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Professional Security Career Progression: Nick Gilling’s Journey

April 15, 2026

At Professional Security, we’re proud to highlight the people shaping our business every day. This week, we’re shining a spotlight on Nick Gilling, whose journey from hospitality into security shows just how diverse and rewarding a career in the industry can be.

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Professional Security Career Progression: Kerry Jones’ Journey in Security Operations

April 7, 2026

Kerry Jones’ 22-year security career is a story of grit, resilience, and progression. For 14 years he balanced two jobs while running a family workshop and an MMA gym. Today, as Operations Manager for the South and South West of England, he oversees dozens of venues, hundreds of staff, and a growing regional portfolio – showing what true career growth looks like.

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Supporting International Women's Day 2026
International Women’s Day 2026

March 8, 2026

This International Women’s Day, we support White Ribbon UK and recognise colleagues helping prevent violence against women and girls.

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Behind the Badge: Lashan Willis

March 4, 2026

Lashan Willis has been part of the Professional Security team for almost six months, having earned her SIA badge in August – marking around seven months in the security industry so far.

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Women on the Frontline: Changing the Face of Security

February 26, 2026

The security industry has long battled stereotypes and for women stepping into frontline roles, those assumptions can be even stronger. For Caitlin, however, challenging the stereotype wasn’t simply a goal. It was her purpose from day one.

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Behind the Badge: From Rugby League to the Front Door at Fibre, Leeds

February 16, 2026

Meet one of our Head Door Supervisors who’s recently stepped into a leading role at one of the biggest nighttime venues in our hometown of Leeds – Fibre.

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Planning Event Security Early

February 11, 2026

With rising demand for SIA-licensed and Level 2 spectator-trained staff, increased compliance expectations, and more complex crowd dynamics, early security planning is no longer a “nice to have”  it’s essential. 

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National apprenticeship Week – Meet Dave Andrews

February 10, 2026

Having turned 50 the previous year, it had been 33 years since I completed my A-Levels, which made the thought of returning to education feel daunting. I was concerned that I might be too old to start learning again and felt nervous about balancing studying alongside a busy work schedule.

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World Cancer Day

February 3, 2026

On World Cancer Day, we reflect on the role business leadership plays in supporting cancer research, highlighting the impact of Business Beats Cancer and Cancer Research UK.

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