Negotiation Global founders Martin Richards and Chris White bring a unique blend of expertise and experience to the professional world, each with a total of over 30 years in law enforcement and a decade working in the private sector, particularly in senior security roles within major FTSE top 20 companies.
Their extensive background in both sectors makes them standout professionals. Both Chris and Martin have lived or operated in hostile environments overseas, both for the UK Government and corporate entities. They have been security vetted to the highest UK standard.
In the realm of law enforcement, Martin and Chris have dealt with a wide range of challenging and sensitive situations. Their responsibilities have encompassed notifying families of sudden bereavements, providing support to families affected by industrial accidents, loss due to terrorist incidents, suicide, deaths in police custody, fatal shootings and handling the aftermath of fatal road traffic accidents.
This breadth of experience reflects their ability to navigate high-pressure scenarios with compassion, professionalism and efficiency.
Additionally, their expertise extends to specialised areas within the private sector, specifically in kidnap and extortion consultancy.
Martin and Chris have not only directly supported families in crisis but have also provided invaluable guidance to senior employees of multinational corporations across the globe. Their roles involved managing complex kidnapping incidents, which often required hosting cross-country family meetings and crafting meticulous family liaison strategies.
This level of engagement showcases their remarkable communication and crisis management skills, essential in mitigating high-stakes situations.
Furthermore, their experience in security extends to advising and supporting families during major country evacuations. This demands a deep understanding of international security dynamics, the geopolitical landscape, risk assessment, and the intricate logistics involved in ensuring the safety of individuals and assets during turbulent times.
In summary, Martin and Chris's extensive background in both the public and private sector, their ability to handle emotionally charged situations with empathy, and their strategic acumen make them exceptionally valuable professionals.
Their skills are not only diverse but also honed to perfection through years of hands-on experience, making them an asset to any organisation seeking seasoned experts in security, crisis management, and family support.
"Brilliant course, highly recommended. Each module has clear aims, objectives & good reflections on areas covered, building into the next topics. The supporting resources are a fantastic addition to the FLC / FLR and HR tool kit."
"Whatever your background, be it, policing, corporate world or anywhere your professional response to crisis is important to you - this course is essential! I learnt a great deal and really enjoyed the training. I could not recommend it highly enough."
Angela Wilson Consultancy Ltd
"...the most robust course I have ever undertaken. It involved in depth distance learning, experiential learning, scenario-based learning...The instruction given by Martin and his colleague was exceptional."