Our Early Analysis of the Maddison Wisconsin School Shooting

A Personal Message from Bill Peeler Time and time again, I find myself making heartfelt pleas—sharing how we, as individuals and communities, can come together to prevent senseless tragedies like the one that unfolded at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. Each time, I hope the message will resonate, that it will inspire [...]

By |2025-03-03T09:09:56-05:00December 17th, 2024|PAAD, PGI Services, Training|Comments Off on Our Early Analysis of the Maddison Wisconsin School Shooting

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

Do You Understand the Difference? Serial Killers, Aggressors, and the Pathways to Violence

The confusion between serial killers, primal aggressors, and cognitive aggressors often leads to misconceptions about their behaviors, motivations, and psychological states. A recent article, "Ted Bundy Lawyer Reveals What 'Totally Fascinates' Him About Bryan Kohberger Case," from Fox News, highlights this complexity by comparing the infamous serial killer Ted Bundy with Bryan Kohberger, who is accused [...]

By |2024-12-02T12:53:07-05:00December 2nd, 2024|Clients, PAAD, PGI Services, Training, Uncategorized, Violence|Comments Off on Do You Understand the Difference? Serial Killers, Aggressors, and the Pathways to Violence

Prevention vs. Reaction – Active Violence

Active shooter incidents have become a significant concern in the United States, prompting schools and organizations to implement various training programs. Historically, the emphasis has been on response strategies—preparing individuals to react during an incident. However, there is a growing recognition of the need to shift focus toward preventive measures, particularly those grounded in [...]

By |2024-11-16T02:25:48-05:00November 16th, 2024|PAAD, Training, Violence|Comments Off on Prevention vs. Reaction – Active Violence

Coping Skills and Violent Behavior

Understanding the Link Between Lack of Coping Skills and Violence In the realm of psychology and social sciences, the intricate relationship between coping skills and violent behavior is a subject of profound importance. Coping skills, defined as the strategies individuals employ to manage stressors and navigate challenging circumstances, play a pivotal role in determining [...]

By |2024-03-17T12:21:02-04:00March 17th, 2024|PAAD, Training|Comments Off on Coping Skills and Violent Behavior

Effective De-escalation Tips

At times our culture can seem confrontational from all perspectives. How we respond to a situation will dictate our continued course to aggression or the calling of a truce to move in our different directions. A ceasefire does not necessitate an understanding but provides a parting of ways to avoid a harmful confrontation. Like [...]

By |2021-01-02T20:11:22-05:00January 2nd, 2021|PAAD, Synergistic Protection Training|Comments Off on Effective De-escalation Tips
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