5 Strategies to Prepare for Presidential Election Disruption

The 2024 U.S. Presidential Election is fast approaching, and concerns about election-related violence and disruption are on the rise. For the first time ever, the Council on Foreign Relations’ Preventive Priorities Survey has identified a domestic threat — the growing risk of political violence around the U.S. —  rather than an international conflict as the…

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What Protection Teams Can Do To Navigate the Increase in Swatting

In this episode The act of Swatting has been around for years (back in the early 2000s), but an increase in the frequency of calls that are happening and the proliferation of different targets has placed it under the spotlight in recent months. Swatting is the act of placing a hoax call to emergency services…

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What Happens Afterward? How Capital One’s Care Team Addresses the Aftermath of an Incident

. In this episode When companies investigate incidents and address threats posed to the business and its people, the aftermath of resolution is frequently overlooked. Recognizing this gap, Wendy Bailey established Capital One’s Care Team. Comprising of internal members, this team extends support to individuals who have suffered injuries or witnessed threat activity, supporting a…

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A New Breed Of Security Leadership: How the Digital Age Is Transforming the Security Professional

This article was originally featured in Security Informed The importance of data is ever-growing. For every profession, we’re witnessing the increasing reliance on data and its ability to promote efficiency for corporate decision-makers. The security industry is no different. The growing reliance on data and technological tools has allowed for a new breed of professionals…

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Securing the Unseen: Overhaul’s Mission in In-Transit Risk Management

In this episode Adaptability is a critical skill in supply chain security operations. Leaders must navigate complex partnerships and vendors to ensure products move safely while maintaining compliance standards. With millions of dollars at stake from potential freight exposures, having visibility across the supply chain is essential to staying ahead of threats and preventing crime.…

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Structuring the Unstructured: Consolidating Reports into One Cohesive Record 

Discover how combining your investigative research into a configurable, cohesive report can help surface more from your findings. Over the past few articles, I’ve shared my perspective on why building the right data structure matters. I’ve also emphasized the importance of finding security solutions that can surface critical information fast. Next, I want to touch…

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Hyatt’s CSO on Managing Security When the Doors Are Always Open

In this episode Bruce Mills, CSO of Hyatt Corporation, oversees over 160,000 associates and nearly 1,400 hotels and resorts in 74 countries. Mills is responsible for all security and life safety programs and initiatives, including physical and technical security, emergency preparedness and crisis management, travel safety and internal investigations, and brand protection activities. Tune in…

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Why We Should Be Concerned About the Mental Health of Protectors

In this episode John Rodriguez joins Fred Burton to discuss security professionals’ evolving mental health needs and how building a culture of empathy is essential for business success. Rodriguez shares insights on how the pandemic has heightened awareness of mental health in the security field and emphasizes the connection between psychological safety, employee retention, and…

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Prioritizing Threat Actors: 3 Steps to Uncovering and Concentrating on Your Most Significant Risks

Learn how to sift through the noise and focus on the threats likely to significantly impact your organization. The Growing Challenge of Accurate Prioritization Gather Information on Persons of Interest (POI) Conduct Threat Assessments Determining Risk Bringing it All Together: The Power of Connected Intelligence Via a Centralized Platform The ever-expanding threat landscape and data…

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