Ken Smith

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About Ken Smith

A highly motivated physical security and risk mitigation professional with a rich blend of over 25-years of progressive experience in military and international security management. Ken's strengths lie in strategic and tactical risk strategies, program and project management, and crisis leadership.Ken is highly valued for his extensive expertise in providing strategic guidance and developing and implementing comprehensive security procedures and policies in high-risk geographies. Throughout his career, he has consistently proven the ability to successfully understand security risks and threats and to design and implement scalable security operational models.A critical thinker, cited for his solid business acumen, honed cross-functional leadership skills, forging productive relationships, and leveraging bilingual fluency in English and French.Key Areas of Expertise; Physical Security Consulting Crisis Management Asset & Executive Protection Anti-Terrorism Emergency Response Situation Analysis & Risk Mitigation Operational Security Business Continuity Strategic Planning Team Leadership Aviation - Helicopter operational advice Ken lives by the following core values: Compassion Empathy Honesty Reliability Loyalty Commitment Open-mindedness Consistency Ken works hard daily to be the genuine person he is, and takes pride in treating everyone he interacts with, with dignity & respect 🤝. Ken's purpose & mission as an individual and security professional: Empowerment: To empower others & motivate them by setting an example through his own actions & results. Respect: To not judge others, but always try to understand their points of view. Learner mindset: To always learn new things and to encourage others to do the same.