In this episode of the Fearless Mindset Podcast, host Mark Ludlow engages in a deep discussion with Hector Robles, President of First Call in Mexico. The conversation delves into the evolving landscape of crime, exploring shifts in criminal activities such as the rise of human trafficking and changing drug markets. They shed light on the plight of immigrants and the economic and security conditions that force them to leave their home countries. The discussion extends to security policies and tourism, emphasizing the need for ethical practices in the security industry. Additionally, the episode unveils the ongoing efforts to standardize executive protection with organizations like BEEP and ANSI.

Learn about all this and more in this episode of The Fearless Mindset Podcast.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The evolving nature of criminal activities, with a shift from drug trafficking to human trafficking and cybercrime.
• Hector Robles emphasizes the vulnerability of immigrants who often become victims of organized crime when crossing borders.
• The complexities of immigration issues and security concerns in countries like El Salvador and Honduras.
• There's a debate about the effectiveness of certain government policies, such as El Salvador's security measures under President Bukele.
• The presence of international criminal organizations like the Russian and Romanian mafia involved in various illicit activities, including human trafficking and cybercrime.
• It's noted that cybercrime has become a preferred method for criminal organizations due to its profitability and reduced physical risk.
• The need for standardized training and certification in the executive protection industry is discussed, with ANSI (American National Standards Institute) being a potential guiding authority.
• Different organizations, such as ASIS, ATAP, and IFPO, offer various certifications and standards in the field of executive protection.

QUOTES

• "Once we know what we must do, we do what we can do."
• "Ethics, values, good behavior—that's what the industry is about."
• "Imagine back in the nineties, it was even worse with hate crimes."
• "Executive protection is a profitable industry, but not for everyone."
• "ANSI is the American National Standards Institute, similar to ISO but specific to the U.S."

Get to know more about Hector:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hector-robles-conde-0a0b1b64/

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