British Rowing Championships, Sandbanks.

I am seeking security for daytime and overnight cover from the the 15th August through to the 19th,  these will be 12 hour shifts and located at one of the most prestigious and beautiful parts of the South Coast.

The British Rowing Offshore Championships is a celebration of coastal rowing. In its second year, the event aims to support the development of coastal rowing in England.

Racing starts with competitors jumping into their boats before rowing off the shore to the first turning buoy, before heading out on the course (4km for heats and 6km for finals). To finish, crews row back onto the shore, with one nominated member of the crew jumping out of the boat to run across the finish line on the beach. It’s a a fun and dramatic start and finish that simply cannot be missed!

Ahead of the event, from the 17-18 August, the Commonwealth Beach Sprints Regatta will be held at Sandbanks Beach. 

E mail marc@1ststopsecurity.co.uk if you would like to be considered.

WBC Cares Charity Fight Night.

So as a young boy, I fell in love with boxing, I watched Frank Bruno gallantly challenge Mike Tyson on the 25th February 1989 for the Heavyweight World Championship and from that day on had a huge admiration, respect and a huge interest in the sport of boxing.

I have nothing but respect for any man or women that steps into the ring, whatever the level they compete at, those that scale the professional ranks however and go on to become champions well these people are simply idols to me,

Professional boxing of course is governed by sanctioning bodies, I have always had a strong affection for the World Boxing Organisation, the WBC, The Green and Gold, to me the most prestigious boxing strap there is. Since regularly attending the annual WBC convention,s since 2012 and being welcomed by the family it has been a real privilege to be involved and become friends with the people that make this great organisation what it is.

So this time last year for  me to have the opportunity to compete on a WBC boxing event was quite literally a dream come true, taking part was  a dream in itself, to win my bout and to be awarded a WBC piece of Green and Gold medal myself is something that very few will ever experience and something that I will cherish for the rest of my days.

The whole experience was simply incredible, for me to get back in a boxing ring, the last time being 10 years ago was a huge commitment,, so at 40 plus it was a physical ask as well as a metal one, but I am pleased that once I decided I was going for it, the motivation and focus was like nothing I had experienced, knowing the prize was a combination of three things very important to me, being proud of myself and proving to myself that I could do it being the main driving force and  also inspiring others, if we can inspire and are in a position to inspire then I say do it,  and then very special to me was forever more to be the proud winner of that WBC, Green and Gold, my very own piece of boxing history, it is not a world title but to me it could be the very nearest thing.

A great night and a great experience and as always it was a pleasure to have my good friend Scott Welch watching on and supporting everyone on the event.

I am very proud to be an ambassador for the WBC Cares UK, but I will tell you more about that another time.

25 years and always learning, hungry and dedicated.

Almost 25 years ago I started out in an unplanned career in the security industry, almost quarter of a century 😀

10 years ago I began learning the the close protection industry and then set out, striving to be the best I can be in a niche sector that requires trust, forward planning and attention to detail.

Today in 2018 I take great pride in the clients that my services get engaged by and that request my service or advice, I’m very proud to be working with some of the clients I already have agreed in 2018.

If you require personal security, a professional, reliable, fully licensed and fully insured service for yourself, your home, your family or your travels then feel free to get in touch.

I won’t pretend, glamourise or fail to plan or deliver or talk something in to something it is not.

I take my business very seriously and always with professionalism and discretion 👍

#mas #securityconsulting #securitydriver#closeprotection #honesty #profesionalism#reliability

"How do you manage to do a lot of what you do?"

People often ask me "How do you manage to do a lot of what you do?"

The answer actually is pretty simple.

A lot of what I do business wise, compliment each other, 

For example when I host an event, such as here with a fantastic Frank Bruno I organised in aid of raising funds for Julia's House children's hospice my two vocations complimented one another perfectly.

The beauty of this event was that having my own security supply company, I was in a position to not just engage the services of my own security operatives, but rest assured the whole event that security was not something I was going to need to worry about whatsoever, the event ran exceptionally smooth and was a fantastic evening for all and the security team were top class.

My choices of profession or vocation are not by chance, I have always had a clear idea of what I would like to be doing, where I believe I would like to be heading and where my passions are in life and business, sometimes it may of course on arriving at that destination it may not be what I was expecting and i reroute, however with most decisions I have made in business I often see a potential to how my current situation will be of great benefit to my future plans and business development.

So in answer to the original question, I manage to do what I do because I do what I enjoy and I see angles of how business can fit like a jigsaw and of course working with the right people and having a great team with and around me.

Close Protection Officers and Experienced Door Supervisors Required.

I am currently looking for experienced, professional operatives that are South west England based, London, Reading, Winchester, Southampton and Bournemouth all areas of operation.

I have been very fortunate to have worked with some exceptional security professionals  over my time in the security industry, that said it appears to be getting more and more challenging to find professional, reliable, knowledgeable operatives in this industry.

I am seeking operatives for a number of tasks and projects particular in the London and surrounding areas.

If you are fully SIA licensed and looking available for operations then please get in contact with me, e mail me at marc@1ststopsecurity.co.uk or feel free to call me on 07957897205.

I very much look forward to hearing from professional, like minded operatives and hopefully working with you very soon.

Thanks, 

Marc. 

Roxys Pure Warrior Menu

I am really pleased to announce a great team up between local businesses and athletes that I rate very highly, Roxy's Bistro Bar, South coast Powerhouse Gym, Shaun Smith Performance and Pure Warrior Fitness. Southcoast Gym is the home of some fine athletes, Michelle and Britt who are regular diners at what I think is one of the friendliest and best eating establishments locally.

Here is the cool bit, together we have created a fantastic menu that with the combined input of those mentioned above will fuel you and help you guys smash your fitness goals, whilst being one of the nicest venues this town can boast.

If you have not already then check our Roxy's Bistro Bar in Charminster and ask to see the new Pure Warrior Menu, only available on request.

I hope you love what we have done, hope you enjoy the delicious food on the menu!

Say Marc sent you ;-) 

BOURNEMOUTH THAI FAYRE 2018

I am delighted to say I will providing the security and support to the annual Bournemouth Thai Fayre on the weekend of 5th August, this will be my 6th year providing the security to this really fantastic, family freiendly event, organised by Bournemouth Thai Language and Culture School this year marks the Thai Summer Fair’s 13th anniversary.

The fair will be held at King’s Park, Boscombe, Bournemouth. The Thai Summer Fair has become a very popular event in the Bournemouth’s Summer Calendar, attracting 5-6 thousand people in previous year, with even more anticipated this year.

The Bournemouth Thai Summer Fair has now established itself as the most prestigious Thai fair in the U.K.

Throughout the afternoon, visitors can witness a display of Classical Thai dancing and musical performances, Muay Thai (Thai boxing), Fruits carving, traditional Thai massage and activities for children. On offer from the fair’s various stalls will be Thai toys, crafts, clothes and luxurious hand woven Thai silk.

There will be plenty of Thai food available too.

There is also a Prize draw for return flight to Thailand

THE INCREDIBLE HULK IN BOURNEMOUTH

In 2015 I had the absolute pleasure and what can only be described as a dream come true when I brought the Incredible Hulk himself to Bournemouth, the legend that is Lou Ferrigno.

Lou had been in Bristol where he was filming his latest action movie Instant Death, the internationally famous and well respected bodybuilder / actor, Lou Ferrigno first appeared on TV screens in 1977 as the musclebound The Incredible Hulk (1978), the alter ego of meek scientist David Banner.

Lou Ferrigno has been and will always be a huge hero of mine, I watched him every weekend on the family tv as a child and teenager and went on to follow his carrer ever since.

Lou entertained a very exclusive audience here in Bournemouth who come out to meet what can only be described as their icon and hero, they got to meet him, as well as the opportunity to ask him questions and the chance to get their photo taken with the great man.

A day that will live on in many people memories forever as it certainly will mine.

Lou did not disappoint and was simply INCREDIBLE 😉

#MAS #EVENTS #LOUFERRIGNO #HULK #BOURNEMOUTH #DREAMSMADEREAL

SHARING MY KNOWLEDGE, DEVELOPING, MENTORING OTHERS.

As I approach my 25th year in the security industry, I have gone through many stages in this line of work, from working on venues where your life is threatened on a daily basis to working as part of a team concerned for the safety of members of the royal family on more than one occasion. I have gone from the new guy rookie, to founding and developing my own security organisation.

I have worked the venues, nobody else wants to work, I have worked the towns and cities that people told me not to work, I have had great nights and I have had bad nights, painful nights, but the one thing that the industry taught me is that there is good and bad in all walks of society, there is good and bad in all classes of society, judging a book by its cover is a mistake and the brand of someones trainers does not determines the person wearing them.

As I now enter a time where I can claim an unbroken 25 years of experience in the industry, I often think how it would be good to share my knowledge, share my learning with those that want to learn and if I can spare them some of the painful experiences then I would like to

My time in this industry is limited and when the time does come to close the chapter, it would be be wonderful to know my knowledge and learning has gone to help crate the next industry professionals and future company managing directors.

The opportunity will soon be there for me to do just that.

#MAS #CLOSEPROTECTION #SECURITY #KNOWLEDGE #EXPERIENCE #SHARE #INSPIRE #DEVELOP #MENTOR

BUSSINESS SHOULD BE FUN.

I am a huge believer in working with or collaborating with like minded people, weather it be business, fitness, social or just life in general, its all about who I am around.

Some really good brainstorming today with this guy, really excited about our next fun project and collaboration.

When you love what you do, believe in what you do and have a passion for what you do, its always good fun.

INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN SECURITY?

Are you looking for a new career? maybe a career in the security industry?

Do not believe all you see in the so called fly on the wall documentary's about door staff and "Bouncers".

The job is not ata ll like they portray it to be, as I approach my 25th year in security I can say with authority, that if you work the right location, with the correct team, for a professional venue manager the role of a door supervisor can be an enjoyable one, for many a great way to supplement an income, after all we all like to put a little away for the good stuff in life.

1st Stop Security are currently recruiting for Door Supervisors and Security guards for a number of long term contracts that begin in July.

Contact marc@1ststopsecurity if you would like to be considered for any of the roles in question.

#MAS #1STSTOPSECURITY #DOORSUPERVISORS #SECURITY#NEWCAREER

SUPPORTING FEEL FABULOUS PROJECT

I would like to wish Stacey and all of her Feel Fabulous Project ladies good luck with this weeks #100AbChallenge💪🏼

These ladies are inspiring healthy living whilst supporting local businesses and working together to share a great message💕✌🏼🧘🏼‍♀️🤸🏼‍♀️🌈😎☀️

I am always happy to support the great work Stacey is doing and we have decided to give away some FREE tanning vouchers to the winner for our Bournemouth branch of Tan Shack! 

KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK LADIES AND KEEP SHARING THE MESSAGE AND THE GREAT VIBES  

I am a big fan of the great work you do !!!!!

#SummerSlimdownChallenge
#TogetherWeCan
#TheFeelFabulousProject