ABOUT
BLAKE
COOK
"There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.
General Colin Powell - former U.S. Secretary of State and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
A Veteran, Law Enforcement Expert, and Tactical Instructor
Blake Cook serves as the Director of Law Enforcement Operations and Lead Instructor at Blu Bearing Solutions. He began his career in the military as an 11 Bravo, deploying to Afghanistan in 2012 and earning a Purple Heart. After four years of military service, he transitioned into law enforcement with the City of Fayetteville, North Carolina, where he spent eight years as a police officer, seven of which were on the Emergency Response Team (S.W.A.T). As a senior team member, Blake specialized in assault operations and was also trained and state-qualified as a sniper. His expertise includes close-quarter combat, hostage rescues, and high-stress shoot/no-shoot situations.
In addition to his S.W.A.T. experience, Blake has undergone specialized training in Personal Security Detail (PSD) work, protecting high-profile individuals such as the President of the United States. He also served as a detective for four years, focusing on combating gangs, cartels, and illegal firearms. His work often involved undercover operations investigating crimes such as human trafficking, drug trafficking, and illegal weapon trade. Blake's extensive experience in both military and law enforcement, combined with collaboration with federal agencies, has made him a key asset in the training and development of law enforcement professionals at Blu Bearing Solutions.
Distinguished Service Awards and Honors
Combat Infantry Badge
Purple Heart
Army Achievement Medal
Overseas Service Ribbon
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
Army Service Ribbon
National Defense Service Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal
NATO Medal
Expert Marksmanship
Airborne Jump Wings
4x Unit Commendation Medals
3x Merit Awards
1x Lifesaving Award
Gang Unit of the Year (2018)
Gang Investigator of the Year (2019)
SWAT Operator Crest
Senior SWAT Operator Crest
Professional Qualifications and Certifications
Narcotics Covert Surveillance Course
Narco Terrorism
HIDTA Domestic Drug Interdiction
Basic SWAT
Advanced SWAT
LE Sniper Course
Undercover Survival Techniques
Violent Fugitive Apprehension
Open Source Intelligence Training
North Carolina Gang Investigator Certification
Narcotics Investigations Techniques
Rural Surveillance
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