Business Partners & Affiliates
Together we rise.
The associations we belong to and the companies we trust — the network that stands behind every job we do. Membership means accountability, and the partners on this page hold us to it.
“We rise by lifting others.”— Robert Ingersoll
Memberships & Affiliations
Where we belong.7 organizations
The professional bodies that vet, train and hold their members to a standard — and that we’re proud to be part of.
AALPI
Arizona Association of Licensed Private Investigators
InfraGard
FBI Partnership for Protection
OSAC
U.S. Dept. of State — Overseas Security Advisory Council
W.A.D.
World Association of Detectives · est. 1925
AFIO
Association of Former Intelligence Officers
APSPA
Arizona Private Security Professionals Association
ASIS International
The global community of security professionals
Partners & Vendors
Our partners.9 companies
The firms and vendors whose gear, platforms and expertise we deploy in the field — vetted, proven, and standing behind the work.
GM Soft
Global mobile software
Meta PCS
Communications
Safe Life Defense
Body armor & protective equipment
Unplugged
Privacy-first mobile devices
Firewalla
Network security & firewall
Atwell Investigations
Investigations partner
DDFS
Digital Discovery & Forensics Services
Why the network matters
What memberships and partnerships mean for your case.
A logo on a page is only worth something if it changes how the work gets done. For a client, the associations and vendors behind a security or investigations firm shape three things: the standards the team is held to, the tools it can put in the field, and the specialists it can call on when a job outgrows one discipline.
Professional associations for investigators, security professionals and intelligence veterans typically expect members to follow a code of conduct, stay current on law and practice, and share lessons with peers. Information-sharing partnerships between the private sector and government exist so that people defending businesses and infrastructure can learn about threats earlier and in context. None of that replaces licensing or judgment, but it adds a layer of accountability that a stand-alone operator does not have.
Vendor and field partners matter for a different reason. Surveillance cameras, counter-surveillance gear, body armor, network security appliances, privacy-focused devices and forensic platforms all have to be chosen, tested and supported. Working with established suppliers helps our teams deploy equipment they understand, get support when something fails, and explain to a client or a court what was used and why.
Standards you can check
Associations publish their own membership expectations. You can review them directly and ask any provider how they meet them in practice.
Earlier threat awareness
Information-sharing relationships help our analysts understand emerging scam, fraud and attack patterns before they show up in a client’s inbox or parking lot.
Gear with a support path
Field equipment from established vendors means documentation, updates and a known way to troubleshoot when conditions are harsh.
Specialists on call
Investigative and forensic partners extend capacity and bring niche skills when a matter crosses jurisdictions or disciplines.
How we choose
How a firm or vendor earns a place on this page.
We are a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, and the people who built it came from military and law-enforcement work where you do not trust equipment or teammates you have not checked. The same habit applies to partners.
- Fit and purpose. We start with a specific need: a capability gap, a region, a type of equipment or a discipline our clients keep asking about. We do not add partners just to fill a page.
- Licensing and standing. Where a service is regulated, we confirm the partner holds the licenses the work requires. In Arizona, for example, private investigators and security guards are licensed through the Department of Public Safety; other states have their own rules.
- Reputation and background. We look at how the firm operates, how long it has been doing the work and whether its public record raises concerns. Our own business partner due diligence checklist reflects the questions we ask ourselves.
- Field testing. Equipment and platforms are used on real assignments before we rely on them. If a product does not hold up to heat, dust or long deployments, it does not stay in the kit.
- Confidentiality terms. Anyone who may touch client information agrees in writing to handle it on a need-to-know basis, and we limit what is shared to what the task requires.
- Ongoing review. Relationships are revisited. Performance, responsiveness and conduct on each job determine whether a partner keeps getting work.
For clients
What stays the same when a partner is involved.
Some engagements are handled entirely by our own team. Others draw on a vendor’s platform or a partner’s local presence. Either way, the client relationship is designed to feel the same.
- One point of contact. You deal with Honeybadger. We coordinate the partner, so you are not managing multiple firms or repeating your story.
- One standard. Reports, evidence handling and field conduct follow our procedures, including chain-of-custody practices for anything that may end up in litigation. Our overview of forensic imaging and chain of custody explains why that matters.
- Command stays with us. Guard posts in Arizona are staffed by our own licensed employees. Where physical coverage is needed elsewhere, it is delivered through a vetted managed network under Honeybadger’s command, not handed off and forgotten.
- Your information is compartmentalized. A partner sees only what it needs for its piece of the job. Sensitive details about principals, locations and case strategy are not circulated.
- You can ask. If you want to know whether a partner will be involved in your matter and in what role, ask before the engagement starts. We will tell you what we can without compromising anyone’s security.
Membership in an association or use of a vendor’s product is not an endorsement by that organization of any specific engagement, and it does not change the outcome of a case. It reflects the standards and tools we bring to the work.
For prospective partners
Who tends to fit, and what to expect.
We work with licensed professionals, specialist firms and vendors who share a practical, evidence-first way of working. If that sounds like you, the details of how referrals and delivery partnerships are structured are on our become a partner page.
Licensed investigators
Firms that can support casework in other regions, or that need forensic, OSINT or surveillance capacity they do not keep in-house.
Security and guard agencies
Agencies that want a reliable partner for protective work, specialized posts or technical services outside their own scope.
IT and cyber providers
Managed service providers and consultants whose clients need incident response, digital forensics or investigative follow-up.
Professional advisors
Attorneys, insurance professionals, property managers and consultants who regularly meet clients with security or investigative needs.
Equipment vendors
Makers of surveillance, counter-surveillance, protective and privacy products who want their gear used and supported by working professionals.
Expect a conversation before anything is signed. We will want to understand your licensing, insurance, the regions and disciplines you cover, and how you protect client information. You should expect the same questions answered in return. Terms for any relationship are agreed in writing, and each side should review them with its own advisors.
How referrals move between us
When a partner sends someone our way, the handoff is simple: the partner makes the introduction, we contact the prospective client directly, and the scoping conversation happens with us. We keep the referring partner informed at a level the client is comfortable with. Case details are not shared back without the client’s permission, because confidentiality belongs to the client, not to the referral chain.
When we route work to a partner, we define the task, the deliverable, the deadline and the handling rules for any information or evidence involved. The partner reports to us, and we review the work before it reaches the client.
Compliance comes first
Referral and teaming arrangements have to respect the rules each profession works under. Licensing requirements for investigations and security vary by state, and some professions, such as law, have their own rules about referral relationships and fees. Requirements vary; confirm with counsel or your licensing body before entering any arrangement. We would rather pass on a relationship than create a compliance problem for a partner or a client.
Questions
Partners and affiliates, answered.
Does a partner ever work my case without my knowledge?
Our practice is to discuss the delivery approach during scoping. If a partner’s specialty or location is part of the plan, you can ask about it and raise concerns before work begins.
Can I request that no outside firms be involved?
Yes, you can raise that requirement up front. Some work can be kept entirely in-house; for other work, such as coverage far from Arizona, we will explain what is realistic so you can decide.
Do you sell the equipment your partners make?
Some partner products are available through our security-gear shop. We carry gear because our teams use it, and we can explain how it performs in the field.
How do I verify an association membership?
Most professional associations maintain their own member verification processes. You are welcome to check directly with the organization.
Are partners covered by the same confidentiality as your staff?
Partners who may handle client information agree to confidentiality terms in writing, and we limit what they receive to what their part of the job requires.
What if a partner falls short?
Tell us. We own the client relationship and the outcome of the service delivered, so we address the issue with the partner and review whether the relationship continues.
If you have a question about how our network would support a specific need, start with a confidential consultation or call 602-725-2818.
Want to join the network?
We partner with firms, licensed professionals and vendors who share our standard. If that’s you, there’s a place for you here.
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