AEV

Security working group

Venues
 

Security working groupReviews security issues, traffic management and anti-terrorism operations at venues and stays ahead of related legislation.

About

“Through the AEV, and the working groups in particular, members can share best practice and formulate consistent responses to emerging challenges.”

Andy Coulson, Head of Airshow Operations, Farnborough International Exhibition and Conference Centre (ex Chair- 2017/18 )

**Steve Neal (Group Operations Manager- The NEC) is now group Chair and will lead his first meeting on 19th September 2018**


Responsibilities: 

This group of AEV members meet to review security issues, traffic management and anti-terrorism operations at venues. Responsibilities include staying ahead of related legislation and building relationships with key bodies.


2020 meeting dates:
  • Wednesday 4 March, SEC, Glasgow 
  • Thursday 21 May, ExCeL London
  • Wednesday 30 September, Farnborough Int. & Exhibition Centre

 

List of Members

Testimonials

  • "Great day hosting our first AEV working group event!..WOW did I learn a lot and some great insights into how other venues work and the challenges they are trying to overcome. If you are a venue looking to network with other like minded professionals I would recommend looking at joining the AEV".
    Danielle Worker
    Corporate Events Team Leader, Silverstone Circuits Ltd
  • "“Great catering...is essential for a successful venue. The AEV provides a platform to establish consistent best practice in this field"
    Phil Wetz
    Retail & Catering Manager, ExCeL London
  • “The AEV provides collective representation for its member venues, turning individual commitment into a group effort"
    Paul Brough
    Venue Health & Safety Manager, Olympia London
  • "Proud to be part of this Cross Association discussion. I am confident in our ability to improve and progress our working platform through conversation".
    Amir Vered
    Head of eForce and IT, Olympia London (Chair of Cross Association Technology WG)
  • “The AEV is essential to the venue sector’s ability to cooperate and collaborate"
    Jazmin Beale
    Head of Marketing & Communications, Olympia London
  • "AEV is a powerful voice behind the venues that hold incredible events that enable the meetings of millions of people - an integral part of the experience economy"
    Julia Galbraith
    Marketing Manager – Exhibitions, ExCeL London
  • AEV Membership is a key part of our business strategy; it has and will continue to be a core elements of our plan to support knowledge sharing in the industry and to develop both our team and the venue.
    Kate Simpson
    Marketing Director - Business Design Centre
  • Our team at ACC Liverpool feel indebted to the substantial work that the AEV do for our amazing industry. As the pillar association for venues across the country it’s a real privilege for our teams to participate in many of the working groups, learning and contributing to new processes which helps drive our industry forward on a national scale.
    Colm Graham
    Senior Exhibition Account Manager, ACC Liverpool
  • We have benefited hugely from all of the insight, discussion, events and networking, but it has also meant that we have been able to give back to the industry by sharing our unique experiences and professional knowledge and allowing our employees to help lead and shape the Association from the inside.
    Mathew James
    Head of Brand, Telford International Centre

 

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