About Us

The authors of the standard are a collective of seasoned professionals, each bringing decades of real-world experience from the front lines of industrial asset protection, international security, and high-stakes operations. From developing robust security frameworks for global energy giants to leading peacekeeping missions and safeguarding critical assets in the most challenging environments, their diverse backgrounds ensure that this standard is not merely theoretical, but forged in the practical realities of protecting what matters most.

Leon du Plooy

Leon du Plooy

Leon du Plooy

President and Chief Executive Officer


With nearly four decades in the trenches of industrial asset protection, Leon has seen it all, from oil and gas to mining and defence. He doesn't just talk theory; he's a pioneering member of leading security institutes who has shaped the field across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

President and Chief Executive Officer


With nearly four decades in the trenches of industrial asset protection, Leon has seen it all, from oil and gas to mining and defence. He doesn't just talk theory; he's a pioneering member of leading security institutes who has shaped the field across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

Aaron Bridge

Board Member


Aaron has spent 20 years developing security and emergency response frameworks for the biggest names in the business, including Shell, ExxonMobil, Chevron, and BP. He currently advises one of the world's top five oil and gas companies, designing the systems that protect large-scale, high-stakes energy and defence operations.

Board Member


Aaron has spent 20 years developing security and emergency response frameworks for the biggest names in the business, including Shell, ExxonMobil, Chevron, and BP. He currently advises one of the world's top five oil and gas companies, designing the systems that protect large-scale, high-stakes energy and defence operations.

Nathan Grose

Board Member


Nathan has over 25 years of hands-on experience in high-risk international security. He has trained Qatari government ministries, headed security for major health services, and completed peacekeeping and border interdiction missions with the Australian Army. He knows what real-world risk looks like.

Board Member


Nathan has over 25 years of hands-on experience in high-risk international security. He has trained Qatari government ministries, headed security for major health services, and completed peacekeeping and border interdiction missions with the Australian Army. He knows what real-world risk looks like.

Martin Taylor

Martin Taylor

Martin Taylor

Board Member


Martin brings a 30+ year background forged in the Military and Law Enforcement to the industrial sector. Currently a security SME for a leading Oil & Gas company, he specialises in one thing: protecting high-value assets in hostile, complex environments. His experience in auditing, health & safety, and asset protection provides a strong, no-nonsense foundation for the IAPA standard.

Board Member


Martin brings a 30+ year background forged in the Military and Law Enforcement to the industrial sector. Currently a security SME for a leading Oil & Gas company, he specialises in one thing: protecting high-value assets in hostile, complex environments. His experience in auditing, health & safety, and asset protection provides a strong, no-nonsense foundation for the IAPA standard.

Michael McCabe

Michael McCabe

Michael McCabe

Board Member


Michael is the former CEO and founder of Intelligence Fusion. He built a global intelligence platform from the ground up, providing critical insights to organizations operating in complex and high-risk environments. His experience in leveraging cutting-edge technology to identify, assess, and mitigate emerging threats offers a unique perspective on protecting assets.

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