About The Makhaira Group
The #1 Firearms Training Academy In Colorado
Why We’re The Best
Simply put, we don’t train for our egos – we train for your knowledge and skill.
Meet Our Team
Mike Loberg
Chief Executive Officer, Makhaira Group
With over 26 years of law enforcement experience, Mike Loberg is dedicated to helping organizations thrive. He specializes in program development, interagency coordination, community engagement, and emergency response. His extensive expertise includes strategic planning, organizational training, special weapons and tactics, crisis/hostage negotiation, law enforcement firearms instruction, and long-range precision. Mike’s passion for training and development ensures that individuals and teams are equipped to handle critical situations with confidence and expertise.
Outside of his professional work, Mike enjoys hunting and spending time in Costa Rica.
Tim Fox
Vice President of Operations, Makhaira Group
Tim Fox brings over 28 years of law enforcement experience and two years of overseas security contracting to his role as Larimer County Security Manager. He specializes in program development, execution, and management in areas such as site threat assessment and active shooter/bomb threat response. His expertise includes crisis and emergency operations, video surveillance (static and dynamic), special weapons and tactics, school resource roles, law enforcement firearms instruction, and long-range precision. Tim’s deep commitment to operational excellence ensures that teams are well-prepared to address a wide range of security challenges.
Outside of work, Tim enjoys watching his children play sports, camping, and traveling with his family.
Mark Caughlan
Vice President of Training, Makhaira Group
Mark Caughlan currently serves as a law enforcement Chief for a state agency and brings 30 years of experience to his role. He specializes in program development, interagency coordination, community engagement, and park operations. His expertise extends to organizational training, law enforcement firearms instruction, special weapons and tactics, long-range precision, and ranger/patrol duties. Mark’s unwavering commitment to training ensures that teams are well-prepared to handle the unique challenges they face in the field.
Outside of work, Mark enjoys spending time with his family and fly fishing.