Petty theft, pickpocketing, and scams are among the most common threats faced by travelers worldwide. These crimes rarely involve violence; instead, they rely on distraction, opportunity, and the element of surprise in crowded public spaces, tourist areas, public transportation, and busy markets.

Falling ill overseas is a situation even the most prepared professionals can face. Traveler’s diarrhea affects up to 80% of visitors in high-risk areas, while respiratory issues, injuries, and more serious emergencies remain common. This article draws on guidance from the CDC, the U.S. Department of State, and established travel medicine standards. The goal is to support your safety, fulfill your organization's duty of care, and enable efficient recovery.

Choosing to cancel a trip can be a difficult decision, even for experienced travelers. With today’s geopolitical tensions, extreme weather, and rapidly changing health situations, warning signs sometimes emerge slowly and are easy to miss. In this video, we’ll highlight key red flags that travelers often overlook, drawing on information from the U.S. State Department, the CDC, and global risk reports. We’ll also share a simple way to help you decide. Let’s look at when it makes sense to cancel.

As of February 28, 2026, the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran, marked by joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iranian facilities and subsequent Iranian retaliations, continues to create significant uncertainty for global travelers. This has led to widespread aviation disruptions, increased personal security risks, and greater demand for expert travel risk management. In this changing environment, professional services such as those offered by Morton Executive Decisions are especially valuable to organizations and individuals managing high-risk travel.

he ongoing case of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC's Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, highlights how the absence of pre-established protocols can complicate an already critical situation. Nancy disappeared from her home in Catalina Foothills, Arizona, in the early hours of February 1, 2026. Initial concerns over a missed virtual church service soon escalated, revealing forced entry, doorbell camera footage of a masked individual, discarded evidence such as a glove with potential DNA, and a ransom demand involving cryptocurrency.

f you have ever held a security clearance, conducted advance work, managed a GSOC, or served as EP for a Fortune 50 principal, you probably know the frustrating truth: mainstream job platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed are not designed for our specialized field.

In today’s security landscape, decisions are rarely made with perfect information. Whether handling executive protection, global risks, or crisis management, leaders must make quick judgments in the face of ambiguity and pressure. What sets high-performing security leaders apart isn’t access to more intelligence, but the ability to think critically and reduce cognitive bias in the decision-making process.

The assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on December 4, 2024, outside a Hilton hotel in Manhattan was a stark reminder of the increasing dangers faced by corporate leaders and high-profile individuals.

For over 15 years, I've worked as an executive consultant, helping organizations navigate the complexities of global security, intelligence, and travel risk management. I've seen what distinguishes those who excel in high-risk environments like conflict zones, emerging markets, or disaster-prone regions from those who falter.