The International Association of Close Protection Officers

The IACPO was started in 2005 with a vision of gathering professional CPO’s under one big organization, giving members that have been in the business outstanding support and advising any newcomers on how to get the proper education and the right protocols and ethics.

Regardless of training or experience, Country of origin or Operation, the IACPO welcomes anybody involved in CPO work.

From 2006 to now the IACPO has grown to list more than 500 members that range from fully operational to basic CPO’s that is just starting in the business, through our forum, our members is able to build a network that extends around the globe, giving them the extra edge when planning and preparing to go with their clients to new areas of operation, getting local knowledge where needed, and getting tips on available CPO jobs in their own or other areas.

If you feel that you could benefit from a global network of professionals then please come join us, or if you are a private person or company in need of professional CPO’s please go to our CPO request page.