Richard (Danny) Daniels Gcgi Email & Phone Number

Southampton, England, United Kingdom

I am the CEO of a brand new security company that will cater, specifically, but not limited to, the Fijian community (Service Leavers/Those that are still serving and those looking to showcase their skills).I also would like to eventually target homeless veterans and get them back into work (joint venture) with a housing association preferably. I have attended to many funerals of veterans who could not see an alternative and i would like to help reduce these numbers.

Chichester, England, United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities1. Community Outreach and Education:Awareness Campaigns:Organising community outreach programs and information sessions to educate immigrants about available services, their rights, and how to access support.2. Cultural Sensitivity Training Providing training for staff and volunteers on cultural sensitivity and the unique challenges faced by immigrant families.3. Support for Vulnerable Groups: Offering tailored support for… Show more Key Responsibilities1. Community Outreach and Education:Awareness Campaigns:Organising community outreach programs and information sessions to educate immigrants about available services, their rights, and how to access support.2. Cultural Sensitivity Training Providing training for staff and volunteers on cultural sensitivity and the unique challenges faced by immigrant families.3. Support for Vulnerable Groups: Offering tailored support for particularly vulnerable groups, such as traumatised minors, survivors of trafficking or domestic violence, and families with members who have disabilities or chronic illnesses.5. Emergency Assistance:Coordinating emergency support services, including paramedics, police, mental health support services, Charity services.Challenges and Considerations:Complex Regulations:Navigating the often complex and changing landscape of immigration laws and regulations.Emotional and Psychological Impact:Addressing the emotional and psychological impact of immigration-related stress on families, which requires a compassionate and empathetic approach.Cultural Barriers:Overcoming language and cultural barriers to effectively communicate and support families from diverse backgrounds.Importance of the RoleEnsuring Fair Treatment:Ensuring that immigrant families are treated fairly and with dignity within the immigration system.Promoting Integration:Helping Migrant families integrate successfully into their new communities, which benefits both the families and the wider society.Supporting Vulnerability:Providing crucial support to families who are particularly vulnerable, thereby enhancing their safety, stability, and overall well-being.By fulfilling these responsibilities, your role in supporting immigration and vulnerable families is vital to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that empowers immigrants to lead secure and productive lives. Show less

York, England, United Kingdom - Abergele, North Wales.

After extracting from Afghanistan (Op NEO) i was given the task of looking after an American client (Actress) for a two month period in York.Once that task finished i then had a two week break before being tasked with the role of Team Leader (Castle - film set) for the filming of "Im a celebrity" based in Abergele, North Wales.

Kabul, Kabul Province, Afghanistan

Kabul, Kabul Province, Afghanistan

Page Protective Services: Eu Delegation, Kabul, Afghanistan.

As a Close Protection Operative with the EU Delegation it is my responsibility to ensure that risk mitigation measures are implemented in order to provide the safest possible service to members of the delegation when travelling around the city of Kabul, Afghanistan. This also includes a spell on the EU Ambassador to Afghanistans personal security detail which entails providing protection on a personal level whilst travelling to and from a variety of locations in and around the city. I am also… Show more As a Close Protection Operative with the EU Delegation it is my responsibility to ensure that risk mitigation measures are implemented in order to provide the safest possible service to members of the delegation when travelling around the city of Kabul, Afghanistan. This also includes a spell on the EU Ambassador to Afghanistans personal security detail which entails providing protection on a personal level whilst travelling to and from a variety of locations in and around the city. I am also responsible for facilitating the ranges for all members of the contract as and when required. Show less

Gardaworld: Iraq British Embassy, Baghdad.Iraq

Senior Training Team Leader (STL) (July 2015 - Oct 2017)Role OverviewDuring my tenure as a Senior Training Team Leader, I was responsible for the comprehensive planning and execution of training programs tailored for Close Protection Operatives. My role was pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of competency and currency in hostile environment operations, adhering strictly to ISO 9001 standards.Key Responsibilities1. Training Planning and Execution:Developed and… Show more Senior Training Team Leader (STL) (July 2015 - Oct 2017)Role OverviewDuring my tenure as a Senior Training Team Leader, I was responsible for the comprehensive planning and execution of training programs tailored for Close Protection Operatives. My role was pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of competency and currency in hostile environment operations, adhering strictly to ISO 9001 standards.Key Responsibilities1. Training Planning and Execution:Developed and implemented intricate training schedules for up to 96 Close Protection Operatives.Ensured all training aligned with ISO 9001 standards to maintain high levels of competency in hostile situations.2. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs):Authored and revised SOPs specific to Armed Protection Teams operating in hostile environments, ensuring procedures were up-to-date and effective.3. New Operative Integration:Facilitated the training and orientation of new Close Protection Operatives upon their arrival in theatre, ensuring they were fully prepared for operational duties.4. VVIP Inductions:Conducted in-country induction programs for VVIPs, including Ambassadors and Foreign Envoys, ensuring they understood the security protocols and felt secure. Show less

Operational Training And Advisory Group (Uk) (Optag Uk)

• Facilitated specialist pre-operational training for 8500 troops for Afghanistan• Trained troops, prepared and delivered briefs for global operations • Took the lead on training troops in strike and counter strike operations• Developed training solutions and future, innovative training systems • Determined the equipment, tactics and techniques needed • Maintained a cutting edge’ within UK Combat Training• Lecturer / Instructor for 63,000 troops up and to the rank of… Show more • Facilitated specialist pre-operational training for 8500 troops for Afghanistan• Trained troops, prepared and delivered briefs for global operations • Took the lead on training troops in strike and counter strike operations• Developed training solutions and future, innovative training systems • Determined the equipment, tactics and techniques needed • Maintained a cutting edge’ within UK Combat Training• Lecturer / Instructor for 63,000 troops up and to the rank of Brigade Commander • Enabled ground holding battlegroups to fight a determined enemy in Afghanistan~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Show less

Troop Sergeant Major (Afghanistan) (Jan 2009 - Nov 2009)Police Mentoring and Advisory Group (PMAG)------------------------------------------------------------------• Established a policing program, after working with the President of Afghanistan and his Provincial Police Command Group • Taught 300 Afghani Police high-risk search techniques, arrest, restraint, and weapon handling • Engaged in operations that inhibited the movement of the Insurgency… Show more Troop Sergeant Major (Afghanistan) (Jan 2009 - Nov 2009)Police Mentoring and Advisory Group (PMAG)------------------------------------------------------------------• Established a policing program, after working with the President of Afghanistan and his Provincial Police Command Group • Taught 300 Afghani Police high-risk search techniques, arrest, restraint, and weapon handling • Engaged in operations that inhibited the movement of the Insurgency • Created a database for the Operational Coordination Centre Provincial • Implemented a training program to teach 147 occupied checkpoints (Southern Helmand) Chief Instructor (UK) (Mar 2007 – Jan 2009) Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition & Reconnaissance) ISTAR-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Trained troops in all aspects of the MUAV and Desert Hawk Three, • Delivered a full MUAV conversion package to ‘M' Sqn SBS and ‘A’ Sqn 22 SAS• Integrated UKSF into the coalition battle space • Educated Tactical Commanders in airspace management throughout Southern Afghanistan• Coordinated and monitored tactical flights • Ensured all legal requirements were met regarding abstract missions• Worked closely with Lockheed Martin • Advised the Secretary for Defence • Planned and conducted tactical in-theatre flights for MUAV detachments ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Show less

• Normal regimental life as a Shoulder Launched Systems Weapons Instructor • Toured Afghanistan with UK Special Forces (ISTAR) and as part of the PRTAs part of the Operational Training Advisory Group (OPTAG), Germany, (2005 - 2006)---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------• Trained troops in IED awareness and Public Order prior to them deploying to Iraq ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

16 Air Assault Brigade

HVM level 1/3 Instructor• Trained troops on the High Velocity Missile System (HVMS) theoretical and practical• Planned and conducted a complex patrols programme in high threat areas• Post conflict: involved with the newly formed PRT in Central Iraq • Managed various military and civilian projects • Gathered low level intelligence• Engaged in a stabilisation program• Maintained the safety and welfare of a team of 20 personnelActive Service… Show more HVM level 1/3 Instructor• Trained troops on the High Velocity Missile System (HVMS) theoretical and practical• Planned and conducted a complex patrols programme in high threat areas• Post conflict: involved with the newly formed PRT in Central Iraq • Managed various military and civilian projects • Gathered low level intelligence• Engaged in a stabilisation program• Maintained the safety and welfare of a team of 20 personnelActive Service Synopsis-----------------------------------Iraq Close Protection Officer(British Embassy) 2012Afghanistan Operational Training and Advisory Group (OPTAG UK) 2010Afghanistan Operational Police Mentor and Advisory Group (PMAG) 2009 Afghanistan Intelligence Surveillance Target Acquisition & Reconnaissance (ISTAR) 2008Afghanistan (ISTAR) UK-Special Forces 2007Afghanistan Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) 2006Iraq Provincial reconstruction team (PRT) 2003Kosovo Counter Terrorist Team (CTT) 1999 Show less

Master’S Degree, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

RCO & HME PTTLs SIA Licensed Close Protection Operatives Course HE (Distinction) Surveillance Operative level 4 FPOS (I) MIRA Counter IED.

Higher National Diploma, Human Resources Management, Distinction

National Diploma, Project Management, Distinction

National Diploma, Security Management, Distinction