Panoptic Solutions - Australia & Asia Security & Risk Management

Panoptic Solutions is trusted by some of the most influential organisations and individuals in the world to prepare crisis, protection and contingency plans; and operations for potentially high risk situations. 

Clients include:
	Producers in media and television 
	High Net Worth, Influential individuals and their family's
	Key personnel of local to multinational companies
	Extreme sporting events & organisers

Services include:
	Advance travel scope, preparation and contingency
	Provision of professional hostile environment experienced personnel for protection
	Corporate, Executive & VIP Protection 
	Risk Management & Risk Assessments
	On-hand First Response medical assistance by trained Paramedics, Doctors & Nurses
	Medical, Security & Specialist Travel Awareness Training 

We carefully select and scrutinize specialist personnel to provide the services of Panoptic Solutions. People with proven track records across a broad range of abilities for all your executive and corporate security matters ranging from former military, law enforcement to emergency service personnel. You can trust the Panoptic Solutions Team to keep you safe from harms way with the value add of your assigned Team being qualified in advanced medical procedures. 

Panoptic Solutions offers you a complete and holistic approach to your health, safety & security.

Business Manager

Executive Protection | Operations Manager

Wheels Up by Panoptic Solutions

Welcome to the Wheels Up podcast, the resource to help business, executive and VIP travellers stay safe on the ground and in the air. Join travel security and executive protection expert Troy Claydon as he shares tips on how to give yourself or those in your care a safe journey no matter where your travels take you.

Wheels Up Podcast Co-Host

Board of Executive Protection Professionals (BEPP)

Technical Committee Member

Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services

The Northern Territory Police Force, Police Tactical Group, the Territory Response Group maintains the capabilities to deal with Counter Terrorism and High Risk Policing incidents, Search and Rescue, Close Personal Protection for Internationally recognised protected persons and the bomb response for the whole of the Northern Territory.

Clients include:
	Visiting Commonwealth Heads of Government
	Department of Defence heads and visiting international dignitaries
	Australian and Commonwealth Heads of Government

Services include:
	Close Quarters Tactical Resolutions
	Covert Physical Surveillance and Apprehensions
	Dignitary Protection
	Risk Management & Risk Assessments
	Tactical Medic
	Search And Rescue mission management and planning 

Prior to joining the TRG in 2013 Ben held positions in Covert Surveillance, Investigations and General Duties Policing among urban and regional remote postings.

Territory Response Group, Operator (Police Tactical Grouo)

#OzEP | I help UHNWI's & Execs travel safely and discreetly in the APAC region

Imagine James Bond had a big eared ginger step child who decided to trade in his tuxedo for a poorly pressed coppers uniform, that enjoyed a healthy dose of "getting shit done", you might have something close to the answer as to why you’ll keep reading. 

Where I started was as a (Northern) "Territory" (pronounced teh-ri-chree) bush cop and spent my career living in the red dirt, flies and incredible heat of the remotest parts of Australia only to end up navigating my way to balancing on the fine line between order and chaos in Executive Protection, all while maintaining a friendly Aussie accent, even when the situation is anything but.

It’s genuinely been a kick arse ride, if you consider the dirtbikes doing search and rescue, shooting at the range, day in day out, blowing s… up, breaching strongholds and then acting all civilised on Dignitary Protection jobs. Started out Policing, realised while cuffing the odd baddie was all well and good, there was a whole world of legit operations out there that would be far more enticing if only I could meet the standard. And so, I entered the pipeline for selection,  afterwards would see me traverse selection assessments, internal and external Australian National Counter Terrorism level tactical training courses all the while dipping my toes into entrepreneurial business, national political advisory roles (even tipping my hat into the arena twice unsuccessfully) and later kicking goals with a multi-million dollar firm, Panoptic Solutions, whilst maintaining a somewhat stern yet friendly demeanor (my daughters calls it a resting fury face) and enjoying constantly being a larrikin.

Australia and the Asia Pac region, protecting some of the world’s most influential principals with a kind of quiet efficiency that would make even the most hardened British butler nod in approval. I've also shown a knack for writing and enjoying a bit of story telling, interviewing and podcasting because I'm not merely content with ensuring the safety of others but also growing a business as well.

Of course, I am the sort who believes in leading by example because I came from the frontlines, and if you’re unsure of where to find me, it's out on the tools, making sure everything is running as smooth as a well-oiled machine. I just might be the kind of bloke you’d want on your side in a wrestle – as long as you don’t mind me having a chuckle about it afterwards. 

Because after all, there’s work to be done, and in true stoic fashion, I'm not one to let emotions get in the way of a job well done. Unless it's a bloody good laugh.

Ben Hosking

UNIK SECURITY LTD

*Create and develop the companies policies, documentations, administrative support and procedures. Monitor all processes  to ensure compliance issues are intact , licensing requirements, or applicable government security requirements, policies, and directives.

*Planning, implementing and daily management of all security projects and operations for the company; continuous monitoring on their progress and make recommendations and changes whenever necessary. Conduct regular site visits inspection as and when required.

*Responsible for recruiting, supervising and training of security personnel as well an enforcing discipline when required

*Control and monitoring of security operational expenses, financial control on projects, submitting proposal and documentation processes

*Implement strategic business development locally and overseas, meeting new clients for potential business opportunities as well  maintaining and fostering relationship with existing clients and industry peers

*Keep abreast of changes in executive legislative directives or new technologies impacting security operations 

*Operational planning and carrying out Executive Protection tasks as and when required for specific clients

Director Of Operations

Asia Security And Protection Group

*Primarily responsible for proactively developing and establishing relationships with a broad range of clientele  and  business development  to capture the contracts and events throughout Asia region and beyond. 

*Executive Protection duties  for exclusive clienteles, UHNWI and VVIPs. Operating  globally, to organise, manage  and implement Executive Protection  team for deployment for the above to ensure security, transportation and travel  logistics are effectively met and implemented accordingly.

*Training and development of Executive Protection & Security related courses; Lead instructor in Krav Maga  Defensive Tactics System and Firearms  training course for private clientele, corporations and government units.

*Stays abreast of competition and industry trends that may impact security operations. Conduct business intelligence gathering and respond appropriately and effectively.

*Recruit, train and supervise security officers and guards on various deployment and events assigned as well  evaluating performance, or disciplining.

*Plan and coordinate security operations and implement appropriate measures for special and high risk events.

*Driving Customer Service across all areas of delivery.

*Operational leadership and critical decision making when applicable or as required.

Operations Director - Hong Kong

Private Indivdual (UHNWI)

* Provide Executive Protection duty  for the safety and personal security for a UHNWI & family members.

* Mitigate threats and vulnerabilities via investigation, proactive means, site visits, and pre planning security at events on a daily basis. Review material, conduct investigations and counter surveillance to ensure the safety and security of the Principle.

* Travel with the Principal as needed including extended worldwide travel, following operational plans and trip requirements as directed.

* Maintain proficiency in relevant protective services training, as required by for the Executive Protection Team and Drivers on a regular basis.

* Manage and maintenance of the Residential Security operations and electronic security systems for the relevant locations as well all facet of operation pertaining the executive protection for the principle.

* Responsible for administrative duties, recruitment, development  of the  EP Team and management of  daily operations.

Team Manager - Executive Protection

Melco Resorts & Entertainment

*Team Leader for Executive Protection team with operations spanning over 3 geographic locations (Hong Kong, Macau & Manila) comprising of over 25-30 personnel in the provision Close Protection duties to the Chairman and immediate family members to ensure their safety and safety is not compromised; Implement stringent security measure and due diligence for the above in a variety of environment to include corporate, residential and academic locations as well as social events domestically and overseas as situations warrant and as directed.
 
* Continuous risk assessment surveys of daily operations and special functions to define, implement and execute appropriate security measures, and make appropriate recommendations for procedures and systems required for maintaining and enhancing overall organization of the Executive Protection team to safeguard the security of the Principle and family members.
 
*Tasked as Instructor to conduct regular in house VIP Protection training for all members of the Executive Protection Team and periodic updates on the job as required including 3rd Party Protection, Firearms Training, Escort Formation, Vehicle Drills and IED searches. 
 
* Conduct Security advances and logistical supports for events, venues and travel activities in Hong Kong, Macau, Philippines, Asia region and beyond. Operate in a highly dynamic environment while facing aggressive time constraints in domestic and international settings. 
 
*Interact in a professional manner with other Senior Executives and other departments, external security personnel or other external individuals for all facet pertaining security and safety arrangement of the Principle as it requires.

Team Leader - Executive Protection

Fubon Bank (Hong Kong) Limited

*Initially employed by the late Dr.Mike Murad - C.E.O. of International Bank of Asia(IBA) as the Manager for the Corporate Wellness Programme. I was brought on board and  redesigned and managed a fully comprehensive Fitness Centre  and develop  pioneering concept in Corporate Wellness Programme at the Banks Headquarter and managed a full team of in house instructors and sub contractors from health & fitness industry. Also assigned direclty as Personal Trainer and Wellness Adviser to the C.E.O., to ensure his health and well being is optimised through regular exercise and dietary plan.

*Due to the close working relationship I had developed with the C.E.O. and  as  a direct result and  the significant impact of the  9/11 incident.  I was selected and undertook  formal training in Close Protection in early 2002. This naturally progressed onto the role of providing  Executive Protection for the CEO on a daily basis. The role also expanded to providing Executive Protection  to other visiting VIP guests to the bank and included visiting Dignitaries and Royal Family members from the Middle East region, Former Head of State, Finance Ministers and other VIPs.

*In April 2005; due to company restructuring, IBA was acquired by Fubon Bank (Taiwan);  I was internally transferred to Security Division and  served  in the capacity as Security Manager. Reporting directly to the Head of Security, my  main duties involved the  Executive Protection for the Chairman and immediate family members of Fubon Bank (Taiwan and Hong Kong Ltd). 

*In addition, I  was also  responsible for the overall physical, electronic and procedural security system for the banks headquarter,  their offsite operational centers, regional offices and retail branches throughout Hong Kong, Kowloon and the NT Region. Other roles included  being the  principle liaison  for on behalf of the bank for various Law Enforcement Agencies and criminal investigations related matters.

Security Manager

Executive Protection/ Corporate Security / Krav Maga Defensive Tactics Instructor

Security Operative with extensive experience in  Executive Protection within the financial sector and the gaming industry; Serving  primarily to  UHNWI, CEOs, VIPs in various corporate settings. Also  tasked on numerous special assignments for Middle Eastern Royalties in the capacity of Team Leader and Managerial role. Highly knowledgeable  in corporate security environment  along with formal close protection training  and instructor credentials to teach defensive tactics and firearms skills.

Natural leader, ability to work well within team environment as well as operate independently. 

Self Motivated, with strong  analytical skills and ability to work under pressure in  problem solving and results driven.

Reliable, trustworthy, loyal, dependable, robust and resilient.

Certified Krav Maga Instructor (Israeli Hand to Hand Combat System); - VIP Protection & Defensive Tactics ; conducted specialist training courses for a broad  range of clientele from civilians, Close Protection Team, Corporate Security Team, Private Security Companies, Special Law Enforcement Tactical Units, Foreign Government Units, Foreign  Diplomats, Financial Institutions and Education Establishments.

Certified  Tactical Instructor by Israeli Tactical School in  Firearms & Tactics. Provided training courses for civilians, private security companies, Executive Protection Teams.

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