The International Association of Personal Protection Agents (I.A.P.P.A) in Canada
July 20, 2009
Chris Menary of The Centre for Security Training and Management has been appointed as the National Director - Canada; of The International Association of Personal Protection Agents (IAPPA). The appointment represents a first for the IAPPA in that the Association has its roots primarily in the United States and United Kingdom. For Personal Protection agents, persons interested in this field of the security industry or Corporations interested in sponsorship; the creation of a regional IAPPA represents a significant opportunity for stakeholders, current professionals and interested individuals within the industry in Canada.
For more information pertaining to the IAPPA in Canada please contact:
Chris Menary,EPS, President,
Centre for Security Training & Management Inc.
www.iappa.eu
National Director of Canada I.A.P.P.A
T 416.750.4747
F 416.750.9207
Toll Free 866.297.0003
History
I.A.P.P.A - The International Association of Personal Protection Agents (formerly known as The I.B.A) is a professional non-profit organization for personal protection agents from all walks of life.
Formed in 1989, I.A.P.P.A is regarded as the only truly international association with members in over thirty countries, including persons involved in the protection of royalty, presidents, state and diplomatic officials, military and government officials, corporate executives, personalities from the entertainment world, and those involved in witness and prisoner protection.The International Association of Personal Protection Agents (I.A.P.P.A) was formed in 1989 by Executive Protection Specialist Mr. Jim King from The United States of America.
Mr. Jim King spent 23 years in the U.S. Armed Forces as a law enforcement specialist, trainer, Criminal Investigator, Counterintelligence Special Agent, and protective service agent before starting the I.B.A – The International Bodyguard Association that later became I.A.P.P.A. Mr. Jim King was an advisor to both the Vietnamese and Korean military in the area of law enforcement, counterterrorism, and dignitary protection.
I.A.P.P.A Membership is offered to professionals all over the world that are involved in close personal protection and other special security services. I.A.P.P.A can offer new members Regular membership, Associate membership and Corporate membership please read more about the different types of membership below.
Regular Membership Information
Regular membership is open to those persons who are working in the protective services field; or who have completed an IAPPA recognized protective service course; sworn law enforcement personnel and active duty or reserve military personnel whose duties may involve personal protection; and persons employed by a security or private investigation firm whose duties may involve personal protection. Membership dues for Regular members is $100 U.S. for the first year and $70 annually...>>
Associate Membership Information
Associate membership is open to anyone interested in the field of protective services who does not meet the criteria for Regular membership; those individuals who wish to support the aims of IAPPA; and writers, researchers or educators in the protective services field. Membership dues for Associate members is $70 U.S. for the first year and $50 annually.
Corporate Membership Information
Corporate membership is open to corporations who wish to provide financial support to IAPPA, while enhancing their own image as concerned corporate citizens. IAPPA sponsors receive a listing in each issue of The IAPPA Advisor, a certificate suitable for framing, and authorization to mention their IAPPA sponsorship in promotions and advertising
What do we do? More than just security training...
I.A.P.P.A is NOT a security agency or a private security services business. We do however offer our expertise and know-how to private, local and state owned security and law enforcement organizations and individuals that need specialized security training in the fields of close personal protection and related services.
We are not a traditional security consultancy, we are a non-profit organization that wants to promote information about the Protective Service Agent (C.P.O, E.P.S) and our main objective is the same as it has been for more than 20 years, we want to help our members in reaching their ultimate goals in regards to a successful career in specialized security services in particular close protection operations.
Our philosophy is that training, education and networking are essential in order to qualify as a professional personal protection agent. As a member of I.A.P.P.A you will be able to become a Certified Close Protection Agent via TIU (The International University) or you can perhaps even begin your distance education as a Executive Protection Specialist. Our organization has developed a new line of Personal Protection Agent courses, seminars and training programs. We are offering some of the most advanced protective training products and concepts for Executive Protection Agents from all over the world.