VOLT is proud to announce that Michael A. Matranga, a distinguished security expert, entrepreneur, and former United States Secret Service Agent, has joined the organization as a Strategic Advisor.
With a storied career spanning over two decades, Matranga brings a wealth of knowledge in security consulting, emergency response, and executive protection. As the Founder and CEO of M6 Global Defense, a premier security consulting firm, Matranga has established himself as a leader in providing holistic security solutions across industries, including K-12 education, petrochemicals, corporate environments, and large-scale events.
Matranga’s addition to VOLT reflects the organization’s commitment to innovation and excellence in strategic operations. We are particularly excited about his robust experience building out the school safety program for the Texas City School District. School safety is a complex problem that requires many pieces to solve, and Mike’s boots-on-the-ground experience will be invaluable to our product team’s innovation and our customers. His insights will help drive VOLT’s initiatives in safety, security, and leadership development to new heights.
Prior to his entrepreneurial endeavors, Matranga served with distinction on the U.S. Secret Service’s Presidential Protective Division and Counter Assault Team, safeguarding every living U.S. President, Vice President, and over 40 foreign heads of state. His assignments have taken him to 33 countries, 6 continents, and 3 war zones, underscoring his unmatched expertise in high-stakes environments.
In the aftermath of the Santa Fe High School tragedy in 2018, Matranga spearheaded the transformation of school safety protocols as the Executive Director of Security for Texas City Independent School District. Under his leadership, the district’s security program was ranked #1 in Texas and #5 in the nation. His contributions to security policy, school safety, and public advocacy have been featured in esteemed publications like The Wall Street Journal, Wired Magazine, and Security Magazine.
"I am excited to partner with VOLT and contribute to their mission of empowering individuals and organizations with AI lead safety and security solutions," said Matranga. "I look forward to leveraging my school safety experience with VOLT’s technology to make places of learning safer."
Volt AI delivers real-time video intelligence that unifies camera systems for security teams. Using AI-driven analytics and 3D mapping, Volt AI provides immediate access to validated critical information, ensuring comprehensive monitoring and real-time threat detection. Trusted by schools and universities, Volt AI improves incident response efficiency while reducing costs.