Association of Security Consultants restructures leadership team

July 13, 2026
Association of Security Consultants' restructures leadership team

Following its Annual General Meeting last month, the Association of Security Consultants confirmed a newly elected and restructured leadership team to take the Association into its next phase.

The Annual General Meeting provided an opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of existing Board members whose leadership and commitment have helped guide the Association through a period of significant progress.

The ASC extended its appreciation to Simon Crane, Lee Doddridge, Michelle Elkins MBE, Nigel Cook, Frank Doherty, Dennis Roe, and Roger Noakes for their ongoing support of the Association’s objectives, and recognised Ken Graham for his significant contribution over the years.

Following the completion of the election process, Christopher Aldous, Danny Moody, and Archie Phillips were formally introduced into the newly elected Board of Directors.

Opportunity to review

The election process also provided an opportunity to review and update leadership responsibilities across the Board, resulting in the following structure, supported by the ASC CEO, Gary Thomas:

  • Simon Crane – Chair, International Development & CSyP Lead
  • Lee Doddridge – Vice Chair & Events Lead
  • Michelle Elkins MBE – Communications Lead
  • Nigel Cook – SABRE Lead
  • Frank Doherty – Treasurer & Membership Lead
  • Roger Noakes – Membership
  • Dennis Roe – Academic Engagement & Professional Development Lead
  • Christopher Aldous – SABRE Development
  • Danny Moody – CSyP & Membership
  • Archie Phillips – Academic Engagement & Professional Development

The enhanced leadership structure reflects the Association’s commitment to supporting a growing membership base while ensuring dedicated oversight across key areas including professional development, communications, membership engagement, events, international collaboration, SABRE, and CSyP.

Growing membership

Commenting on the Association’s journey, the ASC Chair Simon Crane said: “A growing membership brings growing responsibilities. We’ve expanded our leadership team to meet them and to ensure the Association is well placed for the years ahead.

“Our returning directors have laid the foundation; our new members are here to build on it.”

Looking ahead, the ASC remains focused on advancing professional standards, supporting practitioner development, fostering industry collaboration and championing the value of independent security consultancy.

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