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- Simon Chen - CEO and founder of Eight BlackWelcome back to the Wheels Up Podcast. Today Troy and Ben are joined with Simon Chen who is the CEO and founder of Eight Black, a company based in Longmont, Colorado that provides high-performance consulting services to CEOs, as well as executive transportation and security solutions.[1][2][4]He founded Eight Black in 2013 and serves as the Chief Executive Officer, leading the company's operations and growth.[2] He served 8 years in the Australian Defence Force before entering private enterprise to work in his family business. He later moved across to the Telecommunication industry becoming an C suite level executive in the space. As his career progressed he lost the passion for the industry and found himself leaving to seek out a different future that ended up leading to running his own private hire black car service in Colorado.Eight Black operates brands like Eight Black Executive Transport, Alpenglow Express, Longmont Shuttle, and Boulder Shuttle, providing premium ground transportation, executive protection, security consulting, and concierge services.[2]Chen has extensive experience in the Asia-Pacific region, previously serving as the Managing Partner and Asia Pacific [2]He has expertise in areas like telecom consulting, business process outsourcing (BPO) strategy, web development, online marketing strategies (SEO, SEM, email marketing), and social media consulting.[2]Simon Chen is the entrepreneurial founder and CEO driving the growth of Eight Black, a multifaceted company offering consulting, transportation, security, and concierge services, with a focus on the technology sector and the Colorado region.[1][2][3][4]Links:[1] https://www.eightblack.com/management/simon-chen/[2] https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonjchen[3] https://globalbond.co/eight-black-simon-chen-visit-to-global-bond/[4] https://www.longmontleader.com/directory/taxi-limo-and-bus-services/eightblack-81102/contact/344325[5] https://www.linkedin.com/posts/simonjchen_executiveprotection-eightblack-activity-7196829562909904896-2cQF
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56 min - Dustin Osborne Sergeant with the Queensland Police Service (QPS)Welcome back to the Wheels Up Podcast. Today Troy and Ben are joined with Dustin Osborne who is a Sergeant with the Queensland Police Service (QPS) in Australia. He is also closely associated with ATMA, which stands for the Australian Tactical Medical Association and sits on several working boards involved with the betterment of Law Enforcement and Medical First Response.
He joined the Queensland Police Service in 2008 and has been attached to the Fortitude Valley Police Station as a general duties officer.[1][2]
Osborne is actively involved in promoting tactical first aid and medical training within the QPS.[3][4]
He has presented at ATMA conferences, including ATMC18 and ATMC19 (Australian Tactical Medical Conference), on topics related to tactical medicine and enabling life-saving interventions by police officers.[1][2][3][4]- At ATMC18, he delivered a presentation titled "Stop the Killing Enable the Living," highlighting the importance of tactical first aid for law enforcement.[1][2]- At ATMC19, he co-presented with Prue Snedden on "Tactical First Aid in Queensland Police," discussing the integration of tactical medical training within the QPS.[3][4]
Osborne is passionate about equipping police officers with the necessary medical skills to provide immediate life-saving care in high-risk situations.[1][2][3][4]
He has completed a graduate certificate in Tactical Medicine, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing the medical capabilities of law enforcement personnel.[5
Osborne maintains close ties with ATMA, an organisation dedicated to promoting tactical medicine and improving medical support for high-risk operations in Australia.[1][2][3][4][5]
Dustin's Links
[1] https://atma.podbean.com/e/atmc18-snr-cst-dustin-osborne-stop-the-killing-enable-the-living/
[2] https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-atma-podcast-aa441/episodes/atmc18-snr-cst-dustin-osborne-stop-the-killing-enable-the-living-a47e6
[3] https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-atma-podcast-aa441/episodes/atmc19-tactical-first-aid-in-queensland-police-scst-dustin-osborne-ccp-prue-snedden-84148
[4] https://atma.podbean.com/e/atmc19-tactical-first-aid-in-queensland-police-scst-dustin-osborne-ccp-prue-snedden/
[5] https://www.linkedin.com/posts/dustin-osborne-221105152_police-medic-tecc-activity-6869514278051954688-p0u9
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1 hr 3 min - Panoptic Solutions & XPJ - Medicine, Models and Maintaining StandardsWelcome back to the Wheels Up Podcast. Today Troy and Ben are joined with Anthony Goulart.With over 10 years of experience in U.S. Special Operations which focused on personnel recovery, emergency medical care, and tactical prowess in austere environments. Anthony is passionate about elevating the protective sectors with a holistic, unmatched solution that blends combat operation discipline with medical proficiency. He is currently the CEO of XPJ, a collective of former Pararescuemen serving UHNW Family Offices and Adventure seekers with discernment and empathy.At XPJ, Anthony's role is to oversee the strategic direction, operations, and partnerships of the organization. He leverages his expertise as a rescue specialist to translate battle-hardened tactics into a more permissive private sector. This formula combines interpersonal relationship "soft skills" with protective "hard skills" to facilitate safe boundaries for clients. With an array of certifications, including NREMT-Paramedic, An Associate's degree in Personnel Recovery, PADI Master Diver, MFF Jumpmaster, Advanced Tactical Paramedic, TCCC and TECC instructor.When you think it can't get any better he is also a thinker, a philosopher and student of history. Who believes that your body is a reflection of your mind, and visa versa.His personal Motto:Honour, Loyalty, and Couragehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyxpj/https://www.xpjglobal.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/xpj/
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49 min - Welcome Back to Wheels Up!
Welcome back to the Wheels Up Podcast, we have taken a bit of a break but we are back and better than ever!
On today's episode Troy chats to Panoptic employee and new co-host of the Wheels Up Podcast, Ben Hosking. Ben has incredible stories and history of past work and is a wealth of knowledge. They also delve into what the podcast is going to look like this year and the plethora of guests that will be joining them for a conversation.
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51 min - Panoptic’s valued cross border partnership with Progressive F.O.R.C.E Group of Companies (PFC)
Panoptic Solutions has partnered with PFC for several years. This allows PFC's clients to travel to APAC and access world-class services via Panoptic Solutions, and vice-versa for Panoptic Solutions clients who travel to the US and beyond.
The partnership is based on trust and credibility, understanding that either company would only refer a distant service to their clients of the same standard as their own. The similarities don't stop there! Along with the ethos and attention to detail, PFC Group of Companies have an expansive network of verified vendors and services that they provide.
See how Panoptic Solutions is a trusted partner for companies that are based in the US.
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52 min - Interview with Neryl Joyce Part 2 - Mercenary Mum to Baghdad Bodyguard
Returning from Iraq after her time as a private military contractor and ending her career in the military, Neryl Joyce looked for a new career that would professionally challenge and motivate her like her previous roles. She made an unusual move and became an Operations Manager at the Christmas Island Detention Centre where she faced an intense couple of years.
In this episode, find out how Neryl dealt with being in a high intensity environment while explaining the conditions of the centre and how she handled some high profile incidents.
(See here for episode 1 of this discussion)
Highlights:
- Conditions of the Christmas Island Detention Centre
- Dealing with a high intensity environment that has no policies and procedures
- Safety and security issues
- Negotiating with refugees
- The December 2010 refugee boat incident
- How to process extreme situations
- Working on the new Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre
- Mercenary Mum - Neryl’s journey from young mother to Baghdad bodyguard
- What it takes to be a good leader
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29 min - Interview with Neryl Joyce Part 1 - Challenges as a Woman in Security
Working within the male dominated field of defence and surrounded by boy’s club culture, Neryl Attkins faced many challenges. Her journey as a woman in the armed forces made it harder for her to be heard and stand her ground in particular situations.
In this episode, you will hear Neryl’s incredible journey, discharging from the Australian Army to become a private military contractor and how she dealt with numerous events, such as protecting Tier 1 targets in Baghdad and the Root Irish incident, where she lost some close colleagues.
Highlights:
- Working as an Australian Army officer
- Her time in the Australian Army’s elite close personal protection unit.
- How the Australian Army close personal protection operatives course differs from Ronin SA
- Moving from the Australian Military Police to a private military contractor in Iraq
- Protecting the Iraqi Electoral Commissioners - VIP’s with Tier 1 targets
- Realisation of being in a war zone
- Root Irish incident explained
- Criticism of management during the Root Irish incident
- What should security operatives take away from this Root Irish incident
- Identifying risks without fear from backlash
- Completing Ronin SA after her time in the force.
- Taking back control when feeling powerless after the Root Irish incident
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35 min - Security Business Essentials For Startups
Troy Claydon and Steve Albritton delve deep into setting up your own security industry business. If you’re even thinking about starting your own security business, this episode is a must.
Not only do they discuss how to open a security business in Australia and the United States of America, but they also get real honest when talking about their own mistakes and give you set of essential tips needed to get you started.
Episode Highlights:- You can own your own business and just be you
- Approximately, 80% of businesses within the security world are contractors
- Mistakes Troy and Steve made when starting out
- A mentor is a must
- The one biggest mistake that’ll ruin your name/company
- Not every competitor is an enemy
- Partnering up
- A word on licensing
- Insurance is a must
- Be prepared to float yourself
- Marketing is all about finding the right tactic
- Art to networking – Don’t be a leach
- Basic tips for newcomers
- Upskill and continue to train
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1 hr 5 min - A conversation with Russ Price - bodyguard, former stunt actor, a bodyguard for the famous and British Royal Marine.
Former stunt actor, Russell Price, has worked alongside some of the greatest martial arts actors in the world, like Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Aside from his work as a stunt actor, he has an impressive resume with 10 years in the British Royal Marines, 40 years in the martial arts space and 23 years working within the security industry internationally. Not to mention, he has a 6-dan Black Belt in Shotokan Karate and was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame in 2015.
In this podcast, Russ discusses how his previous experiences have shaped his work in the security industry while giving you some practical tips to looks out for when travelling.Highlights- How martial arts can help shape a career in security
- Acting with Jet Li in one of the coolest fight scenes you’ll see in a movie
- Working with Jackie Chan
- Why prominent people like Jean-Claude Van Damme need close protection services
- How to stay alert when travelling
- Working with the U.S Secret Services and the European Dignitary Protection Unit
- Challenges faced when emigrating from the U.K to Australia in the security world
- Camp Black - the reboot for brain and body retreat
- Ebook – The Seven Golden Secrets
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43 min - Announcing, Steve Albritton as co-host of The Wheels Up Podcast.
We’re excited to introduce co-host, Steven Albritton, to our listeners. Steve is the principal owner of OPStructure, based out of Florida. He has vast experience in the security world, not only in the USA but internationally. Executive protection is a very different ball game in the USA, so it will be great to get Steve’s view on particular topics and past experiences working within and outside of the USA.
Troy and Steve will be bringing you key professionals at the top of their game in specific industries to discuss key safety and security issues.
Highlights:
- Politics moulding the security industry
- OBStructure overview
- Challenges faced by smaller executive protection companies
- Update on Panoptic Solutions
- What to expect moving forward
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About Wheels Up - Safety and Security for Business, Executive and VIP Travellers Podcast
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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 professional Troy…
Claydon with cohost Ben Hosking as they share tips on how to give yourself or those in your care a safe journey no matter where your travels take you.https://expertsonair.fm/wheels-up/ http://www.panopticsolutions.com/