BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Guardian Protection Force, Inc., - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Guardian Protection Force, Inc., X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gpfsecuritycorp.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Guardian Protection Force, Inc., REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T110000 DTSTAMP:20260420T005953 CREATED:20251122T195220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251122T203851Z UID:10000014-1770285600-1770289200@gpfsecuritycorp.com SUMMARY:2026 Q1 Guardian Briefing DESCRIPTION:2026 Q1 Guardian Briefing – webinar\nThe State of the Physical Security Industry\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join leaders from Guardian Protection Force for an exclusive\, no cost webinar offering a deep dive into the current landscape of the physical security industry\, with a particular focus on armed security and executive protection. As the threat environment evolves and technology reshapes how we protect\, it is more important than ever for security professionals\, business leaders\, and high net worth individuals to stay ahead. \nWhether you are already in the security space\, part of corporate leadership\, or simply deeply invested in personal protection\, this briefing is designed to provide you with both macro level trends and tactical take aways you can put into practice right away.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In this 60 minute session\, you will:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gain insight into today’s most pressing security challenges\, from workplace violence to executive level threats. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Explore how cutting edge tools\, including AI powered surveillance\, cloud based systems\, and hybrid human technological models are redefining guard services. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Understand the rising regulatory and risk pressures that security firms and their clients face\, including compliance\, reporting\, and resilience expectations. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn actionable strategies to build readiness\, strengthen your protective programs\, and elevate professional growth for your security team. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hear from Guardian Protection Force leaders about the strategic direction of our firm\, and how we are innovating to meet tomorrow’s demands. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Presenters\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Garrett Thomas\, CCP\nFounder and COO\, Guardian Protection Force\n \n \n \n \n \n Garrett Thomas\, CPP is a private security professional. In 2010 Garrett founded Guardian Protection Force with the strategic goal of specializing in executive protection\, utilizing his skills learned in the field from prior employments. He currently serves as President and Founder of Guardian Protection Force Inc.\, an armed security and executive protection company\, specializing in “Comprehensive Security Through Intelligence.” \nGarrett is especially proud of his certification as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). This certification is considered the “Gold Standard” of the Private Security Industry\, globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals and issued by ASIS International. \nGarrett holds bachelors in intelligence with a minor in criminal intelligence from the American Military University\, an accredited and international recognized institution for Global security studies.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ashlee Cervantes Thomas\nChief Executive Officer\, Guardian Protection Force\n \n \n \n \n \n Ashlee Cervantes Thomas is the Chief Executive Officer of Guardian Protection Force with 15+ years of experience leading both the physical and strategic sides of security. An MBA graduate of UC Davis\, Ashlee oversees day-to-day operations\, long-term strategic planning\, and innovation initiatives\, guiding GPF’s teams to deliver high-impact\, standards-driven results. \nShe is also the Founder of Guardian Secure Solutions\, a tech-centric Security Operations Center that has integrated advanced technologies for dozens of private security providers across California. \nRecognized for thought leadership in workplace violence prevention and security consulting for complex environments\, and just named to the Sacramento Business Journal's 2025 "40 Under 40" list\, Ashlee also champions diversity and inclusion in a traditionally male-dominated industry while serving as Vice President of CALSAGA. Her mission is to provide high-caliber\, responsive\, and ethical security solutions that uplift and protect communities across California and beyond.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details & Registration URL:https://gpfsecuritycorp.com/event/q1-guardian-briefing-the-state-of-the-physical-security-industry/ LOCATION:ZOOM Webinar CATEGORIES:Security Best Practices,Guardian Briefing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gpfsecuritycorp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/GPF-EVENT-FEATURED-IMAGE-Q1-GB-STATE-OF-THE-INDUSTRY-WEBINAR-FEATURED.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T005953 CREATED:20251202T043255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T200316Z UID:10000015-1770714000-1770915600@gpfsecuritycorp.com SUMMARY:EP201 | Executive Protection Essentials - Beyond the Basics DESCRIPTION:ON SALE NOW – SAVE 50% – FOR A LIMITED TIME!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Description\n \n \n \n \n \n Get ready to level up your executive protection skills with EP201 – Executive Protection Essentials: Beyond the Basics. Building on the foundation of EP101\, this three day advanced training is designed for security professionals who are ready to refine their expertise and elevate their effectiveness in executive protection operations. \nEP201 goes deeper into the strategies\, techniques\, and real world application of protective operations so you can handle high level security details with confidence and precision. Through a mix of classroom instruction\, scenario based drills\, and practical exercises\, you will sharpen your decision making skills under pressure and strengthen your ability to protect principals in dynamic environments. \nThis is not a beginner course – EP201 is built for professionals with foundational knowledge and experience in executive protection. If you are serious about advancing in the industry and want training that reflects real world expectations\, this course is for you. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Day 1: ( Tuesday – 2/10 )\n1:00 PM – 3:00 PM\nEnhanced Advancement (Advance Work)\n\n3:00 PM – 3:15 PM\nBreak\n  \n3:15 PM – 4:45 PM\nPacking for an Assignment | Supply + Attire checklist\n\nDay 2: ( Wednesday – 2/11 )\n9:00 AM – 11:00PM\nAppearance and Attire (with faulty info and scenario training)\n\n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nRealistic Conversations: How to Get Through Sticky Situations | Maintain Your Cover | Eliciting Responses From Others\nOvert Versus Covert Executive Protection\n\n12:00 PM – 12:30 PM\nLunch – *No need to pack a lunch; it’s on us!\n\n12:30 PM – 2:00 PM\nMulti-Point Itineraries\n\n2:00 PM – 2:45 PM\nMini Driving Drill\n\n2:45 PM – 3:00 PM\nBreak\n\n3:00 PM – 4:30 PM\nLeap Frogging Details\nEP Coms in 2026\n\n4:30 PM – 4:45 PM\nWrap Up & Homework\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Day 3: ( Thursday – 2/12 )\n9:00 AM – 10:30 AM\nMaintaining Timelines & Adjusting Advance Planning (Problem Solving)\n\n\n10:30 AM – 11:00 AM\nInitial Advance Work & Real Life Customer Service Aspects to your Principal: Learning the Client | Client Survey\n\n\n11:00 AM\nDepart for Lunch Event: Dining in Executive Protection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Instructor\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Garrett Thomas\, CCP\nFounder and COO\, Guardian Protection Force\n \n \n \n \n \n Garrett Thomas\, CPP is a private security professional. In 2010 Garrett founded Guardian Protection Force with the strategic goal of specializing in executive protection\, utilizing his skills learned in the field from prior employments. He currently serves as President and Founder of Guardian Protection Force Inc.\, an armed security and executive protection company\, specializing in “Comprehensive Security Through Intelligence.” \nGarrett is especially proud of his certification as a Certified Protection Professional (CPP). This certification is considered the “Gold Standard” of the Private Security Industry\, globally recognized as the standard of excellence for security management professionals and issued by ASIS International. \nGarrett holds bachelors in intelligence with a minor in criminal intelligence from the American Military University\, an accredited and international recognized institution for Global security studies.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dale Seago\nDirector of Intelligence\, Guardian Protection Force\n \n \n \n \n \n Dale Seago has been with Guardian Protection Force for nearly nine years in a variety of roles and is currently its Director of Intelligence. He also is a Dai Shihan or “senior master instructor” in the martial arts of the Bujinkan or “Divine Warrior House” organization based in Chiba Prefecture\, Japan. He has trained in the Bujinkan for over 40 years and still trains in Japan with senior instructors there. \nHe became one of the first 20 Americans to be certified as a Bujinkan instructor in 1989 and currently heads the Bujinkan Yojimbo Dojo (“Yojimbo” 用心棒 is an old Japanese word for a bodyguard or protector)\, which trains weekly in GPF’s headquarters in Rancho Cordova\, California. \nA former military intelligence officer and civilian executive protection agent\, Dale also helps teach GPF’s executive protection agent training courses. In his personal “down time” Dale loves to be out in nature when possible\, and to hang out with his girlfriend and his three cats. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Details & Registration URL:https://gpfsecuritycorp.com/event/ep201-executive-protection-essentials/ LOCATION:Guardian Protection Force Corporate Headquarters\, 11160 Sun Center Dr\, Rancho Cordova\, CA\, 95670\, United States CATEGORIES:Executive Protection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gpfsecuritycorp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/GPF-EVENT-FEATURED-IMAGE-2026-EP201.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR