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Security events are one of the most common ways companies market their services. But they’re also expensive. And part of that investment, beyond a presentable booth, is swag. Here’s the problem: most event swag ends up in a hotel room trash can… or forgotten in a drawer. If you’re a security company, that matters. Because… Read more: 10 Smart Swag Ideas Security Companies Should Use at Events (Not the Usual Junk)

Fun Edition – A brutally honest field guide to many of the personalities you will find on any given  detail. Let’s start with a disclaimer: This is all in good fun and mostly a light-hearted educational effort (…mostly). If you see yourself in one of these, take it as a chance to laugh, learn, and… Read more: The 25 Types of Executive Protection Agents – AKA Bodyguards

A website isn’t just about flashy graphics, big promises, or a few selling words. It’s so much more than that. And while your site might look fine to you, if it’s not optimized for visibility, credibility, and conversion, you could be losing business every single day. At Mellon360° Marketing for Security, we know this industry… Read more: Boost Your Security Website with a Free SEO Audit

Here’s a list of free tools and courses we’ve collected over the years for security professionals, perfect for using your downtime to build skills and stay ahead. Feel free to share, and if you know of other great tools or free training not listed here, drop them in the comments and help someone else grow.… Read more: Free Courses & Tools for Security Professionals — Because Sharing is Caring

This is another great example of when the bodyguards refuse to learn and thus, become the risk. It’s one thing for civilians to overlook digital footprints. But when trained EP agents repeatedly ignore known vulnerabilities, that’s not merely a mistake, it’s a significant security failure. And unfortunately this isn’t new. In 2018, Strava’s Global Heatmap… Read more: When bodyguards become the risk

Do you want to learn how to market yourself properly in the security industry and go from Connections to Contracts? Mellon360° Marketing For Security is hosting a FREE 3-hour webinar on a topic that’s often overlooked—or misused—in our industry: Marketing for Security Professionals

Those who have been in the business for some time will tell you that executive protection is 90% about preventing threats and only 10% about responding to them. Preparation is key when it comes to protective details, and while physical security measures, highly trained agents, luxury vehicles, and advanced equipment are all critical components of… Read more: The Missing Link in Executive Protection: Why Protective Intelligence Services Matter More Now Than Ever

This article was first published in Chief Executive Officer The recent assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has cast a spotlight on the vulnerabilities faced by many corporate leaders and is a great example of how C-Suite executive’s safety can affect not only their personal wellbeing, but also can drastically affect a company’s reputation and… Read more: CEOs Under Attack – The Growing Risks for Corporate Leaders

Founded in 2023 Bodyguards for Kids unites the security industry to raise donations for St. Jude. This is a unique opportunity to connect with others in the field while supporting a meaningful cause. When you donate through our event page on St. Jude’s website, 100% of your contributions go directly to the children of St. Jude,… Read more: Bodyguards for Kids are Back!

The Need for Comprehensive Skills in Team Lead & Operations Manager Roles in Executive Protection We see a lot of articles and posts that address the issues with executive protection agents or what skills are needed and how one should perform as a member of the team. But we rarely see an article that clearly… Read more: Why ‘Experience’ Alone Isn’t Enough

An article by Bob Duggan, Founder & President, Executive Security International Senior executive protection professionals will all agree that the number one goal when performing protective details is to prevent a threatening or embarrassing situation before it becomes a reality for your client. Now, we all know that the majority of EP schools are highly… Read more: Identifying Suspicious Behavior: Essential Pre-Attack Indicator Training for Executive Protection Agents

There have been many reported incidents surrounding violence towards C-suite executives, with the most well-known case, the murder of the tech executive Bob Lee, founder of Cash App in San Francisco, last year and the death of Vivek Taneja, who was assaulted in downtown D.C. on February 2nd and succumbed to his injuries a day later.… Read more: Keeping C-Suite Executives Safe

The last few days have produced a video of the meeting between Vladimir Putin and Justin Trudeau and has been making the news within the executive protection industry circles as it shows the great communication levels between Putin and his EP agents. This is highlighting once again the importance of communication between the protective team… Read more: The Importance of Effective Communication Between Protectee and The Executive Protection Team

Welcome to the official resource hub for Executive Protection Agents, offered by LeMareschal Protection & Intelligence Solutions. Understanding the unique challenges and dynamic environments faced by agents daily, our goal is to equip you with an arsenal of essential tools and links. From links with free educational courses, real-time threat intelligence sources to advanced protection… Read more: The Protector’s Resource Hub is here! and, is free!

One of the most underestimated skills of an executive protection agent is counter-surveillance tactics. This specific topic is either being touched on for a brief time during EP courses or not covered at all. Within the functions of protective operations, counter-surveillance plays a pivotal role in mitigating risks and ensuring the effectiveness of protection strategies.… Read more: The Role of Counter-Surveillance in Executive Protection Operations

Bodyguards For Kids is back in action! Thanks to your support last year, we raised $22,180 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Our attendees won amazing prizes and gained valuable insights from our 16 international subject matter experts. This year, we have lined up another impressive array of speakers and have set a new fundraising… Read more: Bodyguards For Kids 2024

In the last months, we have seen many videos from what one may label a ‘failed’ security operation where public figures were attacked or embarrassed during their public appearance at an event. Protecting high-profile individuals during an event or public speech requires very careful and detailed planning. Despite the big challenges for the security team,… Read more: Event Security for High Profile Individuals

One of the most underestimated qualifications for executive protection professionals is their ability to deal with #conflict as it pertains to incidents that occur while on duty, as well as off duty. Every #security professional, regardless of their role, will inevitably encounter disagreements and confrontations. These conflicts can arise from differing opinions, expectations, or agendas.… Read more: Conflict Management In Protective Operations

In today’s fast-paced world, intelligence is not just a luxury — it’s a necessity. But who said it has to be unattainable or break the bank? At LeMareschal, we believe that every business, regardless of its size, deserves access to top-notch intelligence services. We provide Customized Intelligence Reports: ✔ Tailored for Every Business: Whether you’re… Read more: Intelligence On the Go for All-Anytime You Need It

We have always supported the need for a continuum of training, qualification, and evaluation for people who work throughout the security industry. Our type of profession requires operatives to perform, at the top of their skill set and ability, in any number of situations that may require hard physical activities, training in various disciplines, possession… Read more: How prepared and trained are you to deal with a “crisis situation” as an executive protection agent? Erdogan’s case