Steve Romano is a contributing writer and is one of the leads for ETS Risk Management, Inc. Steve consults with global clients on Crisis Negotiations, Kidnap and Workplace Violence. Romano was the FBI’s Chief Hostage Negotiator and a Vice President of Control Risks.

Our Executive is Missing: Kidnap and Ransom Basics for Security Professionals, Part 3

This is the third of a three-part series to help enterprise protective professionals understand how K&R can be successfully resolved.

Steve Romano

Frank Figliuzzi

November 14, 2018

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It may happen when you are least able to prevent it – when your executive or his family are alone and most vulnerable.

Our Executive is Missing: Kidnap and Ransom Basics for Security Professionals, Part 2

The second of a three-part series to help protective professionals understand how K&R can be successfully resolved.

Steve Romano

Frank Figliuzzi

October 3, 2018

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It may happen when you are least able to prevent it – when your executive or his family are alone and most vulnerable. Learning what to expect in the hours and days after an abduction will help you avoid becoming a bystander at a time when your leadership is most needed.

Our Executive is Missing: Kidnap and Ransom Basics for Security Professionals

The first of a three-part series to help protective professionals understand how K&R can be successfully resolved.

Steve Romano

Frank Figliuzzi

September 13, 2018

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Preparing for the worst is part of every security professional’s repertoire, especially when it comes to planning for failure.

Drones and Surveillance at MetLife Stadium

Unmanned aerial systems pose a legitimate threat to sporting events in America. The devices are not only becoming cheaper and easier to own, but technology has advanced to such a point that virtually anyone — hobbyist or terrorist — can fly one. MetLife Stadium is home of the New York Jets and New York Giants, in addition to numerous entertainment events and concerts each year.

Harness Real-time Public Information to Improve Active Shooter Response

Corporate security teams hope never to respond to an active shooter situation. But given today’s realities, companies spend a great deal of time developing guidelines, holding training sessions, and carrying out drills to ensure that their staff will be prepared in case an active shooter event occurs.

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