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About Us

For over a decade, Concentric Advisors™ has supported clients globally in some of the world’s fastest growing industries to successfully solve security challenges. We believe there is no boilerplate solution for security, and we collaborate with clients to provide services that fit seamlessly into their personal lives and work environments.

Introducing our

Executive Team of Security Experts

Roderick Jones

Executive Chairman

Roderick began his career with Scotland Yard’s Special Branch focused on international terrorism and the close protection of a prominent British cabinet member. Following his move to San Francisco, Roderick founded Concentric and served as CEO for seven years. His work during this period included the design and delivery of comprehensive security programs for a number of high-growth Silicon Valley companies.

Jeff Baker

Chief Executive Officer

Jeff joined Concentric in 2010 and became CEO in 2024, having served previously as President and EVP of Security Operations. During his career Jeff has managed a variety of complex and sensitive security operations domestically and internationally. Prior to joining Concentric, Jeff served in the U.S. Army for 4 years and for the USG for 12 years, including multiple overseas tours.

Frances Dewing

President

As President of Concentric, Frances oversees internal operations, capital deployment, and growth strategy for the company. Frances has over a decade of experience in cybersecurity, legal, risk management, and strategic operations. Prior to her current role at Concentric, she served as CEO of Rubica, a venture-backed cybersecurity company and as a leader in a product strategy /R&D division of Palo Alto Networks. Frances has a JD from the University of Washington.

Jim Morgan

Chief Security Officer

Jim brings more than two decades of experience in developing comprehensive security programs and risk mitigation strategies for high-profile individuals, organizations, and large scale domestic and international events. His experience includes operating in high risk environments spanning six continents. Prior to joining Concentric, Jim served more than twenty-four years in the United States Secret Service.

Casey Allen

Chief Information Officer

Casey leads the Information Technology team at Concentric with an emphasis on cybersecurity and digital privacy. His experience has spanned the public, private, and non-profit sectors including military service in the U.S. Marine Corps and a variety of startup, SMB, and Fortune 500 companies. He has implemented and maintained information systems on five continents including multiple deployments to combat theaters in the Middle East.

Laura Hoffner

Head of Operational Integration

Laura assumed the role as Head of Operational Integration in SEP 2024 after having served Concentric over the last 4.5 years as Chief Impact Officer, EVP of Risk Solutions, and Chief of Staff. In her role, Laura leads the post-M&A change management to ensure seamless integration. Hoffner develops strategies to merge processes, technology, and cultures, collaborating with stakeholders to drive efficiency and manage risks. Laura continues to lead the company’s 501(c)3, The 188 Foundation.

Laura utilizes her unique range of crisis and security experience from 14 years as a Naval Intelligence Officer supporting elite special operations in combat zones and diplomatic opportunities around the world. Laura is also on the HostageUS Board of Advisors, supporting hostages/wrongful detainees and their families.

Mike LeFever

Executive Vice President of National Security

Vice Admiral (Ret.) Mike LeFever, USN, has over 45 years of public and private sector leadership in high risk, complex security environments. Mike’s success at the intersection of risk, leadership, and technology stems from his experience and expertise in leading disaster relief and humanitarian efforts, the full spectrum of warfare operations, and counterterrorism and counterinsurgency operations. Renowned for building high performance teams, his leadership was directly responsible for numerous significant achievements that protected and enhanced the national security of the United States and private sector growth and profitability.

Lindsay Mayer

Vice President of Human Resources

With two decades of experience in human resources, administration, and business operations, Lindsay Mayer has excelled in leading teams and driving impactful changes across organizations. Her career is marked by a strong focus on employee relations, where she has successfully cultivated positive work environments and addressed complex issues. Lindsay’s expertise extends to system implementation and process improvements, where she has consistently introduced innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and streamline business functions. By focusing on both the strategic and operational aspects of her roles, Lindsay has contributed significantly to the success and growth of the organizations she has been part of.

Who We Serve

Corporations

We believe there is no “one size fits all” model to corporate security. Concentric Advisors™ creates a customized strategies to meet the unique goals of each client.

Family Offices

Concentric Advisors™ has supported private family offices for high-net-worth clients for almost two decades. As thought partners and trusted advisors, we provide more than just a security service to our network of family offices.

Non-Profits

Providing intelligence services to rangers fighting deforestation, secure vaccinators working to eradicate global epidemics, and monitor geopolitical developments that could impact on-the-ground development operations.

Maritime

This specialized program shields superyachts, passengers, and crew from all physical, cyber, and medical security risks in today’s turbulent world.

Experts In

Security Operations

High-Risk Threat Environment

Intelligence Services

Investigation Services

Digital Privacy

Embedded Staffing Solutions

Consulting

News & Media

Our Global Offices

Seattle, WA Headquarters

San Francisco, CA

Austin, TX

Singapore

Dublin, Ireland

RESCUING ONE, IMPACTS MANY

188 Foundation

We believe security is paramount. In times of crisis, personal security can become a privilege, instead of a right. For those individuals left vulnerable due to circumstance or as a result of profound action, we can enable their return to safety.