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From FBI to Corporate Security: How Kurt McKenzie Stays Ahead of Emerging Threats

From FBI to Corporate Security: How Kurt McKenzie Stays Ahead of Emerging Threats

Update: 2025-02-19
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Kurt McKenzie, Director of Physical Security at a major global tech company and retired FBI Supervisory Special Agent, has spent decades investigating financial crimes, terrorism, and organized crime. Now in the private sector, he applies that experience to help his company detect and mitigate risks. 

Kurt shares how his law enforcement background shapes his approach to corporate security, the biggest threats companies face today, and tips for other professionals looking to improve their security programs.  

Episode highlights: 

  • Why insider threats, “hacktivism,” and espionage are growing concerns for businesses 
  • The current state of business travel and how to prepare traveling employees 
  • Proven strategies to gain leadership and employee buy-in for new initiatives 
  • How to leverage relationships with internal and external networks to share best practices 

This episode of The Employee Safety Podcast is hosted by Sara Pratley, SVP of Global Intelligence at AlertMedia

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From FBI to Corporate Security: How Kurt McKenzie Stays Ahead of Emerging Threats

From FBI to Corporate Security: How Kurt McKenzie Stays Ahead of Emerging Threats