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Regional Manager

Maximising the potential for further growth, Showsec restructured their Northern and Scottish Operations at the end of 2017 and Tom Bailey was promoted to the position of Regional Manager.

Tom began his career with Showsec in 2005 whilst studying at university. With the drive and passion for operations and security, Tom began to climb the ladder as he became a Supervisor within two years of joining the company. Following this, he progressed to Operations Executive in 2011, before becoming Area Manager for operations in Central Manchester in 2015.

Always striving for excellence, Tom also became a graduate of the company’s own Management Development Programme and was Head of Security at Manchester Arena for a number of years. A savvy project manager, Tom managed major events which include; the Athletes Parade following the 2012 Olympics, the Paralympic marathon in London in the same year, Creamfields and Parklife festivals, the recent Rolling Stones stadium tour and homecoming parades for Manchester City and Manchester United.

Now Regional Manager for the North East, Tom looks after Newcastle, Leeds, and Sheffield and their surrounding areas, as well as Abderdeen and Inverness.

Regional Manager

Craig Bennett is Regional Manager for the North West. His management responsibilities encompass Showsec’s security operations across the North West of the country, including Manchester and Liverpool, as well as Glasgow, Edinburgh and surrounding areas.

Craig’s Showsec journey began whilst he studied to become a sports coach at Sheffield Hallam University. Working as a Steward in Sheffield in 2007, Craig progressed to a Supervisor and went on to graduate from Showsec’s Management Development Programme in 2011 and has held the position of Area Manager in both Sheffield and Greater Manchester before stepping up to Regional Manager.

Craig also holds an impressive festival portfolio as he has worked at nearly every major festival in the UK and has also been the Project Manager for Parklife Festival.

Regional Manager

Since joining Showsec as a casual worker in 2005, Ieuan has progressed through the company to Regional Manager for the South West in 2017.

Becoming Area Manager of Cardiff in 2009, Ieuan worked with Cardiff Student Union and Motorpoint Arena, and was a key player in the acquisition of the Cardiff City Council contract.

Relocating to the West Midlands as Area Manager in 2010, Ieuan was once again involved in winning the Birmingham City Council contract which positioned Showsec as a preferred security provider. In 2012, he project managed the 24/7 security and crowd management for Birmingham’s German Christmas market for a 60-day duration.

Other notable events with the growth of the area included the delivery of services to V Festival North between 2013-2017, and ongoing contracts with Ricoh Arena and Silverstone.

During his time in the West Midlands, Ieuan acted as head of security for many large events including Silverstone British Grand Prix, Birmingham Olympic torch relay and Godiva Festival.

In 2017, Ieuan became Regional Manager for the South West overseeing the South Central and Wales and the South West areas. Ieuan also takes an active role delivering parts of the Showsec Management Development Program too.

Regional Manager

When Showsec restructured their operation in the Southern region, Paul Legge stepped up to a new position of Regional Manager for London and the South East.

The restructure involved dividing the South of the country into two better-proportioned regions which allowed Paul to focus specifically on the growth and potential achievements of the South East.

Paul started at Showsec as an Operations Executive in 2006 before being quickly promoted to the role of Area Manager for London two years later. Operations in London expanded rapidly, and Paul worked through the growth as a key player for seven years.

His experience and knowledge of the area and security meant that Paul possessed all the credentials to make the move up to the position of Regional Manager when the opportunity arose.

Over the years, Paul has worked with many multi-purpose, entertainment venues in the capital including Earls Court, the Eventim Apollo Hammersmith and the Roundhouse which all hold both busy and exciting schedules. Paul has also managed at major events such as Wireless, Field Day, Wilderness and Lovebox along with an impressive collection of high profile London events.

Regional Manager

Michael is the Regional Manager for London & the South East of the United Kingdom. Michael started his Showsec journey in 2011 as an external entrant on Showsec’s Management Development Programme in the capital city. Whilst gaining his qualification in Crowd Management, Michael worked in Head of Security roles across venues in Oxford, Reading, and London, while also progressing to an Operations Executive. Whilst working at venues and projects within the London area and internationally, Michael made the progression to Area Manager in 2017. During his tenure as Area Manager, he built upon pre-existing relationships with high-profile clients and reinforced the quality of the company’s service delivery within the London West area. Michael worked towards enhancing Showsec’s footprint internationally by project managing several high-profile events abroad and at home.

With degrees in Business Management and Crowd Management, Michael understands the importance of maintaining client and stakeholder relationships and is exceptional at managing commercials. As a forward-thinker with an analytical mind, he holds crucial knowledge and experience in the events industry, with skills in CCTV operations, door supervision, close protection, and is qualified in the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health.

Holding crucial organisational skills, Michael is an impressive project manager and has managed many prominent events such as: MTV EMA’s, the inaugural Invictus Games ceremonies in 2014, the Paralympic Marathon 2012, Our Greatest Team GB Parade 2012, the Tour de France, VE Day at 70, Nickelodeon’s Kids' Choice Awards, UEFA Champions League Final – Fan Meeting Point, ICC Cricket World Cup Launch 2019, to name a few.

He has also worked in high-level security roles for a collection of popular festivals and stadium events in backstage security, incident response, and Head of Security positions, including Lovebox, Wireless, Download, Bestival, V-Festival, and several stadium events for international touring artists such as Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Weeknd, Guns N' Roses, Depeche Mode, Madonna, Lady Gaga, amongst others.

Taking his experience into the classroom, Michael also delivers training on the Management Development Programme, shaping the future of the next generation of security professionals.

Assistant Regional Manager

Kayley Grieves took the Area Manager for South and East Yorkshire position in December 2017 and looks after the Utilita Arena Sheffield, O2 Academy, City Hall Sheffield & Connexin Live Hull among many others.

She became the Assistant Regional Manager for the North East in January 2025.

Kayley became a Showsec Supervisor at Lincoln’s Engine Shed in 2011 after graduating with a degree in Criminology from the University of Lincoln. For over a year, Kayley worked as a Door Supervisor at venues across the East Midlands and developed a passion for the crowd management and security industry.

After working at Download Festival in 2012, she gained a unique insight into the operational and project managing side of event security and having not received this with other security companies, Kayley placed her loyalty in Showsec. She embarked on and successfully graduated from Showsec’s bespoke Management Development Programme.

Kayley progressed to Leeds Operations Executive and for a number of years, she managed the area’s largest clients which included the Harrogate Conference Centre, Leeds City Council, and first direct Arena.

Kayley’s career highlights include project managing the companies overseas work in the Middle East, assistant project managing Creamfields (2014-2016) and taking on Head of Security for the MOBO awards hosted at the first direct Arena in 2017 and again in 2024 for the Sheffield MOBO awards. Kayley is also Head of Security at Tramlines Festival and Lost Village Festival.

Assistant Regional Manager

Andrew Edwards started his Showsec journey back in 2008. Working as a casual SIA in Bournemouth, he quickly progressed to Head of Security at Bournemouth Student Union. Deciding that he wanted to make a career in crowd management and security after discovering a love for the sector, he joined Showsec’s Management Development Programme in 2009 and graduated with a FdA in Crowd Safety and Management.

Appointed as the Project Manager for Bournemouth Student Union and O2 Academy Bournemouth, Andrew utilised his skills and gained valuable experience in the industry. Andrew was then promoted to Area Manager for South Central following an expansion within the Southern area: he now looks after the Oxford, Southampton and Bournemouth surrounding areas, working operationally with important stakeholders and meeting client demands. After a restructure Andrew was promoted to assistant Regional Manager for the South West. Andrew holds a Close Protection Licence and has a Portfolio of regular clients within the music and entertainment industry.

The first large contract win for Andrew was world-class Bournemouth Sevens Festival which attracts professional and amateur rugby, netball, dodgeball and hockey players to the bank holiday event.

Andrew has also held Senior Management roles at Cuffe and Taylor Shows, Multiple Large Stadium tours throughout the UK, The London NYE Fireworks, Silverstone and Bristol Harbour Festival. Andrew also works as part of the consultancy team working Internationally on large shows, countries include Kuala Lumpar, Mexico, Egypt, Saudi, Abu Dhabi, Dhabi, Qatar, France, Germany and Malta.

With a passion for the industry, Andrew is looking forward to developing and expanding the South West area with his professional and dedicated team.

Assistant Regional Manager

Tom began his Showsec journey in August 2007 as a Casual Event Steward in Manchester. His deep-rooted love for the city, coupled with a passion for live events, set the foundation for a flourishing career. After gaining his SIA licence, Tom quickly progressed into a Supervisory role, demonstrating a natural aptitude for leadership and operations.

In 2010, Tom successfully completed the Management Development Programme, equipping him with the skills and insight to take on greater responsibilities. He soon relocated to Newcastle, where he played a key role in security and operations at the Utilita Arena (formerly Metro Radio Arena), gaining valuable experience at one of the North East’s busiest venues.

Tom later returned to Manchester to become Area Manager for Central Manchester, a position he held with distinction for several years. In 2024, he brought his expertise to Merseyside, stepping into the role of Liverpool Area Manager. Shortly thereafter, in 2025, Tom was promoted to Assistant Regional Manager for the North West, a testament to his dedication, depth of experience, and continued impact across the region.

Tom brings with him unrivalled festival experience. His long-standing involvement with Parklife Festival dates back to its origins as Mad Ferret Festival at Platt Fields Park. Over the years, he has held key security roles at some of the UK’s most prominent festivals, including Download, Bestival, Camp Bestival, Lovebox, Wireless, V Festival, and BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend. Additionally, he has taken on senior responsibilities such as Project Manager and Gates Manager at Creamfields, consistently delivering excellence in high-pressure environments.

Assistant Regional Manager

Graeme’s journey in the Security and Crowd Management industry started back in 2006, and since then, he’s built a wealth of experience and expertise. Having been with Showsec for over seven years, Graeme has worked his way through the ranks, becoming a key member of the operations management team. A proud graduate of the Management Development Programme, he brings a perfect blend of strategic thinking and practical know-how to the table.

As Assistant Regional Manager, Graeme oversees Showsec’s service delivery across Scotland’s Central Belt and supports the North West region, including Manchester and surrounding areas. His role is all about ensuring smooth operations, from developing and implementing crowd management plans to advising clients on crowd safety. He’s also deeply involved in ensuring everything complies with relevant legislation, contractual obligations, and Showsec’s high service standards.

Over the years, Graeme has held several key roles at major events and venues. In 2019, he served as the Project Manager for the Royal Highland Show and has since played a pivotal role in managing operations for some of the UK’s most prominent festivals, including Lovebox, Creamfields, and Download. Currently, Graeme is part of the security management team for Parklife Festival, where he serves as the Crowd Management Coordinator. He also holds the position of Head of Security for Live from Wythenshawe Park, bringing his expertise to some of the UK’s most exciting events.

Before stepping into his current role, Graeme was Area Manager for Scotland Central from 2022 to 2025, where he kept everything running smoothly across a busy region. As Operations Executive, he worked on big-name contracts such as O2 Academy Glasgow, making sure every event was fully supported by solid security plans and safety measures.

Graeme’s qualifications are as impressive as his hands-on experience. He’s got an IOSH Managing Safely certification, Counter Terrorism and Scalable Mitigation training, and a range of SIA licences, including Door Supervision, Public Space Surveillance (CCTV), and Close Protection. He’s also trained in First Response and Emergency Care (FREC 3).

Known for his calm leadership and commitment to high standards, Graeme continues to play an instrumental role in enhancing Showsec’s service delivery and safety outcomes across the UK.

Assistant Regional Manager

Simon lives and breathes the events industry. Starting his career in hospitality management before moving into crowd management and event security seven years later, Simon is an expert in security and crowd management, client management, major project planning and management, and logistics.

Starting his Showsec career in 2008, Simon went on to graduate from our second-ever Management Development Programme a year later. As he became Operations Executive in London, Simon used his experience in staff, client, and account management, as well as his knowledge of live events, to quickly progress within the London team. He is now Assistant Regional Manager for the South East region.

Working as the 2012 Olympic Operations Coordinator, Simon worked alongside key stakeholders, including the Greater London Authority, the Metropolitan Police, and Transport for London, to ensure the safety of over 1.2 million visitors over 18 days.

Simon’s project management experience includes large-scale events such as Wireless Festival, the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the London New Year’s Eve Fireworks, the Tour de France, the Queen’s Funeral, and the King’s Coronation, to name a few.

Overseeing security operations and a management team across the South East, Simon works with an impressive portfolio of clients, including Identity Global, Live Nation, the London/Tottenham/Twickenham Stadiums, Eventim Apollo Hammersmith, the Camden Roundhouse, and several other clients within the region.

Regional Manager

Stephen’s Showsec journey started in April 2010 when the company won the contract to operate the security at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC). Stephen was asked by Showsec to transfer to the Scottish Highlands as Area Manager as he held a wealth of experience in previously managing the security in the leading venue and around the Aberdeen area.

Stephen started off in the security world as a Casual Event Steward way back in 1994, and since then he has worked his way up through the ranks to a Supervisor position, and then to a Senior Supervisor role. Since 1998, Stephen has held managerial positions at Showsec.

Maintaining excellent client relationships are important to Stephen: since joining Showsec with just the one venue, he has influenced an impressive range and portfolio of clients in the area including Aberdeen Football Club, Music Hall, Lemon Tree, Beach Ballroom, and Aberdeen City Council events, along with clients in Inverness and Dundee.

Stephen is no stranger to major events either and over the years he has worked on the Paralympic Athletes Parade in London, Download Festival, V Festival, Parklife and Creamfields to name a few. He was also part of the security Management Team in Saudi Arabia for the history-making concert installation as part of the Formula E racing programme.

Starting his career as an event steward in 2005, Tony frequently worked at venues across Newcastle including the O2 Academy. With the will to develop, he gained his SIA license in 2006 before his exceptional communication and natural management skills led him to continue in his progression to a Supervisor role.

When Showsec successfully won the contract for Northumbria Students Union in 2007, Tony was offered an operations executive position. In his role, he became Venue Manager.

With 6 years of experience in crowd management, security and operations; Tony was promoted to Newcastle Area Manager in 2011. He continued to grow the business within the North East of England, nurturing an impressive portfolio of clients including; Metro Radio Arena, the Boiler Shop, the City Hall, Theatre Royal, Northumbria Students Union, Durham County Council, SSD Concerts, Sunderland Association Football Club and Northumbria Sports Central.

From securing a string of won contracts and building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, Tony’s career highlights include successfully project managing and planning; Live from Times Square Events, Freedom on the Tyne Parade, Durham Lumiere, The Royal Highland Show and many more.

Beginning his career in 2008 as a Steward in Nottingham, Joe went on to not only hold a degree in Biology, but Crowd Safety Management and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education too. Using his knowledge of venue operations and leadership, Joe rapidly progressed to Venue Manager of Nottingham Arena before landing his current position of East Midlands Area Manager in 2011.

With transferable skills from his vast qualifications, Joe is exceptional at management and maintains strong client and stakeholder relationships. Joe works alongside Nottingham City Council, Derby City Council, Leicester City Council, and other local authorities. Joe’s expertise in serving football club shines as he delivers to; LCFC, SCFC, DCFC, BAFC, NFFC, NCFC, amongst other lower league sides.

Joe is Head of Security for Bloodstock Festival, Splendour, and for Leicester’s Diwali celebrations too. His familiarity with major events has left him in senior roles at leading festivals across the country. Joe also took on significant responsibilities at BT London Live; operating entrances to Hyde Park during the 2012 London Olympics.

Career highlights include project managing the security for the Pope’s 2010 visit and Download Festival from 2009 to 2016; Security Manager roles at the homecoming parades for Leicester City FC, the reinternment of King Richard III, and on the Queens visit to Leicester and Leicester Cathedral.