Chief Executive Officer & co-founder
Mike Moglia
Born and raised in Spokane, Mike Moglia is a dedicated entrepreneur and veteran, committed to enhancing public safety and security in the Spokane area. As the co-founder of Columbia Protection, Mike works tirelessly to ensure businesses and individuals feel protected and secure while balancing employee training, engagement, and acquisition.
Beyond entrepreneurship, Mr. Moglia serves as a board member for a local nonprofit organization, contributing leadership and strategic insight to initiatives that uplift the community. With a steadfast dedication to service, both in and out of uniform, Mike continues to make Spokane a safer place through proactive security solutions, public-private partnerships, and a commitment to excellence.
co-founder & Special activities Director
Andy Sammons
Born and raised in the Spokane area, Andy Sammons is an entrepreneur and former law enforcement officer, he is committed to enhancing public safety and security in the Spokane area. As the co-founder of Columbia Protection, Andy works hard to make sure that businesses and individuals feel protected while he balances employee training, community engagement, and acquisition of new systems and processes as they become available.
Beyond entrepreneurship, Mr. Sammons has a family that he cares deeply for, seeking to raise his children well and inspire future generations. Additionally, he is always seeking ways to contribute leadership and strategic insight to initiatives that uplift the community. With a steadfast dedication to service, Andy continues to make Spokane a safer place through proactive security solutions, building public-private partnerships, and a commitment to excellence through Columbia Protection.
Relationships manager & patrol
Dan Whalen
Passionate about the people in the Spokane area, Dan Whalen is a dedicated and experienced protector, he is committed to enhancing public safety and security in the Spokane area. Dan works hard to make sure that businesses and individuals under the purview of Columbia Protection are receiving the benefits and value that they expect (and much more).
Mr. Whalen is also a highly effective officer, frequently encountering, deterring, and responding to criminal activity. Our Officer of the year for 2024, Dan is heavily engaged with our clients and seeks to make their experience as smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free as possible. A family man, Mr. Whalen truly exemplifies the values that Columbia Protection holds dear and hopes to instill in our community.