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Welcome to Crisis Control Solutions – Stay Ahead of Risks

Welcome to the first edition of the Crisis Control Solutions newsletter!
I’m Jochen Schwenk, a seasoned crisis and risk management expert with a track record of advising Fortune 500 companies, military and intelligence services, and global organizations.
In today’s fast-paced world, being prepared isn’t optional—it’s essential. That’s why we’ve launched this newsletter: to provide you with actionable insights, proven strategies, and real-world case studies to help you anticipate and navigate crises effectively.
Each edition will equip you with practical frameworks, battle-tested tactics, and industry-leading crisis solutions so you can stay ahead of risks—before they become problems.
What to Expect in This Newsletter:
Our New Websites – How we’re expanding globally with crisis and geopolitical consulting
Upcoming Bestselling Book – Resilience Under Fire – a must-read for leaders and decision-makers
Exclusive Digital Product – Crisis Control: 4 Steps to Turn Panic into Power
Actionable Insights: Three powerful crisis management frameworks you can apply today
Our New Websites - A Global Approach to Crisis Management✨✨

We’re excited to introduce our three new websites, each designed to provide specialized crisis solutions:
🌍 Schwenk AG (www.schwenk.ag) – Our European headquarters, delivering high-level risk and crisis management consulting to Fortune 500 companies, automotive manufacturers, and global enterprises.
🇺🇸 Crisis Control Solutions (www.crisiscontrolsolutions.com) – Our U.S.-based operation, specializing in crisis response, corporate risk mitigation, and intelligence-driven strategies for businesses facing high-stakes situations.
🔍 Global Crisis Consulting Solutions (www.globalcrisisconsultingsolutions.com) – A dedicated platform for geopolitical consulting, offering real-time intelligence, global risk assessments, and strategic advisory services for organizations navigating international uncertainties.
Our mission is clear: to provide elite-level crisis solutions for businesses, governments, and individuals worldwide.
Insights from the Field 🔥🔥

We are thrilled to announce that the upcoming book, Resilience Under Fire, will be published in April 2025 and available at Barnes & Noble and Amazon. Author is Jochen Schwenk, our CEO.
🔥 Why This Book Matters:
In today’s volatile world, crises don’t just happen to other people—they happen to all of us. Whether it’s a business disruption, security risk, or global emergency, resilience is the ultimate competitive advantage.
📖 What You’ll Learn:
✔ How to anticipate and neutralize crises before they escalate
✔ The decision-making frameworks used by elite military and intelligence teams
✔ Real-world case studies of companies and leaders who turned crisis into opportunity
More details coming soon—stay tuned!
Quote of the Day 💡📌
"If someone comes to kill you, rise up and kill him first."
Babylonian Talmud
Exclusive Digital Product: Crisis Control - 4 Steps to Turn Panic into Power ✨✨

We’ve just launched our exclusive digital product, designed to give you an immediate action plan for handling anycrisis.
👉 Check it out here: Crisis Control on SamCart
⚡ Why You Need This:
When life throws unexpected challenges your way—whether personal, professional, or life-threatening—you need a proven blueprint to act decisively.
Introducing:
🚨 Crisis Control: 4 Steps to Turn Panic into Power 🚨
🔹 Crisis Identification – Recognize unfolding risks before they spiral out of control
🔹 Swift Decision-Making – Tools to analyze situations under pressure
🔹 Confident Execution – Take decisive action without second-guessing
This isn’t just another guide—it’s your tactical survival plan for any situation.
📌 Ready to take control? Grab your copy now and start mastering crisis management today!
Knowledge & Insights - Special Forces Tactics for Everyday & Business Life 💡🔎

YAMAM on a training mission.
In this section, we break down elite military and intelligence strategies that you can apply in leadership, business, and personal decision-making.
1. The Power of Pre-Crisis Planning: Why Every Business Needs a Contingency Plan
Most companies react after a crisis unfolds—by then, it’s too late. Proactive crisis planning separates resilient organizations from those that fail.
✅ Key Takeaways:
✔ How to identify and assess potential risks before they escalate
✔ The 3 pillars of crisis readiness: People, Process, and Preparedness
✔ Real-world examples of companies that thrived due to proactive planning
We’ll be sharing practical tools to help you create your own Crisis Playbook in upcoming editions.
2. Decision-Making Under Pressure: The Special Forces Approach
In high-stakes situations, hesitation is the enemy. Military and intelligence teams use structured battle-tested decision-making models to act fast and decisively—you can too.
✅ Key Takeaways:
✔ How the OODA Loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) gives you an edge in crisis situations
✔ Why decision paralysis happens—and how to overcome it
✔ The secret to staying calm, clear-headed, and in control under extreme pressure
We’ll explore real-world applications of these methods in future issues.
3. The Special Forces Method: Infiltrate – Action – Exfil & Contingency
In special operations, success depends on flawless execution. Operators follow a structured method:
🔍 Infiltrate – Gather intelligence before engaging in any situation (business, crisis, negotiation).
⚡ Action – Execute precise, well-planned moves with minimal risk exposure.
🚀 Exfil – Have a strategic exit plan—whether it's in a deal, a project, or a crisis response.
📌 Contingency – Never rely on just one plan. Always have a backup and an escape strategy.
✅ How This Applies to Business & Life:
✔ Preparing for a high-stakes business negotiation? Do your intel work before entering the room.
✔ Launching a new product? Execute with a strategic exit plan in mind.
✔ Facing a crisis? Always have multiple fallback options.
By applying this special forces method, you’ll stay ahead of risks, minimize exposure, and control the outcome in any scenario.
Stay Connected & Stay Prepared
This is just the beginning. In future issues, we’ll cover:
✅ Advanced crisis management strategies
✅ Insider case studies from corporate risk management
✅ More battle-tested tactics from elite teams
📢 Spread the Word: Know someone who would benefit from these insights? Share this newsletter with them!
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Stay ahead, stay prepared, and stay in control.
Best,
Jochen Schwenk
Founder & CEO
Schwenk AG
Crisis Control Solutions LLC