United Kingdom
After retiring from a rewarding career in law enforcement, I co-founded Mind Body and Sea, a non-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing health and well-being through the power of the sea. As the skipper of Neverland, an 11.2m powered catamaran, I offer sea fishing trips, river cruises, wildlife excursions, and sightseeing tours. My focus is on individuals facing mental health challenges, mobility issues, or those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Through these activities, I aim to provide therapeutic and inclusive experiences that promote physical and mental health, while fostering connection and community.
I co-founded Mind Body and Sea CIC to harness the proven benefits of blue space - being in or near water - to improve mental and physical well-being. Our therapeutic river cruises, wildlife watching, photography and fishing experiences help reduce stress, combat social isolation, and promote relaxation. Since May 2024, we’ve supported individuals recovering from addiction, stroke survivors, and those referred for PTSD, menopause, and Alzheimer’s care. As managing director, I lead strategy, partnerships, and funding to expand our impact. Open to collaborations and funding opportunities let’s connect !
Charter boat owner offering fishing and boat excursions off the Suffolk coast.
I manage a team of skilled and highly motivated staff covering seven counties within East Anglia and Kent providing delivery of a range of solutions aimed at compliance and enforcement of Proceeds of Crime Act Confiscation Orders. The role demands good communication skills, problem solving, effective interagency working and leadership to achieve high standards and positive outcomes. I provide and manage of an all assets realisation contract throughout the Eastern Region and conduct regular audits and reviews to maintain performance and value for money. The role entails diligent observation and management of procedures within a framework of legislative requirements including Proceeds of Crime Act, Disclosure (Common Law & CPIA), Freedom of Information Act, Regulation of Investigation Powers Act, and the Police and Criminal Evidence Act. I hold MV and SC vetting status. Organiser of annual two-day regional conferences to enhance practitioner’s knowledge of legislation changes and to allow an understanding of the role and contributions others can provide to investigative work. The work I have achieved in my current role has been recognise by the Home Office in relation to the contribution the ACE team’s have provided to improving National performance within the Confiscation regime. Additionally I have received commendations from the Head of the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit and the Chief Constable of Derbyshire, Mick Creedon (National Financial Crime lead) in relation to the performance I have delivered.
As Senior Financial Investigator I was responsible for the initial formation and subsequent daily management of the highly successful Eastern Region Asset Confiscation Enforcement (ACE) team based within the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit. The ACE team are tasked to assist enforcement agencies achieve compliance with Proceeds of Crime Act confiscation orders granted against offenders within the Eastern Region of England. The ACE team engage with all law enforcement and prosecution agencies to investigate and assist enforcement of confiscation orders through the identification and realisation of assets using existing legislation and problem solving skills. The role entailed diligent observation and management of procedures within a framework of legislative requirements including Proceeds of Crime Act, Disclosure (Common Law & CPIA), Freedom of Information Act, Regulation of Investigation Powers Act, and the Police and Criminal Evidence Act. Within this role I managed an all asset realisation contract having led a procurement exercise to identify and secure low cost/ resource solutions within the Eastern Region. I formed sound relationships with partner agencies, developed staff skills and introduced new procedures to achieve outstanding team results that surpassed expectations through the recovery of £1.2m in assets within the first year.
Completion of highly commended roles including that of financial, exhibits, disclosure, intelligence and case officer within complex Money Laundering and Confiscation Investigations. Case officer of complex high profile investigation against serious and organised criminals involved in the importation and supply of Class A drugs and thereafter removal of their criminally acquired wealth. I utilised Proceeds of Crime legislation in addition to conventional Misuse of Drugs offences to build a compelling case that resulted in the lead individual receiving a 10 1/2 year prison sentence having also received credit for a guilty plea. Conducted specialist Money Laundering advisory role within key ERSOU investigation targeting an organised crime group importing and distributing significant quantities of Cannabis from Holland. Prepared charges on behalf of CPS in support of lawyer having conducted financial disclosure, interview and case officer role in the successful prosecution leading to prison sentences amounting to 22 years. Post convictions I recovered the criminally acquired assets, including £250k from the group leader and all assets within a car sales business used to launder the proceeds. Organised and hosted an NCA Financial Investigator Tutor Course within ERSOU which secured ability to mentor trainee Financial Investigators new to the teams. I mentored four new Financial Investigators who all achieved full accreditation with the National Crime Agency having gained Tutor status.