EP Industry

By Allan Perry In executive protection, one of the most common frustrations sounds almost the same every time: the interview felt solid, the conversation seemed smooth, and then nothing happened. No follow-up. No second conversation. No offer. Just silence. That outcome...

This weekend, an individual, described by authorities as mentally unstable, attempted to breach the Secret Service security perimeter during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, DC, one of the most tightly controlled and high-visibility protective events in the United States.  In the immediate aftermath of incidents like this, a...

Earnings in executive protection are often misunderstood, shaped by high-end outliers and social media narratives rather than the reality of the profession. While some agents do earn substantial incomes, compensation across the industry varies widely based on experience, location,...

Most of what passes for situational awareness training is someone else's framework with the hard parts removed.  Daniel Kahneman's WYSIATI gets turned into "trust your gut." Col. John Boyd's OODA loop becomes "act fast." Greg Williams' work on behavioral baselines becomes a checklist someone prints and hands...

When you work in the security and protection industry, your job is not to make political statements. Your job is to protect people, manage risk, solve problems, and remain professional under pressure. That is it. In my view, this industry should...

In the world of high-stakes Executive Protection (EP), the traditional model of security often treats "medical" as a reactive fallback, a kit in the trunk, or a basic CPR certification. But when a principal is traveling through a non-permissive environment...

In this concise yet insightful article, I wish to emphasise the significance of fostering a harmonious and coordinated relationship among all departments within an ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) private household. Such synergy not only streamlines daily operations but also notably improves the overall...

The results are in for the EP Wired Top EP Schools 2026, and this year’s rankings reflect the voice of the executive protection community itself. Designed as a community-driven initiative, the contest invited professionals from across the industry to nominate...

After weeks of community submissions and a vetting process, here are the considerations for the top EP schools of 2026. All of the schools and courses were tested against our three core eligibility criteria, including: Operating their own dedicated...

In protective operations, experience is both our greatest asset and our quiet liability. Over time, we lean on what has worked before. This is how we did it at ABC Corporation, this is how we did it in government, and this...