Michael Trott

Michael Trott is a respected and accomplished international security and intelligence professional with over 30 years of combined military, CIA, Fortune 100 and private sector experience serving corporations and ultra-high net wealth principals and their families. Traveling and operating in over 90 countries and living abroad for more than a decade of his career, he continues to provide confidential advice and assistance to a diverse group of international clients.

 

The Protected

The Protected is a rare look into the professional realm of Executive Protection from the personal accounts of an international practitioner who has dedicated over 30 years of his life protecting others. It is written for all levels of interest and includes the many operational and human complexities that are encompassed in this global profession. The book breaks down the Who, What, When, Where and perhaps most importantly, the “Why” in the world of Executive Protection.

What others are saying

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    “In The PROTECTED, Mike provides invaluable insights and intelligent perspectives into the world of personal protection.”

    — George Tenet, Former Director
    Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)

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    “A thought-provoking look into the world of protecting VIP's. Trott has done a wonderful job in laying out what you need to think about in putting together a protection team for your family or company. The Protected shines a light on the good and bad of the business.”

    — Fred Burton, New York Times best-selling author, Former Special Agent, U.S. State Department, Diplomatic Security

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    “Enlightening yet straightforward and entertaining, Mike’s manner and style are as unique as his insights and experiences—from his days in the Air Force Security Forces to the CIA and beyond.”

    — Brigadier General Richard A. Coleman, (Ret.)
    Director, Air Force Security Forces

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    “Mike’s insights on those who provide this personal service is revealing and inspiring, which is why the friendship forged between our two special units has lasted for more than 30 years.”

    — Horst Mehlinger, German Special Police, Spezialeinsatzkommando (SEK), Chief Training Instructor (Ret.)

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    “Mike has uniquely blended operational accounts in a way that provides practical lessons, helps reduce misconceptions and improves operational effectiveness and safety.”

    — Jeffrey Miller, former SVP and Chief Security Officer for the NFL and retired Commissioner, Pennsylvania State Police (Ret.)

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    “Mike's detailed and insightful look at cybersecurity makes this a must-read for those in the world of Executive Protection.”

    — Marie O’Neill Sciarrone, former Special Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Senior Director for Cybersecurity and Information Sharing Policy

 Recent Editorials

In the following editorials, Mike shares additional insights and perspectives on a variety of topics. Check back for new additions.

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Preparing Your Mindset For Life and Career Transitions
Preparing Your Mindset For Life and Career Transitions
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Traveling Can Make You a Storyteller – Operator and a Better Person
Traveling Can Make You a Storyteller – Operator and a Better Person

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Does Your Protective Intelligence Program Come Full Circle?
Does Your Protective Intelligence Program Come Full Circle?

Often we may believe that having a protective intelligence program is the key to preventing unthinkable acts of violence. Actually, it’s just the engine that refines all the raw data that goes into your intelligence program. Hopefully, it’s running continuously in the background and allowing you to make important decisions along the way – before it’s too late to make a difference.

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