Kevin Coffey

Biography

Detective Kevin Coffey is the founder of Corporate Travel Safety, which specializes in travel safety seminars, training tapes and travel safety products. Kevin Coffey is an active, 23-year police veteran. He is not retired. He is currently employed with one of the largest police departments in the United States, and holds the rank of Detective Sergeant. He founded the Airport Crimes Investigations Detail and has been personally responsible for investigating thousands of crimes committed against travelers at airports, hotels, and car rental agencies. His expertise has allowed him to identify the most common methods and locations used by professional criminals who target travelers, and to develop strategies to reduce traveler's victim potential. As a pioneer in the area of travel safety, he is passionate about reducing the victimization of travelers in airports, hotels, and while on the road. He is the author of two books, the latest is, "Traveler Beware! An Undercover Cop's Guide to Avoiding Pickpockets, Luggage Theft and Travel Scams". Kevin is the media's favorite expert on travel safety and related topics. Most likely you recognize him from appearances on Oprah, 20/20, CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, The Travel Channel, Court TV, The Today Show or countless other broadcasts. He is regularly quoted in the written press, including: USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Tribune, Fortune, Inc., as well as in many trade publications. Founded in 1990, Corporate Travel Safety continues to expand by assisting companies and associations with content for travel policies, procedures, handbooks and web-based training.

Titles

Schemes, Scams and Flim Flam Laptop and Data Theft Prevention: Make Mobile Workers Part of Your Security Solution, Rather Than Part of Your Security Problem Lies Cons and Stolen Briefcases: How to Outfox Crooks and Protect Your Property While on the Road Identity Theft: Protecting Your Good Name and Assets Know Before You Go: A Guide to International Travelers Street Smart Survival Skills: How to Prevent From Becoming a Victim of Street Crime While Traveling Travel Safety and the Tour, Travel & Meeting Manager: A Guide for Understanding and Implementing Safety and Security Measures for Their Clients Hotel Safety and Security: Some Arresting Thoughts on Unwelcome Guests