Meet the Team

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Harrier Team - Andy Smith

Andy Smith, Regional Director

With nearly 30 years operational experience within the events industry and a background in security (starting my career in RAF police), I add value by bringing a wealth of knowledge within safety, touring, venue operation and events management.

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Helen McCabe

Helen McCabe, Managing Director

I specialise in music events and venues and have a background in event management. I add value to events by using my previous experience to see things through that operational lens, providing practical safety solutions with an eye on finance and customer service.

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Jo Plant

Jo Plant, Senior Safety Advisor

I’ve worked on a broad range of events from small intimate events to large scale stadium events. My ideal way of adding value is anticipating issues before they become issues and working collaboratively. Doing this with a smile is always my favourite way of working!

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Davina Rowe

Davina Rowe, Project Co-Ordinator

I’m mainly office based and use my organisation skills to support the whole Harrier team. I add value by supporting the team with Health & Safety admin, keeping an eye on project deadlines and providing clients with the information they need.

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Nathaniel Wilson

Nathaniel Wilson, Health & Safety Advisor

My background is predominantly music-based, but I love the variety of events I get to work on at Harrier. I add value by making sure clients, venues and customers have what they need, when they need it so they can relax and have a safe, memorable experience.

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Drew Innes

Drew Innes, Event Safety Advisor

I specialise in football, sporting and major music events. I add value by using my previous experience as a police football and public order commander and my intrinsic knowledge of event security to give clients another level of detail for their safety planning.

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Olly Galvin

Olly Galvin, Event Safety Advisor

I specialise in greenfield music festivals and with over 20 years’ experience in a range of event production and delivery roles, there’s not much I haven’t seen! I add value by using all my knowledge to help problem solve at events and make them safe for everyone involved.

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Edward Fisher

Edward Fisher, Event Safety Advisor

I specialise in stadium events, but love working on all types of events! I add value by forming great working relationships with every stakeholder and enabling an effective method of safety support, coordination and guidance through each step of planning and delivery.

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Andy Pughsley

Andy Pughsley, Event Safety Advisor

I have a strong event background and a diverse skillset within the safety industry. I add value to events by being a pragmatic facilitator for clients finding viable solutions and options for any safety challenges that present themselves during build, derig or event phases.

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Craig Combe

Craig Combe, Event Safety Advisor

I’m experienced in a wide range of events and feel fortunate that Harrier works across so many as it gives me the variety I really enjoy in my work. I add value by offering pragmatic solutions that mitigates risks, meets statutory duties and achieve the client’s objectives.

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Jurgen Morton-Hall

Jurgen Moreton Hall, Event Safety Advisor

I have over 20 years of safety experience at sporting events as well as at local shows and international concerts. I add value by always looking for a positive solution, I never like to say no, I would rather use my experience to find an outcome that works for everyone.

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Karen Edwards

Karen Edwards – Health & Safety Administrator

My events career has taken me all over the world working on some phenomenal events. I add value by bringing enthusiasm, experience, and a positive attitude to all the events I support. I see myself very much as an extension to the clients’ team.

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Carl Pingo

Carl Pingo – Health & Safety Advisor

I love working on events that have a wider meaning for our future as I’m passionate about making the world a better place. I add value to the events that I work on by using my safety industry knowledge, experience and professionalism to deliver the desired outcome of event.

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Tony Whiting

Tony Whiting, Health & Safety Advisor

I’m an all-rounder when it comes to safety expertise, but with over 30 years’ experience, my specialist skills are fire, water and airborne. I add value by being a calm, pragmatic person who is solution focused, delivering the highest standards with a personal touch.

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Katy Kurn

Katy Kurn – Copywriter

I use my marketing copywriting skills to bring to life the amazing work that our team deliver at phenomenal events around the world. I add value by being able to spot the important stories, messages and knowledge that we have to share and get it all out into the world.

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Eddie Doherty – Event Safety Advisor

I love being a part of all types of events from intimate gatherings to global sporting and music spectacles. I approach every event with dedication and professionalism. I add value with my in-depth safety knowledge and experience, but I also have a big, fun personality!

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Helen Wright

Helen Wright, Event Safety Advisor

I have a strong background in event management and specialise in major sporting and mass participation charity events. I add value to events by building good working relationships with everyone onsite so that we work well together to keep everyone safe.

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