PROFESSIONAL BODYGUARD ASSOCIATION - Key Persons


CRAIG KNOWLES

Job Titles:
  • CEO and Global Head of Centre
Craig is innovative and always looking for new and better ways to do things, whether through cutting-edge technology or creative problem-solving, He is committed to pushing the boundaries and finding new solutions to the challenges our clients face.

DAVID SPANGENBERG

Job Titles:
  • Head of Centre ( SA )
Since joining the Professional Bodyguard Association David has consistently brought passion and dedication to developing our South African base.

EBRIMA JOOF

Job Titles:
  • Head of Legal and Compliance
Ebrima is deeply passionate about his work, and it is this passion that drives us to deliver exceptional results and continually push ourselves to improve where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.

ERIKA van VUUREN

Job Titles:
  • Snr PHEM Instructor ( SA )
Erika's popularity and respect among her colleagues and students, for her expertise in teaching FPOS (First Person on Scene) and FREC (First Response Emergency Care) is well known. Her ability to teach these subjects anywhere in South Africa is due to her extensive experience and knowledge in the field and her willingness to travel anywhere in the world.

FIONA BROWN

Job Titles:
  • Centre Invigilator and Administrator
Fiona plays a crucial role in ensuring that the examinations or tests are conducted in a fair and controlled environment, free from any form of cheating or misconduct while being responsible for maintaining order and discipline as well as verifying the identity of candidates.

GAVIN J. RICHARDSON

Job Titles:
  • Head of Training ( UK ) and Sensei of Sho Go Ryu Karate School
Gavin is a highly motivated and effective leader in his role as Head of Training with the energy and drive for inspiring the team, encouraging them to work hard and strive for excellence. With his enthusiasm for taking on challenges, Gavin is able to identify areas where the team can improve and implement effective strategies to achieve their goals.

JENNIFER FAGAN

Job Titles:
  • Support Instructor
Jen has a diverse academic and professional background. Her expertise in Middle Eastern studies, including culture, history, religion, and languages, coupled with her extensive travel experience in the MENA region, gives her a unique perspective on the region. Her entrepreneurial experience, coupled with her qualifications in TESOL, health and social care, and personal training, suggests that she has a strong work ethic and a passion for helping others.

LORENZO van VUUREN

Job Titles:
  • PHEM Instructor ( SA )
Lorenzo's knowledge and enthusiasm for the subjects of FPOS (First Person on Scene) and FREC (First Response Emergency Care) being specialized areas of emergency medical care that require advanced training and expertise are valuable attributes that he brings to his teaching.

TOM LOCKHART

Job Titles:
  • TSCM Specialist Instructor
After 22 years in the British Army, including 16 years with the UK Special Forces Tom dedicated much of his career to the development of new equipment and operational techniques in the fight against terrorism with a specific emphasis on the gathering of audio and video intelligence.