Firearms Owners Against Crime
Institute for Legal, Legislative and Educational Action
Institute for Legal, Legislative and Educational Action
FOAC ILLEA Board Of Directors
JIM STOKER - PresidentStoker has had a long career in law enforcement and is well respected in his community and by his peers. His unique perspective of the laws and how they are enforced as well as what works and what doesn’t in criminal justice is an important asset to the 2nd Amendment debate and FOAC-ILLEA.
Jim is a strong supporter of 2nd Amendment rights and he has assisted with numerous events for FOAC including our Gun Bash where he is one of the top 4 sellers of Gun Bash tickets. He is a strong proponent of protecting and expanding, 2nd Amendment rights in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Jim Stoker served on the FOAC Board of Directors for many years providing valuable insight on issues specifically related to the law enforcement community. In his capacity as a board member Jim has written position papers, conducted seminars, and offered testimony before legislative committees.
In 2022, Kim Stolfer (then President) appointed Jim Stoker to Vice President and shortly after retired from the President position that he lead since the founding of the organization. The FOAC-ILLEA board of directors were unanimous in their support for Jim to take over the highest leadership position in the organization.
As President, Jim is the "go to" for elected officials and their staff to consult with pro-2A and anti-crime matters. He continues to educate elected officials and the citizenry by conducting legal seminars, speaking to groups about current legislation and gun laws, as well as offering testimony to individuals at all levels of government in all branches of government. He is a watch dog who calls out elected officials when they fail to uphold the Constitutions of the U.S. and Pennsylvania.
Jim was recently quoted as saying, "We are Firearms Owners Against Crime. We are a pro-2A group, and anti-crime. Unfortunately much of the crime we oppose is committed by elected officials that refuse to uphold their oath."
Jim is currently a licensed Federal Firearms Dealer, which brings a perspective of law enforcement to the issue of the sale of firearms as the owner/operator of CYA Holsters LLC; Owner/operator of CYA Firearms (FFLD).
Professional Credentials: Sergeant, responsible for patrol shift supervision along with narcotics enforcement, drug education, patrol duties and technology crimes, Scott Township Police Department; Narcotics enforcement, drug education and patrol duties, Carnegie Police Department; Armored Truck Courier.
Educational Credentials: Graduate of South Park High School.
Accomplishments: Served in the U.S. Air Force as a security specialist providing armed security for nuclear weapons systems; Marksman with M-16 rifle and M9 pistol; Qualified M-60 gunner and M-203 grenadier; Weapons access controller and weapons area controller.
Contact Information:
James Stoker
P.O. Box 308
Morgan, PA 15064
Board of Directors Term: 2021 - 2024
Klint Macro is a businessman and educator who has successfully cross-pollinated his talents and passions to serve the cause of the 1st and 2nd Amendments of the Constitution of The United States.
A native of Driftwood, Cameron County, Pennsylvania, Klint is a lover of the Woods and Endless Mountains. This is where he spent his youth, hunting, fishing, shooting, hiking, riding motorcycles, and enjoying the outdoors.
Klint has worked professionally in the Music and Film Industry as a Producer, Recording Engineer, and Sound Designer since the early 1990’s. He worked in Los Angeles, CA in the entertainment industry for over a decade, and shortly after having his son, he and his family moved back home to the Pittsburgh Area in 2010. Klint and his Wife wanted to raise their son, Augie, in Pennsylvania among people with the similar values and beliefs and in an environment where he could actively protect his family with out fear from the government. Currently, Klint operates his business, Cobblesound Recording Company (www.cobblestudios.com), in New Kensington, PA.
In 2013, Klint founded, his firearms training organization, The Trigger Pressers Union (www.triggerpressersunion.com). The motto of The Trigger Pressers Union is “Responsibly exercising our rights through the safe and ethical training of our fellow citizens”. Klint now makes the majority of his living as a Firearms Trainer, Training Counselor, Instructor, Presenter, Defensive Coach, and published Author. He educates hundreds of Instructors and students around the country each year.
Contact Information:
Klint Macro
P.O. Box 308
Morgan, PA 15064
Board of Directors Term: 2021 - 2025
Director of Safety/Security and Campus Police – CCAC – 13 years
Dr. Bogats, Jr.- current duties are to oversee training along with the public safety operations at the North Campus and West Hills Center. He coordinates all Emergency management areas within the campus and center through the Director of Emergency Management at CCAC
EJC Security Services – Lead Trainer/Owner 33 years
Offers advanced level training for police, security, corrections and civilians in all forms of use of force. We use only the highest of credentialed and experienced trainers in the field who are in heavy demand due to their expertise. These trainers can tailor programs to an agencies specific needs based upon a needs assessment that we conduct. Clients vary from very high profile to everyday citizens who are looking to keep that tactical advantage in a very hostile world.
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Contact Information:
Edward Bogats, Jr
P.O. Box 308
Morgan, PA 15064
Board of Directors Term: 2020 – 2024
Stephen LaSpina is a lifelong resident of Northeastern Pennsylvania and a nationally certified firearms instructor with the National Rifle Association and the United States Concealed Carry Association.
He is a member of the Trigger Pressers Union Instructor Cadre, a formerly certified GLOCK Armorer and an annual competitor in Glock Sport Shooting Foundation matches. At the 2019 Topton, PA match, he won first place in the Civilian Division and took a placement award in the Subcompact Division.
Stephen has received formal instruction with notable trainers such as Rob Pincus, Dave Spaulding, John Correia, and John Lovell.
Stephen’s passion is preparing and equipping people from all walks of life to be better prepared to defend themselves in a violent encounter. Because of this passion, he strives to be informed and involved in politics at the local, state, and national levels, as politicians increasingly introduce infringing legislation relating to firearms and self-defense.
Stephen is an active participant in Second Amendment rallies and frequents state representatives’ offices to discuss pending 2A legislation.
Contact Information:
Stephen LaSpina
P.O. Box 308
Morgan, PA 15064
Board of Directors Term: 2021-2025
Lisha became involved with FOAC in the fall of 2020. She comes from a family of hunters with a long history in southwestern Pennsylvania. Since the age of 7, she spent a lot of time hunting with her father and grandfather. A tradition she now carries on with her own children every year.
Her family endured a heartbreak after losing a loved one due to negligence with a rifle. That sparked her passion to become more engaged in helping others to become more knowledgable in firearms and the safety and responsibility that comes with them. Her passion for hunting and further education led her to the idea of self-defense, and she began looking to learn more about carry for personal defense.
It was then that Lisha attended a FOAC concealed carry seminar presented by then President Kim Stolfer and then Vice-President Jim Stoker. The class piqued her interest in FOAC and our cause with Article I, Section 21 issues within the Commonwealth, and before long she was a volunteer at the seminars, travelling around the state with the seminar team helping to educate others. Her work, diligence to the cause, and passion for hunting were welcomed to the Board of Directors in 2020, and she has been an asset ever since. We look forward to all the will continue to bring to the organization as we move into a larger role in Pennsylvania's fight for 2A rights.
Contact Information:
Lisha Tichenor
P.O. Box 308
Morgan, PA 15064
Board of Directors Term: 2020-2024
Lizzie came to FOAC in the fall of 2019 after taking a firearms course with VP Klint Macro. She started as a volunteer at the gun bash and has since been named Chair of the Gun Bash as well as her newly appointed position on the FOAC-ILLEA Board of Directors. She takes a lot of pride in her work ethic and has big visions for the future of our organization.
She grew up in an all military/law enforcement family doing Archery, Fishing and shooting guns with her dad, who is a former Police officer & United States Marine. Her grandfather, who was the Chief of Police in the Waynesburg Borough for over 20 years & a United States Navy Veteran, as well as her only Uncle, also a former Police Officer, United States Marine and now retired FBI agent. She is very passionate about Law Enforcement and protecting the Second Amendment. She learned a lot about firearms safety and the responsibility self defense comes with. She teaches her own children the very same values and responsibilities she came to embrace.
Her love of the outdoors and adventure led her to moving to Anchorage. Alaska in 2009. She spent a few years learning the land and navigating its challenges. She climbed various mountains & Hiked numerous trails that ultimately led her back to Pennsylvania in 2012. She wants to make a big impact on the commonwealth and has the drive & determination to see it through. She is excited about taking this next step and furthering the fight for our 2nd Amendment rights.
Lizzie is currently working on numerous projects and building relationships with many other Pro 2A organizations. She works year round with many state and local level politicians to make a difference for her children’s future.
Contact Information:
Lizzie Jackovich
P.O. Box 308
Morgan, PA 15064
Board of Directors Term: 2024-2027
Kim co-founded Firearms Owners Against Crime in the early 1990's and he was the president of Firearms Owners Against Crime asn the organization evolved over the years. When FOAC split into 2 seperate organizations, Kim took the helm as the first President of FOAC-ILLEA. The choice to lead ILLEA and step aside from his duties as leader of a statewide grassroots Political Action Committee allowed him to continue his focus on ensuring that the PA Constitutional Rights (Article 1, Section 21 & Section 25) and the US Constitutional Right (the 2nd Amendment) continued to be protected so that citizens had the freedom to choose to exercise these rights without intrusive government regulations.
Over the decades, under Kim's guidance, FOAC had enjoyed many hard fought successes such as writing and passing the expansion of the Castle Doctrine, Constitutional Carry (although Constitutional Carry was vetoed by the Governor), Preemption Law expansion and a host of other issues such as fighting to 'restore' integrity to our public policies in Act 17 (Special Session HB 110) as well as helping to elect responsible leaders to governmental office who can enact laws that respect and restore our freedoms.
During his time as President of FOAC-ILLEA and former Chairman of FOAC-PAC, Vice Chairman of the Legislative Committee for the Pennsylvania Sportsmen’s Association and as a member of the American Society of Law Enforcement Trainers (ASLET), Kim had become known in the halls of government as a well-spoken advocate for personal freedoms as well as for holding criminals accountable for violating PA's gun laws. Kim had written, or co-authored, dozens of pieces of statewide legislation over the years, many of which are now current law, including the most recently passed Castle Doctrine law and Preemption Enhancement law.
Kim had received the “Man of the Year” Award from the Allegheny County Sportsmen’s League, the Washington County League of Sportsmen and the Bill of Rights Committee.
Kim Stolfer was a lifelong resident of South Western Pennsylvania, a father, husband and community leader who cared deeply about the future of our nation and our Commonwealth. He served this nation in uniform as a young man, deploying with his Marine helicopter squadron not only to Japan but later to aid in the helicopter evacuation of military personnel and civilians during the fall of South Vietnam.
Unfortunaely for all 2nd Amendment Supporters, Kim lost a long struggle with cancer in the spring of 2023. We lost a legend that day.