In this episode, Mark Ledlow is joined by Kevin Palacios, a leader in the security industry. They discuss various aspects of security in Mexico and Latin America, focusing on the impact of political changes, drug cartels, and executive protection needs. Kevin shares his unique background, highlighting his work as a university professor before transitioning to executive protection. They also discuss the need for better data-driven decision-making and the integration of AI in security operations. The conversation touches on the differences in executive protection practices between the US and other countries, and the challenges of running a successful security business.
Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Kevin Palacios is recognized as a rising star in the security industry, particularly in Mexico and Latin America.
- Discussions center around the complex security challenges in Latin America, influenced by political and criminal activities.
- Kevin Palacios highlights the need for EP (Executive Protection) to adopt more data-driven decision-making.
- The differences between U.S. and Latin American EP practices are explored, including regulatory and cultural variations.
- Technological advancements, such as AI and data integration, are deemed crucial for the future of EP.
QUOTES
- "Money corrupts, power corrupts."
- "EP needs more data-driven decision making."
- "Business owners are supposed to work on the business, not in the business."
- "AI is the future of EP for sure."
Get to know more about Kevin Palacios through the link below.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachseguridad/
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