{"id":7823,"date":"2026-10-29T20:30:43","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T20:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/?p=7823"},"modified":"2026-10-29T20:30:46","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T20:30:46","slug":"david-lloyd-of-gardaworld-to-speak-at-the-close-protection-conference-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/david-lloyd-of-gardaworld-to-speak-at-the-close-protection-conference-in-london\/","title":{"rendered":"David Lloyd of GardaWorld to Speak at the Close Protection Conference in London"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/CPW-Speaker-David-Lloyd-Gardaworld.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/CPW-Speaker-David-Lloyd-Gardaworld-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7824\" srcset=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/CPW-Speaker-David-Lloyd-Gardaworld-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/CPW-Speaker-David-Lloyd-Gardaworld-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/CPW-Speaker-David-Lloyd-Gardaworld-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/CPW-Speaker-David-Lloyd-Gardaworld-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/CPW-Speaker-David-Lloyd-Gardaworld-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/CPW-Speaker-David-Lloyd-Gardaworld-533x300.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">London, Friday 6 November 2026 \u2013 Close Protection World is pleased to welcome David Lloyd, Recruitment Manager for UK &amp; Middle East operations at GardaWorld Critical Infrastructure &amp; Government Services, as a speaker at this year\u2019s CPWorld Winter Conference in London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">David brings more than 26 years of combined experience across military operations, international security, risk management and specialist recruitment. A former British Army Senior Non-Commissioned Officer, his operational background includes deployments in Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan, followed by an extensive career within the commercial security sector spanning hostile environments, diplomatic protection, close protection and international risk consultancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In his current role with GardaWorld, David is responsible for identifying and recruiting specialist security professionals for government, diplomatic and multinational contracts across complex international operating environments. His combination of operational and recruitment experience gives him a practical understanding of the qualifications, experience and professional standards required by those seeking to build or progress a career within international security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At this year\u2019s conference, David will deliver:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Beyond the Job Advert: International Security Careers and Opportunities with GardaWorld<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Current Vacancies | Operational Locations | Candidate Requirements | Career Pathways<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The presentation will provide delegates with an insight into GardaWorld\u2019s international recruitment activities, including current and upcoming opportunities across locations such as Iraq, Ukraine and other international project locations, subject to operational requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">David will discuss the range of specialist personnel recruited by GardaWorld, including Close Protection Officers, Personal Security Detail personnel, Team Leaders, Security Operations Managers, Site Security Managers, Paramedics and other operational support roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The session will also examine candidate requirements, including qualifications, operational experience, nationality and security clearance considerations, alongside the recruitment process, common application challenges and opportunities for career progression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For experienced security contractors, military service leavers and established professionals considering their next career move, the presentation will provide practical guidance on navigating opportunities within international security operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Close Protection World is very pleased to welcome David to this year\u2019s conference and looks forward to the experience and practical recruitment insight he will bring to the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 2026 London event will feature:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Guest speakers<br>\u2022 Presentations<br>\u2022 Exhibitors<br>\u2022 Workshops<br>\u2022 Networking<br>\u2022 Networking Drinks (Sponsored by 242 Group)<br>\u2022 Charity raffle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/conference-image.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"988\" height=\"829\" src=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/conference-image.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7273\" style=\"width:873px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/conference-image.jpg 988w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/conference-image-300x252.jpg 300w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/conference-image-768x644.jpg 768w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/conference-image-358x300.jpg 358w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 988px) 100vw, 988px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information about GardaWorld and their services, please visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.garda.com\">https:\/\/www.garda.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more about the Close Protection Conference and secure your spot, visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/\">https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join us on Friday 6 November 2026 in London for a day of knowledge, sharing and networking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About GardaWorld \u2013 Critical Infrastructure &amp; Government Services (CIGS):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/GW-Logo.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"223\" src=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/GW-Logo-1024x223.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7825\" style=\"width:281px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/GW-Logo-1024x223.png 1024w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/GW-Logo-300x65.png 300w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/GW-Logo-768x167.png 768w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/GW-Logo-583x127.png 583w, https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/GW-Logo.png 1177w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GardaWorld is a global security services provider delivering specialist security solutions to government, diplomatic, commercial, and multinational clients operating across diverse and often challenging environments. Through its Critical Infrastructure &amp; Government Services division, GardaWorld supports complex international operations, providing protective security, close protection, personal security details, static security, security management, and specialist operational support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With operations across multiple international locations, GardaWorld draws upon experienced security professionals from military, law enforcement, and commercial security backgrounds to deliver services tailored to client requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The company continues to recruit qualified professionals for a range of international positions, offering opportunities for experienced security contractors, specialist personnel and individuals seeking career progression within the global security industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact Details:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email: <a href=\"mailto:David.lloyd@garda.com\">David.lloyd@garda.com<\/a><br>Tel: +44 (0) 207 222 1020<br>Web: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.garda.com\">https:\/\/www.garda.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Media Contact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Morrison<br>Event Director<br>Close Protection World<br><a href=\"mailto:admin@closeprotectionworld.com\">admin@closeprotectionworld.com<\/a><br>07515 526 209<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>London, Friday 6 November 2026 \u2013 Close Protection World is pleased to welcome David Lloyd, Recruitment Manager for UK &amp; Middle East operations at GardaWorld &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":7824,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7823","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cpwevents"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7823","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7823"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7823\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7826,"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7823\/revisions\/7826"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7824"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7823"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7823"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/events.closeprotectionworld.com\/homepage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7823"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}