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G. Michael Verden

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Lake Forest, Illinois40 years+ years experience
Security Management and Event Security Expert Witness

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Professional Summary

G. Michael Verden, CSC is a security management and risk assessment expert specializing in executive protection, corporate security, and emergency preparedness. With a career spanning roles in the United States Secret Service, the NBA, and strategic security consulting, he brings a comprehensive understanding of high-stakes security operations and risk mitigation strategies to his litigation work. His work centers on investigating security vulnerabilities, assessing risk management protocols, and evaluating whether security measures meet industry standards.

Mr. Verden has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving high-profile events, corporate security, and public safety. His Master of Science in Criminology, along with his Certified Security Consultant designation, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving security management and risk assessment.

Work Experience

Michael Hyzy has over 17 years of experience in various leadership and consulting roles. He is currently the Vice President, National AI Strategy & Product Development Lead at CGI, Chicago, Illinois, a position he has held since October 2025. His career includes multiple positions at CGI, Inspire11, Caremerge, Life Fitness, and other companies in the Greater Chicago Area.

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Best Descriptor

G. Michael Verden specializes in leading AI-driven product development and strategic innovation across various industries.

Best Use Cases

  • 1AI product strategy development
  • 2organizational transformation consulting
  • 3data-driven product management

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Education

  • Master of Business Administration in Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurship and Strategic Innovation

    Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · 2025

  • B.A. in Economics

    Roosevelt University · 2010

  • Brother Rice High School Chicago · 2003

  • Master of Science in Criminology

    Indiana State University · 2005

  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

    Western Illinois University · 1980

Licenses

  • Product Management (NPDP)
  • CRISP-DM
  • CPMAI (Cognitive Project Management for AI)
  • Strategic Foresight (IFTF)
  • Agile Leadership (Scrum Alliance)
  • Private Security ContractorState of Illinois (IL)
  • Private DetectiveState of Illinois (IL)
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