With over 20 years industry experience characterised by continued, consistent success and growth, Emma is passionate about understanding completely the needs and challenges of her clients, creating recruitment solutions and ensuring that the service is delivered. Emma recognises that people is the core of the business and will endeavour to ensure BardWood employees are always at the forefront of the company.
Emma Bardwell
Founder
Nilesh has over 25 years’ experience in the security industry in variety of roles and prides himself on achieving desired outcome for his clients by creating and supporting his operational delivery team. Nilesh works on the basis of “everything is possible”
Nilesh Rajgor
Commercial Director
Falguni brings 15 years of experience across various industries, where she has successfully led large teams in Director and Senior Management roles. Currently, she heads our back- office support functions, forming the Business Operations Support & Communications Hub. Falguni is dedicated to developing her team to consistently meet client expectations. Her skills in streamlining processes and promoting a collaborative work atmosphere have significantly improved operational efficiency. Renowned for her strategic vision, she inspires her team to reach their full potential.
Falguni Bhogayta
Operations Centre Director
Rio has over 20 years of experience in the security industry, Rio has a proactive approach, ensuring that client satisfaction and successful delivery are of the core of everything he does. His dedication to meeting client needs, combined with his expensive experience, allows him to consistently deliver high-quality service tailored to each client unique requirements.
Rio EL-Mahmoud
Operations Director
With over 20 years of experience in compliance, Phil is a globally recognized expert in both physical and cyber security sectors. For the past decade, he has held senior positions with UKAS certification bodies, playing a pivotal role in shaping industry standards and best practices. Phil's background in maritime security is distinguished. As a qualified Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) and a specialist search instructor with the UK security services, Phil has been instrumental in enhancing security protocols within the maritime industry. His contributions extend to the development of various industry standards, demonstrating his commitment to advancing the field.
Phil Walton Esq
Quality & Compliance Director
Bob has over 20 years’ experience within the security industry, in several roles, Operations, Commercial, and Business Development. With his knowledge, experience, and client faced approach he is fully aware of the requirements to deliver excellent levels of service to clients from all types of organizations across numerous disciplines and services. Bob works closely with our operations director strategically planning and nurturing relationships with our existing clients and networking bringing in new business growth.