How to Get Hired: Building a Resume, Cover Letter, and Application That Actually Gets You Noticed in Security and Investigations

At Peeler Group International (PGI), we receive dozens of applications weekly from individuals seeking roles in executive protection, threat mitigation, corporate investigations, and other specialized security functions. Yet many of these applicants, often talented and experienced, fail to position themselves in a way that communicates their true value. A missed opportunity isn’t always due [...]

By |2025-08-06T14:16:02-04:00August 6th, 2025|Career & Business, Security Operations, Training|Comments Off on How to Get Hired: Building a Resume, Cover Letter, and Application That Actually Gets You Noticed in Security and Investigations

Short Tenure, Long-Term Risk: What’s Behind Security Leadership Turnover

There’s a quiet pattern in the corporate world that rarely makes headlines—but it’s costing companies far more than they realize. Chief Global Security Officers (CGSOs) don’t tend to stick around. Not because they’re ineffective. Not because they aren’t needed. However, many companies are unsure how to handle them once the urgency subsides. Too often, [...]

By |2025-08-06T08:40:47-04:00August 6th, 2025|Career & Business, Clients, Executive Protection, PGI Services, Security Operations|Comments Off on Short Tenure, Long-Term Risk: What’s Behind Security Leadership Turnover

Leveraging Behavioral Insights to Assess the United Healthcare CEO Case

The Allure of ‘Cool Guy Stuff’: What We Often Overlook In the protection industry, it’s easy to get swept up in the allure of what I like to call the “cool guy stuff”—the tactical maneuvers, advanced gear, and action-packed scenarios. But often, the most critical elements of keeping people safe are the ones that [...]

By |2024-12-18T08:59:23-05:00December 5th, 2024|Career & Business, Clients, Executive Protection, Intelligence, PAAD, PGI Services, Training, Violence|Comments Off on Leveraging Behavioral Insights to Assess the United Healthcare CEO Case

The Impact of Election Years on the Security Industry

Election years are pivotal times for many sectors, including the security industry. As political campaigns ramp up, security professionals face corresponding increases in opportunities and challenges. Understanding these dynamics can help industry players better navigate the complexities of election cycles. Heightened Security Demands During election years, the need for robust security measures escalates significantly. [...]

By |2024-06-24T21:44:20-04:00June 24th, 2024|Career & Business, Government & Political|Comments Off on The Impact of Election Years on the Security Industry

The Benefits of Consolidating Executive Protection Services

In today's rapidly evolving security landscape, ensuring the safety and well-being of executives is a top priority for organizations worldwide. With threats becoming increasingly complex and diverse, adopting a strategic and comprehensive approach to executive protection is essential to maximize security and efficiency. One effective strategy organizations can employ is consolidating executive protection services [...]

By |2024-12-18T09:02:34-05:00March 26th, 2024|Career & Business, Executive Protection, Security Operations|Comments Off on The Benefits of Consolidating Executive Protection Services

The IRS Part 1.132-5

Here is the IRS Part 1.132-5 from the Internal Revenue Code. We recommend you seek proper counsel with a financial tax advisor and a tax attorney for navigating your understanding and how this may apply to you. (Links will bring you to an external website) (m) Employer-provided transportation for security concerns — (1) In general. The amount of a [...]

By |2024-03-07T08:52:50-05:00March 7th, 2024|Career & Business, Regulation, Uncategorized|Comments Off on The IRS Part 1.132-5

Proprietary vs. Contractual Personnel

RESOURCING SECURITY PERSONNEL Choosing between internal security staffing and contractual security personnel requires careful consideration of various factors, including the organization's specific needs, resources, budget, and risk profile. Here are key considerations to help make an informed decision: Assess Security Requirements: Conduct a comprehensive assessment of your organization's security requirements, considering factors such as [...]

By |2024-03-07T08:17:22-05:00March 6th, 2024|Career & Business, Security Operations|Comments Off on Proprietary vs. Contractual Personnel

Deciding Your Leadership Style

As part of an ongoing focus on leadership in the security industry and how we may improve future generations of leaders, I am asking which type of leader you are - a Traditional Leader? or a People Leader? TRADITIONAL LEADERS A traditional leader typically embodies a more conventional or hierarchical approach to leadership, often [...]

By |2024-03-04T16:55:25-05:00March 4th, 2024|Career & Business, Security Operations|Comments Off on Deciding Your Leadership Style

Business Compliance

Like many business owners, I am working through PGI’s insurance renewals for the coming year, and I felt prompted to share some notes. The points I make are essential for the consumers (clients), security agencies, W2, and 1099 employees to be aware of and scrutinize for themselves. Background If you are like [...]

By |2024-01-07T16:48:52-05:00January 7th, 2024|Career & Business, Licensing, Regulation, Security Operations|Comments Off on Business Compliance

Prepare Yourself for Success!

PGI Sponsors Networking Event Peeler Group International has joined other organizations in sponsoring the EP Mixer scheduled for February 16, 2023, in North Palm Beach, Florida. For more location and time information on this event and to register, visit our calendar of events for the links. Be Prepared Do you know [...]

By |2023-01-29T13:13:50-05:00January 29th, 2023|Career & Business, Events|Comments Off on Prepare Yourself for Success!
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