Sanctuary International
Welcome To The Sanctuary
Empowering others in the areas of protection, safety, and security.
Security & Protection
Training & Support
Experience & Expertise
In today’s changing threat-scape, security is of growing concern, even for organizations, individuals, and regions historically free of such challenges. In a world where both humanitarians and businesses alike are increasingly targeted, Sanctuary’s mission is to train and protect those who would go out into the world to make it a better place. Our team is made up of long-time professionals who understand and support the spirit and conviction of those who venture into unknown lands, and we understand the responsibility of equipping and enabling those who would travel into areas of risk.
Meet Jonathan Smith
Jon began his personal protection career over 29 years ago in U.S. Special Operations, conducting undercover investigative assignments and operations through and beyond Desert Storm and around the globe.
Since that time, he has ceaselessly pursued skills and expertise which have enabled him to safely navigate his government, military, and civilian clients through some of the most dangerous locations in the world. Currently at the pinnacle of high-level security, Jon is one of the most skilled professionals in his field.
Meet Jonathan Smith
Jon began his personal protection career over 29 years ago in U.S. Special Operations, conducting undercover investigative assignments and operations through and beyond Desert Storm and around the globe.
Since that time, he has ceaselessly pursued skills and expertise which have enabled him to safely navigate his government, military, and civilian clients through some of the most dangerous locations in the world. Currently at the pinnacle of high-level security, Jon is one of the most skilled professionals in his field.
Services Offered
AST Advanced Security Training
Risk Assessments & Contingency Plans
Family or Corporate Entity Safety & Security Coaching
Professional Development
Protective Services
Speaking & Seminars
Sanctuary Blog
The Image of a Foreigner
Sanctuary staff delivered training in the Philippines What is a foreigner? Is there a single definition? Perhaps not. Today, I'd like to challenge you to consider this concept before you travel. There are many reasons for this, but I would like to break some of them...
A Morning’s Discussion on Boko Haram
This morning, a brief discussion was had with a neighbor who is Nigerian. For one reason or another, the discussion went to politics and the impact of religion on politics in Niger. This man has a PhD and apparently studies the effects of politics at some level or...
Digest 2 – Remove Your Mask
First of all be you! Every training I go to or ever went to; I try very hard to be me, to take off any masks, and put ego aside. Be good at what I’m good at, know what I’m not good at and accept that there is always room for improvement on both. As a former Special...
The Image of a Foreigner
Sanctuary staff delivered training in the Philippines What is a foreigner? Is there a single definition? Perhaps not. Today, I'd like to challenge you to consider this concept before you travel. There are many reasons for this, but I would like to break some of them...
A Morning’s Discussion on Boko Haram
This morning, a brief discussion was had with a neighbor who is Nigerian. For one reason or another, the discussion went to politics and the impact of religion on politics in Niger. This man has a PhD and apparently studies the effects of politics at some level or...
Digest 2 – Remove Your Mask
First of all be you! Every training I go to or ever went to; I try very hard to be me, to take off any masks, and put ego aside. Be good at what I’m good at, know what I’m not good at and accept that there is always room for improvement on both. As a former Special...
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