US FOREWORD

2022 is here, and surprisingly the world hasn’t ended. Sure there are a host of challenges, from the Covid virus still making the rounds, to a global supply change shortage.

With that said, the one thing inherit in the DNA of most Protectors is the concept of crisis management. Like our military brethren, we adapt, we overcome. One of the foundational principals that allows for that is the act of communication. Having the ability to relay accurate information in a concise, easy to understand (to the recipient) manner, is invaluable. It allows one to bridge the gap from the unknown to the known, and gets everyone on the same sheet of paper as they advance forward.

We here at The Circuit believe that we play a small part in that global supply chain of communication, allowing Protectors from all over the world to engage with likeminded individuals from a variety of disciplines. In one single issue you can learn about the origins of one of America’s oldest Executive Protection Schools, then jump to reviewing concepts and techniques from recognized practitioners in the combatives community. Want to hear what your fellow Protector’s think about hot button topics like illegal drug use amongst clients? You’ll find that in here. How about gain some perspective on working with clients who have disabilities? Also here.

For over a decade now, The Circuit has strived to be cutting edge, and as we kickstart the new year, our plan is to keep our foot on the gas. To accomplish this, we will be doing more of what we’ve been successful at, namely engaging our community by pulling in Subject Matter Experts from all over the globe. Top that off with Season 2 of The Circuit Podcast, and the conversations that occur around the clock on the NABA Protector & BBA-Connect Apps, and we supply a whole ecosystem of content. In fact, I’m pretty sure there’s no way the world is going to end when it has people like our audience to protect it.

Elijah Shaw

Editor