David Fullerton elected IPSA Chair

IPSA has appointed David Fullerton as the permanent chair of the Association. David takes up his post immediately after briefly serving in an interim capacity since July 2025.

As founder and CEO of Professional Security, established in 2005, David has grown the business into a £70m+ Top 20UK security company through organic growth, strategic acquisitions, and an unwavering commitment to quality, compliance, and customer relationships. Today, the company stands as the UK’s No.1 hospitality security provider with true national coverage and full self-delivery.

David is a strong advocate for men’s mental health. He is the founder of the ‘No Guard Alone’ campaign and a proud ambassador of Tough to Talk, a UK charity dedicated to reducing male suicide. He is committed to dismantling stigmas, encouraging vulnerability, and building a more emotionally safe and supported workforce.

“I want to extend my sincere thanks to David for his outstanding service and unwavering commitment. His contributions have been nothing short of remarkable, and he now stands as one of our longest-serving Directors. We look forward to working with David as we move IPSA on to the next level on behalf of its members.”

Satia Rai, CEO

"I am honoured to have been voted on to the Board as permanent Chair after four months in an interim capacity. We are truly blessed to have such an incredible and diverse team of security professionals who simply want to give back to an industry that has been kind to them - no egos – just big hearts and a passion to drive positive change.

I am really looking forward to chairing such a dynamic and passionate team of individuals committed to both representing our members and consolidating IPSA not only as the oldest trade association in our sector but the most forward thinking and inclusive.”

David Fullerton, Chair