Who We Are

Nick is a former U.S. Army officer and West Point graduate with experience as a tactical leader, staff officer and executive advisor to senior leaders in the US and Iraq which has shaped his skills in operational management, intelligence analysis, and project planning.

Ruan is a seasoned data analytics leader with 30+ years in intelligence tech. He has led KPMG BI teams and built Aventel’s Fusion Center for high-impact due diligence and risk management.

Simon holds a PhD in International Relations and is a sought after security advisor specializing in geopolitical and socio-political risk, security sector reform, governance, and crisis management. A former New Zealand Army Infantry Officer and UN Special Advisor, Simon has global experience assessing human and social factors affecting geopolitical and security risks. His expertise lies in navigating complex environments while delivering solutions that enhance safety and operational effectiveness.

Tim is a West Point graduate with experience in engineering and project management both domestically and abroad. He oversees strategy and operations, ensuring seamless execution and alignment across complex international initiatives.

Stefan is an international security and risk management expert with 30+ years experience leading high-performance teams to mitigate physical, digital, and human risks across 50+ countries. He has served private clients, Fortune 500s, and governments globally.

Gavin is a 30+ year intelligence leader advising global sectors on business risk, compliance, and strategy. He is known for delivering insights that help clients operate confidently in complex, multi-jurisdictional environments.

Lucy is a talent and operations leader with 20+ years’ experience aligning workforce strategy with business goals. She drives operational efficiency, cost reduction, and performance across international recruitment and EMEA projects.

Mary is a seasoned intelligence and risk strategy leader with 20+ years of experience supporting global defense, government, and enterprise operations. Combining multi-INT disciplines, predictive analytics, and AI-driven intelligence, she has led programs for the US Joint Special Operations Comand, the U.S. Postal Service, and global partners. As head of Aventel's Intelligence division, Mary integrates human expertise with advanced analytics to turn complex data into actionable foresight.

Richard is a data platform and engineering leader with over a decade of experience scaling technology solutions and building high-performing teams for both startups and Fortune 500 companies. He has architected systems processing more than 200 million daily events and forged strategic technical partnerships across hardware, payments, and data markets. At Aventel, Richard leads product and technology initiatives, delivering tailored capabilities that advance client and company growth.