Global Guardian

Today and every day, Global Guardian is thankful for the support and trust of our clients, partners, and colleagues. We wish you and your families a happy Thanksgiving and a safe holiday season.

The Global Guardian team had a great night connecting with clients, peers, and industry and government professionals at the Annual TSF Dinner in Washington, D.C. this week. Events like this underscore the importance of a connected security community in protecting people and operations around the world—and Global Guardian is proud to support The Security Foundation (TSF) and its work in service of the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC).

In our latest edition of "Your Questions Answered," we examine the growing geopolitical tension between the United States and Venezuela and what the recent U.S. actions may signal for the region.   The new FTO designation for the Cartel de los Soles represents a notable shift in U.S. posture toward the Maduro regime. Combined with an expanded military presence and intensified counter-narcotics operations, it raises important questions about how U.S.–Venezuela relations may evolve.   This edition breaks down what the designation means, why it matters, and the potential implications for organizations with exposure in the region. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/g3vcj7Jh  

We had the pleasure of hosting a client reception last night against the backdrop of Washington, DC. Thank you to all our clients who joined us during a busy OSAC Week—being able to spend time together in person is invaluable, and we’re grateful you made space in your schedules to join us.   A special thank you to our panel of speakers—Sheetal Patel, Mark Post, Karl Hopkins, and Chuck Costanza—for sharing their perspectives on today’s geopolitical landscape. Your insights added meaningful depth to the discussion and made the evening especially valuable.

In this edition of "Your Questions Answered," our intelligence team breaks down what’s happening in Mali—and why it matters.   Since September, the Al Qaeda-affiliated group JNIM has enforced a fuel blockade, triggering blackouts, school closures, and prompting Western governments to urge citizens to leave. Beyond the immediate crisis, JNIM is testing strategies to undermine state authority—mirroring tactics seen in Afghanistan and Syria.   The implications for the Sahel—and for businesses operating across West Africa—are significant. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gCUACDrd

“They clearly lay out that the Western hemisphere is now a rising priority for us, and that we’re going to invest these resources to not just put a political message out there, but have that military strength behind it to make sure that all the countries there receive the message that there is a new way forward for the hemisphere.”   Global Guardian VP of Client Risk Management Seth Krummrich joined ABC News to weigh in on the arrival of a United States aircraft carrier in the Caribbean following the strikes on alleged drug smuggling vessels in the region.   In his interview, Seth highlights the strategic significance of this deployment—not only as a demonstration of U.S. strength, but as a real strike capability that signals a shift in how the United States is approaching the region and the illicit drug trade, with implications for regional security across the Western Hemisphere.

Today, on Veterans Day, we pause to recognize the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of those who have served. At Global Guardian, we are proud to count many veterans among our team—individuals whose leadership, resilience, and commitment to service continue to strengthen our mission every day.   In this video, we share a glimpse of some of their stories and the values they bring to our organization. Their experience and perspective remind us that service takes many forms—whether in uniform or in the work we do to protect and support others around the world.   To all who have served, we thank you.

Today, our Global Guardian team gathered at HQ for lunch in recognition of Veterans Day. We’re proud to work alongside so many incredible veterans whose service, leadership, and dedication continue to inspire us every day. Thank you, veterans.

In a recent interview with ITIJ, Seth Krummrich, VP of Client Risk Management at Global Guardian and former U.S. Army Special Operations Green Beret, shares how understanding local perspectives is the key to assessing risk—and why our global network gives clients the advantage when crises strike.   “If you try to assess risk through a Western lens, you’ll misread the signals and put yourself at risk.”   Seth explains how Global Guardian integrates real-time intelligence, local partnerships, and digital platforms to help clients stay ahead of fast-moving threats worldwide. Read the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/gJRScWUq

Global Guardian has acquired Solace Global Risk, a premier U.K.-based travel risk management company, marking a milestone in our ongoing mission to protect people and organizations worldwide with the most trusted and comprehensive risk management solutions.    From Dale Buckner, CEO and President of Global Guardian: “By integrating Solace Global Risk’s industry-leading travel risk management platform with our operational expertise, we are shaping the future of integrated security—where human expertise and technology work seamlessly together to deliver smarter, faster, and more effective protection for our clients.”    Read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gmijEtn6