MEET THE TEAM
IAN
Director
Ian served as a police officer for 30 years with 20 years of that as a Special Branch Officer.
During that time he specialised in Close Protection Operations and training, which involved the protection of the Royal Family and politicians, including Prime Ministers and visiting international diplomats.
Ian was also a specialist in anti-terrorism and was commended 3 times for his work working alongside the British Security Services.
After founding Cobra in 2002, Ian has recruited some of the best instructors in the UK and has established an enviable reputation for excellence in the security industry. Ian has gained over 20 years training experience, including many years as a consultant for clients such as Embassies and Global Security Companies.
THERESA W
Office Manager, Instructor.
Theresa is a Cobra-trained Close Protection Operative. She is responsible for the overall management of Cobra UK Security and will be your invigilator for your exams.
She has over 15 years experience within the security industry. Theresa has worked as a security Operations Manager, Projects Manager as well as teaching SIA courses such as DS, CCTV, Top Ups and Physical Intervention. She also teaches First Aid as and when required
When she's not ensuring the administration is up to date and on point, she is working as the National Security Manager for a major logistics company, managing in excess of 350 officers on a daily basis with the support of her operations team.
SCOTT
Senior Consultant, Close Protection
Scott is our senior consultant and brings to Cobra his wealth of experience in the Metropolitan Police, where he was a senior officer in the elite Royalty and Specialist Protection Department (RaSP).
Scott was the training lead and Course Director for the UK Police National Protection Officer Course and specialises in high profile protective security operations. He was the Personal Protection Officer for H.M. King Charles for the last five years of his police career and following retirement has used his considerable skills in the private sector, including a senior role in the security of the Commonwealth Games.
SARAH
Centre Manager
Sarah is a qualified Close Protection Officer with over 13 years’ experience of operations and training.
Sarah now manages the centre administration, with responsibility for compliance and student development.
STEVE
Development & Logistics
A business graduate and former police officer, Steve is in charge of our company development and logistics. He brings to Cobra a wealth of business and project management experience. He heads up our business management team and customer service department, ensuring that our customers receive the very highest standard of service and training.
Steve is tasked with moving the company forward both with training and operational work over the next 5 years.
JACK
Marketing / Tech
Jack is a qualified Close Protection Officer of 6 years' experience and has further specialised in Search, Surveillance and First Aid.
Jack now manages the tech and marketing arms of Cobra.
MITCHELL
Instructor
Mitch is a vastly experienced Close Protection Officer with extensive experience of Door Supervision work.
He has worked as a CPO with 'A' list celebrities including Taylor Swift, Robert De Niro, Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Conor McGregor.
He brings a wealth of experience to the Cobra Operational and Training team.
NICK P
Instructor
Nick is a seasoned CPO and SIA instructor from Billericay, Essex.
He is a qualified Maritime Security Officer, and has worked aboard cruise ships around the world, most recently returning from Japan and South Korea.
He has extensive experience within the security industry both in the field and within management, most notably within NHS.
He is currently touring with a variety of famous comedians on their UK tours.
RYAN
Instructor
A former Cobra student who has worked extensively in Security for a number of years.
Ryan has extensive experience of guarding, door supervision, and over recent years Close Protection, working with Cobra operational teams on CP projects including the protection of senior politicians.
MARK
Hostile Environment training and Operational Consultant
Mark is a Danish Special Forces veteran who worked with the British Special Forces (SBS) specialising in Counter Terrorism and Diplomatic Security in UK and Hostile
areas.
He is a tactical Firearms Instructor including the Instruction of the Spanish Armed Forces, Danish Military, Spanish Gaurdia Civil and National / Local law enforcement agencies. He has also conducted training for the New York Police Department (NYPD).
He was the lead Firearms Instructor for the Ecuadorian Govt including the Presidential security close protection team. Mark has experience in leading an anti terrorism team on board the worlds largest cruise ship, as he is an expert in boat security. Mark has worked all over the world including all hostile areas asa hostile Close Protection Officer. He will assess abilities in Coventry and London using our own Police laser system in the UK, before providing advice and guidance on live fire training in
Europe under his guidance and tuition. He will provide advice on employment, training and operating in hostile areas for students who are interested in working
abroad.
COBRA OPERATIVES
Cobra prides itself on quality.
Although we cannot guarantee employment after students complete their training, students with exceptional skill and mindset are added to Cobra's list of operatives, and may be offered operational work when it is available and suitable.
