Learn how to leverage your current challenges to drive support for a purpose-built case management solution As a corporate security leader responsible for investigations, your primary objective is to keep your people and assets safe.…
Join us in this episode where Chuck Randolph sits down with Nathan Ackerman, the CEO of Riley Risk Inc., a leading international risk advisory firm. With over two decades of experience in the United States Marine Corps, federal law…
Practical tips for travel logistics, communication protocols, risk mitigation, and more By Chuck Randolph and Fred Burton As the world eagerly anticipates the 2024 Paris Olympics, the event’s grandeur remains a magnet for threats. Like its…
Fred Burton is joined by Jesse Leeds, the Global Head of Security and Crisis Management for Match Group, the parent company of popular dating platforms like Tinder, Hinge, OKCupid, and Plenty of Fish. With a career spanning roles at the…
Protecting high-profile individuals and events as the digital threat landscape evolves This article was originally posted in ASIS Security Management Magazine. The ubiquity of technology companies in daily life today puts them in the…
Discover how his diverse experiences, including deployments to Iraq and working with high-level intelligence agencies, have shaped his strategic approach to security. Whether you’re interested in military operations, emergency response, or…
Chuck Randolph examines the world of risk management and security consulting with Tristan Flannery, the visionary founder of Orbital Risk. Tristan’s remarkable career trajectory has taken him from the rigorous discipline of an Army Ranger…
Why the rise in alternative social media platforms with less moderation and greater anonymity calls for a more proactive approach to threat monitoring. Early versions of social media platforms began emerging in the late 90s and early 2000s…
With insider incidents on the rise, security leaders are taking a proactive approach to help blunt the negative impacts For most organizations, people are their greatest asset. However, employees with access to information, technology, and…
Join Fred Burton for an exhilarating episode featuring Jack Carr, a former Navy SEAL and #1 New York Times bestselling author. With a storied career in Naval Special Warfare, Jack transitioned from an enlisted SEAL sniper to commanding…
How to ensure the safety of corporate assets and personnel amidst increasingly frequent and intense severe weather Due to the increasing severity of destructive weather events — including hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires — improved…
In this episode, Chuck Randolph is joined by two experts in the field of corporate security: Kathy Lavinder and Rachel Briggs. Kathy Lavinder, Founder and Executive Director of Security & Investigative Placement Consultants, LLC., brings…
The increased attention from the C-Suite signals that executives want better alignment between security and the business. Security leaders are seeing enthusiasm, even mounting pressure, from company leaders to upgrade their organizations’…
In this episode of the Women Who Protect series, we are joined by Janina Lincke, Director of the AHNA Resource Center (ARC). With a career that spans the full spectrum of security and protection disciplines, Janina is experienced in…
Why removing technology silos is critical to helping security teams save time, cut costs, and reduce risks. This article was originally published in Security Magazine. Those old enough to remember the software industry in the 1980s might…
Hear from Fred Burton, Ontic’s Executive Director of Protective Intelligence and former special agent, on his experience with aircraft disaster investigations. The May 19, 2024 crash of a Bell helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim…
Scott Gardner, Chief Security Officer at Stripe, joins for an in-depth exploration of the intricate world of corporate security within the fintech space. Scott brings a wealth of experience from his distinguished background, spanning the…
Protectors read books, while travelling, in airports, follow-cars, hotel rooms, or during down time in GSOCs. We especially love a good thriller in our industry, along with thought provoking non-fiction. With that in mind, here are a few…
At a time when the digital landscape is evolving at lightning speed, the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and physical security has never been more critical. With their extensive backgrounds in law enforcement, corporate…
Security teams face an uphill battle in securing a budget. Leaders are now leveraging company culture and employee collaboration to change perceptions of security as a cost center. Securing a budget is a significant challenge for many…
In this thought-provoking episode, Fred Burton is joined by the distinguished author Annie Jacobsen. Jacobsen’s works, including the Pulitzer Prize finalist The Pentagon’s Brain and the New York Times bestsellers Nuclear War, Area 51, and…
This checklist will help you boost the effectiveness of your workplace violence investigations in three categories: The post Investigating Workplace Threats at Manufacturing Companies appeared first on Ontic.
In this episode, Fred Burton interviews Tim Kirkham, Senior Director and Global Head of Investigations and Insider Risk Management at Dell Technologies. With a distinguished career transitioning from over 29 years in law enforcement,…
3 Takeaways Relentless Risk The world seems to be on fire, fueled by the Hamas attack on Israel and the subsequent Israeli Defense Force (IDF) invasion of Gaza. As a result, protests have taken off like wildfire across many college…
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, on this episode, we take a deep and empathetic dive into the often-overlooked aspect of mental health within the security industry. Dr. Marisa Randazzo, Ph.D., sits down with Arian Avila from…
Register to meet with the Ontic Team in Palo Alto and learn about California Senate Bill 553 and how to stay compliant from threat assessment expert Cynthia Marble. During this exclusive event, Cindy will share what the law requires, how…
When looking to mitigate insider risks, security leaders have to remember the potential causes. This article was originally featured in Security Magazine Just a few months ago, many security professionals confessed concern about a…
Fred Burton had the honor of sitting down with Bob Oatman, a well-respected figure in the executive protection industry. Oatman, the president of RL Oatman & Associates, shares his remarkable journey to becoming a major in the criminal…
Our mission at Ontic is to keep people safe and make organizations stronger. We wake up every day thinking about new ways to help security teams be more efficient and effective in doing their important work. A little over two years ago, we…