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SECURITY PROFESSIONALS! Nominate someone for the bi-monthly IFPO scholarship drawing!

The International Foundation for Protection Officers stands for professionalism and education. As part of that commitment, the IFPO has been offering certification scholarship opportunities to receive either a Certified Protection Officer (CPO) Traditional Delivery course or a Certified in Security Supervision & Management Program (CSSM) Traditional Delivery course scholarship. Over the years, IFPO has awarded [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-11-15T05:43:26-05:00November 15th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

IFPO thanks U.S. veterans for their service on Veterans Day

A truly heartfelt thank-you from all of us at the International Foundation for Protection Officers to all of the veterans in the United States on Veterans Day. Facts About Veterans Day: -- The World War I armistice was signed on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month (hence why it [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-11-11T08:42:16-05:00November 11th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

Assessing the competence of security officers: What needs to change?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZVR83n-Lrk Chair: Martin Gill Panellists: Glen Kitteringham – President of Kitteringham Security Group Inc. Joe McDonald – CPP PSP CMAS, IFPO Board of Directors, Research Committee Chair Mario J. Doyle – Chief Operating Officer of Doyle Security Services, Inc. Key points Joe McDonald highlights the findings from the recent IFPO report, and notes that it [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-11-09T06:27:15-05:00November 9th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

IFPO MEMBERS — Healthcare coverage for security professionals now available!

Are you looking for healthcare coverage? First Responders Healthcare is here to help! This IFPO member benefit has something for individuals, groups, part-time employees, even 1099 workers! Schedule your call to learn more today! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGLUWr5cZvY ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Get certified and take your security career to the next level! The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-11-08T05:27:12-05:00November 8th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

IFPO November Special: 15% off one Initial Security Officer Program

IFPO November Special: 15% Off One Initial Security Officer Program (ISOP) As a complimentary thank-you for being part of the IFPO we will be offering our limited time offer for the month of November. This offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or membership pricing. *** ORDER Initial Security Officer Program (ISOP) - $34.00 [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-11-05T06:28:36-04:00November 5th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

Mark Folmer given 2021 ASIS Canada Ron Minion Award, named after IFPO founder

The International Foundation for Protection Officers wishes to congratulate Mark Folmer, CPP, Robotic Assistance Devices President and COO, who was recently named the recipient of the 2021 ASIS Canada Ron Minion Award. “It’s an honor to receive this prestigious award from ASIS Canada,” Folmer said on the RAD website. “I have remained an active [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-11-04T06:28:02-04:00November 4th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

TIME FOR CHANGE? Free webinar on the IFPO’s research project on frontline security

Following the publication of the IFPO report, ‘The Competence of Frontline Security Professionals and What They Say About Their Work’, this webinar will evaluate the process for improving the role of the frontline worker (and the perception if it by others). The webinar will discuss the implications of the findings about the sorts of roles [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-10-26T06:12:42-04:00October 26th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

THIS JUST IN — Results of the groundbreaking IFPO security research project!

NAPLES, Florida, Oct. 22, 2021 -- In what promises to be a groundbreaking study -- the likes of which have not been seen in the security industry in several decades -- the International Foundation for Protection Officers announced the release of the results of its security research project today. The months-long effort, titled "The Competence [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-10-22T06:44:06-04:00October 22nd, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

IFPO remembers former Secretary of State Gen. Colin Powell

Four-Star Gen. Colin Powell , who passed away on Monday, left an indelible mark on American history, serving as Secretary of State from 2001 to 2005, and prior to that as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and National Security Advisor. In times of turmoil, Powell's rock-steady demeanor undoubtedly brought a sense of serenity [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-10-20T06:42:04-04:00October 20th, 2021|Uncategorized|Comments Off

IFPO UK and Ireland’s Director Mike Hurst among 2022 UK OSPAs judges

A big congratulations to Mike Hurst, IFPO UK and Ireland's Director, who was chosen as a 2022 judge for the UK OSPAs! Here's what the Outstanding Security Performance Awards had to say: "The OSPAs would like to say a big thank you to our UK judges for 2022, who have been nominated by our supporting [...]

By Ted Czech|2021-10-19T06:13:52-04:00October 19th, 2021|About IFPO, News|Comments Off

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