June 3, 2026
The New Executive Protection Playbook: Why Security Must Converge with Ken Senser
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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, Ken shares his perspective on executive protection, protective intelligence, AI, and the growing convergence of cyber and physical security. The conversation explores what security leaders must do to protect executives, strengthen organizational resilience, and prepare for the future of risk.
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What you’ll learn
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How executive protection has evolved from physical security to a converged risk discipline
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Why doxing, swatting, and online radicalization are reshaping threat landscapes
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How AI will transform both protective intelligence programs and attacker capabilities
More about our guest
Today’s guest is Ken Senser, a veteran security executive with more than 40 years of experience in global security operations, crisis management, and enterprise security leadership. During his 15-plus years at Walmart, he led global programs across security, investigations, corporate aviation, and corporate travel. Before Walmart, Ken served with both the CIA and FBI, where he helped transform the FBI’s security program following the Hanssen espionage case by establishing the Bureau’s first dedicated Security Division. Today, he serves as Chief Strategy Officer at Corporate Security Advisors, advising organizations across multiple industries on security strategy and risk management.
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