Field stories
First-hand accounts from real assignments, Hucky’s years protecting Prince, the True Bodyguard Stories series, interviews with industry figures, and bodyguards in the news.
- Big Chick What I Wish Everyone Knew About HimI first met Big Chick at band rehearsals for Prince and the Revolution. Most people recognized him back in the day At 6'8" and 400 pounds he was a Big man
- Protecting a Prince: The Unsung Heroes Behind the Purple CurtainWhen we think of Prince, we often picture the musical genius on stage, captivating audiences with his unparalleled talent. But behind every great artist…
- My First Executive Protection Assignment: Lessons from the Summer of ’84Executive protection rookie learns valuable lessons on first assignment. Mentorship and humility shape a career in VIP security
- Prince Bodyguard Arrest 1985: Lessons From a Security IncidentA firsthand account of the Prince bodyguard arrest 1985, examining what went wrong and the legal lessons every executive protection professional should know.
- Tony Scotti Shares Knowledge About Security DrivingFor 40 years Tony Scotti has been catering to the training of governments law enforcement agencies and military organizations to avoid vehicle violence.
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2021
Don’t be like Frank Farmer: Relationships with the client terrible idea!
In this blog post, we discuss how a relationship between bodyguard (Frank Farmer) and his client creates a conflict of interest.
2019
Winning Tactics About Executive Protection From Jerry Heying
In 10 Minutes. I'll Give You The Truth About Jerry Heying. Jerry is a highly-respected leader in the field of Executive Protection.
2018
Bodyguard Movies Ranking the 10 Greatest
The 10 best Bodyguard Movies of all time, according to Harlan Hucky Austin former Prince Bodyguard and President of Bodyguard Careers.
Close Protection: Lessons in Stalker Psychology
Hans Van Beuge (Principal Partner: SAVIOUR Services, specializing in stalker & violent offender response) gives Close Protection operatives a checklist of…
2014
The Shady Brook Retirement Home for Bodyguards
By Doc Rogers (Humor) Rules and Regulation Welcome to the Shady Brook Retirement Home for Bodyguards. We are very pleased that you are here and are…
2013
Workplace Violence Prevention
Workplace violence prevention article. Preventing workplace violence isn't always easy, and there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all approach, but…
Julia Pierson Name First Woman Director of Secret Service
President Obama on Tuesday named agent Julia Pierson as the first woman director of the Secret Service,
13 Insane (But True) Things About the History of Bodyguards [Infographic]
The History of Bodyguard dates back to the beginning of civilization. Learn more about how it works and maybe even some surprising facts!
Paparazzi: The Steven Tyler Act Could Leave You Needing a Lawyer!
The Hawaii state Senate passed the so-called Steven Tyler Act Tuesday, a bill that seeks to protect celebrities from overeager paparazzi
We’ve Improved Bodyguard Careers!
Bodyguard Careers underwent serious improvements to end 2012 and this post summarizes the improvements, updates and challenges we face in the future.
2012
George Zimmerman Sued for not Paying Bodyguard Services
George Zimmerman Sued! A bodyguard company has filed a lawsuit against George Zimmerman, his wife and attorney claiming that they owe for bodyguard services
London Fletcher’s family fights Browns fans
London Fletcher’s family fights Browns fans
Usher Gets Restraining Order Against Stalker
Usher Gets Restraining Order Against Stalker Police have issued a restraining order against Darshelle Jones-Rakestraw after she tried to enter Usher’s…
Rihanna’s Bodyguard Punches Paparazzi
One of Rihanna’s bodyguards was reportedly involved in a physical altercation with a London photographer. Apparently the photographer got too close to the…
Madonna Has Sterilization Team Sterilized Dressing Rooms
Madonna takes executive protection to a new level. The 53-year-old has set up a “sterilization team” to wipe away any DNA in her dressing room after shows…
The Evolution of the Hand Gun
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Drake’s New Hired Bodyguards
Drake’s Bodyguards Following last week’s mêlée with Chris Brown at a local New York night club, Drake has decided to literally beef up his security…
Chris Brown’s Bodyguard Injured at Nightclub
Chris Brown and Drake Fight: The New York Police Department is investigating a fight involving the entourages of Drake and Chris Brown which broke out…
Detroit Mayor Bodyguard Taken to Hospital
Mayor Dave Bing’s bodyguard is being treated for a knee injury after a fall at the Manoogian Mansion today in Detroit. Mayor spokeswoman Naomi Patton…
Test your Knowledge: Advancing a Trip
List four people you would need to contact when advancing a trip from Chicago to Stockholm. What is your answer? Answer to last weeks quiz. D) Canada
Test your Knowledge: The RCMP protects which head of state?
The RCMP protects which head of state, what is your answer? A) Australia B) New Zealand C) United Kingdom D) Canada E) They have no protection role
Another Bodyguard is Planning to Write Tell-All Book
Add one more to the list. It seems that another disgruntled bodyguard, Leonard Taylor Mark Wahlberg’s former bodyguard is planning to write a tell-all…
Bodyguards go to trial
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Jurors heard opening statements Monday in the trial of two high-ranking members of local chapters of the Pagans Motorcycle Club who…
Kate Gosselin Denies Latest Bodyguard Rumors
Source: RumorFix Kate Gosselin is declaring war on a Philadelphia paparazzo that told a gossip website that he saw Kate and her bodyguard Steve Neild…
Bodyguard Careers FaceBook Group
Great EP conversation going on in the Bodyguard Careers FaceBook Group, come join us we would love to hear your thoughts. Click on the link or image to…
Oprah Winfrey’s Bodyguards
IN THE NEWS – In what’s already been a rough week image wise for the bodyguard industry, Britney Spears ex-bodyguard breaches client confidentiality, and…
Britney Spears ex-bodyguard
Usually when you see the word ex in front of bodyguard it’s a negative story. Well this one is no exception; Britney Spears ex-bodyguard Fernando Flores…
Security secrets left on train
In the News: Security Secrets Left On Train Top secret security documents detailing plans for policing this summer’s London Olympics was left on a train…
Madonna’s Former Bodyguard Jailed
In The News: Steven Greenoe, a 37 American of Raleigh North Carolina, and a one time US Marine who used to work as a Bodyguard for Madonna has been…
Bikini Bodyguard
China Bikini Bodyguard – Twenty women, dressed in bikinis wanting to become female bodyguards, were kicked, dunked, near-drowned and forced to carry a…
Doug Runyon
I was stunned to get the news early this morning that a colleague to many us, Doug Runyon passed last night of an apparent heart attack. For those of you…
2011
30th Annual EPIC Conference
For those of you who could not make it to the EPIC 30th Annual Executive Protection Institute (EPI) conference in Orlando Florida., here’s a video…
30th Annual EPIC Conference
I will be speaking this Friday, December 9 2011 at the 30th Annual Executive Protection Institute (EPI) conference in Orlando Florida. My topic will be…
A Day In The Life Of A Bodyguard
The bodyguard industry is a tough profession, not a game. However, if you have a truckload of drive and determination you may have what it takes to become…
Test your Knowledge: The Advance
Test your Knowledge: Which locations must be “advanced” in order to secure the protectee? a.) Home. b.) Office. c.) Modes of transit. d.) Routes of…
Test your Knowledge: Current and former Prime Ministers of England are protected by?
What is your answer? A) MI6 B) Royalty Protection Branch (SO14) C) Specialist Protection Branch (SO1) D) Ministry of Defense E) Interpol Over 20 of the…
What I Like About Bodyguard Careers
What I like about Bodyguard Careers is the great camaraderie of its members. We all learn from each other, we have the utmost respect and motivate one…
Oksana’s: Former Bodyguard Was Protecting Herman Cain!
After reading the story, several words come to my mind. Vetting process, due diligence. And what’s really sad about this story, I know several good…
Former USSS Agent Seeks to Unseat Democratic Senator
In Ronald Kessler’s book, “In the President’s Secret Service,” Al Gore makes negative comments about the Secret Service, Kessler writes about the time…
Radio Interview: Surveillance Detection: A small window of opportunity
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. Surveillance Detection and…
Radio Interview: High Risk Overseas Security Work – The scoop
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. High Risk Overseas Security…
Radio Interview: Screening, Vetting, and Monitoring Professional Agents
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. Ensuring the integrity, the…
Radio Interview: Fear Management, & Combatives with Tony Blauer
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. In this episode of America’s…
Radio Interview: Executive Protection from Southeast Asia
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. Competition often builds creative…
Radio Interview: Celebrity Protection and the Protection Industry
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. Industry veteran Elijah Shaw…
Radio Interview: Untrained Bodyguards vs. Professional Protection
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. Industry experts are invited to…
Radio Interview: Pioneer in Executive Protection
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. Bob Oatman is a pioneer in…
Radio Interviews: The Art of Advance Work
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. Charles (Chuck) Mauldin subject…
Radio Interview: Getting Hired The Hard Part of Executive Protection
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. Harlan (Hucky) Austin speaks…
Radio Interviews: The Harvard of Bodyguard Schools
Radio Interviews: On America’s Frontlines of Crime & War” found on Voice America which broadcast to over 130+ countries. ESI (Executive Security…
Bodyguard Careers Guest Post Guidelines
By Harlan (Hucky) Austin I receive hundreds of e-mails a month from individuals who want to know if I accept guest posts on Bodyguard Careers, and if so…
Gaddafi Bodyguards
Muammar Gaddafi Bodyguards are a group of all female, gun toting posse of virgins who take a vow of chastity as soon as they become bodyguards.
Upcoming article:”Do they need to get hit to understand?”
The thought of a kidnapping for most people is a subliminal thought below the surface of consciousness, so the notion of hiring an Executive Protection…
Bodyguard Careers Interviewed on Voice America
Update 5/21/2011 I guess there was some technical difficulties with the original link, so many were not able to hear the interview live. It’s my…
The Assassination Of
I came across a very interesting article over the weekend. It’s entitled “Can an Executive Protector Really Prevent an Assassination”? It was posted by…
Got Executive Protection and Bodyguard News?
Have you got an interesting executive protection or bodyguard related news item or article? Send it in for publishing on one of the web’s largest…
We have reached 4500 fans on Facebook!
We are pleased to share with our readers that we have reached 4500 Facebook fans. This is an amazing accomplishment for us! But we’re not done yet, were…
Interview and Interrogation Tips
By Matt Stiehm Threat assessment, is part of any executive protection specialists job, but if the threat is not overt how can someone best protect their…
2010
A Review of the Executive Protection International Conference
By Lionel Durant, PPS The 29th annual Executive Protection International Conference took place this year in San Diego California. The EPIC Conference has…
New Look: Bodyguard Careers v4
Those visiting Bodyguard Careers today will notice that we’ve just released a new theme. It’s not a complete overhaul in terms of look—rather, it’s an…
Join Bodyguard Careers Facebook Page Today!
Become a member of Facebook’s number #1 Bodyguard and Executive Protection resource page, and tap into every faucet of the Executive Protection world from…
Here’s a simple solution to the controversy over full-body scanners at airports.
A friend of mine sent this e-mail to me this morning . Here’s a simple solution to the controversy over full-body scanners at airports. Develop an…
29th Annual Executive Protection Institute Conference
This is the 29th Annual Conference hosted by Executive Protection Institute (EPI) and the Nine Lives Associates (NLA) who are graduates of EPI’s world…
Latest Edition of the Circuit Magazine
I finally had an opportunity to sit down and go through my personal copy of the latest edition of the Circuit magazine. For those of you who don’t know by…
Interview: With Tony Scotti
Well, it’s finally here the long-awaited fall edition of the circuit magazine. It was a pleasure to interview Tony Scotti, who is one of our industries…
A vehicle armored to LEVEL II is designed to withstand 7.62mm rifle fire?
Explain your answer in the comments!
What city has the best opportunities for Executive Protection work?
Many of you have been around the world
International Executive Protection Conference 2010
Sponsored by ESI Alumni Association Las Vegas, Nevada August 6-8, 2010 It’s going to be another great conference! The Association Board of Directors has…
Discussion of the Week: What’s the worst detail you have worked?
A colleague from a popular EP Forum describes a recent detail in Haiti that he worked. “I got to work in a huge trash dump recently and realized that the…
Five Random Thoughts
By Hucky Austin I receive hundreds of inquiries a week from individuals wanting to get into the Executive Protection Business. It’s amazing to me, how…
Celebrity Bodyguard
By Eliljah Shaw Source: Circuit –The Magazine for Bodyguards Let’s face it, in our industry the celebrity bodyguard doesn’t always get a lot of respect…
Call for EP Trained Volunteers
For the last few years, Black Ice has provided volunteer support for the GI Film Festival here in Washington DC. The festival is next week and we…
Michael Jackson’s Bodyguards latest to tell-all
Michael Jackson's Bodyguards hiding behind a shroud of decency, claiming that their intentions are noble, Michael Jackson's Bodyguards latest to tell-all
Bulgaria to Declare National Bodyguard Day
By Hucky Austin Rodney Dangerfield coined the phrase I get no respect. That’s probably how most of us have felt about the work we do as executive…
2009
Tru TV seeks Female Security Professionals
Do you work in a day-to-day job where you enforce rules, resolve conflict or mediate rowdy folks who don’t always want to hear what you have to say? Are…
Bodyguards in Iraq: Part 2
Vehicle PSD/CP Operations in Iraq By Nathan Seabrook: Part 2 of 4 The war in Iraq created many changes with how private security companies operated and…
Thank You For Sticking With Bodyguard Careers through Technical Difficulties
You may have noticed over the past few days that it has been exceptionally difficult recently to access Bodyguard Careers. You’re not alone; many visitors…
Many Ways to Follow Bodyguard Careers
Hello Everyone, It’s me, Jeff, the lesser known behind the scenes guy for Bodyguard Careers. While Hucky continues to be the face (both literally and…
The Friday Night Quiz
Test your Knowledge: The responsibility for close protection services of the Pope and the Vatican City is left to who? a.) the College of Cardinals. b.)…
The Friday Night Quiz
Test your Knowledge: The Stasi (State Security Department) was set up in which of the former Eastern Bloc Countries? a.) Romania. b.) Poland. c.) East…
Bodyguards in Iraq
Bodyguards in Iraq By Nathan Seabrook: Part 1 of 4 The war in Iraq was both a wake up call and rapid transition of how the nature of CP/PSD operations…
The Friday Night Quiz
Test your Knowledge: When engaged in protection work, you may carry a concealed weapon.? a.) True. b.) False. c.) Depends on jurisdiction. d.) Depends on…
True Bodyguard Stories # 11 The Importance of Language
I was raised in a flat in the east end of London and born to a Lebanese mother and father. I can remember that while growing up my parents refused to…
The Friday Night Quiz
Test your Knowledge: Which military unit was sworn to protect the Roman Emperors? a.) The Lector. b.) The Roman Police Guard. c.) The Praetorian Guard…
The Friday Night Quiz
Test your Knowledge: Who is responsible for the ceremonial Close Protection of the British Royal Family. a.) The Household Cavalry. b.) The Royal Military…
Don’t Believe In Hollywood Fairytales
In the past few years Hollywood media outlets have played a negative role in the portraying of today’s Executive protection specialists that have created…
My Favorite Things List
By Hucky Austin Okay, so I kind of ripped off Oprah’s concept of her favorite things list, but Oprah was not talking about her favorite EP items so I…
True Bodyguard Stories # 10 The Briefcase
Weeks prior to one of the nation’s most popular sporting events, I receive a call requesting my services to work a protection detail for a new client…
Operating in Beirut: Part 3
Operating in Beirut: Part 3 By: Georges Tabet In late February, after three months into the contract, I made the decision to move the current team members…
Japanese Pop Singer Assaulted
Japanese pop sensation Hideki Kaji, a founding member of the critically acclaimed band “Bridge” was assaulted in Stockholm Sweden while shooting a music…
Getting Creative in Beirut
Operating in Beirut: Part 2 By: Georges Tabet Upon my group’s first meeting with our client it became quite obvious that a number of issues needed to be…
Bomb attack kills Afghan MP and four bodyguards
IED attack targets Afghani Government Official and bodyguard team; 4 Dead. The violence in Afghanistan continues. On March 19th, a senior Afghan lawmaker…
Interview with Latonya D. Dupas
A (NEW) PROFESSIONAL SPEAKS Bodyguard Careers is pleased to introduce Latonya D. Dupas. A relative newcomer to the business, Dupas is doing everything…
Operating in Beirut
Operating in Beirut: Part 1 By Georges Tabet Beirut Lebanon was once called the Paris of the Middle East, it was a beautiful city that had culture…
Interviewing Tips Part 2: During The Interview
By Hucky Austin Following are some guidelines to help you succeed as the interview gets underway. + Be sure to sit in the middle part of the chair, rather…
Lohan Bails On Bodyguard
Lindsay Lohan and girlfriend Samantha Ronson’s were recently in the news for their very public Las Vegas fight. But did you know that Lohan left her…
Bodyguard Careers Special Announcements
The author of next week’s Feature Story (TOOLS OF THE TRADE) is someone who will be joining the BodyguardCareers.com staff as an ongoing contributor…
Bodyguard Running For District Judgeship
According to a recent story in the Tribune-Democrat, a resident of Flinton, Minnesota is seeking the position of District Judge covering Hastings…
Phoenix Kidnapping Capital
Residents of Phoenix, Arizona are facing a frightening rise in crimes related to Mexican drug cartels; last year there were 370 cases of kidnapping, and…
Bodyguard Loses His Edge, Loses Client’s Car
In January this year, London’s Princess Beatrice had her I Series BMW stolen from the West End area of the city. The Princess, who is 20, went into a shop…
Don’t Believe Everything You Read
On Tuesday, January 20th in Washington D.C. there was a story reported regarding the singer Usher, who was in town with his wife Tameka Foster for the…
Angelina’s Bodyguard Pens Tell-All Book
Mickey Brett, former bodyguard to Angelina Jolie, is writing a book about his days with the star, including details of the beginnings of her relationship…
2008
Interview with John Sexton
John Sexton has over 20 years of experience in law enforcement and security, both in the United States and abroad. He’s written numerous articles on…
John Mayer and Bodyguard in Fracas With Paparazzi
On Wednesday,November 19th 2008, Musician John Mayer’s bodyguard crossed a line. Mayer was enjoying a night out on the town in Hollywood, dining at The…
Support Bodyguard Careers
Hello Folks. It’s Jeff Again, the lesser known half of Bodyguard Careers. Generally you will only hear from me when it comes to updates to the site and…
Photo of the Week
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Female bodyguards, tell us  your thoughts.
Interview with Jacquieline Davis
Bodyguard Careers interviews Jacquieline Davis, who says she was the first woman to become a bodyguard in the UK. Read her story here.
True Bodyguard Stories # 9 Playing With The Paparazzi
When you work for an extremely popular mega-star, one of the major responsibilities is dealing with the paparazzi. They can be like sharks with cameras…
Interview with Leonard Holifield
Prof. Leonard C. Holifield, CPS, is President and CEO of the International Academy of Executive Protection Agents, LLC. Known as the Harvard of Bodyguard…
Interview with Bruce Alexander
BGC: How did you start working in the Executive Protection field? BA: My background is in the military. I was stationed in Germany. There was a lot of…
Bodyguard Careers Special Announcements
The author of this week’s Feature Story (THE ADVANCE) is someone who will be joining the BodyguardCareers.com staff as an ongoing contributor. Please…
Former Bodyguard to Benazir Bhutto Killed: Was Televised Footage to Blame
Khalid Shahenshah, 45, a longtime loyalist of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), was killed on Tuesday when unidentified gunmen on motorcycles opened fire…
True Bodyguard Stories #8 When In France
This story is a reminder of how working an Executive Protection detail requires the ability to make split-second decisions based on the best information…
Family Claims Bodyguard Victim Of “Excessive Force” By Police
The former bodyguard of Louis Antonelli, a jeweler who was shot on April 29, was himself shot to death Tuesday morning by law enforcement. The deceased…
Elijah Shaw
Elijah Shaw is the President and CEO of Icon Services Corporation. Entering into its 10th year, ICON is a full service, security and investigative agency…
Bodyguard Commits Suicide After Wife Leaves
IN THE NEWS July 4th, 2008 After a series of violent fights, one of the senior bodyguards to the Duchess of Cornwall shot himself. When his wife of 20…
The Price of Going Without Personal Protection
According to the Associated Press, Javon Walker was beaten and left unconscious on a street in Las Vegas. The Oakland Raiders wide receiver had been…
True Bodyguard Stories #7 Nobody’s Thug
Nobody’s Thug Back in the mid-90s, I was working with a partner in Los Angeles. We got the call to work a detail for a wealthy V.I.P. who needed two…
True Bodyguard Stories #6 The Joker
THE JOKER In the 1980s I had a buddy who worked for a Mega Pop-Star. Being on the road for long stretches of time can be fun, but it also can get pretty…
True Bodyguard Stories #5 In the Club
Back in the 1980s, most bodyguard “training” consisted of stints in the military. (ESI is the oldest intelligence-based protection services training…
True Bodyguard Stories #4 Making Friends With the Enemy
In the interest of privacy, I have left out the names of the parties or the organization involved in this story. In the summer of 2006, my partner and I…
2007
True Bodyguard Stories #3 The Mysterious Mr. Larson
This is not a story about glamour and protecting international superstars. This is a true story about a team of bodyguards trying to survive in a tough…
True Bodyguard Stories:2
Conflict in Sierra Leone I have been a bodyguard for over 12 years in Nigeria. My VIPs are usually former Nigerian leaders, however one of the…
True Bodyguard Stories #1 An Incident in Moscow
AN INCIDENT IN MOSCOW While conducting a protective service advance, and subsequently serving as the protective detail’s shift leader while employed by a…
True Bodyguard Stories
Dear Fellow Executive Protection Specialist: I am writing to invite you to submit any interesting “on the job” tales you’d like to share. True Bodyguard…
Working in a Celebrity’s Universe: It Won’t Make YOU a Star
“Celebrity current news” By: Harlan (Hucky) Austin Lots of people want to be bodyguards to famous people. The truth is, Celebrity Details are probably the…
“Twisted Black my Town”
Rapper’s bodyguard caught in Michigan Source: MyWestTexas.com Midland Reporter-Telegram The former bodyguard of one-time Fort Worth rap musician and crack…