Executive Protection in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Close protection and secure transportation across Fort Lauderdale and Broward County — private aviation arrivals at FXE and FLL, waterfront residences on the Las Olas Isles, yachts, Port Everglades and the Boat Show.
Fort Lauderdale is where a large share of South Florida's private aviation and yachting actually happens. Executives land at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE) or Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), board yachts at the marinas along the Intracoastal and the New River, and move between waterfront homes, Las Olas Boulevard and offices downtown. Executive protection in Fort Lauderdale is built around those arrivals and departures — the moments when a principal is most predictable.
V&D meets principals planeside or at the FBO, handles the vehicle staging and luggage, and runs the route to the hotel, marina or residence with a protective driver. For yacht-based visits we coordinate with the captain and marina staff on boarding times, guest lists and who has access to the dock.
Every October the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show brings owners, buyers and executives from around the world to Bahia Mar and the surrounding marinas. We plan protection for that week — and for cruise departures from Port Everglades — well in advance, because hotels, vehicles and dock access sell out early.
Protection Services in Fort Lauderdale
Executive Protection
Close protection agents for executives and families living in or visiting Fort Lauderdale.
Executive Protection Transport
Protective drivers for FXE, FLL, Port Everglades and marina pickups.
Waterfront Residence Security
On-site agents for homes on the Las Olas Isles, Harbor Beach, Rio Vista and Coral Ridge.
Boat Show & Event Security
Coverage for private events, launches and Boat Show week across Broward County.
Travel Security for Executives
Protection that starts at FXE or FLL and continues to the Caribbean, Latin America and beyond.
Commercial & High-Rise Security
Lobby and access control for downtown offices and Galt Ocean Mile towers.
Neighborhoods We Cover in Fort Lauderdale
What to Ask Any Protection Company
Licensing
V&D holds Florida Class "A" agency and Class "B" licenses; armed agents carry the Florida Class "G" license. Ask any provider for their license numbers.
Advance Work
Routes, venues, entrances and exits are planned before the principal moves, and you receive the plan in writing.
One Point of Contact
One protection lead answers for the whole detail, 24/7 — not a dispatcher passing messages.
Confidentiality
Non-Disclosure Agreements are standard. Nothing about the client is ever posted or discussed.
Executive Protection in Fort Lauderdale — FAQ
Can you meet a principal at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE)?
Yes. We coordinate with the FBO in advance, stage the vehicle planeside or at the terminal where allowed, and move the principal directly to the hotel, marina or residence with a protective driver and, if needed, a second agent.
Do you provide security for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show?
Yes. Boat Show week in late October is one of the busiest weeks in Broward County. We plan protection for owners, buyers and executives attending the show, including dock access, private events and transportation between Bahia Mar, hotels and other marinas.
Can your agents work on or around a yacht?
Yes. We coordinate with the captain and marina staff on boarding, guest lists and dock access, provide protection during embarkation and disembarkation, and arrange secure transport to and from the marina.
Do you cover cruise departures from Port Everglades?
Yes. We provide secure transportation and close protection from the residence or hotel to the terminal, including staging and luggage handling, so the principal spends as little time as possible in public waiting areas.
How far is Fort Lauderdale from your base?
Our base is in Miami-Dade County, about 30–45 minutes from Fort Lauderdale. Standard details are usually staged within a few hours of your inquiry; event weeks and multi-agent details are planned in advance.