Who is Empire Protection?
Empire Protection is a leading protection and intelligence firm based in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2017, Empire was born after the founders, Mitesh Shah and Neil Persaud, noticed a gap in the industry: security companies were prioritizing scaling their business over training their security guards, compromising the safety of their clients and guards. Specifically, these security companies offered minimal to no training, while their employees worked in high-risk environments without understanding the threats they faced.
Determined to challenge this norm, Empire’s founders envisioned a boutique security firm that not only met the needs of its clients but prioritized professional training for their team. Our training strikes a balance between hard and soft skills. Today, Empire Protection is a testament to this vision, having established a proven track record for delivering high-quality protection services across Canada. By leveraging a well-trained guard force, backed by innovative security technology, Empire Protection has carved out its share in a saturated and overcrowded market.
Currently, the company operates across three main verticals:
1. Security Guard Services;
2. Executive Protection and Secure Transportation; and
3. Risk Management, Training and Consultancy
Security Guard Services:
Special Event Security is one of the key services offered by Empire Protection. Unlike its competitors who may just want to know how many guards the client requires for the event, Empire does it differently. We ask the questions that most do not: who, what, why, when, and where. We will conduct a complete risk assessment of the event, understanding what the event is, who will be attending it, and what risks/threats it faces. From events with a couple hundred attendees to tens of thousands, Empire’s Management team will work to strike the optimal balance between operational requirements and event safety.
Security personnel at Empire go through in-house training that covers areas such as operational security, tactical communications, incident response, emergency management, and de-escalation. These professionals work seamlessly with event staff and venue management to maintain order and safety during events.
The Special Projects Team caters to events needing a higher degree of sensitivity and offers a premium service level. This team is skilled in social media monitoring, open-source intelligence, protective surveillance, and emergency response, providing comprehensive operational support to both clients and the guard team on the ground.
High Profile Security Services are tailored for sites requiring a strong security presence, such as manufacturing facilities and commercial buildings. Empire Protection takes a unique approach to high-profile guard services by combining physical security measures with remote CCTV monitoring, to ensure the clients’ property is protected 24/7. By integrating mobile guarding, scheduling, and remote CCTV monitoring, they present a hybrid, cost-effective security solution that caters to the needs of each client.
Our Retail Security service addresses the evolving challenges in the retail sector. Empire Protection offers boutique security services that focus on maintaining a visible security presence, engaging proactively with customers, and implementing tailored loss prevention programs to minimize shrinkage. Our deep understanding of the retail landscape and commitment to staying abreast of emerging fraud trends underline our effectiveness in protecting retail clients across Canada.
Mobile Patrol and Alarm Response services offer a tailored and technologically advanced approach to property security. It is a comprehensive solution including external spot-checks and interior patrols, all customized to meet individual client needs. The use of real-time guard tracking and reporting technology ensures complete transparency, keeping clients informed from the moment an alarm is triggered to the resolution of the incident. This approach provides peace of mind and continuous reassurance about the safety of their properties.
Executive Protection:
Recognizing the risks faced by ultra-high-net-worth individuals in today's environment, Empire Protection offers bespoke Executive Protection Services. Our protection specialists are adept in operational security and risk mitigation, tailoring their approach to each client's lifestyle to strike an optimal balance between safety and privacy.
Anyone can provide bodyguard services, but very few understand the risks they face and the threat landscape in which they operate. Empire’s professionals are trained to adapt to various environments, from media events to movie screenings, ensuring the safety of celebrities and corporate executives alike. Our risk assessment starts by taking into consideration both the physical and digital presence of the principal, evaluating the potential threats they may face, and offering wholesome solutions to mitigate the risk. The Empire Executive Protection team comprises individuals with extensive backgrounds in private security, law enforcement, and military, who have specialized and worked in close protection and intelligence training relevant to their operational context.
Additionally, Empire Protection provides Secure Transportation to its clients, ensuring they travel safely and comfortably between locations. Whether they need to attend a business meeting or arrive at the airport, Empire’s drivers will get you to your designated location on time. Secure Transportation seamlessly integrates with executive protection, offering a comprehensive safety solution that includes an Executive Protection specialist.
Risk Management, Training and Consultancy
Empire Protection distinguishes itself in the security services industry with a wealth of over 50 years of combined experience among its team. From delivering Active Shooter Awareness Training to educating your employees on Cyber Hygiene, Empire Protection provides the following services.
- Active Shooter Awareness Training
- Background Checks and Employee Screening
- Cyber Hygiene
- Digital Executive Protection
- Digital Reputation Management
- Open-source Intelligence Training
- Threat, Vulnerability, Risk Assessments
EMPIRE PROTECTION INC. is an acclaimed protection and intelligence firm with a reputation for trained security professionals backed by innovative technology to protect life and property. Our diverse suite of services addresses the multifaceted nature of security and privacy in today’s world, providing peace of mind to clients across various sectors. If you are interested in our services, contact us today.
