Conversations in Close Protection – Shop Talk January 2025, the team breaks down the critical security developments shaping the corporate and global landscape. We examine the tragic UnitedHealthcare incident and its implications for executive protection, the evolving role of security leadership in corporate governance, and the increasing complexity of cybersecurity threats in 2025. There is also discussions on the impact of SEC disclosure requirements on executive security, the shifting landscape of Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance, and key insights from the WEF Global Risks Report 2025, including geopolitical instability, disinformation, and environmental challenges.

Join CiCP as they analyze the risks, challenges, and strategies that security professionals must navigate to stay ahead in an increasingly volatile world.

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Summary of Key Risks

The Conversations in Close Protection team discusses insights from Tristan Flannery of Presage Global, focusing on their upcoming Industry Training Survey. The conversation highlights the need for protectors to adapt to modern threats through education, technology, and soft skills. It addresses growth opportunities in the industry, including increased salary expectations and the demand for specialized training among mid-career professionals.

Tune in to gain fresh perspectives on how the executive protection field is transforming and what it means for those dedicated to safeguarding lives and assets. If you have thoughts on the discussion, contact us at protectiontalk@outlook.com!

Want to hear more from Tristan - check out his conversation on risk over at the Connected Intelligence podcast - https://shorturl.at/0Ppn2

Fall is here, but the risks are not cooling down. The team unpacks recent events, upcoming events, and highlights from recent conferences and travels. By all measures, fall is going to be something. Stay up on the talk and join the conversation at protectiontalk@outlook.com