What is a Risk Assessment: The Key to Effective EP Strategies

A risk assessment provides a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing, and evaluating potential threats and vulnerabilities, enabling security professionals to develop effective strategies to mitigate them. This article aims to provide an in-depth understanding of risk assessment in the context of executive protection, highlighting its significance and benefits. 

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Ensuring Safety in Transit: The Role of an Executive Security Driver 

Tasked with the responsibility of transportation, the executive security driver ensures a seamless and secure travel experience, allowing the Principal to navigate through their daily routines with peace of mind. This article explores the crucial responsibilities of executive security drivers and emphasizes their vital role in safeguarding their Principals during transportation. Additionally, we will explore the necessary qualifications, comprehensive training, challenges faced, and career prospects within the executive protection field. 

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How I got into the executive protection field

I was recently asked how I got into the executive protection field, and after thinking about it for a little bit…here is my response. I was a police lieutenant in Mason, OH and was assigned as the Incident Commander for the Western & Southern Open tennis tournament. This is a very large tournament that is played in Mason each year and draws all the biggest names in the world of tennis. While coordinating and planning the police response for this event I had the opportunity to meet and work with Mike Wylie and Matt Warken. Mike was the security manager and Matt is the player protection manager. The tree of us were able to work extremely well together and looked for ways to help each other. I started using police officers to assist Matt with the movements, and autograph signing events, involving high-profile players. This involvement immediately sparked my interest in protection, and I enjoyed working with these guys who did it so well.

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