Craig Clark-Darby MSyl M.ISRM

Global Head of Security for Aman Hotels

United Arab Emirates

About

Senior security and risk management executive with global leadership experience across multi brand hospitality, corporate environments and high-risk geographies. Proven track record in building and transforming enterprise security functions, building resilience, strengthening risk governance and protecting people, assets, and brand reputation across global portfolios. Leads complex crisis management, high-profile investigations, and large-scale security programs, including global events, pre-opening projects, and critical incident response. Combines technology-driven solutions with structured governance to enhance operational resilience and reduce financial and reputational risk.

Experience

  • Global Head of Security at AMAN
    Sep 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

    Heading up the security function of Aman and Janu hotels

  • Accor (3 yrs 8 mos)
    • Senior Vice President Security - Middle East, Africa, Asia and Pacific
      Apr 2023 - Sep 2023 · 6 mos

      Regional security leader for all Accor brands, luxury, lifestyle, premium midscale and eco

    • Vice President, Security - India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey
      Feb 2020 - Apr 2023 · 3 yrs 3 mos

  • Regional Security Director - Middle East and Europe at McKinsey & Company
    Nov 2018 - Jan 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Area Director, Global Safety & Security - Middle East & Africa at Marriott International
    Apr 2017 - Nov 2018 · 1 yr 8 mos

  • Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. ()
    • Regional Security and Safety Manager - Middle East and Africa
      Jan 2016 - Apr 2017 · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Complex Director of Security - St. Regis Dubai, W Dubai, The Westin Dubai
      May 2015 - Dec 2015 · 8 mos