International Foundation for Protection Officers

The IFPO’s Certification and Mentor Programs: Game Changers

  The IFPO’s Certification and Mentor Programs: Game Changers Curtis R. Blakely, CSSM I am a relative newcomer to the International Association of Protection Officers (IFPO); therefore, I occupy a unique position to make a few comments about our Association as well as its ability to help its members prepare for entry or advancement into/within [...]

By |2020-09-17T06:21:21-04:00September 17th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on The IFPO’s Certification and Mentor Programs: Game Changers

Act now! IFPO discount pass offered for GSX+ security conference

The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) is a longtime partner of the upcoming Global Security Exchange Plus (GSX+), the groundbreaking virtual security conference, which takes place Sept. 21-25. With the conference just days away, the IFPO is offering a complimentary marketplace-only pass (up to $50 value) to GSX+ by using the promo code EV153. [...]

By |2020-09-14T06:29:47-04:00September 14th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Act now! IFPO discount pass offered for GSX+ security conference

IFPO Conversation 004: Sheepdog Protective Services

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVCXjvWjvWY&t=105s   Levi French, Director of Pennsylvania-based Sheepdog Protective Services https://thesheepdog.us/ talks about Sheepdog's formation, how COVID-19 affected his company, use-of-force, security in a quasi-law enforcement capacity and how an individual enters the security industry.   ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Get certified and take your security career to the next level! The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) [...]

By |2020-09-11T09:14:31-04:00September 11th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on IFPO Conversation 004: Sheepdog Protective Services

9/11 Memorial Museum reopens to the public on Sept. 12

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=129&v=SlcYUC8FD_Q&feature=emb_logo   Never forget. The 9/11 Memorial Museum will reopen exclusively for 9/11 family members on the 19th anniversary of 9/11. It will reopen to the public, five days a week, starting on September 12. Family members can now arrange free advance timed tickets to visit the Museum for the 19th anniversary of 9/11 through [...]

By |2020-12-12T06:58:46-05:00September 11th, 2020|News|Comments Off on 9/11 Memorial Museum reopens to the public on Sept. 12

Stay up-to-date with security in the United Kingdom with the IFPO UK’s newsletter

The UK branch of the International Foundation for Protection Officers, led by Mike Hurst, has quickly established itself as a pillar in the security community. One of the many efforts spearheaded by Hurst is the recently-launched IFPO UK newsletter, a publication packed with useful, up-to-date security industry information, including membership offers, news and articles penned [...]

By |2020-09-08T06:51:53-04:00September 8th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Stay up-to-date with security in the United Kingdom with the IFPO UK’s newsletter

Congratulations to the IFPO’s security scholarship winner for August!

Congrats to the IFPO’s monthly scholarship winner for August, Nicholas Lemek of Omaha, Nebraska. Nicholas has chosen to take the Certified in Security Supervision and Management (CSSM). Nicholas is employed by Elite Tactical Security & Protection. To sign up for the Monthly Scholarship for a CPO Program or the CSSM Program, click here! The International [...]

By |2020-09-07T06:58:13-04:00September 7th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Congratulations to the IFPO’s security scholarship winner for August!

Security company hired to patrol Seattle park closed since CHOP

https://www.jaguarsecurityinc.com/ With protests continuing in cities around the country, there appears to be an increased need for security officers to assist in ensuring public and private entities and individuals are safe. In one recent example, Washington-based Jaguar Security Inc. was hired to patrol a Seattle park.   By KING 5 Staff SEATTLE — [...]

By |2020-12-12T06:59:54-05:00September 5th, 2020|News|Comments Off on Security company hired to patrol Seattle park closed since CHOP

Security webinar: Are mercenary companies part of the private security industry?

Image from https://www.freepik.com/ To some, using the term private military company is simply a new term for an old occupation: mercenary. However, some believe they are part of the private security industry. Part of the issue is that there is no agreed upon terminology and many conflate the two. What is the difference [...]

By |2020-09-03T06:36:40-04:00September 3rd, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Security webinar: Are mercenary companies part of the private security industry?

Only a few days left! IFPO August Special: 30% off Certified Protection Officer program!

  IFPO August Special: 30% Off Certified Protection Officer Program (Traditional)! As a complimentary thank-you for being part of the IFPO, we are offering a limited time offer for the month of August and is eligible until 8/31/2020. *** Click here to take advantage of the special ***   ________________________________________________________________________________________________________   Check Out the IFPO [...]

By |2020-08-26T07:08:06-04:00August 26th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Only a few days left! IFPO August Special: 30% off Certified Protection Officer program!

Security officer, sheriff’s deputies provide aid to Florida shooting victims

This is yet another great example of the modern-day security officer as a first responder. The role of the security officer has greatly expanded over the years; a great way to prepare yourself is to pursue a certification from the International Foundation for Protection Officers.   From PrivateOfficerBreakingNews: WEST PALM BEACH FL Aug 24 2020 [...]

By |2020-12-12T07:01:09-05:00August 25th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Security officer, sheriff’s deputies provide aid to Florida shooting victims

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