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The Circuit is the number #1 source of information on protection matters and is the industry-leading magazine for all security professionals who want to stay ahead of the game. If you're new to the industry or an old-school veteran, the Circuit is the place for you. Through the podcast, we bring the stories and the contributors from the magazine to life. The Circuit team is: Elijah Shaw, Jon Moss, Shaun West and Phelim Rowe. For more information on all things Circuit related, visit us at: https://circuit-magazine.com read less
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Embracing Integrated Training in Security - Lee McWhorter & Kevin Lewis
2d ago
Embracing Integrated Training in Security - Lee McWhorter & Kevin Lewis
In this episode, we deep-dive into the dynamic theme of Integrated Training and how this innovative approach is revolutionizing the way security professionals operate. Discover why mastering both the digital battleground and the physical frontline is no longer a luxury, but a critical necessity. Phelim and Shaun are pleased to welcome Lee McWhorter, CTO and Director of Cybersecurity at Covered Six, and Kevin Lewis, Director of Training also at Covered Six as we take a journey through the cutting-edge intersection of cyber and physical security. Tune in to learn why Integrated Training isn’t just an option, but an absolute game-changer for anyone in the security field. In this epsiode we discuss:Overview of Integrated Training: The importance and impact of combining physical and cyber security training in the security industry.Two Pillars of Security: Exploring the interrelation and convergence of cybersecurity and physical security in integrated training.Cyber-Physical Threats: Examining scenarios where cyber and physical security threats intersect and their implications.Essential Knowledge for Security Professionals: The necessity of a basic understanding in both cyber and physical security for effective client protection.Importance of OSINT and Cyber Hygiene: The role of open-source intelligence and cybersecurity awareness in modern security practices.Challenges and Future Outlook: Discussing the complexities and future trends in integrated training within the security industry.Our Guests:Lee McWhorterKevin LewisCovered SixMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Jon MossShaun WestPhelim RoweElijah ShawConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
Risk Management and Breaking Down Silos | Andrew Peden
03-09-2023
Risk Management and Breaking Down Silos | Andrew Peden
Instead of a single super-security specialist, is the EP firm the home of convergence because as a business any service can be bundled or offered through a partnership? In this edition of the Circuit Magazine podcast, Shaun and Phelim speak with Andrew Peden, the founder and CEO of L5L Solutions, about the importance of breaking down silos within the risk management industry.We delve into the idea of a 'unified protector', and ask whether professionals in the risk protection sphere should operate on a less hierarchical, more peer-level basis to work more efficiently.Andrew underlines the significance of maintaining effective communication channels along hierarchical lines and the need to develop a strategy for achieving professional goals.Other topics covered include:The Concept of Super Service in Security and what is the Future of Risk ManagementThe Importance of Continuous Learning and Adaptability and the role of the Unified ProtectorWhere does the wider EP ecosystem end?Do silos really exist, if so, what is preventing a manned guard from calling the CFO?What partners does EP 'actionable' intelligence need today and will it need in five years?What role could cross-functional teams have in developing the 'unified protector'?What does all this mean for the specialist?About Andrew:LinkedInMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full-time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Shaun WestJon MossElijah ShawPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
Motorcycle Outriders for UHNW Clients | Sebastien Bouchard
01-08-2023
Motorcycle Outriders for UHNW Clients | Sebastien Bouchard
If your client is driving a Bugatti Veyron around the streets of London how can you, as a protector, deter threats, protect them from attacks and accidents, and provide a nimble safety blanket that can keep pace with a supercar? Welcome to the world of motorcycle outriders. In this episode, we are delighted to welcome Sebastien Bouchard, Founder of 242 Security UK Ltd and 242 MSU to the podcast to ask:How can motorcycle outriders help and what threats are they designed to counter?What type of licensing and insurance is required in this field?Should every EP operator learn mobile security skills?What role do outriders have beyond security and into the field of concierge services?Could mobile security units ever be covert?About 242 Mobile Security:WebsiteMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full-time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Shaun WestJon MossElijah ShawPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
Searching for the Standard | James Cameron & Gerard Boniello
18-06-2023
Searching for the Standard | James Cameron & Gerard Boniello
Why does the pinnacle in EP Standards still elude us? Why are standards a contentious issue? Hot on the heels of the recent BEPP Executive Protection Operations Conference in Kansas City we are very pleased to bring you key takeaways from James Cameron and Gerard Boniello, Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Executive Protection Professionals. This week we are combining the thematic topic of standardization and the work of the BEPP with feedback and a behind the scenes look at the recent conference to ask:How could the ANSII standard improve the industry?What has happened between now and our previous interview with James Cameron?What advice do you have for improving EP training experiences?Key topics that stood out at the EPOC conference this year?Next steps for the BEPP and how you can get involvedAbout James and Gerard:James Cameron Gerard BonielloAbout the Board of Executive Protection Professionals:WebsiteMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Elijah ShawJon MossShaun WestPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
Grey Professionals in EP | Live Round Table at Samaritan Protective Services
26-05-2023
Grey Professionals in EP | Live Round Table at Samaritan Protective Services
Does being 'Grey' mean you keep your opinions to yourself until someone is in danger? Does being 'Grey' mean not compromising OpSec at all times? What about keeping the Principal 'Grey'? We took the 'Grey Professional' in some fascinating directions at an in-person round table discussion in Virginia hosted by Samaritan Protective Services ahead of the Physical Cyber Convergence Forum where we specifically recorded our discussion and findings for you, the community. This is a different format to our usual podcast but the thematic style remains the same but with some amazing round table participants:About the Round Table ParticipantsOur Host - Samaritan Protective ServicesBrandon ShafikhaniAndrew BellmanMike PheobusKris ColemanSteve HernandezNathan AckermanLauren WygantJoe AuteraKevin DyeDr Treston WheatRobert RawsonChuck RandolphMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Elijah ShawJon MossShaun WestPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
Altruism and Protection | Denida and Chris Grow
28-02-2023
Altruism and Protection | Denida and Chris Grow
Learn how altruism and protection are connected and the benefits of giving back as a protector. Discover strategies for social responsibility and philanthropic giving on this week's podcast episode.Protection is fundamentally connected with altruism and giving back, whether protecting a small child or an executive. We are looking forward to supporting the March 18 and 19 Bodyguards for Kids forum in aid of St Jude’s Hospital for Children but we are also pleased to speak with the event founders, Chris and Denida Grow, about the wider implications of giving back as a protector:About Nannyguards:At Nannyguards, our mission is to provide the highest quality education and security training to nannies and mannies. We strive to create a supportive, safe learning environment fostering growth and development. We believe that the work of nannies is incredibly important and have designed our courses to give caregivers the knowledge and confidence they need to provide the best care for the children in their charge.About Bodyguards for Kids:Bodyguards for Kids and it's a combination of a virtual networking and educational fundraising event where 100% of the donations and event fees go to the children of St. Jude's Hospital. It takes place on March 18/19th 2023, and if you'd like to attend or donate, click below:https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/DIY/DIY?px=7828257&pg=personal&fr_id=133399©_link_share Bodyguards for KidsMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by operationally active volunteers working full-time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine, you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit', where we dive deeper into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Elijah ShawJon MossShaun WestPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
The Evolution of Protective Intelligence and EP | Fred Burton
13-02-2023
The Evolution of Protective Intelligence and EP | Fred Burton
In this week's podcast, Fred Burton, the executive director at the Center for Protective Intelligence, talks about the evolution of protective intelligence and executive protection. The discussion revolves around the increasing importance of geopolitical intelligence, the benefits and challenges of having a protective intelligence skillset, and the future of the protector role. A must-listen for anyone interested in corporate security, intelligence analysis, or executive protection.Protective Intelligence has become an increasingly sought-after skill in the corporate security domain. Organizations are setting up their own geopolitical intelligence divisions within their internal security departments to provide analysis on an international level. There is an ongoing discussion as to whether a Protective Intelligence specialist would be more suitable or if Protective Intelligence should be an integral part of the skill set of all personnel within the organization. Protective intelligence can include areas such as surveillance awareness, med training, and open-source intelligence. Operators are advised to grow their skill sets to offer better service.It is an honor to welcome Fred Burton, Director Centre for Protective Intelligence to the Circuit Magazine Podcast to draw on his illustrious EP and Protective Intelligence career where we ask:Should we expect more private involvement in protective intelligence?How has the evolution of ‘ground truth’ affected EP?How can you focus on getting just what you deem important to your operations as opposed to what a third party thinks you need to know?Is tomorrow’s protector now required to pursue intelligence analysis qualifications in their free time?Do some protectors genuinely have a fear of not knowing or fear of missing out on intelligence that they should actually not be focusing on?Should protectors be empowered to highlight that some intelligence problems are not solvable?How can you educate your intelligence feed partner about how to make their feeds bespoke to you?Discover the Evolution of Protective Intelligence and EP with Fred Burton. Explore the importance of geopolitical intelligence and the future of the protector role. Listen now!About Fred:Fred is one of the world’s foremost authorities on Protective Intelligence, security and counterterrorism. As Executive Director of the Ontic Center for Protective Intelligence, he spearheads strategic consulting to physical security leaders at major corporations, advising how to optimize their security programs and streamline protective intelligence initiatives.WebsiteLinkedInAbout Bodyguards for Kids:Bodyguards for Kids and it's a combination of a virtual networking and educational fundraising event where 100% of the donations and event fees go to the children of St. Jude's Hospital. It takes place on March 18/19th 2023, and if you'd like to attend or just donate, click below:Bodyguards for Kidshttps://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/DIY/DIY?px=7828257&pg=personal&fr_id=133399©_link_share©_link_shareMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion
Between Tactical Medicine and Aeromed | Pete Reeve
06-02-2023
Between Tactical Medicine and Aeromed | Pete Reeve
Yes your principal is more likely to need a band aid but have you actually mapped out a medevac route? How reliable is your aeromed partner?We are delighted to welcome Pete Reeve, Specialist Paramedic in Critical Care to the Circuit Magazine Podcast to ask:Is a 'normal' paramedic not good enough for your operation?Where should EP professionals look for effective response team partners?How useful are enhanced care skills obtained in a previous military career?How can protectors judge aeromed priorities when dealing with fractures?Why prolonged extraction times are not just for 'hot zones'? How can we ensure more medical problems do not arise from an extraction?How can protectors avoid becoming medevac patients themselves?About Pete:Pete is a specialist paramedic working in critical care; he is also the operations officer for Great Western Air Ambulance Charity.Pete was the specialist lead for tactical medicine on the Hazardous Area Response Team and developed the unit response to marauding terrorist attacks as well as designing the response to deliberate vehicle attacks.LinkedInPete@centre4medical.co.ukAnd Joel@centre4medical.co.ukAbout Bodyguards for Kids:Bodyguards for Kids and it's a combination of a virtual networking and educational fundraising event where 100% of the donations and event fees go to the children of St. Jude's Hospital. It takes place on March 18/19th 2023, and if you'd like to attend or just donate, click below:Bodyguards for KidsMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Elijah ShawJon MossShaun WestPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
Unpredictable Travel Risk Management - Live at CPTF 2023 | Moderated by Chris Story
28-01-2023
Unpredictable Travel Risk Management - Live at CPTF 2023 | Moderated by Chris Story
If travel risk is unpredictable why bother attempting to predict it? Unless certain risk mitigation strategies can indeed help...We are delighted to bring you 'live' to one of the most current panel discussions at this year's Eighth Annual Executive Security and CP Technology Forum in London moderated by Chris Story with panelists including Ivan Ivanovich, Axel Wochinger, Per Jansson and Marcus Stephens-Ofner to uncover:How has travel risk evolved over the last few years?Was travel risk ever ‘predictable’?Is a better question whether travel risk management is standardized?Can standardized SOPs become a problem when operating in different geographies and cultures?Have we moved more into providing travel risk advice and not compliance?About the Annual Executive Security and CP Technology Forum:WebsiteMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Elijah ShawJon MossShaun WestPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
Successful EP Operations and Partnerships in Mexico | Hector Robles
14-01-2023
Successful EP Operations and Partnerships in Mexico | Hector Robles
Is less more when operating securely in Mexico? Or at least less visibility? How can you manage expectations of international clients who have preconceived ideas driven from the popular press or Hollywood when running successful EP in Mexico? We are delighted to welcome Hector Robles Conde, President LATAM Operations and VP Global Operations at FirstCall CSS to ask:What does low visibility actually look like in Mexico and how can operators explain its benefits to international clients?Is Mexico a 'Gateway' to Latin America?Can international EP practitioners find work in Mexico?How often would you need to conduct operations in truly dangerous locations and why?How can international operators find effective local Mexican partnerships?More about HectorLinkedInFirstCall CSSMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Elijah ShawJon MossShaun WestPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association
Including a Medical Doctor on your EP Team | Dr George DeBusk M.D.
07-01-2023
Including a Medical Doctor on your EP Team | Dr George DeBusk M.D.
Telemedicine has come a long way but does your next EP operation need a Medical Doctor (MD / GP) on the team?Is your principle not actually more likely to have a bad case of irritable bowel syndrome than a gunshot wound?We are delighted to start the new year and Season 3 with Dr George De Busk M.D. founder of Aspitha and practicing Trauma Surgeon to help us better understand:Where do complex medical needs become an 'EP Problem'?How to risk assess medical facility availability in seemingly 'safe' countries?Does including a Medical Doctor on your team speak to the emergence of the EP 'service mindset' and concierge service fit for today?How can you keep a highly skilled M.D. or G.P. engaged in your team?When and where to apply paramedic skills versus the gravitas of a fully qualified medical doctor?About Dr GeorgeLinkedIn AspithaMore about the Circuit:The Circuit Magazine is written and produced by volunteers, most of who are operationally active, working full time in the security industry. The magazine is a product of their combined passion and desire to give something back to the industry. By subscribing to the magazine you are helping to keep it going into the future. Find out more >If you liked this podcast, we have an accompanying weekly newsletter called 'On the Circuit' where we take a deeper dive into the wider industry. Opt in here >The Circuit team is:Elijah ShawJon MossShaun WestPhelim RoweConnect with Us: Circuit MagazineBBA ConnectNABA ProtectorBritish Bodyguard Association