Speaker Profile

Dave Orford

Dave is a security consultant, leveraging his expertise in future policing and security to provide bespoke and tailored solutions for various organizations. With over 32 years of experience in law enforcement, security operations, and emergency management, spanning national, regional, and local levels, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his work. Holding a BSc in Physics and an MSc in Leadership, he is well-equipped to address complex security challenges.  Previously, he held the position of policing and security capabilities designer at NEOM, Saudi Arabia, where he was tasked with designing the police force of the future for the city of the future. He was responsible for producing the NEOM future policing strategy, operational plan, and strategic threat and risk assessment. Additionally, he provided guidance on all aspects of delivering technologically advanced and environmentally sustainable security and policing solutions. Prior to this role, he served as the Deputy Chief Constable for Durham Constabulary in the United Kingdom, leading the force through years of outstanding performance and innovation.  Passionate about creating and implementing effective security solutions that address the multi-dimensional threat picture facing the 21st century, while also achieving commercial viability and defined business outcomes, he continues to make significant contributions to the field of security consultancy.