Meet the Team
CEO, Lead Consultant
Ryan LaRose
Detective Ryan LaRose is a career law enforcement officer and military veteran dedicated to elevating public safety training standards across New England. He began his service in 2016 with the U.S. Army National Guard as a Military Police Officer, where he developed a reputation for leadership, discipline, and a passion for mentorship. His time in the military laid the foundation for his belief that the future of policing depends on education, preparedness, and a dedication to continual growth.
Ryan has since served with several Maine police departments, becoming one of the state’s youngest detectives at the age of 24. In addition, his continued service as a U.S. Air Force Security Forces Lead Trainer further solidified his expertise in professional development. Over his career, Ryan has earned numerous instructor-level certifications, including Use of Force, Combatives, Field Training, and Less Lethal applications.
Chief Operating Officer
Rebecca Mills
Rebecca Mills brings over 25 years of executive experience in financial risk operations, compliance management, and organizational leadership to her role as Chief Operating Officer at Paragon Training Co.
During her tenure at WEX Inc., Rebecca led global Financial Risk Operations, overseeing more than $1 billion in monthly transaction volume and $600 million in financial risk exposure. She implemented robust governance frameworks across public, private, and government contracts while driving enterprise-wide transformation through automation, data governance, and operational excellence initiatives. Her leadership ensured both financial resilience and regulatory compliance under SOX and SOC standards.
At Paragon Training Co., Rebecca applies this deep corporate foundation to strengthen operational efficiency, build scalable systems, and align strategic initiatives with measurable outcomes. Her expertise in policy development, risk mitigation, and performance management supports PTC’s continued growth while ensuring the highest standards of accountability, professionalism, and safety across all training programs.
Instructor, Consultant
Mat Yeaton
Mat Yeaton joins us after a distinguished law enforcement career spanning more than two decades. Never expecting to be that guy who says, “Well, when I started…,” he still can’t resist reminding people that he once hand-wrote crash reports.
Born, raised, and educated in the State of Maine, Mat has always called it home, where he also raised his family. Now enjoying more time for hobbies and family events, he can still be found meeting former colleagues for coffee or quietly buying lunch for an unsuspecting officer. Anyone who knows him knows: Mat is truly a cop’s cop.
After several years in patrol, Mat discovered his passion for impaired driving enforcement, field training, and academy instruction. That passion soon sparked a desire for deeper, more complex investigations. Transitioning into crash reconstruction, he found his drive to answer the elusive “why” and “how,” which led him to the ranks of Detective. His investigative career later expanded into cellphone forensics and human trafficking cases.
With a lifelong passion for teaching, Mat has joined our ranks to share his enthusiasm, knowledge, and real-world experience with the next generation of law enforcement professionals.
Firearms and Combative Instructor
Myles Crawford
Myles is a firearms and combatives instructor who brings real world experience and a strong focus on practical training that works when it matters. His approach is hands on, disciplined, and built around performing under pressure.
He is also a competitive shooter and has a strong background in MMA and BJJ, giving him a well rounded skillset that translates directly into the way he teaches. His ability to blend firearms training with real combatives experience is exactly the kind of instruction we look for.
Myles is the owner of Elevate Athletics, where he has built a reputation for pushing people to improve physically and mentally and helping them reach a higher level.
Director of Continuing Education
Erin McGann
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Director of Social Media
Alexis Greene
Alexis Greene serves as the Marketing and Social Media Manager for Paragon Training Co., where she oversees the company’s online presence, branding, and public outreach. In this role, Alexis manages Paragon’s social media platforms, develops marketing content, promotes upcoming training courses, and helps expand the company’s visibility within both the law enforcement and civilian communities. She plays an important role in communicating Paragon’s mission and ensuring that agencies, students, and community members stay informed about available training opportunities and programs.
Alexis brings strong organizational skills, creativity, and attention to detail to her position. She has a natural ability to connect with people and present information in a professional and engaging way, helping strengthen Paragon’s brand and outreach efforts. Her work supports the continued growth of the company by promoting training programs, sharing educational content, and maintaining consistent communication with the public.
In addition to her role with Paragon Training Co., Alexis works in a hospital emergency room where she operates in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. Her experience in emergency medicine has strengthened her ability to stay calm under pressure, communicate effectively, and handle challenging situations with professionalism. Her background in the medical field, combined with her strong people skills and dedication to supporting meaningful work, makes her a valuable part of the Paragon Training Co. team.