Harlan V Austin

Harlan V. Austin has acquired over 20 years of field experience as a Close Protection Operative/Bodyguard, seven years of which he served as Director of Security Services for Paisley Park Productions. Foremost in his duties at Paisley Park was assuring the safety and welfare of the musical artist Prince, as well as celebrities with whom Prince collaborated or associated with – Lenny Kravitz, Madonna, Morris Day, Sheena Easton, George Clinton and Kim Basinger to name a few.

Over the years, Mr. Austin has served as a Close Protection Operative (CPO) to clients attending high-profile events including the American Music Awards, the Grammy Awards, the Academy Awards, the NBA All-Star Weekend, and various film premieres. Past clients include local political figures, foreign dignitaries, and celebrities ranging from musicians to actors to sports personalities.

The recent Family Jamm Benefit Concert in Los Angeles was a favorite security assignment in which Mr. Austin assembled a team of top-notch CPO’s to safeguard such luminaries as Patti LaBelle, Sheila E., Carmen Elektra, and Nicole Ari Parker.

Mr. Austin’s Security career has led to worldwide travels, including security details in Europe, Mexico, North and South America, Asia, Scandinavia, and the Caribbean.

Mr. Austin is also a member of ASIS (American Society for Industrial Security).