THE ART OF EXECUTIVE PROTECTION
by Robert L. Oatman
The Art of Executive Protection is about a highly specialized form of defensive warfare –modern executive protection. Its foundation rests on the doctrines of Sun Tzu, the ancient Chinese military strategist whose philosophy still rings true. His central maxim is that one must plan secretly, move surreptitiously, and foil the enemy’s intentions, so that the day may be won without shedding a drop of blood. That is the essence of executive protection – the avoidance of conflict through intelligent, proactive thinking. Add to that the demeanor of a quiet, dignified, and capable professional, and you have a description of a modern executive protection practitioner.
But The Art of Executive Protection goes far beyond philosophy. It is a practical work that benefits from the experiences of a highly skilled provider of executive protection services. Robert L. Oatman has written a guide for both executives seeking protection and those who would protect them. Among other topics, the book covers protection choreography, advance security preparations, the hazards of domestic and international travel, workplace violence, threat assessment, and training.
The book also discusses suitable preparation for persons interested in an executive protection career – what it takes to break into the field and succeed. For executives, prominent families, celebrities, and others in need of protection services, this book offers real-world advice about determining the need for protection in the first place and about avoiding the “bodyguard” and finding the protection specialist.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
• Threat Assessment
• The Philosophy of Protection
• Working the Principal
• The Advance
• Automobile Security
• Home and Office Security
• Domestic and International Travel
• Workplace Violence
• Protection Resources
• Training, Job Opportunities, and Finding the Right Person
• Recommended Reading
Robert L. Oatman, CPP is one of the preeminent providers of executive protection in the United States. His firm, R.L. Oatman, Inc., has provided EP risk assessments, consultation, operations, and training around the world since 1989. The firm specializes in developing detailed protection plans for the top executives of Fortune 500 companies, as well as for private families. In addition, the firm operates an EP training school near its headquarters in Towson, Maryland.
Mr. Oatman is the author of Executive Protection: New Solutions For A New Era, The Art of Executive Protection, the EP chapter in the industry standard ASIS Protection of Assets Manual, and numerous articles in Security Management magazine. He is co-author of You’re The Target: Coping With Terror and Crime.
Item No. 846
266 Pages
Hardcover
$30.00