Manny Acosta – Field Supervisor

Manny Acosta joined Meyerson Associates in 2003. 

Manny is a retired law enforcement officer, serving over 15 years in the NCPD and NCSPCA.   At the NCPD Manny was the liaison for the Nassau County Auxiliary Police department supervising over 350 officers from various towns in Nassau County.   While at the NCSPCA Manny handled hundreds of animal cruelty cases, that led to the successful prosecution of many cases.   He retired at the rank of Sergeant.

Manny has specialized training in communications working at the Office of Emergency Management in Nassau County, hand to hand combat, certified sharpshooter, tactical handcuffing instructor, advanced first aid.  Manny is also a New York State certified general topics instructor.   Manny is the lead of the training division provides recurrent training and re-certification for all levels of security officers at Meyerson Associates.

While working in the private sector Manny has personally supervises large scale events including fashion shows, galas, marathons and premiers.    As a member of our senior security team he has provided field executive protection for several high profile celebrity clients at venue sites.

Manny is a licensed armed security officer and a licensed FDNY fireguard.

Certifications:

New York State Municipal Police Academy: Certified Peace Officer

New York State Municipal Police Academy: Firearms – Long

Nassau County Police Academy

Nassau County Police Academy: Self Defense, Weapon Retention and Chemical Restraint

ASP- Tactical Handcuffing Techniques Instructor

State of New York Division of Criminal Justice Services- General Topics Instructor – 8 hour pre-assignment & 16 hour Security Guard Course

New York State Licensed – Armed Security Guard

Fire Department of New York City- Fire Guard