FOUNDING MEMBERS
Professional and Experienced in the field
Eugene Geyer
DIRECTOR/CEO
Eugene joined the South African Defense Force (SADF) in 1993 and after his basic training, immediately joined selection for the elite South African Special Forces (1 and 5 Reconnaissance Regiments). He continued his career in the new South African National Defense Force (SANDF) – Special Forces.
He received training in Urban Operations and Hostage Release; Rural Operations and Survival; Executive Protection and Advanced Driving; Combat Demolitions and Improvised Explosive Devices; Reconnaissance (Small Teams) and Sniping; Operational Medical Orderly Level 6; Parachuting and High Altitude Low Opening infiltration techniques (HAHO/HALO); and other specialised training.
Eugene served as a Special Forces Operator in 5 Special Forces Regiment until 2003. He assisted and trained students as an Instructor in Weapons, Reconnaissance, Sniping, and Demolitions.
He gained valuable skills, knowledge and experience during his 10 years in the SADF and SANDF – Special Forces. During his time served he gained more knowledge, skills and experience in Tactical Operations both Urban and Rural as well as Executive Protection Operations as a tactical counter sniper for the executive protection teams on the ground.
He then spent approximately- 10 years in Iraq, 2 years in Libya, 3 years in Afghanistan, 2 years in Mozambique; where he gained even more experience as a PSD Team Leader/Operator, Security Escort Team Leader, Medical Coordinator, Risk Management Consultant and Security Advisor.
Eugene is also a registered Close Protection Officer with SASSETA, he achieved his International level 3 Diploma in Security Management at the Stonebridge Associated colleges, UK; and further continued to enhance his knowledge by continued studying in Security Management and Close Protection level 3 at City of Guilds (UK).
With his 10 years Military and 18 years International Security experience during his career he obtained vast knowledge and skills in the private security industry in various countries.
Eugene’s core skills consists of the following:
- Experienced manager of successful security organisations/institutions.
- Capable of liaising effectively with all customers and corporate clients.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills with all staff members, personnel, shareholders, and clients.
- Good track record of managing complex multifunctional projects in various environments. National and Internationally.
- Creating effective, informed and highly motivated personnel into a positive team focused on delivery.
- Possessing a responsible attitude, tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Flexibility and Integrity during crisis management.
- Cultural Diversity and understanding of different traditions and cultures within Africa and Middle East.
From 2004 till present, Eugene provided security, VIP protection and Private Security to clients globally i.e. Swiss Ambassador of Iraq, Staff of United States Department of Defense, United States Department of State – USAID, Staff of Oil and Gas Companies such as Shell, Technip, Exxon Mobil, ENI and many more, as well as members of the ANC. He also worked on UN contracts.
He is a valuable asset to the company with his skills, experience and knowledge base.
Lawrence Stokes
DIRECTOR/OPERATIONS
Lawrence joined the South African Police (SAP) in 1991. He gained experience in all facets of criminal activities and how to prevent and fight crime.
Lawrence completed his SAP SWAT training, where he trained to be a coin urban operative and deployed in rural areas with the South African Defense Force (SADF). He qualified to be an instructor, in SWAT for new police officers.
Lawrence received training in Urban Operations and Hostage Release; Rural Operations, Executive Protection and Advanced Driving; and other specialised training.
He was responsible for operational planning and the execution thereof. He was successful in recovering stolen fire arms and vehicles, and was dedicated to make a success in the crime fighting, which lead to the arrest of serious criminals. He studied the police law, and gained a lot of knowledge to fight the criminal world.
He also gained invaluable experience during his 7 years of tours to Mozambique and Somalia in the Private Security Industry, where he was a Team Leader, Instructor and Security and Risk Management Consultant, and Security Advisor at the UN.
Lawrence is also a registered Close Protection Officer, with his years of experience nationally and internationally, where he obtained vast knowledge and skills in the private security industry in various countries.
He is also trained as a Maritime operator and gained maritime experience during tours in Mozambique and Somalia on Security vessels.
Lawrence’s core skills consists of the following:
- Experienced manager of successful security organisations/institutions.
- Capable of liaising effectively with all customers and corporate clients.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills with all staff members, personnel, shareholders, and clients.
- Good track record of managing complex multifunctional projects in various environments. National and Internationally.
- Creating effective, informed and highly motivated personnel into a positive team focused on delivery.
- Possessing a responsible attitude, tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Cultural Diversity and understanding of different traditions and cultures within Africa.
From 1995 till present, Lawrence provided security, VIP protection and Private Security to clients globally and also worked on UN contracts.
He is a results-driven and dedicated professional with solid years of specialised experience in the SAP and personal security detail in Africa combined with diplomatic personal security, anti-piracy, risk management and critical incidents. He possess a credible ability in managing and performing complex tasks, which enable him to be a valuable asset to the company with his skills, experience and knowledge base.
