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Personal, Executive and Travel Protection

\"\"VIRTUS provides Personal Protection/Executive Security and Driving services to high profile individuals in  Springfield, Mo and the surrounding area. These individuals have the potential for becoming targets of violence internationally and domestically. VIRTUS conducts an evolving threat and risk assessment supported by a 24/7 intelligence center. Our experienced Protection Specialists conduct an initial assessment that sets the underpinning for an inclusive risk analysis. This analysis is supported by using open source and restricted databases to build a risk mitigation plan based on the appropriate threat level, while keeping the client safe and comfortable in their environment. Our services include an advance team that provides liaison, on-site event coordination, vetting of local lodging, restaurants, other sites, resources, route planning and the advance screening of medical facilities and potential safe havens. Armored vehicles are available for higher threat cases as well as K9 explosives detection support.

In today’s world, personal safety and security are legitimate concerns. As a solution to these growing problems, VIRTUS has custom designed services that are strategically developed, planned and implemented by a blend of law enforcement, military and special operations experts to provide peace of mind to our clientele.

Executive protection services mitigate the elevated and ever-changing personal risk of individuals due to their prominence, wealth, occupation, reputation, travel destinations or other factors.

Board-Mandated: In addition to providing peace of mind for prominent individuals and their families, boards often mandate Corporate Executive Protection Services and programs for CEO\’s and other principals in order to exercise duty of care and to safeguard shareholder interests.

VIRTUS provides Executive Protection Services and programs that include close protection, secure travel logistics and related security services to ensure the well-being of the principal wherever and whenever necessary.

VIRTUS realizes in today’s unpredictable corporate and business environments, executives and other high-profile individuals are faced with unparalleled corporate and personal risks requiring a higher level of security planning, organization and management. VIRTUS believes personal protection should not invade your lifestyle. VIRTUS understands the need for commitment, mutual trust and confidentiality when choosing a Personal Protection or Security Firm. At VIRTUS, we have chosen from some of the best and most diverse groups of individuals who offer professional protection, while discreetly minimizing threats in order to maintain our client’s safety.

We try to always place the same Specialist with the same people to the same clients for the next project, we never have to re-invent the wheel. At the end of the day, it’s all about trust. We realize that you must earn it, every minute of every day. We are committed and prepared to work hard to earn your trust.

\”Our Company Is Exemplified Through The Offering Of Discrete Armed Executive Personal Protection Services, While Protecting Our Client’s Anonymity.\”

Our approach to Personal Protection is grounded in the belief that the best protective service is an effective blend of facilitation and security. We have consistently demonstrated that personal protection can be reasonably comfortable and a seamless element of the private or corporate environment. Protective Consulting Services include a full-scale risk assessment and protective program development.  VIRTUS is frequently called upon to supplement a variety of security tasks that exceed the client’s resources or expertise.

Safety And More: The objective of  the VIRTUS Executive Protection Program is threefold: We strive to keep our clients # 1) safe # 2) happy and # 3) productive.

Personalized And Productive: While the personal security of the client is paramount, the VIRTUS approach also emphasizes the importance of establishing conditions for optimal productivity. Wherever the principal’s work or interests might lead them, VIRTUS will provide the Protective Services in a way that respects lifestyles and personal preferences without being intrusive.

Fact-Based: VIRTUS Personal Protection services are based on an assessment of the risks, threats and vulnerabilities facing the client and his or her organization and in some cases, the client’s spouse or immediate family. Our Personal Protection programs are designed to mitigate these risks to an acceptable level in accordance with the client’s wishes, organizational structure and business model.

Soft And Hard Skills: We employ experienced and professional Executive Protection Specialists who know when to step forward and when to step back. Our Specialists and Team Leaders are also highly trained in a wide range of tactical and hard skills including protection, security driving, first aid and surveillance/counter surveillance.

Global Coverage: No matter where you need to go, VIRTUS is ready to lead the way. Our staff in the U.S., work seamlessly with our international network of closely vetted and proven partners around the globe to provide consistent Personal Protection services wherever you do business, or your interests leads you.

Scalable: VIRTUS Personal Protection services scale quickly and efficiently. As your needs evolve, our teams remain very fluid to adapt to any environment or situation. Whether you require assistance on a single trip or require a full-time embedded Personal Protection Team, VIRTUS will customize the range of services to meet current and future client needs and requirements.

Corporate Personal Protection And Executive Protection Program Consulting, Development, Implementation and Staffing

VIRTUS can assist corporations in setting up customized protection programs, then provide Personal Protection Team Leaders and Protection Specialists as needed. VIRTUS can provide both turn key, outsourced protective services, embedded programs that provide management expertise and manpower within the client organization.

Close Protection

Our expert Protection Specialists protect the principal 24/7/365 or as necessary at work, at home and while traveling. Executive Close Protection programs include the option of covert protection, protective surveillance to minimize intrusiveness and deter incidents as far from the principal as possible.

Secure Travel Logistics

With VIRTUS, you rely on us for trained and vetted security drivers and secure vehicles. VIRTUS can plan routes, track travelers and integrate other related services, so principals can work and travel efficiently and safely wherever they go globally.

From workplace violence issues relating to layoffs, terminations and disgruntled employees to dangerous or unstable environments for corporate travelers, VIRTUS has the solutions and the experience to provide professional and reliable protection for Dignitary’s, CEO\’s, Board of Directors and other corporate leaders. Personal protection should never be mistaken for body guarding. Our belief is that the best Executive/Personnel Protection Services are based on advance preparations and planning, timely information, liaison with local authorities and the use of highly trained professionals.

Protection/Security Augmentation Teams 

Security Augmentation Teams are commonly referred to as \”SAT.\” SAT teams are used to supplement existing security teams. These teams are often used to support/supplement security teams for foreign dignitaries, celebrities, government officials, high-profile individuals and corporate security teams. This is commonly done for multiple reasons. The existing teams are often shorthanded, the teams are faced with an active threat, require an increase in capabilities, the existing teams are commonly smaller and don\’t require larger full-time teams. SAT teams are typically security teams from the area in which the existing team is traveling to. However, it is not uncommon for a Protection firm like, VIRTUS to be retained and requested to travel nationwide or even internationally to keep their clients safe while traveling, attending training\’s, national sales meetings or other meetings outside of their normal footprint.

VIRTUS Protection Specialists Advance Teams

Dedicated Advance Teams are designed for clients to whom time represents money. If you need the fastest, most seamless movement possible while incorporating the best available security, then this is the go-to option.

A dedicated VIRTUS Advance Team has prepared the ground ahead of you. They have expedited immigration and customs. The Advance Team has fast tracked movements to the hotel, where check-in has already been completed. The conference center is booked, vehicles rented, communications set up and security posted. All you have to do is show up and focus on the mission at hand.

Behind the scenes, long before you arrive, the VIRTUS Advance team will have discretely visited every venue prior to your arrival. Your dedicated Protection Specialists, who traveled with you, will have already received precise details on layouts, seating and emergency exits. You will never need wonder again which way to the bathroom.

The Advance team will have coordinated with local Police. The Advance Team will ensure you are not troubled and your time is not wasted. The Team will have already de-conflicted with any agencies or departments we might come in contact with. In short, it’s almost as if you never left home, or as near to that as possible. For those who are at the top of their game, where intense focus is required without distraction, this option is absolutely the way to go.

The interesting detail about VIRTUS Advance Teams is that the client rarely gets to meet these meticulous individuals. Once the client arrives at the first secured destination, that is the cue for the Advance Team to depart to the next location. We strive to be one city, one country or one continent ahead of those we serve, so as to never get caught short.

Advance team members are detail driven, meticulous and trained to be, above all things, efficient. These are the ultimate \”make it happen\” individuals who realize that one small mistake can have the client wrestling with administrative details, when he should be concentrating on the task at hand. The lack of focus can cost millions in the conference room. Distracted clients are bad for business and bad for VIRTUS. The Dedicated Advance Team mitigates that risk. It would be fair to state that our Protection Specialists are primarily results driven.

VIRTUS Advance Teams are the only section of the company which is process driven. Process in this case refers to the mission execution checklists they all adhere to with unswerving passion and commitment. They are their own niche clique within a very small niche of professionals. 

Special Operations/Projects 

On occasion, we all wish we had a trusted confidante to undertake some important task that is best handled with discretion. For a wide variety of reasons, high profile or high net worth individuals occasionally are in a position where it makes more sense to deploy a personal envoy.


It could be as simple as making arrangements for delivery and or signing for a substantial purchase for a client, while he or she is away on business.
Other needs might be be family based, where outside publicity is not in the best interests of the client or their family. In other cases, the client cannot be seen to be active or involved in the process.

There are a few are integrally complex situations, where teams may need to be deployed from one country to another or one continent to another. At times there may be one single mission where the stakes are enormous. 

In this vast sea of variables there exists only two constants-

  • The first is the level of professionalism you can expect to receive is extraordinary.
  • The second is the level of confidentiality, which is nothing short of absolute. That is the end of the story.

Special Operations are discussed on a case by case basis with the client in conditions of the utmost discretion.

Evacuation/Rescue Services  

Evacuation services extract people who are at risk due to difficult conditions and transport them safely to a more secure environment. Evacuation services are used to extract people from regions that are unsafe due to civil unrest, war, natural disasters or other factors that make normal travel methods too dangerous or impossible. There are extractions that involve medical emergencies where a clients require immediate evacuation and transport to a medical facility.  Evacuation needs may also stem from environmental or vehicular/recreational equipment accidents, sudden onset of an illness or could be due to any combination of all of the above reasons.

  • Full-Service Evacuations To and From Anywhere
  • Medical and Emergency Evacuation Services
  • Evacuations Due to Natural Disasters or Political Conflicts

VIRTUS Provides The Following Personal Protection Services

  • Personal/Executive Protection
  • Business Travel Protection – Domestic and International
  • Pastoral Protection Services
  • Estate Protection
  • VIP Protection
  • International Security Services
  • Emergency and Humanitarian Logistics
  • Risk and Vulnerability Assessments
  • Armed Security Drivers
  • Red Carpet Events
  • Political Events
  • Stalking and Harassment
  • Threat Assessment
  • Private Events

Today’s threats and behaviors have called for an evolution in how we protect ourselves and loved ones. Situational awareness is now part of our everyday life. There are no second chances to get it right. Initial consultations are always free, please contact us with any questions or requests \" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">