ABOUT

Kerry Dugan Jr.

Owner, Lead Certified Instructor
Archangel Defense, LLC

Kerry Dugan Jr. is the owner and lead certified instructor of Archangel Defense, LLC specializing in defensive firearms training. A competitive shooter turned instructor, his main focus is in the body’s mechanics of shooting by breaking down the fine details of the shooter's fundamentals and gear to make sure they gain the perfect balance of both precision and speed. Kerry and his wife Felicha established Archangel Defense in 2018 as a way to educate fellow firearm owners and help them become safe, confident and proficient with their firearm. As Christians, they believe it is your God given right to protect yourselves and your loved ones and so it is their mission to train and share this critical information.

Kerry’s credentials are Level 4 Glock Professional Operator, Level 4 Glock Low Profile Professional Operator, Glock Armorer, USPSA Competitive Shooter, USCCA Basic Pistol, Home Defense, Concealed Carry and Countering the Mass Shooter Instructor, USCCA Range Safety Officer, NRA Basic Pistol Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, and Certified for MPOETC Rifle and Pistol, CQB Pistol, Defensive Handgun, Combat Handgun Fundamentals, I.C.E. Intuitive Defensive Shooting, Stop the Bleed, US Law Shield First Aid for Gunshot Wound and USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Instructor.

OUR TEAM

Felicha Dugan
Director of Operations & Creative Services

Felicha is an award winning graphic designer with 10+ years experience in communications and marketing. She develops and maintains the brand of Archangel Defense including logo and website design, product design, physical on-site signage, visual aids for training, photography, social media, certificates, HTML email marketing, and more. She also oversees the operations of the business as a whole including event management and sales. Felicha is also our ambassador for concealed carry tips for women.

Felicha's credentials are Associates Degree in Graphic Design and Web from Douglas Education Center, USCCA Range Safety Officer and Certified for Stop the Bleed

Erik Trent
Certified Instructor

Erik has always been a supporter of firearms and our second amendment. His love for helping other and his training has driven him to become an instructor. There is a lot more to self defense than just having a permit to carry. Training is invaluable. Erik understands this, so he dedicates his training in teaching people to become better protectors for their families and more responsible firearm owners.

Erik's credentials are Level 3 Glock Professional Operator, Glock Armorer, USCCA Basic Pistol, Home Defense, Concealed Carry and Countering the Mass Shooter Instructor, USCCA Range Safety Officer, Certified for US Law Shield First Aid for Gunshot Wound and USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Instructor.

Todd Lippencott
Certified Instructor

Todd has a background in martial arts with 25 years of experience and a 3rd degree black belt, 8 of which he was a karate instructor.

Todd is also the owner of Appalachian Weapons and has a federal firearm license. He is strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment and our constitutional rights. He believes through hard work and dedication you can become a champion in life by developing discipline, control, self esteem and confidence in yourself with courtesy, respect and compassion for others.

Todd's credentials are USCCA Basic Pistol, Home Defense and Concealed Carry Instructor, USCCA Range Safety Officer and Certified for US Law Shield First Aid for Gunshot Wound and USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Instructor.

Marcus Simms
Certified Instructor and LEO Liaison

Marcus has over 10 years of experience as a Police Officer and Sheriff’s Deputy. Marcus obtained a bachelors degree in business administration from Westminster College in 2011 and immediately started his career with the Sheriff’s Office. He became a part time Police Officer with a local police department in 2012 and was hired full time in 2013 with that Police Department. Marcus worked as the Chief Deputy and full time patrolman from 2015 to 2019 when he was elected Sheriff. Marcus is currently the Sheriff of Greene County and a part time patrolman for a local police department.

Marcus’s credentials: Marcus obtained his certification in handgun and shotgun in 2017 and has served as one of the firearms instructors at the sheriff’s office since. Marcus became a certified instructor in patrol rifle and less than lethal munitions in 2018. Marcus is a certified handgun, shotgun and patrol rifle instructor through the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission. Marcus is also a certified instructor through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency. Also certified in Stop the Bleed, First Aid, CPR and AED.

Our Commitment to You!

We feel it is our responsibility to make sure each student leaves feeling confident with their firearm so we dedicate ourselves to offering you the following: