The Ontic Connected Intelligence Podcast

With multiple crises happening around the globe, it’s impossible for organizations to ignore the threat of geopolitics to their business. Security teams are forced to think beyond what’s happening now and consider what’s around the corner. Many understand the duty of care to keep employees safe; however not all realize that this extends to the geopolitical landscape. It is the duty of security lea...

With a knack for problem solving and an unwavering willingness to tackle some of the most challenging and emotionally demanding assignments, success isn't always guaranteed. However, for Katie Hall, these qualities have defined her career as a trusted investigator and executive protection professional. Hall is a retired law enforcement officer with 21 years of experience first working patrol, then...

With a presidential election around the corner, many wonder what level of Secret Service protection is provided to hopeful candidates, when it is an option to receive, and what resources are used. After serving as a senior supervisor on the Secret Service Presidential Protective Division during her 26 year career with the U.S. Secret Service, Cynthia Marble shares what she knows on the topic. Cynt...

As a Special Agent, McKenzie was assigned to several high-profile investigations including the September 11th investigation, and the Amerithrax case. He also successfully investigated numerous Bank, Wire and Health Care fraud as well as Money Laundering cases which exposed critical flaws in banking systems. Key topics of McKenzie’s discussion with host Chuck Randolph include: Why the desire to sol...

Key topics of Lake’s discussion with host Chuck Randolph include: Lessons in risk management Lake has learned that translate between his government and private sector experience. The importance of knowing your business and where security can add value to better support strategy and decision-making. Decision-making in times of crisis and the importance of knowing who has the authority to make certa...

As a fourth generation Chicago Police officer (and first female), Chief Mary Eileen Paradis had the instinct to protect ingrained in her life early on. Despite the complex task of protecting 10,000 employees in a high-crime urban area like Jackson, Mississippi, her unwavering dedication and energy toward her role are just some of the qualities that have propelled her to excel in her career. Key to...

William Villanova knows this all too well, as he has been managing events of this nature for over three decades. He is the President of Frank E. Campbell – The Funeral Chapel in New York City, which has a rich history and is arguably the most well-known funeral home in Manhattan, if not the Nation. He is well known for implementing and promoting the highest standards in funeral service, of which s...

Ryan Schonfeld’s pushback to age-old security processes and refusing to settle for the way it’s always been done has helped him enable security teams to position their department as a business enabler, while protecting people and assets. Key topics of Schonfeld’s discussion with host Chuck Randolph include: Why security teams need to understand the needs of the business and how their work can impa...

Bill Marlow is an internationally recognized authority on Information Security and Risk. As an active participant in critical infrastructure protection on a worldwide basis, he has worked closely with global governments and law enforcement as well as financial institutions, energy corporations, pharmaceutical companies, and insurance companies on issues involving cyber terrorism, security plans, a...

Briggs is a leading expert on security and has advised governments and multinational corporations on security, resilience, terrorism, and responses to extremism. She conducts research, thought leadership, and consulting for corporate clients on security and cybersecurity. She is also an Associate Fellow at Chatham House. She was awarded an OBE by Her Majesty the Queen in 2014 for services to hosta...

Scott Stewart, Vice President of Intelligence at TorchStone Global, shares his expertise on this topic and how his firm provides advice to corporations on how to best protect themselves and their employees in this environment. While not all activity poses a threat, it’s important for companies to be hyper-aware of activity and the measures activists can take. Before joining TorchStone Global as th...

Thor is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of now twenty-three thrillers. He has appeared on FOX News Channel, CNN, MSNBC, and many other media outlets to discuss terrorism and current events. Thor was recruited into the Department of Homeland Security’s “Red Cell” program: an elite group of writers and artists commissioned to brainstorm terrorist scenarios for the U.S. government. Thor retu...

Jack joins host Chuck Randolph to discuss: How his time in the Marines has influenced his leadership style. The evolution in training for crisis response in high-risk environments. How to understand the needs of the customer or protectee and build a strategy around it. The best ways to add value in a crisis (hint: it’s not a knee-jerk reaction). Key takeaways: [12:29] Jack Stradley: The main thing...

Alana Forrest started her 29-year public service career in 1983 at the Palo Alto Police Department and rose through the ranks to Lieutenant. Forrest was promoted to the position of Captain by joining the Los Gatos/Monte Sereno Police Department in 2000 and retired in 2012. She has spent the last 11 years in corporate security and currently leads Global Safety and Security at Intuit. She is a proud...

Greg joins host Fred Burton to discuss: Why the importance of human intelligence prevails all in a technology-dominant business culture. Trends in anti-semitic crimes that Battle Tested Solutions helps address and how Greg separates true threats from the noise of activity in the space. Being prepared for the unexpected events that happen when protecting principals abroad. His biggest lessons learn...

Dr. Wheat joins host Chuck Randolph to discuss: The game-changing role of red teaming in organizations and how, through alternate analysis and critical thinking, to think from the perspective of the attacker. How diverse thinking results in better decisions and aids in the elimination of biases. Where analysts can start when implementing a red teaming strategy. The role of red teaming in helping s...

Dean Baratta has been an intelligence analyst for the majority of his 35 year career and joins the podcast to discuss practical steps for front-line intelligence analysts to communicate risk to their organizations, so that when things happen suddenly, they can maintain their security posture. His expertise spans the military, government, and private sectors. He currently works as the Director of I...

Melissa Muir is the Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development for the City of Shoreline. She is committed to building strategic partnerships between security and HR to reduce threats and strengthen the health and safety of our organizations and has been a leader in the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP) for more than a decade.  Nici McLean is a Regional Director...

Mike has four decades of law enforcement experience. He began his career with the Little Rock Police Department and spent twenty-six years with the U.S. Secret Service. Fifteen years of his career were focused on conducting behavioral threat assessments of those threatening to engage in targeted violence. Mike was also assigned as the Intelligence Liaison to the FBI and CIA Headquarters and was as...

In this episode, you’ll hear from Chief Security Officers, analysts, and legal experts to learn how they’ve navigated this challenge — earning internal buy-in and fostering a sense of trust with stakeholders. To hear more from the guests featured in this special round-up episode, check out their full recordings here: Anticipating Risk on a Global Scale from Salesforce’s Strategic Intelligence Team...

Christine joins Women Who Protect to discuss:  A day in the life of managing incidents, investigations and case management. How she went about establishing a new case management process.  Why she’s passionate about leaning into metrics and reporting to communicate the value of her corporate investigations program to senior leaders. Her previous role as the Co-Case Agent for the U.S. Department of...

Jack is a former Navy SEAL who led special operations teams as a Team Leader, Platoon Commander, Troop Commander, and Task Unit Commander. Over his 20 years in Naval Special Warfare, he transitioned from an enlisted SEAL sniper all the way to commanding a Special Operations Task Unit in the most Iranian-influenced section of southern Iraq throughout the tumultuous drawdown of U.S. Forces. Jack ret...

Peter Evans, CEO of Xtract One Technologies, leads his company around this model, and in his role he is devoted to advancing the physical security technology industry. Xtract is a leading technology-driven threat detection and security solution that uses unobtrusive threat detection systems to enable venues to deliver improved experiences while providing unprecedented safety.   Peter joins host Ch...

Hackman has over 20 years of experience building and managing risk assessment and mitigation programs for the U.S. government and private sector.  Earlier in her career, she worked at the US State Department’s Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC), providing security guidance to the private sector operating overseas;  at the US Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Intelligence & Analysi...

Larry Loftis is the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today , and international bestselling author of the nonfiction spy thrillers THE PRINCESS SPY: The True Story of World War II Spy Aline Griffith, Countess of Romanones; CODE NAME: LISE: The True Story of the Woman Who Became WWII's Most Highly Decorated Spy ; and INTO THE LION'S MOUTH: The True Story of Dusko Popov—World War II Spy, Patr...