Bogaard Group International

Bogaard Group International (BGI) is a security consulting firm that develops tailored strategies for organizations seeking to protect people, property, and business operations. The company says its approach starts with understanding each client’s culture and evaluating its security needs, then adapting recommendations to the organization rather than applying a uniform model. Its stated values are integrity, partnership, and transformational change.

BGI’s advisory services include assessing security infrastructure, developing policies and procedures, and training organizations to mitigate risks. The firm describes its work as consulting and project management, and says it does not represent manufacturers or push specific products. It works with client stakeholders to identify priorities and implement agreed-upon strategies, while advising when a project may be better handled by another partner.

The company also conducts vulnerability assessments. Its website describes benchmarking an organization and analyzing its particular risks to produce actionable recommendations. BGI emphasizes individualized solutions and says its work aims to balance security risks and threats with broader standards and the operational context of each organization.

In security systems and technology, BGI offers independent evaluations and recommendations concerning systems such as cameras, alarms, and access control. Its service descriptions cover planning, technology research and evaluation, vendor demonstrations, testing, and project management for implementation. The company characterizes its approach as technology-agnostic, with recommendations based on the client’s needs and existing infrastructure.

BGI’s global security operations work helps organizations develop or scale Global Security Operations Centers (GSOCs). The firm describes support that can include assessing existing systems and staffing, developing policies, selecting technology and service partners, and sourcing and vetting security personnel. It also offers event security strategy, including planning, coordination with vendors and security teams, and on-site execution support.

Executive recruiting is another listed service. BGI says it uses its industry relationships to identify security professionals suited to a client’s requirements. The company’s public careers board also lists roles supporting client security operations, though client names and assignments vary by posting; those postings should not be taken as a complete account of BGI’s own corporate operations.

BGI’s website presents the firm as a collaborative partner that adapts to different organizational cultures and project needs. It highlights cross-functional relationships, integrity, and individualized service as operating principles, and describes its recommended solutions as enterprise-oriented and scalable. The company identifies Matt Bogaard as its founder and CEO. Its public contact information lists Los Angeles, California, as the location associated with the business and provides a telephone number and email address for inquiries.