The close protection industry is complex and challenging. And yet, from an outside perspective, everything seems pretty simple. Almost everyone associates close protection professionals with the people they see in the headlines, next to the celebrities that they are supposed to be guarding. Tall, wearing expensive suits and sunglasses – despite it being night outside,...
in Africa, Ground Team, Local knowledge, Personal Protection, Personal Security, Risk Assessment Useful Advice on Travel and Vehicle Selection in West Africa
As the CSO, you have a lot on your plate. The ultimate responsibility for physical and digital security rests on your shoulders. Moreover, your role probably encapsulates everything from fraud prevention to business continuity planning. That said, dealing with vehicle selection can present a small effort with a high impact when your company leaders travel...
in Africa, Crisis Management, Demonstrations, Fast Response, Ground Team Secure Travel in Nigeria Despite Growing Insecurity
Traveling to Nigeria presents widespread security challenges. Not only because of the jihadist mutiny operating in the Northeast but other armed gangs who have taken power in the remainder of the country. As such, assuring secure travel in Nigeria is no easy feat. This is further complicated by the Nigerian police force being underfunded and...
in Africa, Coronavirus, Crisis Management, Demonstrations, Ground Team Secure Travel in Ethiopia: Your Simple Yet Effective Guide
According to the Legatum Prosperity Index, Ethiopia ranks 150 out of 167 countries worldwide. The said index is a framework assessing countries on the promotion of their residents’ flourishing, and reflects both economic and social wellbeing. Moreover, the state’s worrying prospects in economic quality, infrastructure, and social capital contribute to its general instability. Therefore, we...
in Personal Protection, Personal Security, Security Community, Team Building, Team Work Top Close Protection Skills to Look For in EP Agents
If you are a high-net-worth individual, CEO, or otherwise notable public personality, chances are you are at risk. And, presumably, you want to get rid of it ASAP. So, where do you find protection? On the internet, or do you ask a trusted fellow business associate to recommend a protection company? No matter your response...
in Security Community, Team Building, Team Work Advanced Security Training: A Precursor to Excellent Service
For practically any service-based industry in the world, you need proper training to get ahead and stay there. The same applies to executive protection. In this industry, advanced security training exerts an immense influence on whether you ― as the principal ― will receive the service you deserve and pay for. There is no mystery...
in Coronavirus, Demonstrations, Fast Response, Personal Protection, Personal Security Advanced Skills in Executive Protection: The Essentials
One could argue that there is no such thing as basic or advanced skills in executive protection. On the contrary, you could make the case that they are all equally necessary. Yet, we find that certain proficiency levels genuinely make a difference for you as the protectee and your company. Some of them include advance...
in Personal Protection, Personal Security, Security Community Executive Protection Company: Security Simplified
What separates a successful company from a failed one? A customer-centric approach and a solid vision are the apparent replies to this question. Yet, to prosper in the brutal business landscape of today, an organization needs to deliver unique value and radiate perseverance to bolster it ahead. Of course, all this applies to any executive...
in Crisis Management, Personal Protection, Personal Security, Risk Assessment, Security Community The Best Practices of Strategic Crisis Management
As a term, strategy comes from a Greek word signifying command or generalship. Our modern-day understanding of the notion doesn’t stray too far away from its original meaning. Similarly, crises have been around for as long as humankind. Thus, strategic crisis management never ceased being a necessity in human populations in one way or another....
in Crisis Management, Fast Response, Ground Team, Risk Assessment A Helpful Guide to Conducting a Route Risk Assessment
As with any other threat-focused evaluation, a route risk assessment centers around determining risks and mitigating potential consequences. Careful route selection is everything when it comes to the safety of the principal and their entourage. While spending time in a vehicle, the passengers ― including the principal and protective detail ― hold a false sense...
