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The Florida Executive Protection Buyer's Guide

For family offices, C-suites, celebrities, and their chiefs of staff.

16 pages14 minFor: Family offices, executive assistants, chiefs of staffUpdated 2026-06

Summary

How to evaluate an executive protection vendor for Palm Beach, Miami, and Naples engagements — including advance planning, driver credentials, close-protection team structure, and residence security integration.

Inside the guide

  • Solo agent vs. small team vs. full detail — when each fits
  • Advance work checklist for events, travel, and off-site meetings
  • Driver-agent credentialing (Class G + EVOC + medical)
  • Residence security integration (RST + technology)
  • Discretion, dress code, and social-media hygiene

Table of contents

1. Threat Assessment First

Why a written threat assessment is the only rational starting point.

2. Team Structures

Solo, two-person, and full-detail models with pricing ranges.

3. Advance & Route Planning

The advance workflow Ranger uses for every principal movement.

4. Residence Security Integration

How EP teams integrate with RSTs, estate managers, and technology.

5. Vetting a Vendor

The 12 questions to ask before signing.