Dan Donovan is the founder and managing partner of Stratoscope, a security and event consulting firm specializing in large-scale events and venues. With over 30 years of experience, he has managed security operations for prestigious events such as 13 Super Bowls, seven Olympic Games, 10 of Salesforce’s Dreamforce conference, and F1 Las Vegas.
In November 2024, Donovan expanded Stratoscope’s offerings to address modern event management challenges, integrating advanced technologies and strategic expertise to enhance operations and guest experiences.
He also founded Ingressotek, a company specializing in innovative event security solutions that balance safety with guest convenience.
Donovan’s extensive experience includes roles such as Vice President of Sport & Entertainment at T&M as well as Guidepost Solutions and Founder of The Inocon Group.
His leadership in the industry is marked by a commitment to proactive planning and rigorous preparation, ensuring seamless execution of complex events.
Calvin Graber grew up in the Bay Area where he had a passion for sports throughout his life, culminating by playing football at Menlo College. After injuries forced him to hang up the cleats, he turned his focus to another passion of his, live events. Before joining the Stratoscope team, Calvin served as Operations Manager at The Masonic and The Fillmore with Live Nation in San Francisco. Always having a passion of the importance of event security, seeing it first hand as his dad was the head of security for the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Following in his father’s footsteps after growing up at Candlestick Park, Calvin has 13 years of experience in all aspects of the event industry. Calvin has been an instrumental part of various teams delivering many mega events like the Super Bowl, Las Vegas Grand Prix, NCAA Final Four, and College Football Championship, but he hopes to one day work at the FIFA World Cup or the Olympics. Stratoscope clients rely on Calvin’s vast experience managing challenges before they become incidents to ensure positive outcomes. From corporate events to festivals to arenas and mega events Calvin has a wealth of experience.
His most notable success story is when he was asked to serve as acting VP of Security at the Chase Center, home of the Golden State Warriors, where he developed their security and venue operations from scratch. As a testament to his leadership, when the arena flooded on Thanksgiving Day in 2019, he led the team in a massive clean-up mission and, in under twelve hours, removed all the water so the game could go on. Most recently, Calvin led one of Stratoscope’s largest projects to date, the inaugural Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, a 3.8 mile temporary street circuit weaving through the neon heart of The Strip.
Calvin’s best advice to clients is that there is always room for improvement in any operation or organization. “Experiences are the one thing that people remember when they attend an event, go to a venue, or interact with an organization. Experienced professionals create amazing guest experiences.” Calvin resides in Henderson, NV with his girlfriend and their dogs.
Laura DeGood boasts an illustrious career spanning nearly two decades in the dynamic realm of events and entertainment, where she has continually demonstrated unparalleled expertise. With a remarkable 13-year focus on overall guest/attendee experience focused on registration operations, credentialing, event technology, and their critical intersections with security operations, Laura has emerged as a trailblazer in her field.
Prior to Stratoscope, Laura served as the distinguished leader of the Registration Team for Salesforce Strategic Events, where she orchestrated the seamless execution of 15-25 events annually, with attendee numbers ranging from 5,000 to a staggering 50,000+. Her invaluable contributions to Salesforce elevated the standard for event management and registration practices. Before her tenure at Salesforce, Laura honed her craft at renowned agencies such as Jack Morton Worldwide and George P. Johnson, further solidifying her reputation as a seasoned professional in the industry.
Based in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, Laura embodies a passion for excellence both in her professional endeavors and personal pursuits. Outside of her dedicated work commitments, she finds solace and rejuvenation in the serenity of yoga studios and the tranquility of California beaches. Additionally, Laura is a devoted mother, actively supporting her sons in their endeavors, whether cheering from the sidelines at their football games or sharing moments with her family. Her multifaceted interests and unwavering dedication underscore her commitment to achieving excellence in every facet of her life.
Brad Eggert has over 25 years of experience executing events around the world. Brad has worked on multiple projects and events with Dan’s team since 2014 and joined Stratoscope full-time in 2022. As Director of Client Experience, he supports our clients in overall planning and execution. Brad has an impressive range of industry expertise, including event vision and execution, agency coordination, perimeter/access control procedures and enforcement, command center design and implementation, Table-Top and Field-Training Exercise facilitation and executive protection. Brad understands the perspectives and objectives of stakeholders, which allows him to deliver at a consistently high level.
Brad was a key member of our team during the Manchester Arena reopening after the Ariana Grande incident as well as our lead on a number of major events with clients such as Uber, Rodan + Fields, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. One of Brad’s career highlights was serving as a venue manager during the 2002 Salt Lake Olympic Winter Games. He oversaw the practice facilities that hosted every country competing in men’s and women’s ice hockey. During the Games, Brad managed two teams of full-time, part-time and volunteer personnel while also coordinating with local and federal law enforcement to ensure a comfortable, safe, effective training environment for the world’s premier ice hockey players.
When Brad isn’t ensuring positive outcomes for our clients, he enjoys spending time at home with his family in Charleston, SC, and helping coach his kids’ sports teams, whatever season they’re in.
Paul, Senior Vice President has more than 25 years of experience in the Sports and Entertainment security industry. He recently held the position of Vice President of Security for the newly built UBS Arena where he developed the overall security plan, assembled the security organization and left behind a best-in-class security program for Oakview Group and the arena. He also held positions as the Director of Security and Guest Services for Madison Square Garden, Manager of Security Operations with Major League Baseball, and Director of Security at Securitas Security Services supporting Yankee Stadium. His recent work includes security consulting for Securitas Security Services for the New York Yankees, Major League Baseball World Baseball Classic, NBA All Star Games, and the re-opening of the Manchester Arena following the terrorist attack at the Ariana Grande concert. He also led numerous Red Team assessments (assessing risk readiness) for the NBA, NHL, and NFL franchises and venues.
Paul’s commitment to excellence and his unwavering dedication to enhancing the safety and security of sports and entertainment events make him an invaluable asset to our team. We’re thrilled to have him leading the way in delivering top-tier solutions to our clients.
Anthony Galea has over a decade of experience in security and technology and is an industry leader in client experience. Anthony’s expertise spans across sports and entertainment, but his career started at a concert venue. A friend’s manager invited him to serve as a security guard, and soon after he rose the ranks to serve as the venue manager. From there, he worked for several years as a security operations manager in the musical festival world. By 2019, Anthony was traveling as many as 300 days a year from one festival to another. Around that time, he met Calvin Graber who recognized his leadership and brought him aboard the Stratoscope team. As our Client Experience Manager, Anthony manages on-site operations and meets clients’ every need to ensure complete customer satisfaction. Anthony has been instrumental in our delivery of conferences like Dreamforce 2019 and our COVID operations for the NCAA in 2020.
His favorite events are ones where he can see attendees’ faces light up. “Knowing I was a part of making the event special for people is what gives me the most joy in my work.” From his 11 years in the industry, Anthony’s most important piece of advice is to have compassion and to trust that security measures are in place for a reason. “Security isn’t about the big guy throwing you out of the bar anymore. It’s more about customer service than ever.” That’s why Anthony trains his team to always show a smile on the front lines. When Anthony isn’t developing strategic security solutions for his clients, he’s in his backyard grilling on his Traeger smoker, watching his 2-year-old daughter play on her slide.
Dion Price is a seasoned event operations leader with over a decade of expertise in crowd management, staffing, and large-scale event coordination. At Stratoscope, he ensures seamless event execution, optimizing security protocols, guest experience, and operational efficiency.
Before joining Stratoscope, Dion was Event Security Manager at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, overseeing crowd control, credentialing, and security operations for major events like the Beyoncé World Tour, SEC Championship, and Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl. He implemented advanced security technologies, streamlined entry processes, and led large security teams, significantly improving event flow and guest experience.
Previously, as Branch Manager at Contemporary Services Corporation, Dion managed 800+ event staff, developed staffing and operational strategies, and oversaw multimillion-dollar event operations. His leadership in training, workforce management, and emergency response ensured efficient, well-coordinated event execution.
Dion holds a B.S. in Recreation with a specialization in Sport Business from the University of South Dakota, where he played football and was active in student leadership. Passionate about team development and event logistics, he continues to drive innovation in crowd management, safety, and event coordination at Stratoscope.
Lauren Good has brought 18 years of event experience to the Stratoscope team with a wide range of knowledge focused on event planning, project management, sales, account management, social media management, and venue management. She has brought that experience and attention to detail to recent Workday, Grace Hopper Celebration and Autodesk University events with our team playing an integral role and making an immediate impact.
Lauren started her career in event planning in Charleston, South Carolina after graduating from Clemson University in 2004 with a degree in Marketing and Public Relations and a minor in Graphic Design. As an event planner, Lauren strategized and executed several events for her alma mater, Clemson University, and has assisted in opening new event venues across the state. In recent years, Lauren has specialized in large-scale festivals with multiple vendors, curating experiences for the masses. Passionate and civically driven, Lauren also volunteered as an event coordinator at TEDx, where for four years she focused on bringing the world’s leading thinkers and doers to Greenville. When Lauren isn’t bringing business conferences and large-scale events to life, she attends live concerts, hosts neighborhood dinner parties and spends time with her beautiful daughters, Elizabeth and Abigail.
Jason Hamm has embarked on a remarkable career in event security, starting with his early triumphs in securing positive outcomes for bar and nightclub events in Baltimore during his college years. He honed his skills as a frontline leader at prestigious venues like the Merriweather Post Pavilion, the 9:30 Club, and The Lincoln Theatre, gaining invaluable insights into anticipating needs and solving evolving event challenges. In 2017, he showcased his expertise by consulting on security planning for the groundbreaking concert venue, The Anthem, where he later assumed the esteemed position of Director of Security.
Joining S.A.F.E. Management as Event Security Manager, Jason played a pivotal role in managing 24/7 security operations at the renowned State Farm Stadium, overseeing crowd management for major events such as Cardinals games, concerts, and the Playstation Fiesta Bowl. After time spent working in Nashville with BEST Crowd Management, he returned to his role at S.A.F.E. in 2021, where he rose to the position of Managing Director. A new opportunity awaited Jason in 2022 when he joined the Phoenix Suns as the Assistant Director of Event Security.
As an industry expert, he tirelessly seeks ways to enhance the client experience through collaboration, communication, and proactive planning. After working on various projects like NCAA COVID Ops, Dreamforce 2022 and others with the Stratoscope team and embracing his passion for working directly with security teams, clients, and fans from diverse backgrounds, Jason embraced the opportunity to join Stratsocope full-time in 2023 as Manager of Client Experiences.
When not immersed in his professional endeavors, Jason finds solace and joy in the company of his wife and four children in Surprise, Arizona, where he also dedicates his time to coaching his kids’ sports teams.
Grayson Craft is a seasoned Security Consultant Project Manager at Stratoscope, specializing in safeguarding construction sites, heavy equipment, and assets from potential threats, including protestors and unauthorized individuals. With a strong focus on operational efficiency, strategic planning, and onsite staffing, Grayson ensures seamless security operations that mitigate risks and maintain site integrity.
His journey into the security industry began three years ago with Ingressotek, where he led weapons detection security for events nationwide. Notably, in November 2023, Grayson assisted in directing security operations for the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Las Vegas, Nevada, coordinating multiple large guard companies to prepare for the high-profile event.
Throughout his career, Grayson has collaborated with esteemed organizations such as Google, Oracle, PGA, Figma, Salesforce, F1, RX, FBI, GBI, and DHS, contributing his expertise to numerous projects and events across the United States. He excels in strategic planning and continuous improvement, firmly believing in the power of adaptability, proactiveness, and innovation.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Grayson leads an active lifestyle. Whether it’s cliff jumping, fixing cars, or golfing, he thrives in the great outdoors. When not engaged in these activities, Grayson cherishes time spent with family, friends, and his three loving dogs.
Molly brings over 15 years of experience in organizational, project, and event management to Stratoscope. A Connecticut native and NYU graduate, her career spans professional sports, nonprofits, and the tech industry, providing her with a unique perspective on operational excellence.
She began her career at Major League Baseball and the NFL, managing logistics for high-profile events like the World Series, MLB All-Star Games, Owners Meetings, and World Baseball Classic. She later led live debate productions for the nonprofit Open to Debate and honed her technical project management skills at on T-Mobile’s Broadband team.
As Manager, Project Operations at Stratoscope, Molly ensures seamless event execution, keeping projects on track, on time, and within budget. Her diverse background allows her to anticipate challenges and drive success for Stratoscope’s clients.
Outside of work, Molly is an avid traveler who has lived on four continents and spent over a year backpacking through Southeast Asia and Australia. When she’s home, she enjoys gardening, cooking, and spending time with her Bernedoodle.
Michelle Price serves as the Manager of Project Operations at Stratoscope, where she leverages her dynamic leadership and expertise in security, compliance, and risk management to drive operational efficiency, risk reduction, and enhanced client experiences. With a proven track record in training and team leadership, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Michelle excels at developing policy and strategic solutions, overseeing operations and ensuring regulatory compliance, as well as fostering collaboration between stakeholders when managing contracts and vendors.
Her background spans both the public and private sector in real estate, government administration, and event security. She previously managed compliance for the City of Atlanta, implementing HUD regulations and grant programs, and led anti-human trafficking initiatives for Georgia’s Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. As Safety and Security Manager at Atlantic Station, she developed security policies and risk mitigation strategies for a major mixed-use development.
Michelle holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Georgia State University and professional certifications in emergency management, human trafficking prevention, and sports and entertainment security. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking waterfalls, dancing, and spending time with her husband.
Molly brings 15 years of diverse experience in organizational, project, and event management to her role at Stratoscope. After growing up in Connecticut and studying Sports Management at New York University, Molly embarked on a career that has spanned major sports leagues, non-profit organizations, and the tech industry.
Her journey began with impactful roles at Major League Baseball and the National Football League, where she played a critical role in the logistical coordination and on-site management of major domestic and international events. Her portfolio includes prestigious events such as the World Series, All-Star Games, Owners Meetings, League Summits, and World Baseball Classics. Molly’s experience extends to the non-profit sector, where she led the production and operations of live debates that were broadcasted and podcasted for Open to Debate.
Seeking new challenges, Molly transitioned to the tech industry, serving as a Senior Technical Project Manager for T-Mobile’s Broadband team in Colorado. This role allowed her to hone her project management and operational skills in a fast-paced corporate environment.
Now, as part of Stratoscope’s Project Operations team, Molly is leveraging her diverse background to help build a bright future for the company. Her unique blend of experience in sports, events, non-profit, and tech sectors provides valuable insights and strategies for Stratoscope’s clients.
Molly’s passion for exploration extends beyond her professional life. Having lived on four continents and spent over a year backpacking through Southeast Asia and Australia, she brings a global perspective to her work. When not helping to create seamless event experiences, Molly enjoys cooking with her husband and friends, road-tripping, gardening, and running around with her Bernedoodle.
Emma Scaff is the Business Operations Manager at Stratoscope, where she has been a key part of the team since 2022. With a background in marketing and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Palm Beach Atlantic University, Emma plays a vital role in optimizing business operations and aligning processes with Stratoscope’s strategic vision. Her expertise ensures efficiency, growth, and seamless execution across the organization.
Originally from Canada, Emma now calls West Palm Beach, Florida, home. Beyond her professional endeavors, she is passionate about health and fitness and has a deep love for travel, always seeking new experiences and perspectives.
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