- Up to 66% of U.S. security chiefs report a significant increase in threats of violence toward company executives
- Nearly seven in 10 (68%) global institutional investors say top executives’ contributions represent 30% or more of the value of the companies they invest in
- Landmark research on physical security gauged opinions of 2,352 global security chiefs with combined revenue exceeding $25 trillion.
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Concern about the safety of senior company leaders has surged, with nearly half (46%) of U.S. based chief security officers (CSOs) reporting that the threat of violence toward executives has increased in the last two years. The threat increases to 49% for publicly traded companies and soars to 66% for technology companies.
More companies in the technology and pharmaceutical sectors than any other are providing senior leaders with executive protection, both at 40% (33% U.S. average) as well as providing executives’ families with protection.
This escalating risk is underscored by global institutional investors, with 97% deeming it important for companies to invest in security for their executives and nearly seven in 10 (68%), saying that the contributions of senior executives represent 30% or more of the value of the companies they invest in.
Misinformation and disinformation are pervasive and can put senior executives at greater risk. Three quarters (75%) of U.S. CSOs say their companies were targeted by a mis/disinformation campaign last year. Technology companies were most affected according to 89%, followed by energy businesses, according to 88% of CSOs.
“In a world of increasing polarization, and when mistruths and untruths can be shared instantaneously, companies and their senior leaders face heightened risks. As a CEO, this impacts me personally and professionally. Now more than ever, personal safety is on my mind and the minds of my loved ones. Professionally, I’ve seen an increase in our customers’ concern for the safety of their employees,” said Steve Jones, Allied Universal global chairman and CEO.
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