Tampa, FL – January 05, 2025 – The Grafton Group is pleased to announce that our President and Founder, Tim O’Rourke, CPS, FBCI, has been selected as one of the Top Professional Investigators of 2024 by PI Magazine, with a prominent feature on the cover of their November/December 2024 issue. This recognition reflects Tim‘s extensive track record in the private investigation field, drawing from over 40 years of hands-on experience delivering reliable, ethical services to clients across corporate, legal, and security sectors.
Drawing from his firsthand experience since 1984, Tim has specialized in corporate investigations, risk mitigation, technical surveillance countermeasures (TSCM), major fraud investigations, internet and financial crimes, asset searches, product counterfeiting, due diligence, and workplace violence prevention. As the founder of The Grafton Group & TSD, he has assembled a national team of seasoned practitioners and courtroom-tested forensic experts, ensuring every case is handled with precision and integrity to provide clear, actionable insights.
Tim‘s expertise is demonstrated through key certifications and contributions:
- Certified Protection Specialist (CPS), earned in 1989 from Executive Security International (ESI), often regarded as a leading institution in executive protection training.
- Fellow of the Florida Board of Certified Investigators (FBCI), underscoring his commitment to professional standards.
His authoritativeness in the industry is evidenced by leadership roles and advisory positions:
- Served as President of the Florida Association of Licensed Investigators (FALI), where he doubled membership and elevated it to the second-largest statewide PI association in the U.S.
- Held appointments as Vice President and Legislative Chair for FALI, as well as committee member, advisor, speaker and participant in state, national, and international organizations including ASIS, CALI, FALI, NCISS, TALI, and WAD.
- Advised the Florida regulatory body for private investigators from 2005 to 2013, appointed by Florida Commissioner C. Bronson, including serving as Vice Chair and Chair of the Private Investigation, Recovery, and Security Advisory Council in 2010-11.
- Contributed to developing post-9/11 training curricula for the Department of Licensing (DOL), which regulates security and investigators under Florida Statute 493.
- Acted as an active advocate for private investigators and security professionals for nearly two decades, including frequent contributions to professional publications on operations, ethics, and standards.
- From the 1990s through 2012, provided expert commentary alongside colleagues on major Tampa Bay news outlets, including WFLA (NBC), WTSP (CBS), WTVT (FOX), WFTS (ABC), and WFLA 970 Radio, offering insights on investigative and security matters.
Tim‘s motto, “Bring It!”, embodies his dedication to tackling complex challenges head-on while prioritizing client clarity and ethical practices.
This honor from PI Magazine, established in 1988 as a trusted resource for the investigative community, validates his longstanding impact and trustworthiness in a field where accuracy and reliability are paramount. At The Grafton Group, we congratulate Tim on this well-deserved accolade and remain committed to upholding the highest standards of service.