Wade Lyons is a law enforcement veteran, leadership expert, and CEO of Black Onyx Investigations, LLC, a private security and investigations company expanding into executive protection services. Wade began his public safety career with the City of Austin Police Department in 2006, where he rose through the ranks to become Training Division Commander, leading recruiting, training, and administration for over 2,300 personnel. His diverse APD assignments included Patrol, Risk Management, Investigations, Street Narcotics, Strategic Intelligence, and Recruiting. Recognized for his servant leadership, Wade emphasizes building trust, mentorship, and collaboration between officers and the community. A lifelong learner, he holds a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Lamar University and is pursuing his MBA while also completing advanced leadership programs at Harvard Kennedy School and FBI-LEEDA. Today, Wade leverages his public safety expertise to deliver high-quality investigative and security services through Black Onyx Investigations.