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Security Services USA

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States that ETS is licensed to provide armed security & executive protection services.

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Executive Protection USA

ETS Risk Management is a U.S based company, headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland just outside of Washington D.C.  We specialise in the provision of Event Security, Risk Management and Executive Protection services both throughout The USA and worldwide.

Our security services capability within the U.S.A is comprehensive but our core operating States are Nevada, Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, California, Texas, and New Mexico. We have operations ongoing across The United States with our robust teams of experienced protective specialists. Having provided Executive protection and secure ground transportation on a global scale for over 12 years, we have an industry leading network of operators that we leverage to ensure consistent and legally compliant security services.

ETS’s expertise in global security services, delivers unparalleled protection and complete peace of mind, ensuring clients can navigate any situation with absolute confidence. We are one of the leading providers of both covert and high-risk protection in the United States and a preferred supplier of security services to a number of fortune 50 and fortune 500 companies.

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VIP Protection and Bodyguard Services in America

ETS Risk Management provides its clients with a comprehensive personal security service, throughout all U.S States. We organise protective services for VIPs, celebrities, and high net worth individuals for special events, media appearances,  business meetings, and tourist travel. ETS facilitates everything from high-risk celebrity protection through to Presidential candidate campaigns, operating across the country.

Our team of specialist executive protection personnel and highly trained security officers all stem from federal agencies, military, and law enforcement backgrounds. With many years of experience, we are dedicated to providing our clients with comprehensive coverage, at the very highest of standards.

We have extensive experience supporting the itineraries of A-list groups, bands, celebrities, and VIPs from large scale media events to concerts and tours.

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Event Management and Security Services USA

ETS Risk Management recognizes that in an increasingly uncertain world, there are inherent risks to event staff and partners. A comprehensive security risk management system is needed to prepare, train, and mitigate risk across all stakeholders, in order to deliver a successful event. This is in addition to also meeting duty of care requirements to staff and participants engaged in the project.

The ETS Special events team works closely with clients to meet the delicate balance between effective security that is mindful of optics, and low profile where able. Always aware that security does not drive the event – it adapts and finds solutions commensurate to risk. We help our clients design security plans, and embed specialist staff to work with all stakeholders to deliver a robust security service.

We understand that clients often require high-level security consulting support pre, during, and post the event to work alongside and in support of the whole team.  Working to mitigate, manage, and react to any risk/crisis, as well as triage incidents, always cognizant of potential physical and reputational risk. Our team has worked extensively to coordinate security with large numbers of VIPs and protected persons and their associated support teams, including Heads of State, Celebrities, Elected Officials, and Fortune 500 CEOs. We have extensive past performance in close cooperation with law enforcement, government agencies, and security organizations. ETS establish early and meaningful contact with all agencies who may have a role in the event.

Our core team consists of expert crisis and risk managers with extensive backgrounds in developing high-performing inclusive teams, working with all stakeholders to deliver mutually supporting results. We have dealt with myriad issues and pride ourselves on our controlled risk assessment and dynamic decision-making.

Experience has developed from being involved at every level. From assisting attendees with directions, traffic flow, and first-aid issues all the way through to threat-to-life crisis issues, civil disturbances, and serious incidents. We are team players and all about facilitating client requests, staying dynamic and flexible, working to get to “yes,” and providing viable alternatives in the event of issues.

ETS Risk Management prides itself on attention to detail, finding solutions, clear communication, and coordination of assets. We use our years of extensive and varied experience to design security plans commensurate with risk. Purposefully flexible and able to adapt to undoubted last-minute changes. Our core team all stem from a diverse range of backgrounds, and the personnel that we utilize in all roles represent our ethos of ‘always a little further’ – working to keep people safe and the event successful.

Please don’t hesitate to contact one of our team for more information

The Major Cities Where We Work

Use the interactive map below to learn more about the regions that we operate in. Click on the city to learn more information on our available services.

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Featured Cities ETS Supports

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Las Vegas

New York

San Francisco

Washington DC

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Miami

Seattle

FAQ’s for Secure Travel to United States

Is business travel safe in the USA?2024-08-30T10:45:24-04:00

Yes, business travel is considered to be safe in the USA. However, there is a risk of crime and terrorism similar to many western countries.  It’s important to identify the specific threats within the location you are visiting, as this can change from city to city.  However, most low-level crime such as pickpocketing and theft can happen anywhere in the region.

Can Security be armed in the USA?2024-08-30T10:45:12-04:00

Yes, security teams can be armed but they need to be licensed by the state.  Armed security can typically deploy in roles for executive protection and static security guards.

Can armored vehicles legally be utilized in the USA?2020-09-18T07:23:35-04:00

Yes, and although they are more expensive than a soft-skinned vehicle they can be provided when required.  Armored vehicle are often requested by celebrities, VIPs and High Net-Worth Individuals (HNWI) as an extra layer of protection.

Is there a risk of terrorism in the USA?2024-08-30T10:45:00-04:00

Yes, there is a risk of terrorism both from international terrorist groups to domestic terror groups. Terrorism is an ongoing issue in the USA and despite having good security infrastructure incidents do happen. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provides the public information on possible threats.

Are rideshare services safe in the USA?2024-08-30T10:44:51-04:00

Rideshare services, although cheaper are not the safest option for overland travel.  There are numerous risks to consider before ordering a rideshare in the USA.  Read our article Are Rideshare Services Safe?

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The ETS team push simplification and customer relationship management at every juncture. We have an impressive worldwide network of former colleagues and associates from the global security community. This has supported our client operations since 2012, in over 80 countries and 102 cities.

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