Barry Donadio Appears In Recent Book 2023

Barry Donadio is proud to be featured in this book "Military Police Regimental History 1941 to 2018 " noting his service in the U.S. Army Military Police and other military units. Donadio loves this book! This is a very well made hard cover book that documents the history of the U.S. Army Military Police . Don't let the title throw you off. The book documents the Military Police all the way back to George Washington who created them. The book offers many never before seen military pictures and loads of biographies of real life present and past Military Police Officers. See Barry Donadio's bio on page 191. https://www.acclaimpress.com/books/military-police-regiment/

Barry Donadio will speak on the 2nd Amendment In Howard County, Maryland

Barry Donadio will speak on the 2nd Amendment to the Howard County Republican Women on February 15th 2022 at 7pm. Bare Bones Grill & Bar, Ellicott City, Maryland. For more information go to: www.hocogopwomen.com www.barrydonadio.com

Train To Use Firearms With Barry Donadio, Former Secret Service HQL Class Feb 13th 2021

With the recent state of affairs moving into 2021, it may be time you consider getting legally armed. Instructor Barry Donadio, a former member of the U.S. Secret Service can show you how. The name “Donadio” is becoming a household name for those seeking who to go to for firearms training in Maryland. After protecting Presidents Bush and Obama, he moved into the private sector and opened his own private security firm called Public Security LLC. In addition to providing bodyguards and armed security, his firm teaches citizens how to use firearms for self-defense. He has become a major provider of the 4 hour pistol classes for those seeking their Maryland Handgun Qualification License (HQL) in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland and the Eastern shore. Donadio adds a nice touch for every client by sharing his cell number (202–631–1153) in case they ever have any questions during the process of obtaining their license. He does caution callers that his phone sometimes gets overwhelmed with calls. Be sure to leave a message if he doesn’t answer. He returns every call. He is also very responsive on Facebook and emails. Donadio said; “We have had a huge increase of women seeking handgun training for self-defense” Once students obtain their HQL, they move on to obtaining their wear and carry pistol permit. This process is is a little more complicated and it requires and addition 16 hours of training. Students also must shoot a qualifying pistol course to obtain the permit. Donadio also teaches more advance firearms courses for student seeking to become experts with firearms. One on one training is available for those seeking to acquire a higher comfort level with firearms prior to all formal classes. Instructor Barry Donadio Public Security LLC 855–589–2267

Barry Donadio Featured In AT EASE Military Magazine June 2020 Issue

Barry Donadio, President of Public Security LLC (Photo by Patsy Lynch)

You’re in good hands with Barry Donadio the President of Public Security LLC, who is a former U.S. Secret Service tactical operator.

The building is as anonymous as one could find, nestled in an industrial park in Queenstown, MD., a mid-size town on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. A small discreet sign is the only indication that there is a well-known, well-regarded security company. The office is functional, a few items including a small toy car, certificates from the states of Maryland and New York certifying that the occupant is fully licensed as a private detective and a firearms instructor. This is the office of Barry Donadio, President of Public Security, LLC, one of about 420 security agencies in Maryland.

Like the office where he sits, Barry Donadio presents the image of a calm, quiet man, who’s background belies his appearance. Donadio, a native of New York, his accent still present, has always been involved with some aspect of security.

The summer of his junior year in high school, Donadio participated in a then, novel program which allowed underaged (he was 17) students to join the New York (NY) Army National Guard and take part if a modified boot camp. Unlike the JROTC, this program was designed to prepare students to become fully qualified student upon graduation. After graduation, Donadio qualified as an Infantry Recon Scout, assigned to the Army National Guard on Long Island, NY. He loved being in the National Guard. “I have so much respect for the men and women I worked with. Every day, they place their lives on the line to defend this country. It was an honor to serve with them.”

After his initial commitment to the Army National Guard was completed, he joined the U.S. Army Reserve as a Military Police Officer at the 340th Military Police Company in Jamaica, Queens NY. He later transferred to the New York Air National Guard where he became a Team Leader in the Emergency Services Team and was a Security Police Officer. This assignment saw him involved with the crash of TWA Flight 800 which crashed off Long Island Sound. This experience leads him to later write his first book, “TWA Flight 800 First Responder Witness Account”.

During his posting in at the Garbreski ANG base in Westhampton Beach, Long Island, he worked with a variety of law enforcement agencies, both State and Federal. He worked along side these agencies assisting with protecting President Bill Clinton and Vice President Al Gore who would visit the New York City area and Long Island. Several Federal Agents that he worked with encouraged him to consider working for the Federal Government and after visiting the Washington DC area, decided to apply to the Secret Service.

‘I finally did send in an application and promptly forgot about it. Image my surprise when I got a call to come in for an interview. I passed the required tests and background investigation and found myself working at the White House.”

Donadio’s job at the White House position was that part of the elite Emergency Response Team (ERT) whose job is to provide security for the President both at the White House itself and on travel to local and foreign areas. Donadio, understandably is reluctant to discuss specifics, even today, due to the nature of the job and to protect the security still in place.

Reluctant to retire completely, “I am the kind of guy who likes to stay busy.” Donadio wanted to do something in the security business and after talking with various people in and around the Washington DC area, decided to pursue his current position, which is marketed towards people who want to know that their home, family, friends and neighbors are protected from outside elements.

Determination, laser sharp focus and over all security are what Barry Donadio advances at Public Security LLC which is a high-end private security and investigation firm that provides a variety of services, from security patrols and armed protection for private events to personal security for celebrities, state and local Congressional representatives. Donadio employees Military veterans, off duty and retired police officers, Security professionals and defense industry contractors who have specialized skills that may be needed to meet the need of their clients. The company also can conduct background checks for potential employees and act as legal process servers in addition to being hired as private detectives.

“I love having prior military personnel on my list contract employee list. I know I can depend on them to provide quality services to our clients.” said Donadio.

“In addition to providing security services, I am also a Firearms instructor. Police departments and private clients in the area can use our services to ensure that their staff are up to date with their training requirements. I also conduct monthly firearm instructions for private individuals who may be interested in acquiring a permit to own and carry a gun. The state of Maryland has very strict laws regarding gun ownership and I make sure that the people who attend my classes are well trained.”

This article was originally reported by Patsy Lynch and is featured in the June 2020 issue of AT EASE Magazine

Donadio Awarded "Global War On Terrorism Medal" 17 Years After Military Service

On June 24th, 2019, Barry Donadio was awarded the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOT-SM) for his service while still in the military back in 2002. The United States had just been attacked on September 11th, 2001 and we had not yet invaded Iraq when Donadio served on anti-terrorism operations from September 2001 until August 2002. Donadio was then honorably discharged from military service in 2002 and transferred to the United States Secret Service. He spent the next ten years in serving the United States Government.

Donadio originally did not receive the medal because he was already out of the military when the medal was established on March 12th, 2003, via executive order 13289.

Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOT-SM)

The criteria to receive the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal is that a military service member must have served on active duty during a designated anti-terrorism operation. They had to serve for a minimum 30 consecutive or 60 non-consecutive days on such operation. For those who were engaged in combat, killed, or wounded in the line of duty the time requirement is waived.

Barry Donadio, October 2001

Donadio said; “ I would like to thank Shawn Jester, Constituent Liaison of Congressman Andy Harris M.D. (R) for assisting me to obtain this prestigious medal. I would also like to thank Congressman Andy Harris who has not only helped me, but has also been instrumental in helping other Veterans in Maryland. I really appreciate his devotion to serving Maryland citizens.”

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Barry Donadio

Donadio will add his newly awarded Global War on Terrorism Service Medal to his corrected DD-214 military record along with his already existing Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, National Defense Medal, and four honorable discharges to name a few.

Since completing his military service and government service, Donadio has stayed active as an advocate for other Veterans. He is a member of the Kent Island American Legion Post 278 and a lifetime member of the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7464 in Grasonville, MD.