Celebrity Protection Deep Dive | Anton Kalaydjian

Celebrity protection may be the most iconic form of physical
protection but is it also the most challenging? Today, we’re
taking a deep dive into this often-misrepresented area of
security. We’re going behind the scenes with two of the most
prominent celebrity protection experts to debunk myths and paint
a picture of what it’s like to operate at the highest level in
this field.


On the show this week, Phelim is joined by
Elijah Shaw and guest, Anton
Kalaydjian, CEO and founder of Guardian
Security. By the end of this episode, you’ll be left in
no doubt as to what it takes to be a celebrity protector and
what’s required to carve out a successful career in this
specialized sector.


Join us as we go behind the scenes of celebrity protection and we
discuss:


Is celebrity protection the most challenging form of
protection and why does it get such a rap?

Comparing celebrity protection to the corporate environment,
what are the biggest differences that transitioning agents need
to know?

Is there a problem with agent vetting in the sector and what
are reputable agencies doing to combat this?

Social media has created the ‘Insta-guard’ phenomena. Why is
this so prevalent in Celebrity Protection and is it harmful to
the industry?



In a single line, Anton paints a picture of working this field
that many listeners will relate to…


“Not knowing what tomorrow brings is what I've been doing
my whole career.”


More about Anton:


Anton Kalaydjian has over 25 years of security experience
providing top-rated security for the world elite, executives,
celebrities, and talent across more than 60 countries. Anton
built a 5-division operation from the ground up and drove the
firm to the largest celebrity protection agency in the Eastern
U.S. Guardian Professional Security’s divisions include Executive
Protection, Celebrity Protection, Residential Security,
Commercial Security and Concert/Event Security. Anton is
recognized as one of the top Personal Protection Specialists in
the world, he stays active in speaking engagements, close
protection conferences and security seminars nationwide.


Anton founded Guardian Professional Security in
2005. Since inception the company has reported consistent
increased growth, with each consecutive year surpassing its
prior. It is now a multimillion-dollar security agency with over
350 employees with offices in FL, GA, IL, and CA. Guardian is an
accredited business and has earned a continuous A+ Rating with
the Better Business Bureau every year consecutively since 2010.


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Guardian Professional Security





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