Expert Advice

By Garrett Ludke, Director of Strategic Development, Cooke & Associates, Inc.  In today’s risk-driven environment, Executive Protection must evolve from reactive security to proactive enablement. That shift starts with reframing what we protect, and why.  In an operating environment shaped by...

How high-stakes environments like Las Vegas shape modern emergency response strategies—and what security professionals must learn to stay ahead. The 24/7 City of Risk and Reward Las Vegas is unlike any other. It is a magnet for high-profile individuals, large-scale events,...

Multiple times a month, I get requests from Police Officers looking to transition into private Executive Protection (EP). Here are some of the questions I receive:  What courses should I do?  Who should I speak with?  Where do I...

By Monica Duperon Rodriguez, Founder of Women in Protection LLC Executive protection (EP) requires quick decision-making, situational awareness, and a structured approach to problem-solving. Protecting high-profile individuals involves assessing risks, planning security strategies, and responding to evolving threats. Given the...

Protective operations haven’t changed much over the last two decades.  At its most basic level, you are paid to place yourself between your protectee and harm's way.  Simply put, your job boils down to “prepare for the bad guy,...

I thought I’d wait to write this article on travel security, specifically the air travel segment since there was so much erroneous and outrageous response to the recent aircraft collision between the US Army Helicopter and a commuter aircraft...

On December 4th, 2024, a misguided and mentally unstable person, assassinated Brian Thompson, the CEO of United Health Care. To date, there is no evidence that Thompson was targeted for any reason other than his role as CEO of...

If you're thinking about a career in Executive Protection (EP), it's essential to evaluate both the advantages and potential challenges of the industry as part of your decision-making process. To those unfamiliar with the field, this job appears attractive,...

Insider risks have long been a critical concern in corporate security, traditionally encompassing threats from employees, contractors, or third-party vendors with access to sensitive information. However, as digital transformation accelerates, the convergence of physical and cyber threats has created...

Could you share insights on how your experience in the IDF Special Forces shaped your approach to security driving and vehicle-related operations? Firstly, military service develops your general security perception. You develop an understanding of the situation and constantly train...