Who we are:

VISION:

To create safer, more resilient organizations by providing innovative emergency management and security solutions and risk mitigation strategies.

MISSION:

ARK Solutions is dedicated to providing expert emergency management and security consulting that enhances preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities. We partner with organizations to develop tailored strategies, training, and plans that protect lives, safeguard assets, and ensure operational continuity in times of crisis.

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Cory Pelarski

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Shawn Boucher

  • Cory Pelarski is an emergency management and security director with experience in crisis planning, threat assessment, and security operations. A graduate of the FBI National Academy and a U.S. Naval Officer, he brings both military and civilian expertise to complex risk and preparedness challenges.

    Cory currently serves as Director of Emergency Management for a Level One Trauma Center, where he leads enterprise preparedness and response strategies that strengthen resilience and protect continuity of care. He holds a Master’s degree in Emergency Management and Disaster Resilience and is a Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP).

  • Shawn Boucher is an emergency management professional specializing in healthcare preparedness, continuity planning, and critical infrastructure resilience. He previously served in a state Homeland Security department conducting security and resiliency assessments across multiple infrastructure sectors.

    Shawn develops and manages comprehensive emergency management, continuity, and security programs that integrate risk assessments, cross-department coordination, and scenario-based training to strengthen organizational preparedness and operational resilience.

Credentials & Certifications

ARK Solutions is led by professionals with decades of combined experience in emergency management, healthcare preparedness, and organizational resilience.

  • Cory Pelarski – Master’s in Emergency Management & Disaster Resilience, Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP), FBI National Academy Graduate, U.S. Naval Officer

  • Shawn Boucher – Bachelor’s in Homeland Security (Minor in Disaster Management), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) – GA & KY, DRI Business Continuity Professional (DRI-BCP), FEMA Professional Certificate, CPTED Certified

  • Extensive experience leading enterprise preparedness, continuity planning, and crisis response programs

  • Thousands of hours of combined emergency management & security operations training