Executive Leadership
Executive Leadership
Empirical research backed by elite board certifications and proven operational execution.
Founder & Managing Principal
Dr. Richie Kai Westbrook
PhD · M.S. · CPP · PMP · LSSMBB · ABCP
Dr. Richie Kai Westbrook is a recognized authority in criminal justice leadership, enterprise risk management, and operational process engineering. As the Founder and Managing Principal of Praxis Continuity Advisors LLC, Dr. Westbrook advises C-suite executives, healthcare administrators, higher education leaders, and commercial real estate developers on institutional resilience and threat mitigation.
Dr. Westbrook holds a PhD in Criminal Justice Leadership, a Master of Science in Criminal Justice (Specialization in Public Management and Leadership), a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration, and an Associate degree in Police Science/Public Police Service.
His practice is distinguished by an elite combination of internationally recognized professional designations — each representing the highest standard of credentialing in its respective discipline.
Professional Designations
Elite Board Certifications
Board Certified Protection Professional
ASIS International
The gold standard in security management — awarded to professionals who demonstrate broad knowledge of security solutions and best practices.
Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute
Globally recognized certification validating expertise in leading and directing projects with precision and accountability.
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
Process Excellence Certification
The highest level of Lean Six Sigma achievement — certifying mastery of process optimization, waste elimination, and data-driven decision-making.
Associate Business Continuity Professional
DRI International
Professional certification in business continuity planning, disaster recovery, and organizational resilience frameworks.
Academic Credentials
Academic Foundation
Doctor of Philosophy
Criminal Justice Leadership
Master of Science
Criminal Justice — Specialization in Public Management & Leadership
Bachelor of Science
Criminal Justice Administration
Associate Degree
Police Science / Public Police Service
The Praxis Methodology
Where Research Meets Execution
The word "praxis" means the practical application of theory — the bridge between academic knowledge and real-world action. Every engagement at Praxis Continuity Advisors is built on this foundation: doctoral-level research rigor applied to the operational realities of high-liability organizations. We do not deliver generic frameworks. We deliver defensible, institution-specific strategies that hold up under regulatory scrutiny, board review, and real-world crisis conditions.
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