EP Wired

30/06/2025

If you’ve ever been behind the wheel or had to plan the fleet, you know it’s not that simple.

Torque, suspension, visibility, braking, discretion, terrain…

🚗💨 The vehicle you choose can make or break the entire operation.

A must-read by Pablo Ortiz-Monasterio and a hard look at what actually matters when your principal wants comfort, but you still need control.

The most effective security vehicle is one that never draws attention to itself until the moment its capabilities are needed.

26/06/2025

How many times have you heard about an event… after it happened? 🥴

Or missed something important because the info was buried in someone’s LinkedIn post or a WhatsApp thread?

😎 Not anymore.

We’ve launched the EP Events Hub—a curated, easy-to-navigate calendar that pulls together the most important upcoming events in the executive protection space.

It’s easy to use, built with features that actually help:
✅ Clickable tags like “Free”, “Europe”, etc.
✅ Direct links to event pages
✅ Add to calendar
✅ Key details at a glance—location, price, and format

Check it out and never miss the good stuff again:
https://epwired.com/events/

23/06/2025

"There is no “one size fits all” career path for veterans or former police professionals."

For over a decade, David Lloyd has worked in some of the world’s most complex environments, from the Gulf and North Africa to the Horn of Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean. He now works in recruitment with GardaWorld, sourcing high-calibre talent for Government and Critical Infrastructure contracts.

David regularly advises veterans and transitioning professionals on how to successfully navigate careers in the global defence and security space.

The international security environment is shaped by hybrid threats, which blend physical, cyber, reputational, and geopolitical risks.

20/06/2025

📢 We’re launching the EP Events Hub, a curated list of important upcoming events in the executive protection industry.

It’s built to be a relevant, easy-to-use resource, bringing key gatherings and dates together in one place.

🗓️ No more jumping between calendars. Just the events that matter, where you’ll want to be.

Coming soon on EP Wired.

19/06/2025

🛠️ The tools that criminals use are the same tools your team should master.

Thomas L. breaks down what attackers are already using and how the best EP teams are getting ahead by learning to think like them.

Integration of covert entry tools into the core skill set of executive protection professionals is essential.

18/06/2025

“There are so many awesome people in this industry doing so many amazing things.”

🎬 for

17/06/2025

At the Board of Executive Protection Professionals’ recent conference, Kevin Dye sat down with industry leaders to discuss how AI is reshaping the field, revealing both its potential and its pitfalls.

📝 This article is a result of those conversations.

AI is revolutionizing Executive Protection, but it's no replacement for human intuition. Discover why balancing tech and expertise is key to success.

🙏 A huge thanks to everyone who shared their insights at the ESOC!

AI has emerged as a transformative force in protective operations, enabling proactive threat detection and smarter resource deployment.

16/06/2025

🏆 Sponsored Job Opportunity | Gold Partner Alert 🏆

SCS - Security Crisis Solutions is hiring: Elite Executive Protection Agent—Canada-Based 🇨🇦

Are you a mission-driven EP professional with sharp instincts and standout character? SCS, our Gold Partner, is seeking a seasoned Executive Protection Agent to join their high-performing team in Canada.

They’re after more than just a resume—they want a teammate with operational excellence, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to doing the job right.

✅ Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ years of EP experience
• Military/Law enforcement background preferred
• Strong tech skills & Spanish a plus
• Canadian citizen or valid Canadian work permit—must have

🤝 What You’ll Get:

• A strategic role on a tier-one protective team
• Competitive compensation package
• A mission-first, values-driven work environment

This is from our GOLD partners at SCS, and it’s your shot at joining a leading team in the industry.

📩 Reach out to [email protected]—and prove to them you’re the right fit.

13/06/2025

"When you're talking about corporate concerns, or almost any business concerns, or a high-net-worth individual, you're talking about a lot of risk."

🎬 Charles Patterson for

12/06/2025

Female EP professionals operating internationally navigate more than just operational risks. In deeply patriarchal cultures, they face threats that most training manuals don't cover.

📝 In his powerful and eye-opening piece, personal safety expert Robert Kaiser breaks down what real-world protection looks like when you are both protector and potential target.

Female executive protection professionals already understand that the demands of their role extend far beyond standard security protocols.

10/06/2025

Miguel Uribe Turbay, a rising figure in Colombian politics and a likely presidential candidate in the 2026 election, was shot twice during a public appearance in Bogotá’s Fontibón district on Saturday, June 7, 2025.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro condemned the attack in a national address, calling it a “cowardly assault” not just on a political opponent but on democracy itself.

He promised a full investigation and said the government would spare no effort in identifying and capturing the mastermind behind the shooting.

Colombian authorities have launched a nationwide search for those behind the attempted assassination of Senator Miguel Uribe Turbay.

09/06/2025

This week's highlight: Executive Protection Specialist at AMD: https://epwired.com/job/executive-protection-specialist/

Contact Camille D'Angerio for more details.

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A big THANK YOU to our incredible sponsor: SCS - Security Crisis Solutions, for believing in what we do and supporting a more connected and innovative industry! Your support help us deliver impacful content that really matters to the executive protection world.

Becoming a sponsor for EP Wired is a strategic investment in your brand’s visibility and authority within the executive protection (EP) industry, but also a way of supporting the ongoing education and development of the people in it.

Reach out today to explore sponsorship opportunities!