Protectors

Incident Command and the Failure at Butler, Pennsylvania  By Steve Hooper, Professor  Event and Timeline  The crowd was gathering as they weathered the high late afternoon temperatures, unusual for the Butler, Pennsylvania area. Security was typical, a combination of state, local, and...

A successful Protective Operation hinges on having strong, capable operational leadership at its core.  Operational leadership involves igniting purpose, offering clear direction, and providing unwavering motivation to empower agents as they tackle intricate challenges in perilous and high-pressure environments.  A successful Protective Operation relies...

Latest Assassination Attempt on Former US President Two months after Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt, a gunman managed to remain hidden for nearly 12 hours at the edge of the golf course where Trump played on Sunday, despite the...

UHNWIs generally own multiple assets, not only within their country of citizenship/primary residence but all over the world, from residences, private yachts, supercars, offices and private jets. Often, many of these assets are not always used at once by...

For the second issue in our Executive Protection Organizations Worldwide series, we talked with Kevin Palacios, ASIS International Executive Protection Community Chair. Executive Protection Organizations Worldwide — ASIS International Here is a closer look into the organization, benefits for its members,...

For the first issue in our Executive Protection Organizations Worldwide series, we talked with James Cameron, Chairman and President of the Board of Executive Protection Professionals (BEPP). Executive Protection Organizations Worldwide — BEPP Here is a closer look into the organization, benefits...

Finding and using the best tactical gear could make the difference between life and death. With so much at stake, how can you ensure you're finding the perfect fit for you and for your assignment? Keep reading to learn...

Security at the Paris 2024 Olympics is a massive undertaking, and it is handled by thousands of professionals. With more than 13.5 million expected visitors, France is taking every precaution possible to ensure the athletes and spectators are protected....

There is a common misconception among the general public and clients/principals regarding the martial prowess of executive protection agents. This misconception likely stems from Hollywood portrayals, where bodyguards are depicted as hand-to-hand combat experts, engaging in extravagant acts of...

Over the course of their assignments, private security officers are not averse to coming across multiple types of employees, guests, or contracted employees. Depending on the size of the organization housed in one or several fixed assets and the...