How Much Gear is Too Much Gear?
Since it is, once again, “Post on your social media what gear you are carrying”, or “Bodyguards unite! Empty your pockets” season, we thought it might be the right time to address the important issue of how much gear is too much and clarify some misconceptions about what EP agents should carry on duty. […]
Ethics and Morals in the Executive Protection Industry
The topic of ethics and morals seems to rise to the surface in the executive protection industry every time a news outlet publishes an incident regarding an EP agent (Or as they love to call them, “bodyguards”), and after the hundreds of “likes” and “dislikes”, sharing and finger pointing on social media by colleagues, these […]
What Comes Next? Securing Employment Opportunities in the EP Industry After Training
Completing an executive protection (EP) training program is a significant achievement, but it’s only the first step on the journey to a successful career in the security industry. Many graduates are unsure of what to do next and face a series of challenges as they transition from training to employment. One of […]
Identifying Suspicious Behavior: Essential Pre-Attack Indicator Training for Executive Protection Agents
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 invested in the ‘’cool guy skills’’. They spend hundreds of […]
Simple Resume Tips for Security Professionals
We all know how hard it can be to find a job, especially for newcomers in our industry. While we have plenty of skilled security professionals, many fail to present themselves in the right way, causing them to miss great career opportunities. At ESI, we have been supporting our graduates in advancing their careers for […]
