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5 People Who Should Have Executive Protection

Welcome back to the Tactical Response Security Blog where we break down all things security so you can be safer, more informed, and prepared for anything. Today, we’ll be continuing our discussion of executive protection. More specifically, we’ll be looking into 5 types of people who should definitely enlist executive protection services to ensure their safety and/or protect their assets. To review, executive protection is what’s sometimes referred to as close protection. This means that a person who is utilizing executive protection always has bodyguards/personal security close at hand. At Tactical Response Security, we provide Philadelphia with the best armed and unarmed security services available. This includes executive protection, event security, business security, and more. If you need expert security services at your disposal, make sure you give us a call. We’d be happy to help. Until then, keep reading to learn more about the 5 people who should have executive protection.

High Profile Individuals

In today’s world, “High Profile” can mean a lot of things. Maybe you’ve just acquired a large sum of money via inheritance or lottery winnings. Perhaps you’re a key witness to a major criminal case. You could even be someone who’s been involved in a nationwide controversy. Being high profile can encompass many different scenarios. When your personal business is in the public eye, that draws attention. While sometimes that can be a good thing, other times it can put a target on your back — literally. Either way, when a high profile individual enlists executive protection, especially the executive protection services from Tactical Response Security, they can rest assured that they’re safe which then allows them to focus on dealing with the events that have made them high profile.

CEOs/Business Owners

While CEOs and business owners could fall into the category of a high profile individual, their situations and the reasoning for why they should have executive protection are a bit different. The main difference is that the high profile individuals we mentioned above are usually only in the public eye for a short amount of time. Once their case is over, they’ve dealt with their lottery winnings, or the controversy has died down, so the potential risk against their person has died down as well. This isn’t necessarily the case for CEOs and business owners. This is because where high profile individuals are able to step out of the spotlight after some time, a CEO or business owner is always going to be a symbol of wealth, success, and power. Thus, they’re going to remain at risk of someone trying effect or benefit from their status. While there’s no use in fantasizing about all the different scenarios where someone may want to hurt, rob, or kidnap a CEO or business owner, it is important that we recognize the possibility. When a CEO or business owner recruits executive protection, they’re able to have peace of mind knowing that a trusted guard is always watching their back. That way, they can continue with business as usual and their bettering of the city of Philadelphia.

The Wealthy

Similar to CEOs and business owners, there is a consistent risk posed to wealthy individuals. Often times, it’s people with wealth who are scoped out by thieves, and that won’t change as long as said individual is wealthy. Enlisting executive protection to keep a wealthy person safe is a great idea because, although being the target of robbery or harm shouldn’t be a cause of paranoia, it’s a definite reason to invest in protection. When investing in elite executive protection, like the executive protection services we offer at Tactical Response Security, you’re investing your wealth in the reason for your wealth — yourself.

People Who Handle Your Money And/Or Valuables

If you’re a business owner who is constantly taking valuables from your place of work to the bank or if you’re in the business of transporting valuables, executive protection is a must. An unprotected transport of valuable materials, be it money, priceless goods, or artifacts, is easy pickings for experienced thieves. However, if you’re transporting valuables and you have executive protection experts in tow, just the mere presence of security will likely deter criminals. That being said, in the event that someone would attempt to rob you, you’d have expert protections in place that will keep you safe and protect your valuables. When the transport of valuables is a commonplace happening in your life, it’s important that you invest in security measures. It’s a lot like wearing a seat belt, you don’t realize how important it is until you need it. And if you don’t have it when you need it, well, you’re out of luck.

Recent Divorcees And Victims Of Disputes

This is an often overlooked benefit of executive protection. In the event of a bitter divorce or a situation where a victim has escaped an abusive environment, executive protection can not only provide expert security services to keep the affected person safe, but they can also provide much needed peace of mind. Divorce and abuse are two traumatic events that can detrimentally affect one’s sense of security and comfort. By enlisting executive protection, the affected person will have a person who they can trust, entirely dedicated to their security and safety. It’s truly making the best of a terrible situation, as the person will be able to rest assured that someone has their back, and they can put the traumatic events of the past behind them.

Tactical Response Security

At Tactical Response Security, we’re dedicated to keeping people safe and providing an unwavering sense of security and stability. Our company offers security experts who are capable of providing armed and unarmed security services, and understand how to properly secure and survey a location to ensure it’s safe. While we’d prefer to live in a world where people didn’t harm each other or make each other feel unsafe, we recognize that’s not always the case. That’s why we’re committed to providing the best security services in the Philadelphia area. If you’re in need of security services, or simply interested in learning more about the services we offer contact us today!

How to Ensure a Safe, Organized Event

In the current climate that we live in, it’s absolutely pivotal that you ensure your event, whether it’s a local carnival or massive festival, is secure and safe for your attendees and staff. At Tactical Response Security, the premier security company in Philadelphia, our priority is to provide top-tier, diverse security services to provide our clients (and their clients) with peace of mind knowing they’re safe and protected. Because of this, we’ve created our blog where we discuss everything you could possibly want or need to know about security and security services. Today, we’ll be discussing event security, and more specifically, some tips you can use to ensure that your event is safe and secure for all those in attendance.

Assess The Event With Professional Assistance

During the process of planning your event, make sure that you’re considering security options, potential risks or problem areas associated with the event venue, and the audience who will be in attendance. Essentially, you need to be familiar and comfortable with the ins and outs of your venue, audience, and staff, especially in this day-and-age where mass acts of violence are so prevalent. First and foremost, the most effective way to be secure and safe during an event is to be properly prepared. By anticipating and preparing for the worst and best case scenarios, you’re already doing your part to make sure everything goes smoothly, the attendees have a great time, and the event is an overall success. Additionally, the best way to prepare for and assess your event is to enlist a professional, trained, and experienced security company, like the experts here at Tactical Response Security. When you do this, you’re taking the extra step to ensure that you’re prepared. This is because an experienced security company a) Has worked on myriad events similar to yours and will be able to provide insight as to what precautions are a priority. b) Understands logistically how best to secure areas and events as well as what steps are necessary to regulate and protect the attendees and event staff. c) Has an entire aspect of their security services devoted to security management and planning (like our Philadelphia security company). Ultimately, when you enlist expert security services, you’re filling in your gaps of knowledge. After all, a security company’s entire livelihood is centered around security, so they will be equipped to do things like identify the best exit and entrance points, determine if you need armed or unarmed security, efficiently arrange and prepare your staff, and much more. That being said, when contracting a security company, it’s important to remember that you’re essentially hiring employees. Thus, treat it as such. Make sure that when you’re working with a security company, you check their references, interview them thoroughly, and be certain that they’re insured.

Be Transparent and Consistent in Communication

Another aspect of successful event security is communication on every level. When you’re planning the event, communicate with your security services about your general concerns; any contentious relationships with your event, business or organization that could pose a threat; and your expectations. Make sure that you communicate with attendees and staff, informing them on expectations and any security measure that they will be subject to. With regards to expectations, make it clear if there are items that are not allowed in the event (phones, weapons, substances) and make it clear as to what types of behavior will not be tolerated. In regards to communicating security measures, inform staff and attendees as to whether they’ll be undergoing screenings/background checks, if they’ll be subject to searches upon arrival or during the event, and any general security measures that will directly affect them. This way you’re being transparent, and you’re doing your due-diligence to have an informed crowd. This makes everyone safer. When it comes time for the event to take place, communication needs to be the center of your security operation. Whether it’s walkie talkies, headsets, or routine tag ups, it’s vital to have a communication system for two reasons. First, by having clear lines of and expectations for your security service’s communication during the event, everyone will be on the same page, and you’ll have a standard level of communication that can indicate there are no problems. Second, in the event of an emergency, not only will you have a direct line for efficient and effective communication, but you will also be able to recognize if there are problems via your communication channels. If someone stops responding to routine check ins or there is suspicious activity, it’ll be easier to identify if there is a standard for communications in place. Additionally, it’s important that you’re communicating with the event attendees and staff. Let them know where they can find resources, assistance, exits, etc. That way everyone’s up to speed on what’s expected from them, and they’re enabled to seek help if they need it.

Execute Your Plan

After planning your event and how it will be secured, the next step is to execute. You have your plan, so now it’s time to follow it. Run through potential scenarios that you may need to deal with before the event so you’re extra prepared if they happen. When it’s time for the event, be prepared to control the crowd and enforce your expectations. Once you’ve made the expectations clear, do not hesitate to reprimand staff or attendees who do not meet them. Again, it’s about setting standards and expectations and then enforcing them. At the end of the day, you’re trying to make sure that everyone gets home safe, so stay true to your expectations, and follow your gut. That being said, the great thing about contracting with a professional security company in Philadelphia, specifically the security experts we have at Tactical Response Security, is that you’ll be able to trust that they enforce and uphold the expectations and security for the event. When you work with Tactical Response Security, you’re in great hands. Not only are we equipped to plan and manage your event security logistics, but we’re also equipped to enforce the plan when it’s time to. If you’re in need of security, call the experts at Tactical Response Security today.