Who We Are
About Solaren Risk Management
Solaren is a Leading Provider of Security & Police Personnel based in Nashville Tennessee & provides services to the Southeastern United States.
About Solaren
Solaren Risk Management was founded in early 2017 by two friends, Jack K. Byrd III and Curtis E. Dodson. Solaren Risk Management has proudly delivered unarmed and armed security services, off-duty police services, and investigation services for commercial and government clients. Our presence ensures the security of people, properties, and assets.
Our Officers share an unwavering commitment to safeguard every post under our watch. Solaren is a leading provider of security and police personnel in the state of Tennessee and the southeastern United States. Let us serve you today.
Management Team
Jack K. Byrd III, CEO
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Jack K. Byrd III was born and raised in Middle Tennessee. He graduated from Wilson Central High School in Lebanon, TN. For his undergraduate education, he attended Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Policy. He then pursued graduate studies at Cumberland University, obtaining a Master of Science in Public Service Management.
Over the next ten years, Byrd worked toward his doctorate in Forensic Sociology, which he ultimately attained in May 2024 from the University of Southern California. His doctorate is in Behavioral and Human Sciences, and his published dissertation is titled
“The 4 Ps of Forensic Sociology: People + Problem + Patterns = Pathology.”
Byrd began his career in public service at the age of 19, working as a paid intern with the Davidson County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO). Upon turning 21, he attended the DCSO training academy. One year later, he was promoted to Corporal. He was subsequently assigned to the Armed Services Division, where he oversaw the transportation and movement of inmates as well as the extradition of wanted persons. Byrd was also reassigned for various innovative community projects, including “Toys for Tots” and the “Sober Ride Campaign.”
- In 2014, Byrd joined the United States Marshals Service as a District Task Force Officer, a position he held until July 2015, when he left the DCSO and full-time law enforcement. It was during this period that the planning and design phase for Solaren began.
- On January 16, 2017, Solaren officially launched, poised to make a major impact in its respective markets. As CEO, Byrd has focused on sustainable growth and expansion, all while maintaining a core philosophy of “people over profit” in delivering services to clients.
- As of 2025, Solaren operates permanent operations in five U.S. states, employs a combined force of over 1,200 personnel, and is a recognized U.S. Defense Contractor. In 2021, Byrd established a philanthropic mission within Solaren aimed at addressing a wide range of social and humanitarian issues.
In his free time, Byrd enjoys competitive shooting, hiking, and playing the piano. He currently resides in Mount Juliet, TN, and serves in various capacities within state and local community government.
Bethany Gill
Brandon Bullock
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Taylor Pepper
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Taylor has been with Solaren since May of 2023 and operates as the company’s Media and Marketing Coordinator. In 2024 he assumed an even great leadership role as Solaren’s new Director of Communications.
Joey Grosser
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Joey Grosser grew up in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago and moved to Tennessee in the beginning of 2019. Joey joined our team in the summer of 2021 as part of the Law Enforcement Division. Before Solaren, Joey spent 2 years as a patrol officer in Gallatin, Tennessee. Joey graduated from Tennessee Regional Law Enforcement Academy at Walters State Community College with high Academic Honors.
After his experience as a Law Enforcement Officer, Joey took a Field Operations Coordinator position where he oversees and schedules around ten different armed and unarmed security contracts. In 2024 Joey assumed an even greater leadership role as Field Operations Manager.
Joey has a younger brother and older sister that still live in Chicago, but is hoping they join the southerners soon! When Joey isn’t working, he enjoys cheering on Chicago sports teams, wake surfing on Old Hickory Lake, or listening to music.
Hero Ibrahim
Brad Lewis
Ariz Hassan
Darrell Webb
Dustin Carr
Jarreth Lassiter
Testimonials & Reviews
Solaren is a Leading Provider of Security & Police Personnel based in Nashville Tennessee & provides services to the Southeastern United States.
"Thank you for SAVING MY ENTIRE BUSINESS Solaren Risk Management, Your impeccable security team is incredible. You guys go above and beyond the call of duty for people!"
"I would say it’s a great company to work for you want part time work simply because your able to have very flexible hours which is great if you want some extra money. Management is very friendly as well. They make you feel like your not just another body of the company but instead like a key factor of the company."
"5 Star services for the security guard services of Solaren Risk Management
5252 Hickory Hollow Pkwy Suite 168, Antioch, TN 37013"
Solaren Risk Management is employed by top brands in the industry. These are just a few examples of some of our clients.
Police Special Event Security
Nashville & Middle Tennessee
Solaren Risk Management was founded in early 2017 by two friends, Jack K. Byrd III and Curtis E. Dodson. We have proudly delivered unarmed and armed security services, off-duty police services, and investigation services for commercial and government clients. Our presence ensures the security of people, properties, and assets. Our Officers share an unwavering commitment to safeguard every post under our watch.
Solaren is a leading provider of Security & Police Personnel in the state of Tennessee & the Southeastern United States.
