Guy Townsend M.Isrm Email & Phone Number

London, Gb

United Kingdom

Sabbatical April 2023 – PresentFocused on career development and personal growth while dedicating time to family, now prepared to re-enter the workforce and contribute vast expertise in intelligence analysis and risk management. Excited to use skills in strategic operations and crisis response as a Risk Manager for Global Security.

Eastern Europe

Led the establishment of GardaWorld's risk management and intelligence output capabilities in Ukraine, focusing on Eastern Europe while collaborating with the Regional Management Team. Developed processes for a high-level project, ensuring the delivery of critical information.• Established a comprehensive database of over 150 security incidents, enabling analysts to compile vital information and facilitate the successful recovery of multi-million-dollar mining equipment from Ukraine.• Actively engaged in business development by building relationships with existing and potential clients, showcasing GardaWorld's expertise in operating in hostile conditions.• Authored and distributed daily and weekly reports, as well as ad-hoc analyses, ensuring timely and professional communication to clients, including governmental and commercial entities.• Collaborated with operational leaders to secure multimillion-dollar contracts, significantly boosting client satisfaction and trust, notably contributing to contracts valued over $130 million from Japan and the US.• Enhanced security awareness among diplomatic staff through training sessions, resulting in improved decision-making and zero reported incidents during tenure.• Utilised satellite technology to monitor Japanese diplomats in Kyiv, ensuring their safety and providing immediate response capabilities in case of emergencies.

British Embassy - Beirut

Collaborated with national security organisations and provided strategic risk assessments for diplomatic initiatives. Worked autonomously to better operational safety and support various UK Government departments, contributing to strategic resource allocation in a high-threat environment.• Developed an information portal to improve cross-department data sharing, empowering the Development department to allocate funding efficiently in hazardous areas and inform quality assurance visits.• Delivered timely threat and risk advice for high-profile visits, directly supporting the High Commissioner and Deputy High Commissioner in diplomatic engagements with Pakistani government leaders.• Chaired the Security Committee alongside departmental heads to identify and manage potential security risks, creating streamlined processes for UK diplomats and local staff.• Authored comprehensive monthly security reports, earning commendation from the High Commissioner for their utility in senior leadership decision-making.• Coordinated security measures for a Royal visit to Pakistan, successfully managing all security-related matters and ensuring a flawless experience for the visiting party.• Facilitated British Airways and Virgin Atlantic's return to Pakistan by establishing security procedures, leading to the reinstatement of their operations in the region.

Beirut

Provided critical risk assessments and strategic advice to the Ambassador and Deputy Head of Mission. Focused on developing and implementing effective security protocols to maintain the safety of diplomatic personnel in Lebanon's volatile regions.• Advised on potential physical threats to the Embassy and its staff, collaborating closely with UK and Lebanese security agencies to enhance operational safety in high-risk areas such as the Bek’aa Valley and Southern Beirut.• Participated in the Post Security Committee to develop risk-managed procedures, enabling safe diplomatic engagement while minimising security risks.• Coordinated with threat analysts from various embassies and organisations, such as the UN and World Bank, to ensure consistent information sharing and the adoption of unified security practices.• Facilitated joint planning for inter-embassy visits, optimizing resource use by reducing vehicle numbers and streamlining security personnel deployment.• Engaged with high-level UN and World Bank security representatives to identify and mitigate emerging threats, resulting in zero incidents among cooperating organisations.

United Kingdom

Conducted security and threat assessment operations for the UK’s largest electricity generating station, providing insights into potential risks and ensuring robust protection for critical infrastructure.• Delivered monthly threat assessments regarding potential protest activities, enabling optimal staffing levels to safeguard the station and reduce security budget expenditures when threats were low.• Produced comprehensive reports for the in-house head of security on supply chain vulnerabilities, specifically regarding the transportation of wood pellets from the US to the UK.• Maintained a vigilant security posture, ensuring there were no successful incursions and reinforcing overall site safety.• Conducted thorough assessments of supply chain risks, leading to recommendations for enhanced security measures at key locations, although quantifying financial savings proved challenging.

Held impactful positions in intelligence and security, collaborating with military and international agencies to increase operational safety. Experience includes intelligence analysis, risk management, and strategic planning.• An Operator Special Intelligence in the British Army produced critical reports that shaped high-level government decisions while managing intelligence operations globally.• In Afghanistan, served as a Reconstruction Project Manager, identifying and implementing key initiatives to improve relations with military and civilian stakeholders under Foreign and Commonwealth Office guidelines.• An Intelligence Analyst with Olive Group, established the intelligence operation in Iraq, developing security protocols and delivering assessments that supported US operational strategies.• Working as an Operational Analyst for NATO in Kabul, providing vital data analysis, allocating resources and making sure of personnel safety during high-risk missions.