October 2024 - Executive Protection Blog

Think Like a Bad Guy: A Look Back at GPS Tracking Concerns

I’ve been an instructor for the Executive Protection Institute, teaching Information Technology to protection specialists since before there was technology; okay, I’m not that old, but it was before PowerPoint. I think I was using something called Word Perfect, and I printed the foils (clear plastic printouts) and, with an overhead projector, displayed them on a screen… Magic!

The title of the first class was Technology and the Information Superhighway for the EP Specialist. Now, not many even remember the term Information Superhighway.

Understanding the Ins and Outs of Crowd Management

Crowd management plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and success of any event, whether it’s a concert, festival, or large public gathering. It involves more than just controlling entry points or deploying security; it’s about anticipating crowd behavior, managing movement, and mitigating potential risks.

Today, we’ll dive into the key strategies and best practices that event organizers use to effectively manage crowds, keeping both attendees and staff safe while maintaining a seamless event experience.

Building a Corporate Travel Risk Management Program

Defining and preparing a corporate travel risk management program can make all the difference during business travel. Knowing how to protect your principals and from what will allow you to provide more effective close protection services and always be on top of your assignment. Here’s everything to know about creating a corporate travel risk management program, what it entails, and how to build a successful program and procedure.