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Brett Correia: CPO to CEO
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In this powerful episode of The Security Guy’d Podcast, we sit down with Brett Correia, a seasoned Close Protection Officer (CPO) turned entrepreneur and now CEO of Klose Protect International (KPI).
Brett shares his extraordinary journey — from growing up in an orphanage to becoming a 4th Dan Black Belt in Karate, to protecting global superstars like Michael Jackson, and eventually founding his own protection company.
🔥 Inside the episode:
- Brett’s early life and how discipline shaped his future
- His Karate background and how martial arts influenced his protection work
- Real stories from the frontlines of celebrity protection and event security
- Why he started KPI and his vision for the next generation of security professionals
This episode is more than security — it's about resilience, discipline, and turning pain into purpose. If you're in the security industry or simply looking for inspiration from someone who’s walked a hard road and came out leading — you need to hear this story.
Stream now and share it with someone who needs a reminder that your past doesn’t define your future.
Should you need the services of a CPO don't hesitate to contact Brett on +27 61 091 8217. Or visit his website on https://kpicapetown.wixstudio.com/klosepi
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Chapters
1. Brett Correia: CPO to CEO (00:00:00)
2. Intro (00:00:01)
3. Who is Brett Correia (00:01:47)
4. How he got started in security (00:02:17)
5. Security in 1992 (00:03:47)
6. First day on the Job (00:05:23)
7. Doing Dept Collection (00:08:03)
8. Why CPO? (00:09:45)
9. Duties as a CPO (00:10:53)
10. Working at PSG (00:15:18)
11. 4th Dan in Karate (00:16:47)
12. The Rise of MMA (00:19:22)
13. Redoing Security Grades at Wise Guy Academy (00:21:25)
14. Next Steps in Security Journey - Firm Industry CP (00:27:19)
15. Growing your Network as a CPO (00:29:12)
16. A day in the Life of a CPO (00:31:45)
17. Becoming a CEO (00:36:38)
18. Restraint of trade in Security (00:43:32)
19. PSIRA Rates are too Low (00:48:50)
20. Undercutting Operators (00:55:38)
21. Advice to future CPO's (00:59:56)
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