The GSPG Podcast

?? Congratulations to Our First Giveaway Winner! ?? We’re excited to announce that Glenn Davis has been selected as the winner of our very first GSPG Periodic Giveaway! Glenn will be receiving a personally signed copy of “The Protected” - must-read for professionals in the executive security and protection fields - donated by our first guest Michael (MT) Trott. Our giveaway was conducted using Rafflys, and we’re so grateful to everyone who participated. If you haven’t already, follow the The GSPG Podcast page here on LinkedIn to join our dynamic community and catch future updates and giveaways. A huge thank you to Michael (MT) Trott for his generosity and to all our supporters for driving the success of our podcast. Congratulations once again to Glenn Davis! You can listed to our giveaway annoucenment on the The GSPG Podcast: https://lnkd.in/g6_vTkud #GSPGPodcast #GiveawayWinner #SecurityCommunity #TheProtected #Gratitude

????Announcement: 2025 Update and Our First GSPG Giveaway!???? As we settle into 2025, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible listeners who have supported this Podcast. Thanks to all of you, the podcast currently has more than?9,800 downloads, and we are on track to surpass our?10,000 download milestone?soon! This is a significant achievement, and it’s all because of each of you. This year brings with it some changes to the podcast. Our host, Ronald J., is temporarily stepping away to focus on his recovery journey following two upcoming surgeries. Our team has decided to pause new episode production until his return. With that said, while we take a hiatus from providing new content, we remain committed to connecting with and giving back to this amazing community of security professionals. To show our appreciation, we’re launching a series of periodic giveaways featuring prizes from former guests, sponsors, and supporters of our podcast. Best of all, we are thrilled to announce our first giveaway series! Giveaway #1 Announcement: ???Michael (MT) Trott, our guest from Episode #1 and author of?"The Protected",?has generously contributed a signed copy of his work as the prize for our first giveaway.?His book has received priase from the protective security community and from his former protectee, Central Intelligence Agency Director George Tenet, who stated, "Michael provides invaluable insights and intelligent perspectives into the world of personal protection.” Entry Instructions: 1?? Non-Followers:?Simply follow The GSPG Podcast?page here on LinkedIn. 2?? Current Followers:?Like, share, or comment on this post to be entered. Giveaway Details: ? Our giveaway will run from?today (January 17th) to January 31th. ?? Our winner will be announced on?February 3rd. ?? We will use?Rafflys?to randomly select our giveaway winner. We also want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Michael (MT) Trott for his generosity in making this first giveaway possible. It’s contributions like his that allow us to give back to our community. Stay tuned for future giveaway announcements and thank you for being part of The GSPG Podcast journey. ?? Listen to Ronald J.'s giveaway announcement on The GSPG Podcast: https://lnkd.in/g4-QgFfz. #GSPGPodcast #executiveprotection #Giveaway #bookgiveaway

?? Episode Release?? On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, Ronald J. interviews Threatwise Global LLC founder, Association of Threat Assessment Professionals - Great Lakes Chapter President, and former UnitedHealth Group Global Threat assessment Program Lead Jameson Ritter, CTM, CPP, PSP, PCI. ??Jameson, a seasoned security professional with specialized experience developing security and workplace violence prevention programs, details the recent assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and the significance of Behavioral Threat Assessment in executive protection and corporate security programs. ??Jameson additionally shares his experience volunteering as an Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) Chapter President and the value of this international organization for protection professionals and their violence prevention efforts. The GSPG Podcast is available on Apple podcast, Spotify, Podbean, Audible, and directly on the Global Security & Protection Group website.? This GSPG Podcast episode was recorded on December 13, 2024.

?? Episode Relsease ?? On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, Ronald J. interviews Jared Oakden, CPP, PSP, CC, a corporate security leader, Dad of four, and Regional Security Strategist at Burns & McDonnell Listen in as Jared shares his corporate security journey, passion for security convergence, and core values that guide his leadership style. Jared additionally shares his experience volunteering as an ASIS International Chapter Chair and the value behind the ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP) certification, Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification, and ISC2’s Certification in Cybersecurity for security practitioners. We hope you enjoy listening to our conversation with Jared on this episode of The GSPG Podcast. #securitymanagement #corporatesecurity #physicalsecurity #cybersecurity #securityconvergence #securitycertifications #securityjourney #networking #leadership #mentorship

?? Episode Release?? On this episode of The GSPG Podcast, Ronald J. interviews Whataburger Brand Security Program Manager and Texas Executive Protection Professionals - TEPP founder Michael J Gonzales. Listen in as Michael returns to the program to share all things Texas Executive Protection Professionals, the importance of networking for industry practitioners, and how past TEPP mixers have positively impacted individuals starting or enhancing their executive protection career. The GSPG Podcast is available on Apple podcast, Spotify, Podbean, Audible, and directly on the Global Security & Protection Group website. #podcast #texas #networking #networkingevent #elevateyourcareer

?? Episode Release ?? On this episode,?Global Security & Protection Group's Managing Director Ronald J. is joined by U.S. Army Veteran and?Critical Security Solutions?Founder?Allan Ring. Allan shares his experience protecting the?Secretary of Defense?and other prominent military leaders, his selection as the?Joint Special Operations Command's Director of Security, and eventual transition from public service protection to the private security industry. Allan shares his insights from a recent assignment protecting news crew members at the 2024 Republican and Democratic National Conventions. Allan highlights how mentorship, networking, and training with?Robert Oatman, CPP (Oatman & Associates, Inc.)?and?Joseph LaSorsa, CPP (LaSorsa & Associates)?has positively impacted his professional journey. If you found this episode of The GSPG Podcast?valuable, be sure to like, follow, and share it with others in the executive protection and security management field. You can find us on Spotify, Audible, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Until next time, stay safe!

Our host Ronald J. has been away enjoying his vacation this month. We look forward to resuming our season 3 episode schedule in September. In the meantime, please enjoy our previous episodes featuring Michael (MT) Trott, Aaron Arp, James Hamilton, Carlos Francisco, CPP, CSSP, Bryan Flannery, Michael Guirguis, M.D., Jeffrey C Price, MA, CM, CPP, Sarah Adams, Richard J Aitch, Enrique "Ric" Prado, Perry Carpenter, Kevin Dye, James Cameron, CPP, Gerard Boniello, CPP, PSP, CCAP, Charles "CHUCK" Andrews - MSME, CPP, Adam Bardwell, Chris and Denida Grow, CHRIS POWELL, SAS-MP?, Michael J Gonzales, Travis Lishok, Christopher B., Anthony Reep, Trinity J. Davis, Chris Sargent, Christian Wingfield, Hi Nguyen, Barrie Rice, Justen K., Brian Bixler, CTM , Ana A., Kenneth Valentine, Dr. Mary Beth Wilkas Janke, and Alex Reinshagen. We always enjoy hearing from our listeners! Drop into the comment section to share: 1. Your favorite episode and why. 2. Any impact this podcast has had on your professional career. 2. Who you’d like to see on our guest roster for season 4. Please like, share or leave a review of The GSPG Podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. See y’all in September!!

?? Episode Release ?? On this episode, Global Security & Protection Group’s Managing Director Ronald J. is joined by former Supervisory Special Agent with the U.S. Department of State’s Diplomatic Security Service, current Managing Director at Viking Security Consulting, and book author Alex Reinshagen. Listen as Alex shares his experience protecting U.S. Diplomats around the world, transition from public service to the private security industry, and the release of his recently published memoir, American Diplomat: Surviving on the Frontlines of Diplomacy as a Foreign Service Special Agent. #protectivesecurity #diplomaticsecurity #protectors #bookauthor #memoirs #publicprivatetransition #conversationsthatmatter

Happy 4th of July from our GSPG Podcast team.

?? Episode Release ?? In this episode, we dive deep into the protective security journey of Dr. Mary Beth Wilkas Janke, a former Secret Service agent and protective security practitioner, and author of The Protector who has since transitioned into the field of forensic and clinical psychology. Dr. Janke shares her unique experiences from her upbringing in the Midwest to her time circumnavigating the globe in the protective security space. Discover how her childhood and family dynamics shaped her career, leading her to become a trailblazer in the male-dominated world of executive protection. Listen as Dr. Janke recounts her pivotal moments, including her unexpected transition from the Secret Service to the private sector and how she leveraged her skills to thrive in high-stakes environments. Learn about the mental health challenges faced by protectors and the evolving landscape of mental health support in the industry. Dr. Janke also discusses her current endeavors in mentoring, public speaking, and her innovative approach to building mental resilience through her five-day challenge. This episode is packed with insights, personal anecdotes, and practical advice for anyone in the security and protection field. Join us for an inspiring conversation that highlights the resilience, adaptability, and continuous growth essential for success in both personal and professional life. The GSPG Podcast is available on Apple podcast, Spotify, Podbean, Audible and directly on the Global Security & Protection Group website. #executiveprotection #protectivesecurity #theprotector #securityindustry #secretservice #mentalresilience #storiesinprotection #mentorship #conferences #conversationsthatmatter