Protectors

By Lee Oughton In an increasingly complex and volatile world, the security industry is undergoing a profound transformation. Traditional models of command and control leadership, which were once perceived as the gold standard, are no longer enough to meet the...

How a 10-second reset can defeat chaos and what it means for you There’s a reason Tier 1 teams look unremarkable in the field. No song and dance. Just quiet timing and clean decisions when the margin for error...

Situational awareness and safety play key roles in the world of executive protection. These concepts form the backbone of proactive security strategies, enabling professionals to identify potential threats, assess risk, and take action to ensure the safety of clients...

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,...

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...

Christopher Brown & Joshua Brown There are many misconceptions about executive protection from those outside the industry. If someone inquires about an agent's chosen career and the agent specifies it in these terms, it is likely to be met with...

By Alan Saquella, Assistant Professor In the rapidly evolving world of security, law enforcement, and investigative sciences, professionals are increasingly turning to advanced technologies to supplement tried-and-true methodologies. One emerging innovation is behavioral assessment software, designed to enhance both pre-employment...

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 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...

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...