Summary

A family with a seasonal estate in the South of France frequently entertains high-profile guests and hosts private gatherings while balancing a demanding global travel schedule. The family’s movements between Europe, the Middle East, and the United States required seamless coordination of both protective measures and complex logistical arrangements. Privacy, precision, and a consistent standard of service were essential.

Context & Requirements

While the family had established security and travel arrangements, there was no integrated framework connecting residential protection, guest event management, and international travel continuity. Logistics were often handled in isolation from security planning, creating vulnerabilities during transitions between properties and destinations. With direct input from the client, we formulated a smoother process.

Our Approach

Ascot Privé was engaged to design and integrate a comprehensive protective framework covering residential, travel, and event scenarios. Key measures included:

Risk & Vulnerability Assessment — Confidential evaluation of both residences, staff operations, and seasonal activities to identify gaps and exposure points.
Protective Strategy Design — Creation of a tailored strategy combining technology, physical protection, intelligence monitoring, and procedural readiness.
Operational Integration — Discreet staff training in protective awareness, access control, and emergency response.
Event Protection Protocols — Low-visibility close protection and access management for private gatherings and high-profile occasions.
Travel Continuity — Extension of protective coverage and logistical support between the U.S., Europe, and additional destinations.
Vendor & Contractor Oversight — Implementation of strict access protocols and vetting standards for all third parties working across the family’s properties.

Outcome

The program delivered:

Seamless integration of protective and logistical functions to support the residence and family.
Reduced risk during high-visibility movements and gatherings especially with attending VIP's.
A consistent, elevated service standard across residences and destinations.

By combining protective expertise with precise logistical execution, Ascot Privé enabled the family to maintain their lifestyle and travel commitments without compromise to safety, privacy, or efficiency. When hosting events, they were able to move forward with enhanced protocols that offered peace of mind.

Ascot Privé

Our work bridges continents and sectors — blending private office support, risk and protective integration, and strategic advisory for families, principals, and their closest advisors.

From landmark estates in London to mountain retreats in the Alps, Ascot Privé is entrusted by families and multi-national companies around the world to preserve privacy, manage complexity, and deliver solutions where discretion, foresight, and operational excellence meet.

Every engagement — from long-term protective program design to bespoke special projects requiring precise coordination — reflects our dedication to safeguarding clients while enabling their lives to run seamlessly. Our results are not defined by visibility, but by the trust, assurance, and continuity we provide to those we serve.

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Protective Program Development

A family with a seasonal residence on Martha’s Vineyard sought to enhance the property’s protective posture ahead of their summer stay. The home regularly hosts extended family and close friends, with staff operating year-round to maintain the estate. While the location offers natural privacy, the combination of seasonal visitors, local events, and public ferry access presented potential vulnerabilities that required discreet but effective mitigation.

SURINAME