Wheels Up - Safety and Security for Business, Executive and VIP Travellers Podcast Troy Claydon

Welcome back to the Wheels Up Podcast, we have taken a bit of a break but we are back and better than ever!
On today's episode Troy chats to Panoptic employee and new co-host of the Wheels Up Podcast, Ben Hosking. Ben has incredible stories and history of past work and is a wealth of knowledge. They also delve into what the podcast is going to look like this year and the plethora of guests that will be joining them for a conversation.
 
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Panoptic Solutions has partnered with PFC for several years. This allows PFC's clients to travel to APAC and access world-class services via Panoptic Solutions, and vice-versa for Panoptic Solutions clients who travel to the US and beyond. 

 
The partnership is based on trust and credibility, understanding that either company would only refer a distant service to their clients of the same standard as their own. The similarities don't stop there! Along with the ethos and attention to detail, PFC Group of Companies have an expansive network of verified vendors and services that they provide.

 
See how Panoptic Solutions is a trusted partner for companies that are based in the US.
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Returning from Iraq after her time as a private military contractor and ending her career in the military, Neryl Joyce looked for a new career that would professionally challenge and motivate her like her previous roles. She made an unusual move and became an Operations Manager at the Christmas Island Detention Centre where she faced an intense couple of years.
In this episode, find out how Neryl dealt with being in a high intensity environment while explaining the conditions of the centre and how she handled some high profile incidents.
(See here for episode 1 of this discussion)
Highlights:
Conditions of the Christmas Island Detention Centre
Dealing with a high intensity environment that has no policies and procedures
Safety and security issues
Negotiating with refugees
The December 2010 refugee boat incident
How to process extreme situations
Working on the new Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre
Mercenary Mum - Neryl’s journey from young mother to Baghdad bodyguard
What it takes to be a good leader
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Working within the male dominated field of defence and surrounded by boy’s club culture, Neryl Attkins faced many challenges. Her journey as a woman in the armed forces made it harder for her to be heard and stand her ground in particular situations.
In this episode, you will hear Neryl’s incredible journey, discharging from the Australian Army to become a private military contractor and how she dealt with numerous events, such as protecting Tier 1 targets in Baghdad and the Root Irish incident, where she lost some close colleagues.
Highlights:
Working as an Australian Army officer
Her time in the Australian Army’s elite close personal protection unit.
How the Australian Army close personal protection operatives course differs from Ronin SA
Moving from the Australian Military Police to a private military contractor in Iraq
Protecting the Iraqi Electoral Commissioners - VIP’s with Tier 1 targets
Realisation of being in a war zone
Root Irish incident explained
Criticism of management during the Root Irish incident
What should security operatives take away from this Root Irish incident
Identifying risks without fear from backlash
Completing Ronin SA after her time in the force.
Taking back control when feeling powerless after the Root Irish incident
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Troy Claydon and Steve Albritton delve deep into setting up your own security industry business. If you’re even thinking about starting your own security business, this episode is a must.
Not only do they discuss how to open a security business in Australia and the United States of America, but they also get real honest when talking about their own mistakes and give you set of essential tips needed to get you started.Episode Highlights: 
You can own your own business and just be you
Approximately, 80% of businesses within the security world are contractors
Mistakes Troy and Steve made when starting out
A mentor is a must
The one biggest mistake that’ll ruin your name/company
Not every competitor is an enemy
Partnering up
A word on licensing
Insurance is a must
Be prepared to float yourself
Marketing is all about finding the right tactic
Art to networking – Don’t be a leach
Basic tips for newcomers
Upskill and continue to train
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Former stunt actor, Russell Price, has worked alongside some of the greatest martial arts actors in the world, like Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Aside from his work as a stunt actor, he has an impressive resume with 10 years in the British Royal Marines, 40 years in the martial arts space and 23 years working within the security industry internationally. Not to mention, he has a 6-dan Black Belt in Shotokan Karate and was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2015.In this podcast, Russ discusses how his previous experiences have shaped his work in the security industry while giving you some practical tips to looks out for when travelling.
Highlights
How martial arts can help shape a career in security
Acting with Jet Li in one of the coolest fight scenes you’ll see in a movie
Working with Jackie Chan
Why prominent people like Jean-Claude Van Damme need close protection services
How to stay alert when travelling
Working with the U.S Secret Services and the European Dignitary Protection Unit
Challenges faced when emigrating from the U.K to Australia in the security world
Camp Black - the reboot for brain and body retreat
Ebook – The Seven Golden Secrets
 
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