Close Protection Mastery: Understanding the Importance of Threat Profiling as a Protector
Keyword(s)
Executive protection
This presentation equips security professionals with advanced skills in client profiling, threat assessment, risk management, and early intervention techniques derived from hostage negotiation principles to fulfill their primary duty of preserving client well-being in high-risk environments.
Tuesday, 10 June 2025 | 12:30-1:30 PM Eastern
Credit
CPE:1.0
Description
Understanding that Close Protection Operators should be familiar with threat management concepts and strategies to elevate their careers and more efficiently protect their clients. The role of a protector goes beyond mere physical presence. This presentation summarizes Monica Duperon Rodriguez's exploration of the critical concept of hostage negotiations threat profiling and the distinctions between "Hunters" and "Howlers" within the threat management field. By delving into these classifications, the presentation highlights the importance of understanding different ways to better understand threat levels and problematic subjects. This assists CPOs to better understand an individual's propensity for violence or disruptive behavior. Through psychological profiling and real-world examples, the presentation offers valuable insights that empower close protection specialists to assess risks, make informed decisions, and ultimately, ensure the safety and well-being of their clients.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
Monica Duperon Rodriguez
Founder and CEO, Aspida77
Monica Duperon Rodriguez is a seasoned security professional with a diverse background in having worked on the Human Trafficking Task Force, Gang Task Force, Undercover Narcotics Detective, DEA Task Force, Field Training Officer, and SWAT Hostage Negotiator. In addition to the specialties listed above Monica was a defensive tactics and driving instructor. Monica has provided executive protection to multiple UHNW families in the US, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia. She has performed protective services throughout the US, Mexico, South America, Europe, and 25 African Countries. Monica has worked with companies such as Koch Industries, National Geographic, LinkedIn, and Nutanix, just to name a few.
Monica is a security leader with over 30 years of experience in corporate security, protective services, private investigations, and law enforcement. She is an expert in the development and execution of security plans and operations designed to minimize liability exposure; while protecting valuable human capital, equipment, resources, and facilities in both civil and government agencies; and national and international forums. She is fully bilingual, in English, and Spanish, and intermediate in French and Italian. Monica’s last role was Sr. Manager of Executive Protection and Global Event Security at LinkedIn Corp. Monica regularly mentors new and seasoned professionals and conducts training seminars for women in protection globally. She further extends her voice and influence through published works in The Circuit Magazine (The magazine of the North American and British Bodyguard Association). Monica is often quoted and written for industry-specific published books on executive protection, women in executive protection, and the psychology of dealing with others while working in executive protection. Monica is the co-author of “Extraordinary Latinas Vol IV” and author of Vast Potential: A Bodyguard’s Journey to Empowerment both to be released in the spring of 2025.
*Note: Speakers and content are subject to change without notice.
Credit Information: Completion of this webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. CPE credits for ASIS-sponsored webinars will be updated in your user profile within 48 hours of completion. Self-reporting of CPE credits is not required.
Executive Protection and any protective services in the security industry. Attendees can expect to gain a deep understanding of the multifaceted role of a protector. They will learn the significance of creating comprehensive client profiles, including confidential information gathering and threat assessment techniques. Through real-world applications and the adaptation of concepts from hostage negotiation, attendees will acquire practical skills to assess risks and develop proactive security strategies. Ultimately, the presentation equips attendees with the tools to recognize early signs of distress or aggression, fostering a safer environment for clients and fulfilling the primary duty of close protection which is preserving the well-being of those under their care.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- By the end of the training, participants will be able to demonstrate active listening, empathetic communication, and rapport-building techniques in conflict resolution scenarios. Participants will practice and refine their communication skills through role-play exercises, allowing them to effectively connect with individuals in high-stress situations.
- Upon completing the course, attendees will be have an understanding in identifying the types of personalities for a proper threat assessment, encompassing physical and human-related risks.
- By the end of the training, participants will have a basic understanding of psychological profiling techniques to analyze subject motivations, triggers, and responses during negotiations. Participants will actively apply psychological profiling methods in simulated negotiation scenarios, tailoring their strategy development.
Monica Duperon Rodriguez
Founder and CEO, Aspida77
Monica Duperon Rodriguez is a seasoned security professional with a diverse background in having worked on the Human Trafficking Task Force, Gang Task Force, Undercover Narcotics Detective, DEA Task Force, Field Training Officer, and SWAT Hostage Negotiator. In addition to the specialties listed above Monica was a defensive tactics and driving instructor. Monica has provided executive protection to multiple UHNW families in the US, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia. She has performed protective services throughout the US, Mexico, South America, Europe, and 25 African Countries. Monica has worked with companies such as Koch Industries, National Geographic, LinkedIn, and Nutanix, just to name a few.
Monica is a security leader with over 30 years of experience in corporate security, protective services, private investigations, and law enforcement. She is an expert in the development and execution of security plans and operations designed to minimize liability exposure; while protecting valuable human capital, equipment, resources, and facilities in both civil and government agencies; and national and international forums. She is fully bilingual, in English, and Spanish, and intermediate in French and Italian. Monica’s last role was Sr. Manager of Executive Protection and Global Event Security at LinkedIn Corp. Monica regularly mentors new and seasoned professionals and conducts training seminars for women in protection globally. She further extends her voice and influence through published works in The Circuit Magazine (The magazine of the North American and British Bodyguard Association). Monica is often quoted and written for industry-specific published books on executive protection, women in executive protection, and the psychology of dealing with others while working in executive protection. Monica is the co-author of “Extraordinary Latinas Vol IV” and author of Vast Potential: A Bodyguard’s Journey to Empowerment both to be released in the spring of 2025.
*Note: Speakers and content are subject to change without notice.
Topic: Risk Management
Credit Information: Completion of this webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. CPE credits for ASIS-sponsored webinars will be updated in your user profile within 48 hours of completion. Self-reporting of CPE credits is not required.