You can still get into executive protection even without service or even training. This is what Mike and Mark are going to unpack today in this latest episode of the Fearless Mindset podcast, where they talk about the changing times in EP and how creating your own niche and help you get into the industry. Tune in and get more golden nuggets from Mike, here in the Fearless Mindset podcast! HIGHLIGHTS How to get into the EP Industry Always think of what is unique about yourself Create a niche for ...
Aug 09, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 104
On July 8th, 2022, the world was shocked when Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving Prime Minister was shot dead while delivering a public speech. Many people are wondering how this happened in such a peaceful country. In this episode, Mark Ledlow welcomes Carlo Pacileo, a security consultant who lives in Japan, and they will be discussing what were the possible reasons why the assailant, Tetsuya Yamagami was able to come near Abe and shot him. HIGHLIGHTS Introducing Carlo Pacileo The Prime Minist...
Aug 02, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 103
As The Fearless Mindset Podcast hits over 100 episodes, things go full circle as Mark Ledlow welcomes his first-ever guest in the pod, Michael Trott. Mike, as Mark calls him, is the Head of Security in the Discovery Land Company, and the author of “The Protected”. Mike shares his journey from going through transitions to his biggest takeaways in his career in executive protection, and his fair share of advice to the next generation. A special Agent and Assistant Team Leader - serving on the Dire...
Jul 26, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 102
Simply powerful. This is how we would sum up the conversation between Mark Ledlow and Brandon Adams. Brandon is a co-founder of Rise and Record and a producer of more content, but most of all, a very powerful storyteller. Join Mark and Brandon as they talk about his journey from not getting a spot in Shark Tank to working side by side with the original shark, to being a teller of stories that move people. HIGHLIGHTS Introducing Brandon T. Adams Gearing up for the next level Not in Shark Tank? No...
Jul 19, 2022•27 min•Season 1Ep. 101
ARE YOU READY FOR ROUND 2? It’s the second half of this 2-part series from the Fearless Mindset podcast, and today, Mark Ledlow is back with the fearless Eduardo Jany. Join Ed as he talks about connecting with your spiritual side, applying leadership in the corporate world, and the need for articulation skills. HIGHLIGHTS Connect to your spiritual side Always have a dose of fitness Military leadership in the corporate setup Deal with it right away The biggest risk to face The need for skillful a...
Jul 12, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 100
ARE YOU READY FOR ROUND 1? It’s another 2-part series from the Fearless Mindset podcast, and today, Mark Ledlow will be joined by the fearless Eduardo Jany. Ed is currently the SVP for Global Security and Chief Security Officer at News Corp. Join Ed as he talks about being available 24/7, why you have to hone your soft skills when venturing into EP, and his epic journey to where he is today. HIGHLIGHTS Introducing Eduardo Jany Security is a 24/7 practice The struggle of transitioning You need to...
Jul 05, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 99
It’s Round 2 of this two-part series from the Fearless Mindset podcast. ZACK IS BACK, and he’s about to drop more wisdom bombs in this Fearless Mindset episode as he shares the importance of learning every day from others, losing your ego and always being humble, and doing what it takes to work your way up. HIGHLIGHTS Being a holistic security practitioner Watch others, learn from them Lose your ego, walk with humility Learning every day is the recipe for success Zack's advice to the younger gen...
Jun 28, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 98
No law enforcement or military background, now a Director of Safety and Security for luxury properties. Join Mark Ledlow as he welcomes Zack Moghaddam in another two-part series from the Fearless Mindset podcast. Zack is about to drop some wisdom bombs in this Fearless Mindset episode as he shares his story of becoming a Safety and Security leader who serves, and how he applied a holistic approach to providing safety and security for both clients and workers. HIGHLIGHTS Zack's humble beginnings ...
Jun 21, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 97
It’s Round 2 with Steven Antoine in today’s episode of the Fearless Mindset podcast. Mark Ledlow and Steven are back to talk more about the difference between working in protection in public service and in the private sector. Steve will also be tackling topics such as the struggles in the private sector, who are the people to watch out and learn from, practicality in mitigating risks, and many more! HIGHLIGHTS Challenges of transitioning The biggest struggle in the private sector Pushing through...
Jun 14, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 96
With over 20 years in law enforcement, Steven Antoine definitely has what it takes to run global security operations. In today’s episode of the Fearless Mindset podcast, Mark Ledlow welcomes Steven to talk about the difference between working in protection in public service and in the private sector. Steve will also be tackling topics such as how to break into the industry, the use of data analytics in determining threats, and many more! HIGHLIGHTS The challenges in our current times The differe...
Jun 07, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Mark Ledlow welcomes Mónica Duperon Rodríguez, Sr. Manager for Global Corporate Security and Risk Management (Executive Protection and Solutions) at LinkedIn, for Round 2 in this latest episode of the Fearless Mindset podcast. In this episode, Mónica talks more about Executive Protection and the role of women, how they should be properly treated, and what it means to truly understand what EP really means. HIGHLIGHTS The power of the word to de-escalate The need for women in EP and corporate secu...
May 31, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Mark Ledlow welcomes Mónica Duperon Rodríguez, Sr. Manager for Global Corporate Security and Risk Management (Executive Protection and Solutions) at LinkedIn, in another episode of the Fearless Mindset podcast. This is going to be a unique episode as Mónica shares about the involvement of women in EP and what it takes to be in a corporate EP detail. HIGHLIGHTS Women in executive protection Different approaches for different clients Executive protection differences by location Executive protectio...
May 24, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 93
It’s a whole other level of “serve and protect” with Special Agent John Fisher as he is welcomed by Mark Ledlow in Round 2 of this 2-part series of the Fearless Mindset podcast. John will be sharing the ins and outs of his protection detail and how he enjoys it and is passionate about it despite the challenges he faces day by day. Tune in today and learn more about John Fisher, only here, in the Fearless Mindset podcast. HIGHLIGHTS Advice to younger generations Challenges of the job Advance is k...
May 17, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 92
It’s a whole other level of “serve and protect” with Special Agent John Fisher as he is welcomed by Mark Ledlow in this latest episode of the Fearless Mindset podcast. John will be sharing the ins and outs of his protection detail and how he enjoys it and is passionate about it despite the challenges he faces day by day. Tune in today and learn more about John Fisher, only here, in the Fearless Mindset podcast. HIGHLIGHTS Talking about advances John's background John and his passion for executiv...
May 11, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 91
It’s round 2 for Mark Ledlow and Peter Morton, Principal Security Consultant of Morton Executive Decisions, here in The Fearless Mindset Podcast. In this second part of Peter’s conversation with Mark, he discusses some problems with people who are trying to get involved in the support effort in Ukraine such as romanticizing warfare, conflict of interest, and politics involved. HIGHLIGHTS The problem with romanticized warfare Where you should spend your money to support Responding to the situatio...
May 03, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Mark Ledlow deep dives further into the Ukraine situation as he welcomes Peter Morton, Principal Security Consultant of Morton Executive Decisions, here in The Fearless Mindset Podcast. Pete will be giving us another perspective on the situation in Ukraine based on the intel he has and how he and his team provides support by training and equipping the locals to be more effective in the long run. HIGHLIGHTS Current reports on Ukraine Atrocities in the field Support from Iron Edge Supporting for t...
Apr 26, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Mark Ledlow and Mike H. return in this week’s episode of The Fearless Mindset podcast, to further discuss the untold truth about the situation in Ukraine. Mike is a U.S. military veteran who is currently doing voluntary work in Ukraine doing rescue missions for Ukrainian locals who need help amidst the ongoing Russian attacks. HIGHLIGHTS Mike’s living situation Mike finding new purpose in volunteering Mike on continuing his voluntary work What keeps Mike fearless Faith taking Mike to the right d...
Apr 19, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 88
This week in The Fearless Mindset podcast, Mark Ledlow and Mike H. return to further discuss the untold truth about the situation in Ukraine. Mike is a U.S. military veteran who is currently doing voluntary work in Ukraine doing rescue missions for Ukrainian locals who need help amidst the ongoing Russian attacks. HIGHLIGHTS Mark and Mike’s friendship Mike’s Passion to Help Mike’s First Hand Experience in Ukraine The Mission is Far From Over QUOTES Mike : "Whatever it takes to help others, I'm n...
Apr 12, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 87
HIGHLIGHTS The Kiev Situation The arrival of foreign aids Ukraine being able to fight back Mike’s current conditions Accuracy of mainstream media QUOTES Mike : "There's multiple scenarios that could play out. But right now, you know, it's just a waiting game. Everybody's kind of nervous and just waiting to see what they're gonna do. But this operation is far from over.” Mike : "It's been a long, long month and a half for these people, and you know, I don't see any slack in morale. If anything, t...
Apr 06, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 86
HIGHLIGHTS Operation Hold Fast Growth of Mike’s operation Activities in the operation QUOTES Mike : "We decided to come together and put our own funds together to kind of help support her family. And that kind of turned into a little bit of a larger operation with helping out with their community.” Mike : "There's a lot of big organizations that are doing stuff right now. Area recovery groups, save our allies, a lot of them, you know, they got some really good stuff going on.” To help Michael in...
Mar 28, 2022•7 min•Season 1Ep. 85
HIGHLIGHTS Read for self-development and education Preserving lives always comes first in this industry Go home to your family: There is nothing more important QUOTES Glenn: "Life is very precious. I'm not throwing away anybody's life for any build or anything else. It's not worth it. I don't want to be the one responsible to have to say to a loved one your father or mother or whomever isn't coming home anymore." Glenn: "My greatest accomplishment has nothing to do with the amount of work we did...
Mar 16, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 84
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast a conversation with Glenn W. McLea, Director of Corporate Security Operations at Bridgestone Americas. Working in security has a different focus compared to military service. Glenn shares how customer service has equal priority in protection, especially during peacetime, and it cannot be all about security all the time. He shares how he was during 9/11 and the amazing initiatives they have with BRAVO to help veterans and foster community relati...
Mar 09, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 83
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast is the last part of the conversation with Elijah Shaw, thought leader on executive protection and published co-author of 2 books including Introduction to Executive Protection and An Introduction to Celebrity Protection and Touring . Elijah shares the amazing reach that his book has in educating bodyguards from all over the world on how to protect better and more effectively. He also talks about the actual skills you need to perform close in se...
Mar 01, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 82
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast features Elijah Shaw, thought leader on executive protection and published co-author of 2 books including Introduction to Executive Protection and An Introduction to Celebrity Protection and Touring . Elijah shares the most important lessons he learned in the 30+ years he has been in executive protection, including the importance of developing trust and surrounding yourself with capable people whose strengths prop up your weaknesses. HIGHLIGHTS...
Feb 22, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 81
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast features John Shuman, Founder of Shuman Security Consulting. John draws from his wealth of experience in the Secret Service and as a chief of security at some of the biggest organizations including Target and U.S. Bank. He shares his success tips on how individuals moving from public service to private sector can make it big, including bringing the appropriate mindset and relevant skills to the table. Once in the industry, John stresses that wo...
Feb 18, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 80
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast is the last part of our feature with Tom LeBrun, Owner of Nighthawk Security and author of Hiding in Plain Sight: My Life and Adventures Protecting Celebrities . Tom sheds light on some less talked about aspects of the job, including the fact that your loved ones must be okay with you taking on jobs which could see you out of town for weeks or months at a time. He also provides some insider tips to ace the job, including mastery of airports and...
Feb 08, 2022•51 min•Season 1Ep. 79
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast features Tom LeBrun, Owner of Nighthawk Security and author of Hiding in Plain Sight: My Life and Adventures Protecting Celebrities . Tom has been protecting the world's most famous celebrities for more than 30 years. He shares his wild ride after three decades in the industry, from going around the world with New Kids on the Block and protecting Elton John from stalkers. He imparts golden nuggets of wisdom to younger folks looking to make it b...
Feb 01, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 78
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast features Kristin Lenardson, Vice President for Managed Risk Services at Crisis24. Kristin's experience in both government service and the private sector empowers her with a wealth of knowledge and wisdom. She gives her recommendations to men and women looking to move from their work as police officers or members of the armed forces into the private sector based on her own experiences. It is best to find someone who can guide you in the ins and ...
Jan 25, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 77
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast features Stefanie Drysdale, Vice President of Prescient. Staying safe online is a matter of personal responsibility and digital savvy. Stefanie shares her insights on how you can stay safe and some best practices that you can follow. She also shares how women can take the reins in their careers and the best ways to position in this rapidly changing digital world to set up for success both personally and professionally. HIGHLIGHTS Stefanie's met...
Jan 18, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 76
This week’s episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast is part 2 of the feature with Brian Anderson, SVP of Security and Safety at a bank who previously worked as executive protection (EP) for A-list celebrities like Britney Spears, Johnny Depp, and Eva Longoria. Brian shares how EP is, first and foremost, a job and it's not part of the job to be your client's buddy. There is always a boundary but maintaining trust is always first and foremost. Brian also reveals shady business practices that new E...
Jan 12, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 75
