Allied Universal®, a prominent provider of security and facility services globally, has announced an upcoming webinar to be led by Glen Kucera, president of Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services.
Scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 2026, at 2 p.m. Eastern Time, the webinar, titled “Executive Protection in a High-Risk World,” will explore the intricacies of safeguarding executives against threats.
Understanding the implications of executive threats
Kucera emphasized the profound impact of targeted attacks on executives, highlighting how such incidents can extend beyond the individuals, potentially affecting entire organisations, families, and teams. "The repercussions of a single violent incident can resonate across an entire enterprise for years, affecting operations, reputation, legal liability and morale," Kucera stated.
The session will address how threats can rapidly transition to reality and the common shortfall of adequate protective measures within organisations. Drawing on his expertise in executive protection, Kucera will examine the evolution of threats, intelligence gathering by perpetrators, and typical vulnerabilities in current protection programs. He will propose strategies for reducing risk, emphasising the importance of planning, awareness, and layered security strategies that align with how executives conduct their daily activities.
Adapting to diverse environments
A segment of the webinar will focus on the unique challenges posed by travel to various cities and countries
A segment of the webinar will focus on the unique challenges posed by travel to various cities and countries, offering insights on pre-travel communication and destination-specific risk assessment. Participants will gain knowledge on adapting protection strategies to different environments to enhance the safety of executives.
Kucera remarked on the intricate risk landscape faced by today’s executives, noting the importance of being prepared for both planned and opportunistic threats. He stated, “Whether dealing with planned or opportunistic threats, this webinar will provide practical information security professionals, risk managers and executive teams can use today to enhance their executive protection programs and help ensure business continuity.”
Webinar details
- Title: Executive Protection in a High-Risk World
- Presenter: Glen Kucera, president, Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services
- When: Wednesday, May 28, 2026, at 2 p.m. ET
- Duration: 1 hour
- Sponsor: Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services
