Welcome to the industry

When did The Fearless Mindset podcast start?  It was the first year of COVID. A friend's son-in-law was a podcast producer. We met up in LA, and he asked, “What are you going to do now that you can't go anywhere because...

Oded Krashinsky When was Pacific West founded? Pacific West Academy was founded in the years following the September 11 attacks, during a major shift in the U.S. security industry. After 9/11, regulations tightened across the private security sector, with increased scrutiny...

For newcomers, breaking into executive protection usually involves building a strong foundation through adjacent experience, networking, practical training, and professional development over time. Understanding how the industry actually operates, beyond social media portrayals and tactical marketing, is equally important. From...

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...

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,...

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...

Finding the right close protection job is about far more than spotting an opening and sending a CV. The most successful operators take a strategic approach, keeping skills sharp, staying visible in the industry, and knowing exactly where quality...

By Mark Kent Within executive protection, few principles are as fundamental or as decisive as time and distance. Whether dealing with hostile actors, intrusive media, or unforeseen environmental risks, the ability to control, manipulate, and maximise both time and distance...

by A. Perry You can tell a lot about our industry by what shows up in your feed. Jet pics. Red carpet shots. Rifles and plate carriers laid out on hotel beds. “Another day at the office” under a photo of...

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