Here are vendors, organizations, and training that I recommend:
NSR Tactical http://nsrtactical.com/
Top quality Kydex holsters, mag pouches, and knife sheaths. I carry their three of their holsters every day.
Wild Bill's Concealment http://wilbillsconcealment.com
High quality holsters and leather gear. They make great carry belts.
Galco http://galcogunleather.com
High quality holsters. They make comfortable shoulder and ankle holsters... and belt-mounted holsters.
Wilson Combat https://www.wilsoncombat.com/
Superior quality pistols and parts. Wilson Combat makes the best 1911 magazines on the market.
MIC Holster Systems http://www.themicholster.com/
MIC Holster Systems makes a neat minimalist Kydex holster: the MIC (minimal inside concealment). I use one for deep concealment with my backup gun.
S.O.E. http://www.originalsoegear.com/
The most durable DuPont Cordura nylon bags, belts, rigs, and pouches. It's American made gear that's warranted for life and built to perform.
Federal Premium http://www.federalpremium.com/
My practice and training ammunition of choice. High quality, dependable ammunition with a modest price, to boot.
Cor-Bon https://corbon.com/
My carry ammunition of choice. Superior quality by shooters, for shooters and designed to win a gun fight.
Howard Leight http://www.howardleight.com/
Excellent hearing protection. I trust my ears to their Impact Pro and Impact Sport models of electronic hearing protection.
SportEAR http://sportear.com/hearing-protection/
When shooting long guns, when it's hot outside, or I just don't want the bulk of earmuffs, I wear Ghost Strykes.
FOURSEVENS http://www.foursevens.com/products/flashlights/
High quality, well engineered flashlights. I carry their Maelstrom MMR-X to take control of the darkness.
Surefire http://www.surefire.com/
Dependable tactical flashlights and weapon lights, I carry their XC-1 on my primary carry gun.
Glock http://www.glock.com
There's a reason I and 2/3 of America's police trust our lives to a Glock. They're great guns!
XS Sights https://www.xssights.com/
I love XS pistol sights! They are quick to acquire, robust, and excellent in low light.
UltiClip https://www.ulticlip.com/
Locking clips that stay put. A good upgrade for holsters, mag pouches, or anything with a clip that slips.
Tactical Response Gear's "Pocket V.O.K." https://tacticalresponse.com/collections/gear/products/pocket-v-o-k
I carry a pocket trauma kit everyday and so should you. The pocket Ventilated Operator Kit fits the bill.
JSFabworks https://www.etsy.com/shop/JSFabworks
These are the high quality adjustable target stands we use. They're hand crafted in America and a great value!
Virginia Citizens Defense League http://vcdl.org
"Defending Your Right to Defend Yourself" is VCDL's motto and they do it better than anyone. Join today!
Event listing for VCDL in southwestern Virginia
http://www.haveguns-willtravel.com/SWVAevents.html
National Rifle Association http://nra.org
The NRA plays a key role in making sure that gun owners are heard on a national level.
Gun Owners of America https://gunowners.org/
Pound-for-pound, the strongest national gun right organization.
HandgunLaw.us http://handgunlaw.us
Detailed carry information for every state.
OpenCarry.org http://opencarry.org
Maps, valuable information, and discussion threads for those who carry guns, especially open carriers.
Police Activity YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXMYxKMh3prxnM_4kYZuB3g/
Analyze real police use of force from body cams and dash cams.
Training:
Tactical Response http://tacticalresponse.com
James Yeager and crew have been preparing people to win gunfights for over 20 years. Train with them!
Tactical Response's YouTube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCThftG62tOZ6xFTbo2GExaQ
An invaluable source of information for serious practitioners of the armed lifestyle. Be advised: occasional profanity.
Defense Training International, Inc. http://defense-training.com/
John Farnam has been teaching since 1972 and should be on your short list to train with!
Rangemaster Firearm Training Services, LLC. http://rangemaster.com/
Tom Givens has been teaching since 1975 and should be on your short list to train with!
Thunder Ranch http://thunderranchinc.com/
Clint Smith was teaching well before pioneering the original Urban Rifle course in 1983 and should be on your short list to train with!
Massad Ayoob Group http://massadayoobgroup.com/
Massad Ayoob, founder of the Lethal Force Institute, has been teaching since 1974 and should be on your short list to train with!
Andrew Branca https://lawofselfdefense.com/
Attorney Andrew Branca says "Carry a gun so you're hard to kill. Know the law so you're hard to convict." Essential legal knowledge for gun owners.
Forward Training Concepts https://www.sonnypuzikas.com/
Sonny Puzikas brings a different approach to training that is uncommon, but much needed. Your open mind will be rewarded.
Performance Edge Training Center http://truthincombat.com/
Aaron Little teaches the void between people who fight strictly with hands and feet and those who fight with guns. These are essential skills.
Larry Vickers https://www.aztectrainingservices.com/larry-vickers
Larry Vickers has a broad spectrum of influences that combine the best of old school and modern, cutting edge with a no-nonsense style.
TMACS Inc. https://www.tmacsinc.com/
Pat McNamara isn't afraid to break conventional thought when it comes to training and will challenge you to be your best.
Robert Vogel https://www.aztectrainingservices.com/robert-vogel
Robert Vogel is a very accomplished competitive shooter and can help you get the most out of your marksmanship techniques.
A Triggered Response https://atr.training/
Keith Harper uses his medical knowledge and well-polished pistol techniques to train everyday folks to become effective operators.