Event Safety Management, Security Consultancy, Compliance & Assurance
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Integrated Safety, Security, Compliance & Operational Expertise for Complex Events and Venues.
Our mission
Protect the GUEST. Protect the EVENT. Protect the BRAND.
Tactical Events provides practical, proportionate safety management for venues and events of every scale. From early planning and contractor assurance through to live event control, we help clients create safe, compliant environments without compromising the guest experience.
We work alongside your teams, suppliers and stakeholders to identify gaps, strengthen controls and ensure everyone understands their responsibilities before the doors open.
Our senior management team have over 70 years’ experience in both public and private sector, working across greenfield sites, venues and stadiums. We bring that experience to every event.
Our Delivery Approach - Assurance Across the Event Lifecycle
Plan.
Define standards, responsibilities and assurance requirements.
Prepare.
Review documentation, contractors, suppliers and operating plans.
Verify.
Inspect the live environment, test readiness and close identified gaps.
Assure.
Provide clear findings, priorities and evidence to support confident decision-making.
“Tactical Events have been an invaluable partner to Clarion Defence and Security, managing the control room at DSEI UK across several editions with consistent professionalism and skill. Their team brings a calm, methodical approach to high-pressure situations, and their deep understanding of large-scale event security has been instrumental in keeping DSEI running smoothly year after year. We look forward to continuing to work with them on future editions.”
Mike Oldknow
Global Head of Security,
Clarion Defence and Security
Senior Management Team
Know who has your back
Managing Director
Garry started working in the events industry in 2014 after working in the UK public sector for over 30 years. He served in the British Army between 1983-86 before joining the Metropolitan Police in 1987 and retired in 2015 as a Police Inspector.
He completed the Silver Commander’s course and has extensive experience in planning and leading police football operations working in both the UK and abroad.
He is experienced in partnership planning and working in UK Safety Advisory Groups and has attended The Government Emergency Planning College at Easingwold gaining a level 4 NVQ in Spectator Safety Management.
Garry has worked in the UK and around the world and current clients include IMG, CloserStill Media, Performance 54, G4S, Clarion Defence and Nineteen Events.
Global Operations Director
Kathryn has over 20 years’ experience in the events and exhibitions industry, at both Operational and Director levels. A Qualified Spectator Safety Manager as well as holding a NEBOSH Health and Safety and Fire Safety qualification. Kathryn has management experience and an in-depth operational experience at numerous large public events such as Farnborough International, Badminton Horse Trials, Goodwood Festival of Speed, Queen’s Club Tennis, Royal Ascot and the RHS flower shows. Kathryn fulfilled senior management roles at both the London Olympics (Wimbledon) and The Commonwealth Games (Edgbaston).
Kathryn has a proven capability to work in a fast-paced environment, build strong relationships with stakeholders, venues, suppliers, emergency services and colleagues.
Proficient in assessing and understanding each event has its own unique requirements and ensuring clients, stakeholders and venue expectations are met.
Executive Director
Abbey brings 30 years of hospitality experience, combining strategic vision, commercial discipline and operational leadership to help clients deliver safe, successful and memorable guest experiences.
With experience spanning major venues, catering transformation and international events, Abbey understands how planning decisions translate into operational performance. She connects people, menus, suppliers, infrastructure and service standards to create clear, workable approaches that support both commercial ambition and guest confidence.
Within the Tactical team, Abbey brings a hospitality and guest experience perspective to the wider safety objectives. Working alongside safety specialists, organisers and operators, she helps embed safe working practices, clear accountability and operational readiness throughout planning and delivery.
Abbey holds the NEBOSH National General Certificate, a Level 4 qualification in Food Safety Management, the INSIDE LVMH Certificate and a personal licence for alcohol sales. She is also a WRAP Ambassador championing food waste reduction and a contributor to the AEV eGuide.
Associates
The team behind the team
Health & Safety, Licensing and Safeguarding
Jo has over 20 years of experience working across event production, licensing, and health & safety for large-scale events and festivals, working in both the public and private sectors. NEBOSH qualified, an IOSH Member and holder of a Personal Licence, Jo also has ten years of experience working with television and film location managers, ensuring compliance with legislation and Local Authority requirements.
Technical Safety & Fire Risk Management Officer
Duncan Robertson is a seasoned Technical Safety & Fire Risk Management Officer with extensive experience across high-profile events and productions in the UAE, UK and Europe. With a career spanning over two decades, Duncan has demonstrated expertise in technical safety auditing, fire risk management, and compliance across a diverse range of venues and live events. Qualifications include a Diploma in Fire Protection & Fire Safety, Fire Safety L3/4 IFE and the National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health.
Event Safety Management, Compliance and Auditing
Michael is an experienced Safety Consultant and Project Manager with over 19 years' experience in delivering safety leadership and compliance management across aviation, construction, events, and sporting environments. He is NEBOSH (National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) qualified and has worked in events in the UK and around the world, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, Spain, and Mexico.
Health & Safety and Food Safety Consultant
A qualified Health and Safety Advisor with over five years of experience supporting organisations across event safety and consultancy. Qualifications include the NEBOSH National General Certificate, ISO 45001:2018 Internal Auditor qualification, and a Professional Diploma in Risk and Safety Management for Crowds and Events.
Polly has delivered onsite safety support at large-scale events including the Chelsea Flower Show and London Fashion Week, and also provides health and safety consultancy services to businesses within the waste management sector.
Structural Engineering Services
Sean is a Structural Engineer with over 11 years' experience in the events and temporary structures industry, gained over a wide variety of projects across the UK & Europe, Asia, and Central and South America.
Safety, Security, Control Room Management
Stuart is a highly motivated and knowledgeable individual specialising in event and site safety, with in-depth knowledge of security and crowd management. Experienced working in the UK, Europe, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.
Currently the Event Safety Officer for a prestigious Racecourse, as well as working across a range of exhibitions and sporting events.
Level 4 and 5 Diplomas in Spectator Safety, NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction, and NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management.
Event Safety Management, Compliance and Auditing
An internationally experienced event professional with a wealth of knowledge in venue management, exhibitions, outdoor events and special events.
Having worked widely overseas in Europe, South Africa, Australia and America, with over 25 years' experience.
NEBOSH qualified, with broad knowledge in golf events, Goodwood Festival of Speed UK, UK Olympics, Formula One SA, and Farnborough International Airshow.
Health & Safety Consultant
Kriss is fluent in Polish, English, Spanish and Russian and has been working within the events industry since 2004. In 2011 Kriss achieved his NEBOSH National General Certificate and has been involved in many ambitious projects.
Kriss has worked at events, exhibitions and sporting events throughout the UK, Europe and the Middle East, and was resident Safety Officer in Saudi Arabia, 2021 to 2022. Kriss supports Tactical Events delivering safety services on events in Mexico, USA, Europe, Singapore, Australia and the UK.
Health & Safety Consultant
Robin has extensive experience of working in the UK, Europe and Saudi Arabia, working as senior health and safety advisor on several exhibitions and sporting events.
Robin holds a NEBOSH NGC in the Management of Health and Safety and supports Tactical Events on international events in Saudi Arabia, Mexico and Europe.