Executive Protection Services
Improve the safety and security of key executives, elected officials and other principals also benefits many others – including family, staff, shareholders and constituents.
Planning, designing and implementing a highly customized protective security program demands a nuanced approach that respects the goals, preferences, lifestyle and privacy of the executives and individuals afforded protection.
Hillard Heintze helps clients develop and manage executive protection programs by embracing the best practices, research findings and methodologies employed at the highest levels of the U.S. agencies charged with protecting the President and other world leaders.
Scope of Services
Protection Program Evaluation — Analysis of the risks, threats and vulnerabilities related to the personal safety and security of the protected individuals, their family, and their staff; existing resources and capabilities, the workplace, primary residence and common travel patterns; and the most attractive opportunities to improve program effectiveness and capture cost efficiencies immediately and over time.
Independent Security Assessment — Tailored to fulfill the Internal Revenue Service statutory requirements as they relate to validating employer-provided transportation for security concerns, business-oriented security concerns and overall security programs as set forth in Title 26, Code of Federal Regulations, Treasury Regulation Section 1.132-5 [CITE: 26CFR1.132-5].
Executive Protection Program Development — Guidance on integrating the critical issues, challenges and best practices fundamental to establishing a full service program – from leadership, funding and best practice strategies to right sizing the investment to align with risks, threats and vulnerabilities.
Special Focus Assignments — Examples include (1) executive searches for candidates to lead executive protection programs; (2) advisory support to management related to major events or issues; and (3) recommendations on special challenges relating to areas such as physical and technical security, transportation and travel security, personnel practices, safeguarding adolescents and young adults, protective intelligence, background screening and emergency preparedness.
Corporate Jets: The Security Rationale
Business aviation is a key element in best-in-class executive protection programs. Should it be a priority in yours?
Improving the Integrity of a Fortune 100 Executive Protection Program
How did this corporate leader address the serious risk of harm to its leadership team and members’ immediate family – in a tax-advantaged way?
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Intercepting a Competitor's Attempt to Undermine a Major Company Event
On the eve of convening a large international event in a major U.S. convention capital, did a publicly-traded company anticipate just how far its competitors would go to undercut its brand?
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Evaluating the Risks, Threats and Vulnerabilities Confronting a U.S. Senator
Let's say you've been in public office for many years. You have a high net worth. Multiple residences. And an unusually active travel schedule. How should you go about ensuring your safety – as well as that of your office, staff and family?
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