27 MAR 06
From: Michael Benedict, US Navy
To: Whom It May Concern
SUBJ: COMMENTS CONCERNING ISI SURVEILLENCE TRAINING, JULY 2005.
Ref: (a) Email between Mr. Benedict/Mr. Timen, 23 FEB 06.
1. As discussed in reference (a), I am forwarding this comment of recommendation concerning the training conducted by Albert Timen and associates. This endorsement is based on my personal observations while attending a two week surveillance training course in Houston TX and contract negotiations prior. This not an official endorsement by the US Navy or Department of Defense.
2. All training, interactions, meetings, and phone conversations, including contract negotiations were professionally handled. I felt that customer service and giving the desired end product to my unit were important objectives to Mr. Timen and all his representatives. Open communications, prior to and during the training evolutions, was outstanding and vital.
3. Mr. Timen worked as the instructor coordinator, personnel manager, and also as a key instructor during the course. His personal experiences in combating terrorism and conducting live surveillance operations in Israel proved invaluable. His staff provided customized instruction to meet our unit’s objectives and time constraints. Their flexibility in the difficult funds transfer process from the US Government was also noted.
4. He and his staff were anxious to provide the best service to my unit. He maintained strong communications through daily meetings with key unit decision makers to meet daily objectives. Professionalism in his interactions with me was the hallmark as well as timeliness of responses to our needs and requests. Their enthusiasm showed as they enjoyed conducting training and passing real experiences on to a new generation of special operations personnel.
5. I would be willing to utilize his services again without reservation. I believe he would apply himself fully toward any training objective in the anti-terrorism realm. His contacts and real-world experience were invaluable in the successful and high-paced training environment.
6. For any amplifying information, please feel free to contact me directly: ITCM Benedict, OPS, COMM 757-462-5561 or Cell 757-348-2485.
Respectfully,
Michael Benedict
