International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) UK welcomes two new members to its advisory board, Darren Chalmers-Stevens and Chris Middleton.
Darren Chalmers-Stevens
Darren Chalmers-Stevens
Darren Chalmers-Stevens joined the personal safety software firm CriticalArc in 2013. As managing director, Darren is responsible for delivery of sales, operations, support and strategic partnerships in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.
Previously, Darren served as vice president, EMEA for VidSys, Inc., where he led year-on-year triple-digit growth for three years. Prior to that, he was the technology development lead for ADT Fire & Security and he also held senior leadership positions at IBM and CNL Software.
Darren regularly participates in speaking engagements at security events. When he is not meeting with clients and attending industry events, Darren enjoys spending time with his family and putting down some miles on his road bike.
Chris Middleton Dip ML
Chris Middleton Dip ML
After working in recruitment for Michael Page, Chris wanted something with more career options and stability, following the birth of his first son when 22.
“So I started my career as a young security officer at Freshfields international law firm and went on to hold senior manager positions at Ernst & Young, Pricewaterhousecoopers, Deloitte, and Marsh & McLennan Companies," he said. "I am now a security director back with ABM providing strategic direction of our ever-growing 74+ security contracts across the UK.”
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International Foundation for Protection Officers Mission Statement
Mission Statement Part I.
The International Foundation for Protection Officers provides professional learning opportunities for security practitioners, to impart the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to maximize job performance and enhance career potential.
Purpose: to make a positive difference in the quality of the participant’s job performance and elevate the professional status of students who partake of our learning opportunities.
Business: to supply committed security practitioners with a quality education to help achieve their highest potential and provide recognized accreditation for successful completion of educational goals.
Values: commitment, integrity, responsibility, and standards of excellence, provide the platform that supports our journey as we pursue our mission.
Vision Statement
Commitment to Excellence: To be the recognized center of excellence and primary provider of education and training products and services to the security industry.
Mission Statement Part II.
“The International Foundation for Protection Officers is committed to the support and professional development of protection officers and supervisors. Through advocacy, promoting training standards, and providing accessible training, education and certification opportunities, we seek to enhance their professional standing as well as increase and diversify the value of the vital services they provide.”
