The EPRM Series
The EPRM series consists of four books, each focusing on different aspects of executive protection risk management.
These books provide detailed guidance on implementing the EPRM framework for Executive Protection Managers (EPM), Executive Protection Team Leaders (EPL), and Executive Protection Agents (EPA). It also includes a self-protection guide for executives.
Packed with expert strategies and best practices, these books are essential resources for professionals looking to enhance their skills and ensure top-level protection
Why EPRM
The Executive Protection Risk Management (EPRM) framework is essential
for ensuring the data-driven protection of all employees in an organization, emphasizing high-profile individuals.
EPRM adopts a comprehensive, methodical, and systematic approach
to mitigate risks and protect executives from potential threats.
The motivation behind creating the EPRM framework is to provide a
structured methodology that harmonizes international standards,
prescribing steps, roles, and checklists that executive protection
professionals can apply at the strategic, tactical, and operational levels
and even by the client.
Why the Executive Protection Risk Management (EPRM) Framework is Essential:
Comprehensive & Systematic: EPRM offers a detailed, methodical approach to identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks faced by high-profile individuals or groups.
Tailored Risk Management: It safeguards people exposed to personal risks due to their profession, wealth, status, affiliations, or location.
Adaptable & Scalable: EPRM can be customized for various industries and scenarios, ensuring maximum flexibility.
Error Reduction: By applying this structured framework,
organizations minimize protection errors, enhancing overall security effectiveness.
Optimized Team Performance: With EPRM, security professionals can sharpen their strategies, leading to better protection and improved team efficiency.
Industry-Relevant: Whether in corporate, political, or private sectors, the EPRM framework meets the diverse needs of
organizations worldwide.
EPRM: A Multi-Level
Approach
• Strategic Level: Executive Protection Managers analyze geographic risks and assess the Executive Protection Program (EPP). Executives are assigned risk profiles, and control measures are set based on organizational risk assessments.
• Tactical Level: Executive Protection Team Leaders create Tactical Protection Plans (TPP) for high-risk executives, identifying potential threats and evaluating personal vulnerabilities.
• Operational Level: Executive Protection Agents follow assigned roles
based on real-time risks, guided by continuous threat assessments for ten different team positions
• Client Level: Executives take responsibility for self-protection, recognizing early signs of threats and taking preventive actions to safeguard their safety and productivity.
Meet the Author
Kevin E. Palacios is a renowned figure in security with over 25 years of experience, recognized globally as a thought leader in the field. As a
Board Certified Security Professional, he boasts dual triple crowns in certifications from ASIS International (CPP, PSP, PCI) and IFPO (CSSM,
CPOI, CPO). His extensive expertise includes executive protection, due diligence, and corporate investigations, showcasing his exceptional regional leadership.
Beyond his security credentials, Kevin holds master’s degrees in Health, Safety and Environment, Business Management, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Hypnosis, and Education. With over 30 years as a security
instructor, he has significantly influenced the industry and earned a global reputation for hisdedication to advancing corporate security standards.
