Lessons in the Field
Lessons in the Field is a podcast dedicated to real-world insights from the front lines of security. Each episode unpacks hard-earned lessons, evolving threats, and the mindset required to keep people safe in high-stakes environments. From executive protection and crisis response to personal discipline and team dynamics, this is where protection meets storytelling.
Lessons in the Field
Protecting CEOs & Diplomats Worldwide: Malinda Gilbert’s EP Story | Lessons in the Field #1
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In this episode of Lessons in the Field, we sit down with Malinda Gilbert, a seasoned executive protection specialist whose career has taken her across 15 countries, safeguarding high-net-worth individuals, Fortune 5 executives, and diplomatic delegations. With over nine years of frontline experience, Malinda shares insights from her work in covert operations, high-threat environments, and red-carpet security, all while maintaining an unmatched standard of professionalism and discretion.
From tech campuses to private aviation hubs, and from residential protection to conflict zones, Malinda offers a rare inside look into the mindset and skill set it takes to thrive in this field.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the protection industry or those curious about what it really takes to lead under pressure.