CNN is now reporting that more and more high net worth individuals who own Super Yachts are now equipping the vessels with hi-tech, military grade equipment and staff to prevent the increasing problems of high seas piracy.
“It is only a matter of time before pirates move from cargo ships to attacking super-yachts cruising near Somalia.”
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“When I consider what the primary difference was which made my ICON experience a greater value and overall experience to my previous training, I believe it is due to the fact the ICON course was student-centric. In other words, the course was designed to create and support an environment in which the students actively [...]
Congratulating the new graduates of the ICON Advanced Executive Protection Training Course. Long hours, challenging assignments a few surprises, and the ever present mantra “drill, drill, drill”. Thanks for giving 100%! Your efforts showed! Next course: April 30 – May 9th, 2012 Special Financing & Scholarship Opportunities Available. For more information click HERE.
Had a great time over the last few months working on the Bodyguard 2 Minute Tip segments with Harlan Austin of Bodyguard Careers. The aim is to give some “bite sized” nuggets that would be useful for individuals that are interested in getting into the field of Executive Protection. So far the response has [...]
Just completed the first ICON Celebrity & VIP Protection Course of 2012. The ICON Training Academy hosted an intensely motivated group of men and women who decided to invest the time and the resources in continuing education in the field of Executive Protection. Our goal is to leave students with an experience that delivers [...]
In this week’s installment of the two-minute video tip, host Harlan Austin of Bodyguard Careers and Elijah Shaw of the ICON Executive Protection Academy discuss the importance of doing your research when choosing an Executive Protection School. There are some wonderful schools in the industry that include Trojan, ESI, EPI, MAX, ICON and many more. [...]