Michael Askew, MSc served for over 30 years in the Metropolitan Police Service, London rising to Superintendent where he was Head of Operations in a variety of challenging London roles. He was Public Order and Security Coordinator trained. He has worked in 30 countries. Most recently from 2017 to 2019 he lived and worked in Nigeria countering terrorism. He is now the Regional Director for Europe, Pointman Leadership Institute (PLI). He is a married man with three sons and is a trustee of his local church. He enjoys playing golf and tennis when allowed.