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Information Sources for Executive Protection and Security Professionals

Investigation is a complex process that requires the collection and analysis of information from a variety of sources. Security and executive protection professionals are expected to have a diverse set of skills, including the ability to source information, verify...

Unbeknownst Risk – When Too Much is Too Dangerous

In the March 2023 EP Wired article, “Saving Principals from Themselves,” I included how some principals conveniently made careless decisions on altering their executive protection detail to fit their personal agendas and comfort. Even though there is truth to...

Interview with Jerry Heying: The Benefits of Traditional EP Training

Jerry Heying is a highly respected figure in the field of EP with over 40 years of experience in protective services. He is the CEO of the Executive Protection Institute and IPG and is a member of several prestigious...

EP and Security Professionals Help in the Fight Against Fraud

Fraud and corruption remain a significant issue for organizations worldwide, with the latest ACFE Report to the Nations indicating that it costs over $300 million, and corruption is one of the most prevalent methods of fraud. The lack of...

Real Life Scenarios in EP: Multiculturalism, Tech and Crypto

Nader Elawar, a security industry and EP veteran since 2009, shares his journey and experience in dealing with multicultural environments, special forces, and corporate security. In this interview, Nader talks about the unique security challenges presented by the crypto industry...

The Power of Counter-Surveillance: What Criminals Fear More than Weapons

Counter-surveillance is, without a doubt, one of the most effective and underused methods in executive protection. Despite being a long-known technique, its potential is virtually untapped in executive protection operations.  Recent and unfortunate attacks in Mexico City support this point...

LinkedIn Profile Optimization for Security Professionals

Security professionals can benefit from LinkedIn profile optimization. If you have been job hunting for the last two years, you are aware of how many hiring companies are including your LinkedIn profile link in the application process. Have you ever...

Ethics and Standards in Executive Protection

Ethics is crucial in the executive protection industry. This industry is responsible for protecting high-profile individuals, such as executives, politicians, and celebrities, who may be at risk of physical harm, kidnapping, or other forms of danger. As such, the...

The Need for Higher Ethical Standards in EP

We had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Julian, a highly experienced executive protection and security professional. With a career spanning over three decades, Michael has worked in various capacities in the industry and has been recognized for his...

EP Evolution: CIIRM and the Importance of Language in Defining a Profession

There are many names for our profession: executive protection, protection of public officials, celebrity security, VIP protection, Protective Security, Close Protection, etc. For some, these are synonymous; for others, they indicate entirely different professions, which comes along with intense...

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Ambani Pre-Wedding Security, Costs, and Considerations

In the first few days of March 2024, the world looked on at the Ambani pre-wedding celebrations that drew...

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