TorchStone Global believes that broader situational awareness and intelligence are key to providing quality executive protection—whether the principal is a Fortune 500 CEO, international celebrity, or local city council member. Our monthly executive protection report catalogues incidents we have captured through our open-source searches that are relevant to the practice of executive protection. We hope…
TorchStone Global believes that broader situational awareness and intelligence are key to providing quality executive protection—whether the principal is a Fortune 500 CEO, international celebrity, or local city council member. Our monthly executive protection report catalogues incidents we have captured through our open-source searches that are relevant to the practice of executive protection. We hope…
TorchStone is co-hosting a webinar with Ontic on Thursday, September 24 at 11 am CT where we’ll reflect on the insights derived from three years of Monthly Executive Protection report data and the trends we’ve observed since its launch in May 2023. Register here.
TorchStone Global believes that broader situational awareness and intelligence are key to…
TorchStone Global believes that broader situational awareness and intelligence are key to providing quality executive protection—whether the principal is a Fortune 500 CEO, international celebrity, or local city council member. Our monthly executive protection report catalogues incidents we have captured through our open-source searches that are relevant to the practice of executive protection. We hope…
TorchStone Global believes that broader situational awareness and intelligence are key to providing quality executive protection—whether the principal is a Fortune 500 CEO, international celebrity, or local city council member. Our monthly executive protection report catalogues incidents we have captured through our open-source searches that are relevant to the practice of executive protection. We hope…
TorchStone Global believes that broader situational awareness and intelligence are key to providing quality executive protection—whether the principal is a Fortune 500 CEO, international celebrity, or local city council member. Our monthly executive protection report catalogues incidents we have captured through our open-source searches that are relevant to the practice of executive protection. We hope…
While the United States observes Labor Day in September, many countries—and many U.S.-based activists—recognize May 1 as International Labor Day or “May Day.” This date often sees widespread demonstrations, labor strikes, and activist-led protests. Though typically peaceful, May Day actions can escalate into violence.
As of April 15, 2026, TorchStone is monitoring 63 planned protests on…
Climate extremists’ evolving tactics require deep understanding of motivations so those targeted may engage or mitigate threats effectively.
When faced with street crime, it’s better to part with your possessions than risk injury or death. While many may feel the instinct to “stand up for themselves”, street criminals can act unpredictably. Ideally, people can avoid becoming victims by practicing common sense precautions, but once an attack has begun, the safest course of action…
An updated to our previous post, Dangerous Admirers: How to Protect Public Figures From Harassers As Legal Protections Are in Jeopardy, the U.S. Supreme Court voted 7-2 on June 27 to vacate a Colorado state conviction of a man who sent over 1,000 concerning messages to singer/songwriter Coles Whalen, determining that his speech was protected…
Planning and preparation can help you stay safe in any unfamiliar location. Research extensively, utilize tools such as mapping and crime data, and establish contingency plans before entering an unknown area. Adopt a mindset of awareness and responsibility and remember to prioritize safety over seeking recording an event.
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen is set to meet with the US Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy, during a stopover in Los Angeles on 5-7 April. It is understood the meeting is taking place in the U.S. to avoid a hostile Chinese response like the one that followed Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan last…
