Serving as the president of Reel Action Advisors Inc., Alan G. Burghard Sr. has exemplified fortitude throughout his career. Recognized as a corporation that provides technical support for the entertainment industry, Reel Action Advisors Inc. has been led by Mr. Burghard since 2015, witnessing much success since he took the helm. Mr. Burghard possesses a diverse background in military service, security and investigative services, which he has leveraged to excel in his present role. To wit, he often collaborates with Hollywood professionals to make a positive impact on other individuals’ lives.
Mr. Burghard has contributed to a myriad of television series in several capacities, first as a technical advisor to “NCIS: Los Angeles” and subsequently being credited as an associate producer in the later episodes of the final season. He was then retained as a technical consultant to “NCIS: Sydney” in its premiere season. He has been driven to support the field of arts and entertainment by his perseverance and willingness to make a difference in the world. In this regard, he credits his belief that failure is not an option as an attribute leading to his success.
Furthermore, Mr. Burghard served in the United States Marine Corps from 1977 to 2007, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and serving as a special agent with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (more commonly known as the NCIS) from 1984 to 2009. Following his military retirement, he continued his tenure with the NCIS for two years, during which time, writers for the acclaimed CBS television series “NCIS: Los Angeles” requested his aid in demonstrating proper handgun use and safety for the show’s actors. Impressively, Mr. Burghard was subsequently asked to work as a technical advisor for the show from 2012 to 2023, having risen to the position of associate producer in the final episodes of the series.
Among his many professional milestones, Mr. Burghard is particularly gratified by his success in the United States Marine Corps, as well as his active involvement in preserving the lives of his fellow Marines. In the coming years, he endeavors to escalate in prominence in the film production industry or possibly contribute to the field in a consulting capacity. He lives and works by the motto “Semper Fidelis.”
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