With over 20 years of experience in executive protection, travel risk management, luxury security services, and crisis response, Tomislav Pahljina is a highly regarded professional in the field of corporate security and VIP travel logistics. His expertise spans across high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), corporate executives, governmental officials, and ultra-luxury hospitality operations, ensuring safety, discretion, and seamless experiences.

Tomislav’s career began with six years of service in the Office of the President under the Ministry of Defense, specializing in VIP protection, diplomatic security, and ceremonial operations, where he was also trained in VIP Protection and Security Operations at the VIP unit of Military Police (equal to the Royal Military police). His close protection training was further refined in London under Ken Wharfe, the former bodyguard of Princess Diana, and through Byron Rodgers and his Executive Protection League program in California. 

According to his maritime security experience and being involved in life threatening scenarios, later one he also became an instructor at the same program, providing specialized training in maritime security protocols in regards to the safety and protection of ultra-luxury vessels and their passengers.

His extensive experience in high-risk environments includes working as Country Manager in Djibouti, overseeing anti-piracy operations in the Red Sea, and assignments in Afghanistan as a Static Guard Supervisor and Quick Reaction Force (QRF) Patrol Guard, and in Iraq as a Second in Command of VIP team Lima 12, responsible for the protection of Lukoil CEO.
His knowledge of operational security in hostile territories has been a cornerstone of his professional development. He has also led security operations for high-profile global events such as the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Monaco, MotoGP in Germany, and the World Economic Forum in Davos, overseeing security logistics and risk mitigation strategies. His crisis management expertise includes designing security strategies, travel risk assessments, and emergency action plans to ensure seamless VIP experiences.

Throughout his career, he has worked across high-risk environments, corporate settings, and ultra-luxury hospitality, founding and leading security and concierge companies such as Xtreme Security, XS Travel Management, and Par Excellence VIP Concierge. His operational expertise includes:

• Executive Protection & Secure Transportation: Managed the safety of Fortune 500 executives, UHNWIs, and dignitaries, providing personal security and high-end logistics.
• Private Aviation & Superyacht Security: Specialized in corporate aircraft security, working with Fixed Base Operators (FBOs), flight crews, and private jet chartering.
• Luxury Hospitality & Concierge Security: Provided bespoke travel risk management solutions, villa rentals, and high-end event security for elite clientele.
• Event Security & Risk Management: Secured high-profile global events such as Formula 1 Grand Prix (Monaco), MotoGP (Germany), and the World Economic Forum (Davos).
• Crisis Management & Risk Mitigation: Designed security strategies, travel risk assessments, and emergency action plans to ensure seamless VIP experiences.
• Security Training & Instructor Roles: Lead instructor for Superyacht Security Programs and an advisor on high-net-worth travel security and crisis preparedness.
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Tomislav holds advanced degrees and certifications that complement his security expertise and strategic risk management approach:

• Risk Management Graduate, Swiss Business School for Hotel & Tourism Management.
• Risk Management Certification, Metropolitan School of Business & Management
• Cybersecurity Professional Certification, Swiss Cyber Security Academy, Zurich
• Health and Safety Security Manager, EnerTech Qatar
• Corporate Aircraft & Superyacht Security Training, Specialized in private aviation and maritime risk assessment and security protocols
• Certified Executive Protection Specialist, Bravo Research Group, trained by Byron Rodgers
• Professional VIP Driver Training, Audi & Paoli SCRM
• Advanced First Aid & Crisis Response Certification, CAFA (TCCC, PHTLS, MARCH Protocols)

Beyond his extensive professional experience, Tomislav is deeply committed to personal development, high-performance learning, and mentorship. His self-improvement philosophy is driven by attending world-renowned seminars and training programs, including:

• Tony Robbins – Business Mastery & Personal Development
• Taylor Welch – Wealthy Consultancy Multiple Programs
• Joe Dispenza, Jordan Peterson and others – Personal Development

As an avid reader, he continuously invests in knowledge and strategic thinking, focusing on psychology, leadership, and high-performance mindset, including books such as:

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, The Mental Game of Trading , Influence , 12 Rules for Life , 10x Is Easier Than 2x, Man’s Search for Meaning, Rich Dad Poor Dad, Think and Grow Rich , High Performance Habits, And David Perceived He Was King, etc…

Tomislav’s extensive experience in luxury travel risk management and executive protection has led him to develop “Travel With Purpose”, an initiative aimed at helping high-net-worth families address one of their biggest challenges—raising children with a sense of appreciation and meaningful values.

99% of the ultra-wealthy individuals he has worked with struggle with the same question—how do we ensure that our children appreciate what they have and develop a strong work ethic?

By combining strategic travel risk management, high-security planning, and curated experiential journeys, Tomislav creates meaningful and impactful travel experiences, ensuring that families not only travel in luxury but also build deeper connections and life-changing moments together.

From elite security operations and risk consulting to VIP lifestyle management and business strategy, Tomislav Pahljina embodies the highest level of expertise, discretion, and dedication to personal and professional excellence.

His mission is simple: to provide the world’s most distinguished individuals with security, trust, and the freedom to enjoy life with complete peace of mind.