Meet the United Defense Tactical Team
Discover the experienced tactical training experts who lead United Defense Tactical’s mission across the country. Our team brings unmatched leadership, operational knowledge, and field-tested insight to every aspect of our programs.
Elite Backgrounds
Our team includes professionals with law enforcement, military, and threat management expertise.
Results-Driven Leadership
Thousands of students trained under UDT's proven methodologies.
Nationwide Reach
Serving communities across the U.S. with strategically located training centers.
Ongoing Support & Development
Continuous program updates, operational support, and educational leadership across all regions.
Our Training Philosophy
"Excellence in tactical training requires dedication, precision, and unwavering commitment to safety. Every student deserves the highest quality instruction to prepare them for whatever challenges they may face."
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Our certified team members bring decades of combined experience from military, law enforcement, and specialized tactical training backgrounds.
Jonathan "JC" Caldwell
Chief Executive Officer
JC has served in Law Enforcement for over 20 years, spending most of his career with the Dallas Police Department. His experience includes working as a K9 officer, a Designated Marksman, and serving in multiple tactical unit roles. He also operated undercover on a violent felony fugitive task force. A lifelong student of combative arts, JC holds multiple instructor certifications in firearms, defensive tactics, CQB, and de-escalation. He has led Executive Protection details in more than 10 countries for high-net-worth individuals, religious leaders, and political figures, and has instructed across the nation through his company LivTactically. His extensive real-world experience, both in operational environments and in leadership roles, shapes his practical and applicable approach to training.
20+ YearsSpecialties
Enrollment Coach, UDT Costa Mesa
Jeff, is an Enrollment Coach with over 30 years of firearms experience. He’s a seasoned marksman, committed self-defense practitioner, and an experienced survivalist. Jeff’s passion for readiness and safety shines through in every interaction, whether he’s onboarding new students or sharing real‑world knowledge.
Senior Training Coordinator, UDT Costa Mesa
Jared brings over 30 years of deep experience in medical equipment finance and practice acquisitions, along with five years at United Defense Tactical as Director of Business Development and Senior Training Coordinator. Jared is known for his strategic mindset, strong leadership, and ability to merge practical business acumen with training excellence.
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