A New Standard of Discreet Protection Comes to Manhattan
New York City is home to some of the world’s most influential leaders, executives, and cultural icons. With that prominence comes risk, and a growing demand for discreet, trustworthy protection. Stepping into that need is François Executive Partners (FEP), a boutique executive protection and secure transport firm founded by Matthew François, a former lead agent on the Kansas City Mayor’s Protection Detail.
From City Hall to the Private Sector
Matthew François brings over a decade of law enforcement and executive protection experience to FEP. His career began with the San Diego Police Department before he joined the Kansas City Missouri Police Department, where he quickly rose to serve as the Lead Agent for the Mayor’s Protection Detail.
In that role, François coordinated security at major civic events, high-profile public appearances, and international engagements such as the Farnborough International Air Show in the United Kingdom. His ability to merge security expertise with discreet, professional service became the hallmark of his approach.
After transitioning from public service, François was recruited by WK Kellogg Co., where he designed and launched the company’s first executive protection program. He managed security for the CEO and C-suite until the company was acquired by Ferrero. That experience gave him insight into corporate risk at the highest levels, preparing him to serve the unique needs of New York’s elite.
Launching François Executive Partners
With the founding of François Executive Partners, François has taken that same elite standard and applied it to the private sector. Based in New York City, FEP provides luxury-tier executive protection and secure transport for:
- High-net-worth individuals and families
- Attorneys and law firms managing high-stakes litigation
- Public figures, influencers, and entertainers
- Corporate leaders and visiting dignitaries
At the heart of the firm is The FEP Standard™, a philosophy that blends rigorous security training with refined client service. The firm’s Executive Tier System™, the first of its kind in the industry, offers transparent, branded packages of protection so clients know exactly what to expect.
More Than Security
What sets FEP apart is its focus on discretion and luxury service. Agents are trained not only in threat assessment and medical response, but also in hospitality-level client care. Secure transport services are managed with the same attention to detail found in the world’s leading concierge and travel companies, ensuring movements are both safe and seamless.
François explains: “In this industry, the highest compliment is when a client forgets we are there. Our job is to remove uncertainty while allowing them to live their lives with confidence.”
Serving New York’s Elite
New York demands a unique level of protection. Whether navigating high-profile public events, managing private travel, or ensuring safe passage through the city’s busiest districts, François Executive Partners is positioned as a trusted ally for those who move the world.
François Executive Partners is now accepting private clients and referrals from trusted advisors in law, luxury travel, family offices, and public relations.
About François Executive Partners
François Executive Partners (FEP) is a boutique executive protection and secure transport firm headquartered in New York City. Founded by Matthew François, former Lead Agent for the Kansas City Mayor’s Protection Detail, FEP specializes in discreet, luxury-tier protection for executives, public figures, and high-net-worth individuals. Through its proprietary FEP Standard™ and Executive Tier System™, the firm sets a new benchmark for transparency, professionalism, and client experience in executive protection.
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