Doug Laux and Ben Smith are former CIA field operatives now working in the private sector. Together they are the stars of the hit non-scripted television series for Discovery Channel entitled, Finding Escobar’s Millions. They are currently developing a new series as well as a documentary slated for early 2019.
In Development
The Operatives – Episodic television series deconstructing the world of espionage 2020
The Hump – Feature length documentary set in the jungles of Myanmar (Burma) 2020
The Investigation Of – Episodic podcast series 2019
About
Ben Smith was raised on a farm in Washington State in a large family. He enjoyed the work pursuing national security interests around the globe, but then he met a girl… He currently lives in New York City, where he is completing a science-fiction novel.
Doug Laux grew up in small-town Ohio as the son of a steelworker. Throughout his career, he completed warzone tours tracking al-Qaeda, Taliban, and ISIS terrorists across multiple countries. He currently lives in Key West where he is completing his dive master certification.
News
The Leadership In Tech Interview With Douglas Laux
This is the first of two episodes where Zac and Errol interview a very special guest, Douglas Laux. Doug is a former CIA case officer, joins Zac and Errol to discuss his book and his time in the CIA, JSOC, even when he worked with DHL the trucking/logistics company. They talk about stories from his …
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Congressional Recognition of Douglas Laux
On September 13, 2018, Congressman Warren Davidson (R-OH 8th District) recognized Douglas Laux for his bravery and service to the country during a live speech to the 115th Congress. The transcript of the speech can be found below. “Mr. Speaker, to recognize Mr. Douglas Laux of Coldwater, Ohio. After attending Indiana University, Doug served for …
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Contact
If you wish to discuss a new business opportunity with Ben and Doug, please contact Ms. Zhang Li at the following address. For inquiries about the television show, Finding Escobar’s Millions, please review the contact information below for William Morris Endeavor.