The Ontic Connected Intelligence Podcast

Surprises are never met with open arms in the world of a security professional. Scenarios - both good and bad - are played out over and over again so nothing can catch them off guard. In the words of George Taylor, former Marine Corps Sniper turned global risk consultant, “prevention always beats reaction.” Surprises are never met with open arms in the world of a security professional. Scenarios - both good and bad - are played out over and over again so nothing can catch them off guard. In the words of George Taylor, former Marine Corps Sniper turned global risk consultant, “prevention always beats reaction.” Knowing how to interpret, contextualize and communicate the information around us is crucial to preventing any unwanted surprises; however, oftentimes it’s shared without factoring in who is on the receiving end. As Chief Operating Officer at Exlog Global, George helps clients recognize negative trends earlier so they can mitigate harm to people and assets. He speaks with host Chuck Randolph on the importance of understanding an organization’s culture and risk tolerance before delivering any advice, and why information is not intelligence until it’s communicated effectively — making it both an art and a science.

Straight from the floor of GSX 2022, Don Sortor, Senior Vice President of Global Integrity, Inc, joins host Chuck Randolph to discuss the evolution of open source intelligence. There was a time in the security profession when practitioners were fed intelligence informing them about how to approach (or avoid) a threat. Fast forward a few decades and it’s now evolved into an influx of information where it’s hard to identify what is needed and how to get ahead. More importantly, the ability to manage information to maintain privacy has become one of the most challenging aspects of security. Don and Chuck discuss the rapid changes in managing Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and share the unfortunate implications of turning a blind eye to such an important issue. The shift from actively finding information to preventing information from being discovered has changed the way we conduct business in our day-to-day lives. They discuss how to balance connecting with others online and protecting yourself, your family, and your business. They conclude with Don’s insight on Global Integrity’s latest product and how it’s revolutionizing the privacy industry and how we communicate. Don has 30+ years in the security field. He is a subject matter expert in cyber and physical security having worked in the telecommunications, financial services, manufacturing, and defense industries. He is deeply skilled in managing security programs and bringing products and services to market. He is a Certified Fraud Examiner, a past member of the group of experts to the OECD on cryptography, a former chairman of I-4, and current Vice Chair of the ASIS Intellectual Property Protection Steering Committee and a member of the ASIS Critical Infrastructure Protection Committee. Don is a US Navy veteran.

Thinking beyond tactical day-to-day security operations is a goal we’ve heard time and time again. However, in today’s threat landscape it’s a choice we can’t ignore. Reading changes around the world that occur outside the boundaries of business operations is growing in importance to both corporations and non-government organizations alike. Rodger Baker joins host Fred Burton to discuss the increase in companies incorporating geopolitical analysis into their overall business plan. However, it’s not always placed in the right area and defaults to solely a security concern. He shares why this strategic analysis can’t live alone in one department and understanding the broader landscape before incorporating it internally is crucial. Rodger Baker is the Executive Director of the Stratfor Center for Applied Geopolitics at RANE, a global center of excellence for geopolitical intelligence and analysis. For more than 20 years Rodger has guided the company's analytical process and is one of the world's leading experts on North Korea - having dedicated extended periods of time living and working in and around the Korean peninsula. His core emphasis is the multidisciplinary approach to geopolitics and the evolution of international relations to develop mid- and long-term forecasts to assist companies, governments and other globally engaged organizations make informed decisions.

Straight from the floor of GSX 2022, Jim Bernhardt, Corporate Security Leader at the Nikola Motor Company, joins host Chuck Randolph to discuss the impact of storytelling to demonstrate the value of scenario planning and addressing risk before it becomes a larger issue. Thinking about what could go wrong is innate in nearly every security professional’s mindset — from a visitor passing through monitoring stations unnoticed to a USB drive containing valuable information getting into the wrong hands. However, these same thoughts are rarely shared by the people they protect, and communicating the need to scenario plan and manage risk to the C-suite is no walk in the park. Jim Bernhardt, Corporate Security Leader at the Nikola Motor Company, discusses how to approach this daunting, but critical task with host Chuck Randolph. He shares what guides his risk assessment strategy, and how to use company-wide documentation such as the 10K to educate his team on risk factors and develop metrics to address them, using language that makes sense to business units throughout the company. Jim manages all corporate security operations for Nikola Motor Company, a leading technology and manufacturing organization. He provides protection for company personnel and property by creating, implementing and maintaining security systems, policies, procedures, and practices. He also manages physical security, loss/fraud prevention, crisis/emergency management, business continuity, travel security, incident investigations, event security, and executive protection. Jim began his career as a Company Officer for the U.S. Army.

Ken White has been with the organization for over four years and previously led security operations and security readiness for the Seattle campus and over 80 Expedia Group offices through North, Central, and South America as well as the Caribbean. His experience includes regional threat detection, security system implementation, security budgets, contracts, and staff management.

When you have a retail footprint in nearly 40 countries around the globe, having the same security plan in each region is a straight path to chaos — or worse, harm to employees, customers, or assets. Dan Maloney, Chief Security Officer (CSO) and Senior Vice President of Global Corporate Security with Verizon Communications, knows a thing or two about building a comprehensive (“360”) security plan that is specific to each environment where Verizon operates. He chats with Fred about how he puts his plan into action — from culture, to prioritizing resources in the most pressing environments, to identifying technology gaps and more. He shares how security extends far beyond the physical sides and demands a multi-layer approach with intelligence teams, GSOC, continuity teams, and executive protection — the more people are talking the greater chance you have of getting in front of an unwanted event. They end their discussion by acknowledging the stress that retail environments undergo on a daily basis and tips that his team has found successful to minimize it. Dan Maloney serves as Chief Security Officer and Senior Vice President of Global Corporate Security with Verizon Communications where he oversees 13 departments covering full-spectrum security across the global corporate footprint. He has been with Verizon and its legacy companies since 1997, and he oversees and coordinates global security efforts throughout Verizon and all its business units, including enterprise-wide security strategy and programs, physical security, cybersecurity, legal compliance, and law enforcement matters.

Straight from the floor of GSX 2022, Bryan Flannery, President of Foresight Consulting, LLC and Protective Intelligence Honors recipient, joins host Chuck Randolph to discuss the state of violence and the importance of building a comprehensive program to effectively address it. Bryan and Chuck discuss how protection has evolved far beyond a person standing next to you — it’s about a feeling of confidence that a space and all visitors have been vetted, that there are contingency plans in place for all scenarios, and, most importantly but often overlooked, that all teams are exchanging the information they need to keep people and assets safe. No feeling is more important. Bryan shares the more common gaps he observes in security programs and why identifying the cracks is critical to success — risk will always be there, but it’s the programmatic responses in place (i.e. proper reporting mechanisms) that mitigate it from becoming a company-wide concern. Bryan Flannery is the President of Foresight Security Consulting. His passion to keep people safe leads him to bring a holistic approach to security and safety, garnered over 22 years in the military, law enforcement, and as a consultant for state and federal government agencies, corporate clients, schools, and houses of worship.

Straight from the floor of GSX 2022, podcast hosts Fred Burton and Chuck Randolph share what they’re hearing from booth 3355 as the three-day event kicks off. From threat fatigue in the news to understanding the global threat landscape and how it’s evolved from decades past, they share the most significant challenges corporations face today and lessons learned from their time in the industry. Whether you’re reading this from the event or at home, they encourage listeners to network, learn and ‘understand your blind spots' — because they are always learning something new from guests on the show. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more episodes from our time at GSX 2022.

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Danny was honored as a Thought Leader in the Protective Intelligence Honors — a program that recognizes physical security professionals who have left their mark on and continue to advance the field of protection.

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When a CEO receives a threatening letter it’s rarely just a one-off incident. However, it’s surprising to realize how frequently these notes are tossed in the trash and treated without concern. Will Plummer, Chief Security Officer of RaySecur, knows first-hand how mail is a bellwether to many other security events, and when ignored, can cause very avoidable turmoil for corporate security teams and the people they protect. Will speaks with host Chuck Randolph on the importance of screening procedures in mail rooms and how easily address information can be obtained online and needs to be monitored with the same vigilance — especially in the wake of controversial decisions or lay-offs. For more information, check out Will’s 2021 Annual Mail Security Report containing valuable insights for mail and physical security teams. https://raysecur.com/mail-security-report-2021/ Will is a 25-year veteran of the U.S. Army, where he earned a Bronze Star with Valor as a Master Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician. He commanded multiple Special Operations support units and served as a certified EOD Team Leader and a Master Instructor. Over his military career, he managed thousands of full-spectrum EOD operations and directed VIP security support for the last eight U.S. presidents. As RaySecur's Chief Security Officer, he consults with customers to evaluate and strengthen their mail security strategies. He also leads the RaySecur Professional Services team providing customers with risk assessments, the formation of best practice security procedures, training, and 24/365 threat identification and mitigation support.

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Check out Rising Tiger here: https://bradthor.com/book/rising-tiger/#.YsSo-uzMK3J

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He was recently featured on NPR where he discussed behavioral patterns of people who carry out mass shootings, and commented specifically on the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas.Trigger Points: Inside the Mission to Stop Mass Shootings in America

Mónica also has a weekly show which can be found on Clubhouse (an audio drop app). The show will be expanding the program with pre-recorded segments on LinkedIn in mid-June.Here is the link to their next episode: Women in Protection

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In this interview series, we spotlight leaders recognized in the Protective Intelligence Honors who have had a lasting impact on the security world as we know it. It is our hope that their insights on leadership and the timeless practice of security and protection will inspire you in your own efforts. We all know that actions speak louder than words, but in some industries acting on change is harder than expected. Security is one of those industries; however, John McClurg, BlackBerry’s current Senior Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer, didn’t let that stand in his way. Throughout his career, he has pushed the boundaries of what has always been done to establish programs that complement the interdependency between the cyber and physical security arenas, and was one of the first in the field to recognize the need for the two to converge. Listen to his conversation with Fred as they discuss his career beginning as a Special Agent with the PBI on one of the nation’s first Joint Terrorism Task Forces, to leading several Fortune 500 companies in their efforts to link what happens online with what occurs in front of our eyes every day.

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Dogs have been the greatest security asset since the need for protection was deemed necessary. Having the ability to detect the slightest sounds to something as monumental as identifying an IED beneath the surface, the bark from a dog is one of the most powerful signals for trouble ahead. John Devine is the Founder, Lead Trainer and CEO of Devine K9s, an organization committed to training K9s in a variety of functions — from general obedience to tactical service dog training. In his discussion with Fred, he shares how he first learned of SEAL TEAM service dogs during his time in service, the top three K9 breeds for security, and how he selects and trains dogs before they’re paired with their owner. Just when you thought John couldn’t get more impressive, he rounds out the podcast by sharing information on his charity, Rescue 22 Foundation, which provides fully task-trained service dogs to veterans. John Devine cut his dog training teeth training and deploying with K9s in the SEAL TEAMS. After 10 years as a Navy SEAL, he started his business as a renowned trainer in behavior modification, obedience, scent detection, tactical K9 consulting and service dog training.

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Flexibility has taken on an entirely new meaning for security professionals in the era of COVID-19, but for those in the executive protection space, there are intricacies to the role that have been impacted in ways not even the most skilled practitioner could predict. In this episode, Fred Burton sits down with John Haynes, Senior Director, Protective Intelligence and Operations at Dell Technologies, to discuss the lasting impact that the pandemic has had on his area of expertise — executive protection. He shares the two biggest changes to his role, where technology comes into play (hint: it’s crucial), and where he sees things evolving in the next three to five years. John Haynes has responsibility for the company’s executive protection, protective intelligence and event security programs. Prior to his position with Dell, John served many years with the U.S. Government in various assignments around the world, to include security, protection, threat analysis, counter-intelligence and counter-terrorism.

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