Choosing an Executive Security Team

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We live in an uncertain world, and all of us face dangers and risks every single day. With that said, some of us face a heightened level of risk-in particular, those who are highly public figures. That includes movie stars, but it also includes busy executives and high-profile business leaders. Disgruntled ex-employees or customers with an ax to grind might attempt acts of violent retribution against these executives, which is why a personal security detail is recommended. And yet, there's more to assembling an executive security team than just calling a bunch of brawny guys to stand around and look tough. Indeed, there are a lot of factors to consider as you put together an executive security team that's tailored to your specific needs. And, given the sheer number of security companies out there, it can be challenging to determine which one's really up for the job. In this post, we'll offer some insights into how you can choose the right executive security team in California-the steps you should take, the questions you should ask, and the priorities you should make.

Assessing Your Security Needs

Before you pick a security team, it's important to know exactly what it is you need. In some instances, it may be ideal to find some of those big, burly guys we talked about before-security guards who can be very physically imposing and intimidating. In other instances, though, you might want a more discreet, Secret Service-like unit-security guards who can blend into the background and remain inconspicuous. Indeed, there are a number of specific considerations to make as you list your security needs-among them:

Outward appearance
Areas of specialization
Language skills
Other services, such as driving

Think about the threat level you face, your lifestyle, and the level of your public profile, and look for an executive security team that can match.

Knowing Where to Look

Once you complete your inventory of personal security needs, the next step is to start looking at potential candidates. As we said before, there are a lot of security companies out there, so the process of creating a list of candidates and then whittling it down may seem daunting. It doesn't have to be, however. There are plenty of resources available to you-for example, it's advisable to ask other executives in your community, or to reach out to industry insiders for a recommendation. When it comes to finding a personal security team, these individual recommendations can really be meaningful.

Asking Smart Questions

Make sure you find at least three or four good candidates, then sit down with a representative from each security company and ask them some tough questions. Some topics you might ask about include:

How long the company has been active.
How much the service costs, and whether there are discounts for extended service.
What certifications their agents hold.
What they can do, specifically, to customize their services to meet your needs.

One final note: Comfort level is important, so listen to your gut. If a particular security company doesn't feel right to you-if they don't instill confidence-that's reason enough to continue your search elsewhere. Start the process of setting up your executive security detail today. It's vital that you not delay until it's too late; this is quite literally a matter of life-and-death urgency. Be thorough and exacting as you seek the right executive security services in California-and don't hesitate to contact MPS Security to learn more about our services in this field.

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