April 20, 2022
What Security Teams Neglect to Consider When Protecting Executives Abroad
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In this episode
In this episode, Fred Burton talks with Harding Bush, head of security operations at Global Rescue and former Navy SEAL, about the unpredictable realities of international travel and crisis response. Drawing on decades of experience—from oil fields in Yemen to rescue operations in remote regions—Harding shares what it takes to plan for the worst and adapt in the moment. They explore common travel protection misconceptions, frequent mistakes made by teams on the ground, and what truly makes a travel risk program effective.
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What Security Teams Neglect to Consider When Protecting Executives Abroad
What you’ll learn
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The biggest mistakes travelers and protection teams make when operating abroad
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How to properly plan for high-risk and unpredictable travel scenarios
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Why travel protection is often misunderstood—and how to make it work in real life
More about our guest
Harding Bush is a corporate security professional with over 35 years of experience, including 20 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL. He has a proven track record leading high-risk and international security operations across diverse industries such as energy, biotech, medical research, logistics, maritime, academia, and finance. His expertise spans personal protection, vulnerability assessments, emergency preparedness, and security training for staff. He specializes in designing and delivering advanced training programs on topics like high-risk travel, personal protection details, hostage survival, active shooter response, and crisis leadership. Known for his strategic planning and operational execution, he helps organizations strengthen their security posture in complex environments.
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