The Walt Disney Company, EMEA Security Team joins IFPO UK & Ireland

The International Foundation of Protection Officers UK & I (IFPO UK) is delighted to welcome Disney EMEA Security as Corporate Members and their entire security team as Individual Members.

The Walt Disney Company is one of the biggest, best-known and most respected companies in the world, so IFPO UK is especially proud that they have joined. The company and their security team pride themselves on personal and career development, diversity, equity & inclusion, talent retention and employee welfare. 

All these factors align closely with the IFPO mission to support security professionals, especially those on the frontline, in their careers and to promote wellbeing.

In addition to their membership, IFPO and learning partner, Nuology, will be delivering its accredited learning packages both online and in person, over the next year, to various parts of the security team who work on facilities, theatres and events.

Scott Paterson CPP PSP, Director of Security Operations – Europe, Middle East & Africa, said: “Investment in personal development and training for all our Security Officers and Supervisors is paramount to the success of enabling our business to operate in a safe and secure environment.

“We welcome the opportunity to further enhance this with bespoke and accredited courses through IFPO meeting the needs of both the Security Officers and our company. We have a multi-pronged approach to training and the IFPO angle will only add value to our Security Officers, further motivating them within their role, and providing them continued progressive education as we collectively work to Protect the Magic.

Mike Hurst CPP CPOI Director of IFPO UK & I commented: ”Disney EMEA Security’s commitment to ensuring its team are well trained, supported and motivated is fantastic and we are delighted to have them on board.”