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What inspired SCS to expand its business in Canada, and what problem does it aim to solve?   As part of our global expansion strategy, we made the strategic decision to establish our third branch in Canada. The primary objective of...

How were you able to train the specialized units of the Spanish Army in Executive Protection? Well, the first thing that's important to mention is that I was invited to do the training. The Spanish Marine Corps has a specific...

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...

In executive protection, building and maintaining relationships with principals is everything. But what happens when those relationships go sour or even go to trial? Here are examples of 7 bodyguards who have sued their celebrity clients for lost wages,...

Written by Tibi J Roman Should age be a factor in determining when it is time to step back from working in close protection and specifically from being a bodyguard? My ambivalent response – Well, Yes and No. After saving the US...

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,...