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Unchanged Adversaries & Evolving Tactics: How Threats Impact Today’s Leaders 

With America’s central focus on the violent murders of Iryna Zarutska and the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the industry conversation of “threats” has once again taken over professional Executive Protection (EP) forums.  I use the word “professional” loosely because...

Prince Harry’s Stalker Concern Escalates after Two Close Encounters 

A Troubling History of Fixation Prince Harry has long been the target of obsessive attention from certain individuals, but one woman in particular has repeatedly come under the radar of his security detail.  According to sources cited by People and Reuters,...

Executive Protection Around the World: Nigeria

In the second edition of our breakthrough series, EP Wired is taking a closer look at executive protection in Nigeria. We have interviewed three industry professionals and asked them to share their experiences working in the country. Here's what...

The Sh*t You Aren’t Supposed to Talk About Series: Why I Became a Bodyguard 

By: Jared A. Van Driessche  In my industry, many avoid the word bodyguard and call themselves executive protection agents. But around the world, the term executive protection means nothing to most people. The word bodyguard is understood across cultures and...

Executive Protection Services – Clients, Services, and Apps

Executive protection services encompass an incredible variety of skills, knowledge, and tools. From close protection and risk assessments to secure transportation and crisis management, these services are tailored to the unique needs of high-profile individuals.  Understanding who these services are...

The Dunning-Kruger Effect and The Implications in Executive Protection 

Executive Protection (EP) often conjures a wide range of mental images, from traditional bodyguards to contracted tactical Protective Security Details (PSD) and everything in between.  This image is largely shaped by Hollywood portrayals and amplified by self-proclaimed industry “influencers”...

The Charlie Kirk Assassination – A Nation in Shock

The Charlie Kirk assassination has shocked the United States and sparked international condemnation. The conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA was shot dead on September 10, 2025, while speaking at Utah Valley University in Utah. His killing...

What Is Close Protection – The True Beginner’s Guide

What is close protection, who is it for, and how to acquire or provide these services? All key questions that those entering the industry are trying to answer. This guide will break it down step by step, offering a...

Executive Protection Around the World: India

In our latest breakthrough series, EP Wired is taking a closer look at how executive protection is carried out around the globe. Starting the series is India, where we have interviewed three industry professionals and asked them to share...

The Importance of Advance Work and the Role It Plays

Advance work is the cornerstone of executive protection, allowing agents to know exactly what and who they’re dealing with in any situation. It ensures that agents know where the threats could come from, who the key players are, and...

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2026 White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting

A 2026 White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting has reignited concerns around protective intelligence, access control, and event security protocols...

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