Founder & Principal Security Advisor

Tyrone Collins is a seasoned security strategist, consultant, and executive with more than 27 years of cross-disciplinary experience solving complex security challenges for leaders in the hospitality, corporate, and critical infrastructure sectors. As the Founder and Principal Security Advisor of NordBridge, he architects resilient, enterprise-wide security programs that bridge the critical gap between physical risk and digital threats.

Tyrone forged his expertise in the high-stakes, fast-paced environment of Chicago's premier hospitality and nightlife scene. For over two decades, he directed security, safety, and loss prevention programs for some of the city's most iconic, high-volume venues. In these roles, he mastered the art of operational command, developing a keen, proactive understanding of threat assessment, crowd management, and the protection of high-value assets and VIPs in dynamic environments.

Recognizing that the modern threat landscape had evolved beyond traditional boundaries, Tyrone pivoted his focus to the new reality of converged security. He saw firsthand how physical crime, like a stolen phone, could instantly escalate into a digital crisis, draining bank accounts and compromising identities—a model he defines as the "Street-to-Screen Threat Chain." To master this new domain, he completed the University of Michigan’s Cybersecurity Professional Certificate Program, gaining deep expertise in zero-trust principles, incident response, and network security.

This unique combination of field-tested physical security command and advanced cybersecurity knowledge is the foundation of NordBridge Security Advisors.

However, it is Tyrone's deep, personal connection to Brazil that defines the firm's mission. After first visiting Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo in 2006, he developed a profound appreciation for the country's culture and people. Upon returning nearly two decades later, he renewed his passion and committed not only to building a business in Brazil but to making it his future home. This "vested interest" is at the heart of NordBridge's philosophy: to be a committed partner in building a safer, more resilient future for the communities the firm serves in both the U.S. and Brazil.

Core Competencies & Specializations

  • Converged Security Strategy & Program Development

  • Physical Security & Risk Assessments (SAFE-ZONE ASSESSMENT)

  • AI-Enhanced Surveillance Strategy & Compliance Audits (AI-READINESS AUDIT)

  • Data Privacy & Compliance (LGPD, CCPA, NIST Framework)

  • Loss Prevention & Asset Protection for Hospitality & Retail

  • Emergency Preparedness & Staff Training

  • Bilingual, Bi-Regional Operations (U.S. & Brazil)