integrity and ethics

Global Risk Solutions’ ethics is our moral principles that govern a person's behaviour or the conducting of an activity. The company’s integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness. Put simply, we looks at the big moral picture while we are focused on personal characteristics.

Global Risk Solutions incorporate honesty and integrity into our business to:

o    Keep our word. We strive to establish a solid reputation where we deliver on our promises.

o    Keep our commitments.

o    Pay attention to our environment.

o    Stay focused.

o    Surround ourselves with honest people.

o    Take responsibility.

o    Respect our employees..

foreword

Our aims and values define our company. They are the core characteristics and principles of our one-firm organisation that unite us in creating positive solutions for our clients, and a stimulating and attractive place to work.

 For our clients, risk is constantly evolving. We are very flexible to change and adapt our expertise to assist our clients in order to succeed in a complex, unpredictable world.

We have built on certain continuous values that have been recognised by our loyal client base, and also our ability to build a powerful and professional structure of teamwork and goal orientated purpose across the organisation nationally and globally. This is the key to our past and the foundation on which we build for the future.

How we treat each other and the experience our clients have of working with Global Risks Solutions are not separate concepts. They are one and the same enduring commitment to building a distinctive, team-based organisation that strives to be the best it can be, and we are an enduring firm which focus on our clients and for which each of us is responsible.

Eugene Geyer

Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder

One of the few truly national and international organisations; you know they’ll be able to give good insight just about anywhere. I really feel that Global Risk Solutions does live by its values.

Our approach to our clients and to each other makes me proud to be part of our company. Our strong commitment to ethics sets us apart and is the main reason I personally am proud to be a part of this organisation. We are a company that consists of a fascinating and intelligent group of individuals where the day to day drive is simply to help our clients succeed. Global Risk Solutions engenders a culture of true collaboration and mutual respect, no matter how senior you are. Our organisation treats staff and clients with loyalty and respect at all levels.

Lawrence Stokes

Director and Co-Founder

our mission an vision

Our vision is to build a bodyguard/executive protection and private security company brand that will become the number one choice for both celebrities and public figures in the whole of South Africa and Africa.

Our mission is to provide professional and trusted bodyguard/executive protection and private security services that assist celebrities, public figures and other clients, private and commercial clients, to stay safe and move around any city or town, or when they travel from place to place. We are to position the business to become the leading brand in the industry in the whole of South Africa, and also to be amongst the top 20 outfits in the Africa within the first 10 years of operation.

Global Risk Solutions will partner with you and your staff to ensure every project is managed with exceptional expertise and a commitment to customer satisfaction. The Company visits several security related seminars in South Africa every year to present protection and services, and to keep current in all that's going on in the world today regarding security of life and property..

our approach

Our clients should expect Global Risk Solutions:

- To understand their business, and be committed to long-term relationships, by-their-side when they need us most.

- To be practical in our advice, always objective and be truthful, to always helps them find a solution.

- To use technology wherever possible for more effectiveness, reduce costs and help them find better solutions

to the issues they face – but not at the expense of human judgement.

- To be show our expertise and excellent services.

- To be comfortable at head office and on the ground.

- To be diverse in our approach, trust for their comfort and rely upon for their commitment and work ethic.

- To never compromise on our commitment to act ethically and with integrity.

Our people should expect Control Risks:

- To create and provide an environment where individuals can achieve their potential.

- To achieve teamwork and a family based company in support of each other to achieve our objectives.

- To be constructive and task driven to achieve success.

- To be the kind of organisation where we treat each other – wherever we work in the firm – with respect and good manners, and extend a helping hand to colleagues whenever it is needed without waiting to be asked.

- To always be committed to act ethically and with integrity..

service quality

Service Quality is one of the most important competitive factors in today’s business landscape. Defining excellent service is not a one way street. It depends on how the client experience the service. That being said, one fact is without question; if the service quality is not sufficient high, the service provider is likely to disappoint its customers regardless of their expectations.

Global Risk Solutions’ service quality has five components:

Reliability – It’s the ability for us to perform the service dependably, accurately and consistently.

Responsiveness – We provide prompt service.

Assurance – Our employees have the knowledge, courtesy and the ability to convey trust.

Empathy – Our Company are caring and provides individualised attention.

Tangibles – Global Risk Solutions presents and shows physical evidence of the service.

the company

Location

Global Risk Solutions is headquartered in Pretoria, Gauteng at 690 Dr Swanepoel, Magalieskruin. The Company is in process to relocate to a better suitable office space in close vicinity.

 The Company

Global Risk Solutions is an independent private security services company. It was established in January 2018 as (PTY) LTD. The owner of Global Risk Solutions are Eugene Geyer and Lawrence Stokes, who has 28 years plus of industry experience.

Global Risk Solutions specialises in providing effective local and regional support for customers through the exchange of security services, resources and experiences. Additionally, the Company provides customers with technologically advanced solutions and completes system integration.

Professional Team for you

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Eugene Geyer
CEO/founder

Eugene joined the South African Defense Force (SADF) in 1993 and after his basic training, immediately joined selection for the elite South African Special Forces (1 and 5 Reconnaissance Regiments). He continued his career in the new South African National Defense Force (SANDF) – Special Forces.

 

He received training in Urban Operations and Hostage Release; Rural Operations and Survival; Executive Protection and Advanced Driving; Combat Demolitions and Improvised Explosive Devices; Reconnaissance (Small Teams) and Sniping; Operational Medical Orderly Level 6; Parachuting and High Altitude Low Opening infiltration techniques (HAHO/HALO); and other specialised training.

Eugene served as a Special Forces Operator in 5 Special Forces Regiment until 2003. He assisted and trained students as an Instructor in Weapons, Reconnaissance, Sniping, and Demolitions.

 

He gained valuable skills, knowledge and experience during his 10 years in the SADF and SANDF – Special Forces. During his time served he gained more knowledge, skills and experience in Tactical Operations both Urban and Rural as well as Executive Protection Operations as a tactical counter sniper for the executive protection teams on the ground.

He then spent approximately- 10 years in Iraq, 2 years in Libya, 3 years in Afghanistan, 2 years in Mozambique; where he gained even more experience as a PSD Team Leader/Operator, Security Escort Team Leader, Medical Coordinator, Risk Management Consultant and Security Advisor.

 

Eugene is also a registered Close Protection Officer with SASSETA, he achieved his International level 3 Diploma in Security Management at the Stonebridge Associated colleges, UK; and further continued to enhance his knowledge by continued studying in Security Management and Close Protection level 3 at City of Guilds (UK).

With his 10 years Military and 18 years International Security experience during his career he obtained vast knowledge and skills in the private security industry in various countries.

 

Eugene’s core skills consists of the following:

·         Experienced manager of successful security organisations/institutions.

·         Capable of liaising effectively with all customers and corporate clients.

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills with all staff members, personnel, shareholders, and clients.

·         Good track record of managing complex multifunctional projects in various environments.  National and Internationally.

·         Creating effective, informed and highly motivated personnel into a positive team focused on delivery.

·         Possessing a responsible attitude, tact, patience, and courtesy. 

·         Flexibility and Integrity during crisis management.

·         Cultural Diversity and understanding of different traditions and cultures within Africa and Middle East.

 

From 2004 till present, Eugene provided security, VIP protection and Private Security to clients globally i.e. Swiss Ambassador of Iraq, Staff of United States Department of Defense, United States Department of State – USAID, Staff of Oil and Gas Companies such as Shell, Technip, Exxon Mobil, ENI and many more, as well as members of the ANC. He also worked on UN contracts.

He is a valuable asset to the company with his skills, experience and knowledge base..

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Lawrence Stokes
director/founder

Lawrence joined the South African Police (SAP) in 1991. He gained experience in all facets of criminal activities and how to prevent and fight crime.

Lawrence completed his SAP SWAT training, where he trained to be a coin urban operative and deployed in rural areas with the South African Defense Force (SADF). He qualified to be an instructor, in SWAT for new police officers.

 

Lawrence received training in Urban Operations and Hostage Release; Rural Operations, Executive Protection and Advanced Driving; and other specialised training.

He was responsible for operational planning and the execution thereof. He was successful in recovering stolen fire arms and vehicles, and was dedicated to make a success in the crime fighting, which lead to the arrest of serious criminals. He studied the police law, and gained a lot of knowledge to fight the criminal world.

He also gained invaluable experience during his 7 years of tours to Mozambique and Somalia in the Private Security Industry, where he was a Team Leader, Instructor and Security and Risk Management Consultant, and Security Advisor at the UN.

Lawrence is also a registered Close Protection Officer, with his years of experience nationally and internationally, where he obtained vast knowledge and skills in the private security industry in various countries.

He is also trained as a Maritime operator and gained maritime experience during tours in Mozambique and Somalia on Security vessels.

 

Lawrence’s core skills consists of the following:

·         Experienced manager of successful security organisations/institutions.

·         Capable of liaising effectively with all customers and corporate clients.

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills with all staff members, personnel, shareholders, and clients.

·         Good track record of managing complex multifunctional projects in various environments.  National and Internationally.

·         Creating effective, informed and highly motivated personnel into a positive team focused on delivery.

·         Possessing a responsible attitude, tact, patience, and courtesy. 

·         Cultural Diversity and understanding of different traditions and cultures within Africa.

 

From 1995 till present, Lawrence provided security, VIP protection and Private Security to clients globally and also worked on UN contracts.

He is a results-driven and dedicated professional with solid years of specialised experience in the SAP and personal security detail in Africa combined with diplomatic personal security, anti-piracy, risk management and critical incidents. He possess a credible ability in managing and performing complex tasks, which enable him to be a valuable asset to the company with his skills, experience and knowledge base.