Looking for What You Don’t Know — An Inside Look into Security Details for Presidential Candidates

In this episode In this episode, Fred Burton sits down with Cynthia Marble, Senior Director of Threat Management Operations at Ontic and former senior supervisor on the Secret Service Presidential Protective Division, to unpack the nuances of Secret Service protection for presidential candidates and former presidents. Cynthia shares insights into the timing and scope of…

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The Extinction Rebellion — What It Is and How It Impacts Industries Far Beyond Energy

Keeping an eye on protest activity is another critical item that has been added to corporate security team’s responsibilities over the last few years. Specifically, activity around climate change has spawned oftentimes aggressive measures to stop traffic in urban locations, add extra protection to executive residences who are involved with energy companies, and monitor activity…

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British Intelligence Expert Shares the Greatest Threat Facing Public Figures

In this episode In this episode, Fred Burton speaks with Philip Grindell, founder of Defuse Global and a former Scotland Yard Detective, about the complex intersection of physical safety and psychological security. Philip shares how his experience protecting British royalty and government leaders shaped his approach to helping high-profile individuals feel safe in a world…

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Why Rock Bands Demand a Unique Security Strategy

If you’ve attended a concert recently, chances are you noticed routine security screening upon entry and possibly security near the stage to monitor crowd activity and interaction with the performers. However, beneath the surface, there is a web of information and advanced work that takes place – from monitoring hotel rooms for stalkers to online…

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When You Have Two Seconds to Make a Decision in the Line of Fire — Stories from President Reagan’s Former Protective Detail

In this episode In this episode, Danny Spriggs, Vice President of Global Security and Safety at The Associated Press and former Secret Service deputy director, reflects on his quick actions during the 1981 assassination attempt on President Reagan. He also discusses the complexities of protecting journalists worldwide and the importance of proactive security and contingency…

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Blend In or Stand Out: Lesser-Known Security Strategies with Mónica Duperon Rodriguez

In this episode In this episode, Mónica Duperon Rodriguez shares her unexpected path from recreation center facilities manager to law enforcement officer, hostage negotiator, and now Senior Manager of Global Security and Risk Management at LinkedIn. She talks with Dr. Marisa Randazzo about how her diverse experience—from undercover narcotics work to executive protection—shaped her approach…

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What Security Teams Neglect to Consider When Protecting Executives Abroad

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…

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Physical and Digital Executive Protection: Synchronizing Domains

Exploring the relationship between executive cyber protection and physical security teams and some strategies to achieve these goals. Organizations of all sizes continue to face risks from multiple vectors in the digital and physical domains. These domains overlap, and for at least half a decade, organizations have quietly discussed ways to converge these functions. The…

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