The New Executive Protection Playbook: Why Security Must Converge with Ken Senser
In this episode The risk landscape facing corporate leaders has changed dramatically. In this episode, Fred Burton sits down with longtime security executive Ken Senser to discuss how threats have evolved from large-scale physical attacks to today’s digitally enabled, grievance-driven risks. Drawing on decades of experience with the CIA, FBI, Walmart, and Corporate Security Advisors,…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Pathway to Violence
Learn the key behaviors of each phase in the Pathway to Violence and how to use this knowledge to protect your organization Stage 0: Pre-Ideation Stage 1: Ideation Stage 2: Planning Stage 3: Preparation Stage 4: Implemenation As a corporate security professional, one of your greatest concerns is the possibility of missing the early signs…
Read MoreThe Invisible Insider: Rethinking Risk Across Cyber, Physical, and Human Threats
Why public sector organizations must adopt more integrated, intelligence-driven approaches to identify converged threats before they escalate This article was originally published in Homeland Security Today. For years, insider threat programs in the public sector have followed a familiar model: monitor for suspicious activity, investigate when something goes wrong, and respond accordingly. That model was built for…
Read MoreWhat is Protective Intelligence? (2026)
Quick Answer: Protective intelligence is the proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of threats to people, assets, and organizations before harm occurs. It combines threat assessment, investigations, monitoring, and behavioral analysis to help corporate security and executive protection teams detect warning signs early, assess whether concerning behavior may escalate, and take action before an incident happens.…
Read MoreWhy CEOs Are Becoming Political Targets and How Protection Must Evolve
A more proactive, intelligence-led approach is needed to identify risk earlier and respond before it escalates May 13, 2026 The risk profile of today’s CEO has fundamentally changed. Recent incidents involving high-profile leaders like Sam Altman are putting something into sharper focus for security teams: the threats organizations face today are not only evolving; they…
Read MoreIncivility to Targeting: Bob Hayes on the New Era of Executive Risk
In this episode A growing culture of incivility is reshaping the corporate risk landscape, and security leaders are being forced to adapt quickly. In this episode of the Connected Intelligence Podcast, Fred Burton sits down with Security Executive Council founder Bob Hayes to discuss the research behind rising workplace aggression, executive targeting, activist-driven threats, and…
Read MoreThe Business Case for Connecting Dispatch with Incidents and Investigations
How to turn your incident intake and dispatch data into clear business outcomes that capture leadership’s attention For most security teams, dispatch is just one part of a broader, connected incident intake and response process. Yet it often lives in its own system. On its own, that system may work fine: incidents get logged, responders…
Read MoreFrost Radar™: Risk Intelligence Solutions, 2026
Frost Radar™: Risk Intelligence Solutions, 2026
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Read More2026 Frost & Sullivan Company of the Year: Global Risk Intelligence Solutions
Frost & Sullivan named Ontic its 2026 company of the year in global risk intelligence solutions. Download the report to learn how Ontic’s connected, client-centric approach is raising the bar for modern security programs.
Read MoreStrengthening investigations and monitoring with Ontic’s single source of truth
Influence Without Authority: Mike Howard’s Playbook for Modern Security Leaders
In this episode Transitioning from the CIA to leading global security at Microsoft is no small leap. Mike Howard shares how he navigated that shift, rebuilt a security program at scale, and learned to influence without authority in the private sector. He reflects on the importance of aligning security with business strategy, building diverse teams…
Read MoreTurning Security Metrics into Strategic Decisions
Turning Security Metrics into Strategic Decisions
From SEAL Teams to Storytelling: Jack Carr on His Latest Thriller, The Fourth Option
In this episode Jack Carr returns to the show to discuss his latest novel, The Fourth Option, and the creative journey behind expanding beyond the James Reese universe. Drawing from his experience as a Navy SEAL and his deep passion for storytelling, Jack shares how authenticity, discipline, and relentless curiosity shape his writing. The conversation…
Read MoreModernizing Protective Intelligence for National Special Security Events
A strong protective intelligence approach helps identify risks early, unify critical insights, and enable coordinated security at scale for today’s high-profile national events. By Cynthia Marble This article was originally published on Federal News Network. National special security events (NSSEs) are among the most complex operations undertaken by security teams. As the United States prepares…
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