WEST COAST DETECTIVES INTERNATIONAL BIO
West Coast Detectives International Professional Global Investigative & Security Services
Building the Future with 21st Century Technology
EST. 1922
Prepared for: [Client Name / Company Name]
Prepared by: Philip W. Little President & CEO
Date: April 2026
sExecutive Summary
For over 104 years, West Coast Detectives International has delivered trusted, results-driven investigative and security solutions to clients worldwide. Founded in 1922 in South Los Angeles, we have evolved from pioneering protection services for the entertainment industry into a full-service global intelligence and security organization — often recognized as the “Little FBI.”
Under the leadership of Philip W. Little, we combine unmatched historical expertise with cutting-edge technology and a worldwide network of intelligence and counter-terrorism professionals. Our mission is clear: help clients prevent threats before they materialize by delivering actionable intelligence, customized protection, and proactive risk management.
Whether you require complex global investigations, executive protection, secure international travel planning, or specialized counter-terrorism consulting, West Coast Detectives International provides discreet, highly effective solutions tailored to your unique needs and risk profile.
We are proud to offer the rare combination of generational trust, global reach, and modern capabilities that few firms can match. Our executive team is personally committed to ensuring every client receives exceptional service and measurable results.
We look forward to discussing how we can support your safety and security objectives.
Section 1: Who We Are – Our Legacy
- Founded in 1922 in Los Angeles, California
- 104 years of continuous service to clients worldwide
- Started with local investigations and entertainment industry protection; evolved into a full global intelligence and security organization
- Recognized as the “Little FBI” for solving thousands of national and international cases
- Expanded under current leadership to include specialized divisions in intelligence, counter-terrorism, and high-level security
- With our rare generational longevity and trust — clients have relied on us for generations.
Section 2: Our Leadership
Philip W. Little – President & CEO
- Over 55 years building an international network of intelligence and counter-terrorism experts
- Extensive field experience in Israel, Lebanon, Europe, Middle East, Arabian Gulf, Latin America, and the Far East
- Briefed hundreds of government and NGO meetings on terrorism prevention
- Frequent media commentator and author of three books on terrorism
- Leads our commitment to combining traditional excellence with 21st-century technology and global HUMINT assets
Executive Team:
- P. Wayne Little – Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer
- Wade A. Little – Vice President, Investigative Services
Our executive management team is personally available to discuss every client’s needs.
Section 3: Our Mission & Approach
- Deliver professional global investigative and consulting services with integrity and measurable results
- Combine deep historical experience with cutting-edge technology and worldwide networks
- Strong focus on prevention — “Prevention is less costly than enforcement”
- Serve private clients and public sector partners through trusted public-private collaboration
- Provide factual, actionable intelligence to enhance safety and support informed decision-making in a complex world
We don’t just react to threats — we help clients stay ahead of them.
Section 4: Core Services
- Global Investigations & Intelligence — In-depth background checks, due diligence, undercover operations, and complex case resolution
- Executive Protection & Threat Management — Tailored protection for high-profile individuals, celebrities, executives, and families (pioneered in the 1920s for A-list stars)
- Travel Security & Planning — Comprehensive risk assessments, secure itineraries, ground transportation, accommodations, and personal protection worldwide
- Terrorism & Security Updates — Real-time briefings drawn from global intelligence networks
- Specialized Security — Counter-terrorism consulting, HUMINT assets on the ground in key countries, and custom solutions for entertainment, corporate, and government clients
All services are fully customized to each client’s unique situation, location, and risk level.
Section 5: Why Choose West Coast Detectives International
- Unmatched Experience — Over a century of proven results
- Global Reach — Assets and former intelligence/counter-terrorism professionals across Europe, Middle East, Latin America, Far East, and beyond
- Proactive Expertise — Early developers of threat management practices (contributed to LAPD’s Threat Management Unit)
- Technology-Driven — Modern tools combined with traditional investigative excellence
- Discretion & Results — Trusted by high-profile clients in entertainment, business, and government
- Post-9/11 contributions helping prevent terrorism from reaching U.S. shores
This combination sets us apart from newer or purely local firms.
Section 6: Our Global Commitment
- Operations span from our California base across the United States and worldwide
- Established international networks built through decades of on-the-ground work
- Ready to support clients anywhere — from routine due diligence to high-risk international travel or investigations
Section 7: Contact Us
West Coast Detectives International
- Email: ADMIN@WESTCOASTDETECTIVES.US
- Philip (Phil) Little: (818) 262-1312
- Wade Little: (818) 397-9176
- Executive Office: (818) 745-2151
We are available at any time to discuss your specific needs and develop a tailored solution.
Call to Action: Let’s schedule a confidential consultation today.
We welcome your questions and can provide references or discuss anonymized case examples while maintaining full confidentiality.
