OSINT for Executive Protection: Enhancing Situational Awareness and Threat Prevention

Modern and professional executive protection teams cannot fully carry out their mission without leveraging OSINT and digital research. Whether in a dedicated workshop or broader training format, this topic is increasingly essential for security professionals operating in high-stakes environments.
 

This course introduces protection specialists to the fundamentals of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and demonstrates how these skills can be effectively applied to gain situational awareness and provide operational support. Key learning areas include identifying relevant online information sources, collecting and analyzing critical data, and assessing digital threats. A core component also covers threat management - particularly how to conduct background research on potential offenders.
 

Additionally, the training includes a focused module on awareness and digital risk education. Early prevention requires not only operational readiness, but also proactive efforts to sensitize principals and their families to the risks posed by their digital footprint.

This course is built on over 25 years of my experience in military intelligence, including numerous international deployments, combined with the latest OSINT tools and methodologies that I also teach to law enforcement agencies. I also draw on real-world insights from my time at BMW AG, where I supported executive protection efforts both operationally and strategically. In that role, delivering regular briefings and training sessions for high-profile individuals and their families was part of my daily routine.
 

Whether you're aiming to build a solid foundation in OSINT or looking to strengthen your executive protection capabilities with practical intelligence methods, this training offers a flexible and hands-on approach.