing the gaps in athlete care. Our mission is to close those gaps through engineering, education, and elite operational standards.”
Our Signature Services
The Comprehensive Safety Audit
A multi-day, deep-dive evaluation where our full leadership team assesses your facilities, your finances, and your “fit-test” protocols. We deliver a roadmap to move your program from its current state to ProTect Verified status.
Credentialing as a Service (CaaS)
We provide the curriculum, the instructional design, and the path to national accreditation for your internal safety officers, ensuring your staff are the most highly trained in the country.
Ready to Redefine Your Safety Culture?
Don’t wait for an incident to find the gaps in your program. Build a foundation that protects your athletes and your organization.
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