OUR TEAM
ASA Security Services’ senior management team oversees and coordinates all operations, taking a hands-on approach to make certain the fine details of every project are attended to. They have made Asia their home, working with some of the world’s leading companies – creating long lasting relationships built on respect and professionalism with a recurring rate of contracts to be proud of.
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World-Class Security in Asia
Simon Wagstaff BEM MIExpE
Founder & Chairman
“Every project is a chance to set a new standard for service excellence.”
Ted Devereux FBIM, FIoD
Director of Corporate Development
“Great teams are the building blocks of successful organizations”
Ted became part of The ASA Group in 2012 and operates from Kuala Lumpur, but his history in security began long before that. Ted’s career in commercial security started in 1973 after 8 years of military service in UK, Germany, and Hong Kong. In 1977 he co-founded and built what became a multi-national, multi-service, and multi-million-dollar grossing security company, followed by being appointed Regional President Asia Pacific by G4S from 2002-2010. With this background and enormous experience, Ted knows what it takes to keep your legacy safe.
Julie Ambrose
Director of Aviation/EVAC/Medical
“Show value, create an experience, and always strive to exceed customer expectations.”
Julie has worked in the aviation industry since 1998. The positions and responsibilities have varied; from commercial and then corporate flight attendant, aircraft sales support, Customer Service Manager at an FBO, to the West Coast Rep for a major international trip planning company. In 2010 Julie joined The ASA Group, based in Bangkok, Thailand. Julie has since become a shareholder and is currently the joint Group Managing Director/Aviation Director, overseeing all business and aircraft operations throughout our businesses across Asia and Oceania. Julie is a member of the USA National Business Aviation Association International Operators Committee (NBAA-IOC) and regularly speaks or presents at NBAA events.
John Barclay LLB (Hons) CPA
Director, Legal and Finance
"Quality beats quantity."
Jim Sharp
Director – Global Operations
“Success can be measured in many ways, I’ve built success through relationships, taking care of the details and consistency”
Jim joined ASA Global in 2023 with almost 40 years’ experience in the security and intelligence fields. A seasoned security and intelligence professional, bringing valuable experience from 15 years as a Royal Marines Commando and 10 years as a police officer culminating as a detective for the Regional Intelligence Unit. Following the public sector Jim successfully transitioned into the private sector with establishing his own company in security and investigations then joining Securitas as Head of Operations. After a stint in the UK supporting a security and intelligence start-up he returned home to Asia. Jim’s proactive approach and collaborative leadership along with an extensive global network of security professionals ensures stakeholder safety and success in the ever-evolving security landscape.
Chris Bonython
Client & Vendor relations and Compliance Manager
“Service is about providing our clients with solutions when others give up”
Chris joined The ASA Group in 2019 after a 23-year career in the South Australia Police where he gained a large amount of experience investigating a wide range of serious crimes. This often involved managing large and complex tasks. Chris is the holder of the Australian National Medal and the South Australian Police Service Medal for long and diligent service. Chris personally oversees and coordinates all of The ASA Groups security operations.
Mitchell Dennett
Operations Manager
"There has never been a person who accomplished anything significant without receiving more than they gave."
Mitch spent 8 years as a Royal Marines Commando, operating globally, and specialized as a Maritime Operations Boarding & Contingency Operator. Since leaving the Royal Marines he has been a Covert Surveillance Team Leader for a high-profile multi-national client in London; this role involved coordinating a reactive team to gather intelligence and conduct covert surveillance and also liaise with Police Project Servator teams. He has also been involved in various security tasks both in Europe and SE Asia further developing his knowledge and experience.
John Bloomfield BSc
Residential and Family Office Specialist
“Having good security and being safe is more of a tested process that a commercial product.”
Natchaya Paseerod
Operations Supervisor
PJ joined The ASA Group in 2023 after graduating with a Master’s degree in Business Management in the United Kingdom, and has excellent experience with the passenger services department of an international airline. PJ is committed to the ASA ethos of providing the best available services to our valued customers.
Graham Storey
Director – Business Development
"Never promise a service that you cannot deliver!"
Graham spent ten years in the British Royal Marines operating around the world. During that time he specialized in Arctic Warfare and protection of British North Sea oil & gas installations. He has also represented Great Britain in sports parachuting, winning team silver and bronze medals at World championships as well as breaking two world records.
Since then he has worked across the globe, including 20 years in SE Asia, and has vast experience in providing security services for HNW individuals, Oil & Gas companies, Banks, Commercial Shipping and private superyachts, Diplomats and several Royal Families. His extensive travel and experience give him a thorough understanding of the needs that ASA clients are likely to require be it by land, sea or air.
Jolene Wong
Director – Greater China
“ I define life around happiness, being safe, and able to enjoy a long life with affordable choices”
Scott Haylock
Director – Business Development SE Asia
“Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.”
Scott has spent more than two decades managing corporate, retail and supply chain security for famous brands in the luxury goods industry. He has particular expertise in establishing regional security and safety programs, conducting internal and external investigations and managing incident response and business continuity. Prior to this Scott worked for the Home Office and served in the Royal Navy as a weapons engineer and intelligence photographer. He has lived in Asia for the last 18 years and and has extensive regional knowledge. He is now based in Singapore.
Summer Chew Jia Xing
Charter Manager
“Revolutionising Excellence”
Summer started with ASA in 2018. Having obtained a diploma in Aviation Management & Services along with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management with Singapore Management University, she has a variety of skills in a multitude of fields; from Aviation Operations to Entrepreneurship as well as Software Engineering. Apart from overseeing the operations in business aviation, she also has had experience in the operations of international commercial airlines. Summer has built a strong network within Singapore’s aviation landscape and has proven to strive for excellence in all endeavours.Summer is also the Group Charter Manager, managing all charters globally, from request, to aircraft selection, to contracts and booking, and finally through supervision and management of the delivery of superior services – from door-to-door!
“Success can be measured in many ways, I’ve built success through relationships, taking care of the details and consistency”
Jim joined ASA Global in 2023 with almost 40 years’ experience in the security and intelligence fields. A seasoned security and intelligence professional, bringing valuable experience from 15 years as a Royal Marines Commando and 10 years as a police officer culminating as a detective for the Regional Intelligence Unit. Following the public sector Jim successfully transitioned into the private sector with establishing his own company in security and investigations then joining Securitas as Head of Operations. After a stint in the UK supporting a security and intelligence start-up he returned home to Asia. Jim’s proactive approach and collaborative leadership along with an extensive global network of security professionals ensures stakeholder safety and success in the ever-evolving security landscape.
“ I define life around happiness, being safe, and able to enjoy a long life with affordable choices”
Jolene is a seasoned corporate executive in both commercial and non-profit-making organizations/NGOs for many years. After working for Multi-National Corporations, such as NCR and G4S, as Regional General Manager for 20+ years, she joined the NGO sector as her new chapter. Jolene’s combined, broad experiences covering banking and finance and the IT sector while in the NGO sectors of education, youth development, medical services, elderly services, animal welfare, gender equality matters as well as world peace, all gave her a refreshed perspective on life and our modern world. Overall, her 30
Jolene is a highly accomplished corporate executive with a wealth of experience in both the commercial and non-profit sectors, spanning several decades. With over 20 years of service as a Regional General Manager in renowned Multi-National Corporations such as NCR and G4S, she decided to embark on a new chapter by joining the NGO sector.
Jolene’s diverse career journey has encompassed various fields, including banking and finance, as well as the IT sector. However, her transition to the NGO sector exposed her to a wide range of causes and initiatives. Her involvement in education, youth development, medical services, elderly care, animal welfare, gender equality, and world peace issues has given her a profound and rejuvenating perspective on life and the challenges of our modern world.
Over the course of her illustrious 30+ year career, Jolene has excelled in various domains, including business strategy, sales and marketing, information technology, organizational development, operations, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and corporate sustainability.
Apart from holding a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Jolene is also a certified professional mediator and a Global Career Development Facilitator, underscoring her commitment to facilitating positive change and growth in both individuals and organizations.
