Member Spotlight: Ian Hackett
With 33 years of policing experience across Hong Kong and the UK, Ian Hackett is a highly skilled leader in firearms operations, public safety, and emerging security technologies.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Neil Catton (Chief Technology Officer)
With over 30 years of experience in technology leadership, Neil Catton serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of the Global Consortium Group (GCG), providing strategic and tactical guidance across all aspects of technology.
Member Spotlight: John Simpson, MSc
John Simpson brings over 35 years of experience in Fire and Emergency Response, including more than five years in Saudi Arabia, where he has provided strategic leadership in an evolving regulatory and security landscape.
Member Spotlight: Peter Dein
With over four decades in law enforcement, including 20 years in executive command, Peter Dein is a leader in counterterrorism, serious crime investigations, and national security strategy.
Member Spotlight: Michael ‘Mick’ Willing APM
With over three decades in policing, national security, and the private sector, Michael Willing APM GAICD is one of Australia’s most accomplished public safety leaders.
Welcoming Geoffrey Smith – A leader in Security, Counter terrorism, and Emergency Management
With over 40 years in policing and national security, Geoffrey Smith brings unparalleled expertise in counter-terrorism, risk management, and public safety strategy to the Global Consortium Group.
Webinar: Cybercrime is evolving – are we truly ready?
In this insightful fireside chat, Michael Newman, Director of Evidence-Based Practice at Global Consortium Group (GCG) and 2023 Churchill Fellow for Cybercrime, joins Neil Catton, GCG’s Chief Technology Officer, for a candid discussion on the realities of policing in the digital age, what businesses can consider to protect themselves against cybercrime, and more.
Together, they explore the findings of Michael’s groundbreaking new cybercrime paper and tackle the tough questions around fighting cybercrime today.
Whether you work in law enforcement, cybersecurity, or want to protect your own enterprise against cybercrime, this conversation is packed with timely insights, real-world examples, and forward-thinking recommendations.
Introducing Gary Ritchie: A Visionary Leader Joins Global Consortium Group
With over 30 years of experience and leadership in public safety, crisis management, and operational resilience, Gary’s expertise will drive forward innovative, impactful solutions for our clients.
Supporting the 45th Anniversary of the Headquarters Mobile Support Unit
We were honoured to be part of the Headquarters Mobile Support Unit’s 45th-anniversary celebration, proudly sponsoring tables at this significant milestone event.
Convergence, Continuity, and the Future of Law Enforcement in the Digital Age
Traditional criminal activities are no longer confined to physical spaces; they have seamlessly integrated into the digital and virtual worlds, creating a new era of complex, borderless, and persistent threats.
We explore these emerging challenges and the future of policing in the digital age.
Security & Policing 2025 at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre
We had the privilege of hosting senior leaders from the US, Canada, and the UK, who were in town for Security & Policing 2025 at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre last week.
Cybercrime in Today’s World – The Digital Battlefield We Can’t Ignore
In the digital age, crime has evolved far beyond traditional threats. Cybercrime is no longer a distant concern; it is an immediate and ever-growing crisis affecting individuals, businesses, and governments worldwide.
As we become more dependent on technology, cybercriminals are exploiting vulnerabilities with greater sophistication, using advanced tools such as artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and deepfake technology to commit fraud, launch ransomware attacks, and conduct espionage on an unprecedented scale.
Forging New Paths in Global Policing: Cultural Transformation Roundtable in Abu Dhabi
Recently the GCG, in collaboration with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and the UAE Ministry of Interior, helped facilitate a landmark two-day roundtable in Abu Dhabi, bringing together public safety leaders from around the world, to tackle the challenges head-on.