Chuck Randolph
A seasoned strategic risk leader, combat veteran, security expert, internationally renowned speaker, noted writer, and respected thought leader.
Chuck Randolph is the Chief Security Officer at a leading security intelligence software firm and heads its Center for Thought Leadership. He hosts the Protective Intelligence podcast and the Conversations in Close Protection podcast. Chuck is a noted speaker, writer, and strategist in the security and intelligence field and advocates for veterans.
Chuck has transformed executive protection, event security, crisis management, risk, and threat intelligence into strategic enablers that drive business success. His insights have been pivotal in advancing the security industry.
Previously, Chuck spent 20 years at a Fortune 20 company as its Senior Director for Global Protective Operations and Intelligence and served as the Senior Operations lead for a top international security consulting firm. He has operated in over 56 countries.
The Journey
A retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel with 30 years of service, Chuck has been honored with several military decorations, including one for valor. He holds a B.S. in Political Science and an M.A. in Business and Leadership.
Chuck is a founding member of the Corporate Executive Protection Leadership Council (CEPLC) and the International Protective Security Board (IPSB). He is also a former member of the Association of International Risk Intelligence Professionals (AIRIP) board. He chairs the Sam Houston State Critical Infrastructure Research Forum (CIRF) and actively participates in the U.S. State Department's Overseas Advisory Council (OSAC).
