DEFINING THE STANDARD
FOR EXECUTIVE PROTECTION OPERATIONS

Executive Security Operations Conference

About Us

With a Board of Directors (past and present) composed of highly experienced professionals from various sectors of the executive protection field, BEPP benefits from a wealth of knowledge and insight. Our board members come from Fortune 50 executive protection teams, the U.S. Secret Service, U.S. State Department Diplomatic Security Service, business owners, practitioners and professional with specialized skills in areas such as cybersecurity, medicine, and law. This diverse knowledge and experience guides BEPP's strategic direction and ensures that our initiatives are relevant and impactful..

Recognizing the lack of standards and professional development within the executive protection industry the BEPP is and has been taking action to close those gaps. Formed in 2021, our non-profit 501(c)3 organization is also an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited American Standards Developer (ASD), enabling the BEPP to create and promote national standards that enhance the professionalism, safety and effectiveness of executive protection.

Mission Statement

To transform the executive protection industry by raising training standards, improving service quality, and fostering a culture of professionalism, ultimately enhancing safety and security for all stakeholders.

Vision Statement

To professionalize and ensure accountability within the executive protection industry by establishing and upholding rigorous ethics, standards, and competencies that benefit practitioners and all stakeholders.

BEPP Initiatives

BEPP is leading the way in professionalizing the executive protection industry with three key initiatives:

Developing ANSI Standards to set benchmarks for the profession.
Creating and managing a Board Certification program to recognize qualified practitioners.
Hosting an annual conference that brings together leading experts and practitioners in the field.

EP Standard

How Can Executive Protection Standards Help The Industry

Enhanced Professionalism and Credibility
A national standard provides a common benchmark for best practices, procedures, and ethical conduct. This helps to elevate the entire industry by defining what constitutes quality and competence, which in turn boosts credibility among clients, law enforcement, and the public. Adherence to a recognized standard offers a competitive advantage for individuals and firms who meet the criteria.

Risk Mitigation and Accountability
A standard provides clear guidelines for risk assessment, threat mitigation, and operational planning. By following these established procedures, practitioners can reduce risks and liabilities for both themselves and their clients. If a security recommendation based on a standard is denied by a client and an incident occurs, the practitioner has a verifiable basis for their professional advice. It also creates a framework for accountability, making it easier to hold individuals or organizations responsible for poor performance or negligence.

Improved Training and Development
A standard provides a verified, peer-reviewed foundation of knowledge that can be used to create comprehensive training programs. This ensures that practitioners receive consistent, high-quality education and that training schools cover essential topics. The standard also serves as a guide for ongoing professional development, helping practitioners stay current with evolving threats and best practices.

Increased Client Confidence
Clients, who may not be experts in executive protection, can feel more confident when selecting a provider who adheres to an ANSI standard. The standard gives them a clear way to verify that a professional or firm has met a recognized level of competence and demonstrates a commitment to quality and safety.

The Board of Executive Protection Professionals is an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer who is managing body for this Executive Protection Standard development process.

Learn more about the ANSI process and requirements

Future impact an Executive Protection Standards

Stakeholder requirements that Executive Professionals adhere to the standard
Standard implantation into training programs and academia
Creation of Key Performance Indicators based on approved standards
Employment requirement that include training that meets or exceeds approved standards
Insurance coverage requiring organizations follow the approved standards
Special state licensing approval based on approved standards

Get Involved

How Can You Get Involved?

BEPP is building a collaborative standard for the executive protection industry. We welcome participation from all stakeholders, including practitioners, service providers, and related professionals. Join us in shaping the future of executive protection – contribute to the standard and receive recognition for your involvement. Stay updated by joining our mailing list at

Board Certification

Board Cert

BEPP has partnered with Prometric, a global leader in credentialing and skill development with over 30 years of experience. Prometric develops and administers certification exams for renowned organizations such as the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT).

Upon completing the exam with a minimum passing score, an individual would earn their Executive Protection Professional Board Certified designation.

This will be a nationally endorsed Board Certification as opposed to a generic, non-validated certificate of attendance, completion, or training.

Benefits of earning your Board Certification in Executive Protection

Increased client confidence in the expertise of the individual hired to protect them
Assurance that others who achieve the designation have an advanced body of knowledge and experience
Enables organizations to include the designation as a hiring requirement
Expanded career opportunities
Increase potential for positions with higher levels of responsibilities
Enhanced income
Possible reduced general liability insurance premiums
Validated to mentor new individuals joining the Executive Protection industry
Personal satisfaction of achievement

Learn More About the Certification Exam

Executive Security Operations Conference

ESOC

The ESOC is the premier two-day conference where industry leaders, decision-makers, and executive protection professionals participate in insightful educational sessions and cultivate meaningful relationships.

ESOC is committed to setting the standard for executive protection conferences. We achieve this by focusing on four key elements: exceptional content, top-tier speakers, valuable networking opportunities, and a commitment to excellence:

Delivering Engaging Content: Offering presentations led by renowned experts on current and pressing issues facing the industry.
Facilitating Valuable Networking: Featuring networking events that provide opportunities for professionals to connect, exchange ideas, and enhance their visibility.
Providing Valuable Takeaways: Offering attendees professionally printed conference materials and other resources to enhance their knowledge and skills.
Upholding Our Commitment: Adhering to our Pledge of Commitment to ensure attendee and sponsor satisfaction.

Executive Security Operations Conference

Board Members

Meet Our Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is composed of nine Subject Matter Experts who have been carefully selected based on current/previous employment, years of experience, professional certifications, and peer review.