SIMI VALLEY, CA, September 14, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Michael R. Braun has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Braun's career of nearly 20 years and counting in the security and executive protection industry is marked by a series of progressive leadership roles and a reputation for excellence. Since 2024, he has served as chief executive officer of MSB Protection, where he oversees the safeguarding of at-risk public figures including ultra-high-net-worth individuals, estate managers and family offices.

Additionally, Mr. Braun handles all management duties within the company, including human resources, while remaining deeply involved in threat analysis to ensure the safety and well-being of his clients. His responsibilities include conducting comprehensive risk assessments, developing tailored security strategies, managing residential security, and providing executive protection during public appearances, speaking engagements and high-profile events such as movie sets or shareholder meetings.

Prior to founding MSB Protection, Mr. Braun worked as a security director at Savage III, Inc in 2024. Over the course of six months, he spearheaded high-profile protection detail and day-to-day operations throughout the organization, maintaining its dedication to the safety of prominent clients while further enhancing its practices.

From 2012 to 2024, Mr. Braun held the position of security operations director and senior team leader with Gavin de Becker & Associates in Beverly Hills, California. Beginning his tenure as a security staff agent, he soon advanced to the position of detail leader and went on to oversee all security operations, playing a pivotal role in protecting some of the world's most influential people in diverse environments.

Before relocating to the United States in 2012, Mr. Braun spent four years as an operator with the Unterstützungskommando (USK), a respected tactical police unit in Germany. Being selected for the USK unit stands out as his proudest professional achievement due to its demanding training and educational regimen — considered comparable to that of elite military organizations such as the United States Navy SEALs — and rigorous selection process.

Alongside his primary roles, Mr. Braun has maintained active memberships in industry organizations such as ASIS International (formerly the American Society for Industrial Security) and the Estate Managers Coalition, underscoring his commitment to ongoing professional development and engagement throughout the field.

Hailing from an equally accomplished academic background in his native Germany, Mr. Braun graduated from Städtische Wirtschaftsschule Bayreuth with a business degree in 2004 before attending the Bavarian Police Academy, where he studied criminal and police duty law and earned the rank of Polizeimeister in 2007. He continued his advanced training at USK Nachwuchszug, graduating in 2008 and enhancing his education in tactical operations, crisis management and high-risk intervention practices.

Mr. Braun's transition into the executive protection sector was influenced by personal experiences as well as professional aspirations. After meeting his future wife during a visit to California in 2010, what began as a four-week stay evolved into a two-year period living in the United States. Following their marriage, he left his position with the Bavarian Police to pursue new opportunities in private security. Encouraged by high-net-worth clients who valued his expertise, he eventually established MSB Protection and has continued his dedication to exemplary service ever since.

Continuous self-improvement has been a central aspect of Mr. Braun's philosophy throughout his career. Reflecting on his storied journey to date, he attributes much of his success to unwavering loyalty to his principles and an ongoing commitment to learning — whether through reading about hand-to-hand combat techniques during night shifts or seeking out new methods to enhance his professional capabilities.

Beyond his primary career pursuits, Mr. Braun is also recognized for his civic engagement as a volunteer at a youth center, where he helped integrate Russian teenagers who had relocated to Germany by teaching them boxing and kickboxing skills. This experience allowed him to give back to his community while sharing his longstanding passion for martial arts with others.

A celebrated athlete himself, Mr. Braun began participating in kickboxing at age 5 and went on to become a six-time German kickboxing champion and two-time international champion as part of Germany's junior national team under the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO). Although he no longer competes actively due to the injury risks involved, his eldest son has followed in his father's footsteps and also trains kickboxing.

In his personal life, Mr. Braun cherishes spending time with his wife and their four children — two sons and two daughters — as well as continuing his martial arts training and working out both personally and alongside family members. Training sessions with his eldest son have become an important part of their shared routine.

Determined to further his impact in the coming years, Mr. Braun is committed to creating a security company that offers benefits for protectors similar to those provided by police departments, including private pension systems designed to foster stability within the workforce and reward professionals for their devotion in demanding roles. He remains focused on ensuring that those who serve alongside him feel valued for their contributions while continuing to set the highest standards of safety and professionalism — both within the executive protection industry and beyond.

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